Duration:07 Nights /
08 days
Places Covered:Shimla - Manali - Dharamshala
Day 01: Delhi Chandigarh - Shimla (380 kms)
In the morning after breakfast, transfer to Railway Station to board Shatabdi
Exp to Chandigarh. On arrival at Chandigarh, pickup by our car and drive to
Shimla (343 kms / 8 hrs). Shimla is capital of Himachal former capital of Britishers
set amidst shivalik, mountains which offer some of the most stunning view of
Himalayas. After reaching Shimla, check in at the hotel Dinner and overnight
at Shimla.
Day 02: Shimla
After early breakfast, we take you for a morning excursion trip to famous skiing
resort of Kukri and Fagu. Afternoon half day city tour visiting Indian
Institute Of Advanced Studies, Sankat Mochan Temple and Jakhu Temple, Evening
free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town - The Mall & The
Ridge. Dinner and Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Shimla – Manali enroute Rewalsar Lake
Early in the morning, you will proceed to Manali (320 kms/8 hrs) enroute Rewalsar
lake. We will take a small diversion from Mandi towards Rewalsar Lake; the
lake is at an altitude of 1360 meters above sea level. It is considered to
be a sacred spot for Hindus, Sikhs as well as Buddhists. Legend says that the
great teacher Padmasambhava (Guru Rimpoche) used his enormous power to take
flight to Tibet from Rewalsar. In Rewalsar, his spirit is said to reside in
the tiny island of floating reed that drifts over the water. Rewalsar
is also famous for its Buddhist monasteries. Rewalsar has three Hindu temples,
which are dedicated to Lord Krishna, Lord Shiva and to the sage Lomas. After
a brief stopover at Rewalsar, we proceed towards the next phase of our journey
i.e. Manali. On arrival check in at hotel. - Dinner and overnight at Manali.
Day 04: Manali
After early breakfast, we take you for a short city tour visiting Marimba Devi
Temple, Manu Temple, Tibetan Monastery and Vashisht Village. Afternoon at leisure.
Enjoy your dinner in hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Manali
Full day excursion visiting Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi, Rohtang Pass -(famous
tourist spot having a perennial presence of snow is the most visited tourist
spot in Himalaya having snow round the year, also known as gateway for Lahaul
Spiti valley) and Sohlang Valley evening return to hotel. Diner and Overnight
at hotel.
Day 06: Manali – Dharamshala
Morning drive to Dharamshala. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. The day at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Dharamshala
After breakfast go for the sightseeing of Mcleodganj H. H. The Dalai Lama resides
here. At the start of Mcleodganj is a small bazaar filled with variety of Tibetan
handicrafts and artifacts. At the end of the spur lies the Namgyal Monastery.
The external wall is surrounded by rows of prayer wheels. With in the monastery
are large idols of Buddha. The charming church of St. John in the wilderness
is situated here and this is the final resting place of Lord Elgin, a British
Viceroy of India during the 19th century. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 08: Dharamshala - Delhi
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Pachinko railway station
(80 kms/2 hours) to board overnight train for New Delhi/Old Delhi railway station.
