Shimla – The Himalayan Queen , The Kullu Valley Dalai Lama – Seat and Golden Temple

Shimla Vacations :

Day 01 : Leave Country of  Residence

Day 02 : Arrive Delhi

Upon arrival in Delhi International Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.
Delhi -  Living testament to the glory of the Mughal days, patron of palaces and tombs and the capital of India, New Delhi is all of this and more. Situated about 160 kms south of the Himalayas and on the west bank of the Yamuna River, a tributary of the Ganges, Delhi has the distinction of being the historic hub of politics.
Delhi is as modern or ancient as you want it to be. Today's Delhi is cosmopolitan, modern and fun-loving. With feasts for art and theatre lovers, concerts for the musically inclined and food that can make a gourmet cry with delight, Delhi is a place with something for everyone. People from all parts of the country inhabit Delhi. There are different cultural pockets with Punjabi's being the most dominant section here. The most common languages spoken here besides English are Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Afternoon visit to Lotus Temple
Evening Welcome Dinner at local Restaurant
Overnight at the Hotel

Full day city tour of New and Old Delhi visiting Qutab Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan and the Parliament Street, Raj Ghat, Red Fort, Jama Masjid and the Chandni Chowk.
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 04 : Delhi – Chandigarh (by private Car 238 Kms 5 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by private car for Chandigarh. Upon arrival in Chandigarh check in at your pre booked Hotel
Afternoon visit to Chandigarh, visiting Rock Garden and the Sukhna Lake
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 05 : Chandigarh – Shimla (by Private Car 145 Kms 3-4 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private car for Shimla. Upon arrival in Shimla check in at your pre booked Hotel
The former summer capital of the British in India and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is ideally located and though there is an air service to the town, It is best reached by road that takes in the charms of the Himalayan country side at its best. Shimla is an ideal mix of old world charm and modernism, with modern bazaars and lively resorts.
Overnight at the hotel

Day 06 :  Shimla

Day Free
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 07 : Shimla – Manali (by Private Car 260 Kms 6 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private car for Manali. Upon arrival in Manali check in at your pre booked Hotel
Manali is synonymous with streams and birdsongs, forest and orchards and the grandeur of the snowcapped Himalaya.
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 08 : Manali

Today morning city tour of Manali – visiting the Hadimba Devi temple set within dense Pine forest and to the Naggar Castle to have the stunning view of the valley.
Afternoon is spent walking around the Beas River and the local market.
Overnight at the Hotel

After breakfast leave by private car for Palampur. Upon arrival in Palampur check in at your pre booked Hotel
Palampur is the charming village of Andretta where once lived a few years ago Mrs. Norah Richards, pioneer of rural theatre in India, lover of mountains and ardent disciple of Mahatma Gandhi. Her tall slender figure enveloped in voluminous black silk skirt and topped by a crown of snowy white hair, striding along the walks, is still remembered endearingly by the local dwellers that include Sardar Shobha Singh. A renowned artist, he gained prominence for his paintings of the immortal ill fated Punjabi lovers, Sohni Mahiwal, Omar Khayyam and Heer Ranjha.
Later we take a local sightseeing tour of Palampur.
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 10 : Palampur – Dharamshala (by Private Car 40 Kms 1 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private car for Dharamshala – a hill station full of natural charm and beauty. Situated in the Kangra Valley and spread over a height of 450 meters. It is surrounded by the majestic Dhauladhar Ranges on three sides. Tibetan settlements at Mecleodganj and Tibetan Library are the treasure hunts of manuscripts and text and its ancient culture. The Dalai Lama’s Palace is next to his monastery at Dharamshala. Upon arrival in Dharamshala check into our pre booked hotel.
The day is spent walking around the Kangra Valley and mixing and talking with the Tibetan Community.
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 11: Dharamshala

Morning we start our city tour of Dharamshala and visit the Dalai Lama ‘s Monastery , Tibetan children village and handicraft center, Bhagsunag and water fall and the war memorial.
Evening is spent relaxing.
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 12 : Dharamshala – Amritsar (by Private Car 200 Kms 5 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private Car for Amritsar. Upon arrival in Amritsar check in at your pre booked Hotel
Evening visit the Wagah Border for Flag Ceremony
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 13 : Amritsar

Morning we visit the famous Golden Temple which is scared to the Sikh nation, here we will find time to tune into the amazing spiritual center and feel the power that inspires the Sikh people worldwide. We continue our city tour and visit the Jallian Walla Bagh – Martyrs’ Memorial built in the shape of eternal flame of liberty is situated on the outskirts of Golden Temple. Here about 1500 and 2000 persons who were attending a peaceful meeting during the freedom movement fell under the bullets of the British General Dyer on 13 April 1919 and the city of Amritsar.
Overnight at the Hotel

Day 14 : Amritsar – Delhi (By Shatabdi Express Departure 05.10 hrs Arrival at 11.15 Hrs)

Today you are transferred to Amritsar Railway Station to board Shatabdi Express for Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi Railway Station you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure
Overnight at the Hotel

Today you are transferred to Delhi International Airport to board flight Back Home

Tour Includes

• Accommodation on Twin/ Double Room basis with breakfast.
• All Transfers by Company Executive
• All City Tours as mentioned
• Private Air-conditioned Car with driver
• Visit to Lotus Temple in Delhi
• Use of Local English speaking Guide for City Tours (No Guide in Shimla and Manali)
• Air-Conditioned Chair Car train ticket for Amritsar – Delhi Sector
• Entrances to Monuments.
• Welcome Dinner at local Restaurant in Delhi.

Tour does not include

• International Flight
• Airport Taxes
• Insurance of any kind
• Expenses of Personal nature
• Meals-Lunch and Dinner
• Camera and Video charges
• Tips
• Any other Expenses that are not mentioned above
• Visa Charges

Hotels Used