NORTH INDIA HIMALAYA TOUR

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Duration of Programme: 6 Nights / 7 Days
Places to Visit: Delhi - Shimla - Manali - Amritsar - Chandigarh - Delhi

India Gate-DelhiDay 01: Arrive Delhi-Shimla (370 kms )
Morning arrive at Delhi - IGI (Indira Gandhi International) airport.

On arrival meeting, assistance at airport by our representative and transfer to hotel. Where our executive will explain the travel plan in detail and hand over the essential documents (Tour programme, hotel's vouchers, at the airport later straight drive to Shimla.

Shimla - The one-time summer capital of the British, Shimla is a gorgeous hill station in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Located at an average height of 2,200 meter, Shimla is unique with its unparalleled glittering beauty. Set in the midst of impressive hills and dense jungles this hill town has its own charm

On arrival, check in at hotel. Evening free for leisure activities. Overnight at hotel.

w3infotekDay 02: Shimla - Manali (270 kms )
After breakfast at hotel visit The Ridge - This place is an open space in the heart of town and offers outstanding views of the distant mountain ranges. The two prominent land Marchks of Shimla, the Neo -Gothic structure of Christ Church and the new Tudor Library building are the other attractions located here. Also see the Mall road - It is the key shopping centre of Shimla with restaurants, clubs, banks, bars, Post Offices, tourist offices and most of town's highlights.

Later drive to Manali. Manali - situated at an altitude of 1,950 m (6,398 ft) in the Beas River valley is an important hill station. The small town was the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and from there over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkand and Khotan in the Tarim Basin. Manali and the surrounding area is of great significance to Indian culture and heritage as it is said to be the home of the Saptarishi, or Seven Sages. Manali is also on the road to Ladakh via the valley of Lahaul and Spiti and Rohtang pass which is main attraction near Manali. On arrival, check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Manali

After breakfast at hotel visit Hadimba Temple - This beautiful temple is dedicated to goddess Hadimba – the wife of Bhim of Mahabharat fame. Also visit Vashisth Hot Water Spring & Temple - situated at the distance of 3 km from Manali. It is known for hot water spring and stone temple - dedicated to Vashisth Muni. Evening free to explore local market. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04: Manali - EXCURSION TO ROHTANG PASS + SOLANG VALLEY
After breakfast at hotel start full day excursion tour and visit Kothi, Gulaba Fall, Marhi, Rohtang Pass and back Visit Solang Valley popularly known as Snow Point. It is a picturesque spot and offers splendid views of glaciers and the snow-capped mountains. Jagatsukh, the former capital of Manali, is also an important spot. Rahala waterfalls.

Evening back to Manali. Overnight at hotel.

w3infotekDay 05: Manali - Amritsar (397 Kms ) - EXCURSION TO WAGAH BORDER
After an early breakfast drive to Amritsar.

Amritsar - Founded in 1577 by the fourth guru Ram Das, Amritsar is home to Sikhism’s holiest shrine the Golden Temple. The gold-plated gurdwara glitters in the middle of its holy pool like a huge bullion bar, a sight that some visitors rate alongside the Taj Mahal - particularly after experiencing the surrounding old city's frenetic lanes. In contrast to the old city, the internet cafés, hotels and eateries in Amritsar's modern areas are as slick as the state capital.

On arrival, visit India-Pakistan border at Wagah where one can view the lively brotherhood between the Indians & the Pakistanis. On every evening at 18.00HR the parade (March) takes place between the soldiers of India & Pakistan. It is a stunning moment to see the soldiers in such a great enthusiasm & respect to each other countries. www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_PzMSw6jZo) Overnight at hotel.

w3infotekDay 06: Amritsar - Chandigarh - Delhi (455 kms )
After breakfast at hotel visit Golden Temple - Also called Sri Harmandir Sahib, the Golden Temple was laid by Guru Ram Das in the 14th century. Reflecting influences of both Hindu and Muslim styles of architecture, the temple standing in the middle of a tank, exudes tremendous architectural brilliance which draws the attention of numerous tourists around the globe. Jallianwala Bagh - It bears testimony to the disaster called Jallianwala Bagh Massacre at the time of the rule of the British Raj.

Later drive to Chandigarh. Arrive Chandigarh and visit the famous Rock garden - Chandigarh rock garden is an epitome of creativity and innovation. It is a unique garden that consists of various art objects. But the best part about the rock garden is that each of its artwork has been made by using industrial & urban waste. Also visit Sukhna Lake - a beautiful lake that lies in the foothills of Shivalik range. The unique thing about Sukhna is that it is a manmade lake. Later continue drive to Delhi. On arrival, check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 07: Delhi / Departure

Morning breakfast at hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities. In time transfer to airport to board your homebound flight with the happy memory of our services.
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