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Himanchal is Blessed with some of the most
spectacular and beautiful landscapes anywhere, it is
a travellers paradise -lofty snow peaks, deep
gorges, lush green valleys, fast flowing rivers,
enchanting mountain lakes, flower bedecked meadows,
beautiful temples and monasteries steeped in time.
May it be for relaxing, sightseeing, trekking,
mountaineering, fishing, para-gliding, skiing, ice
skating and golf, Himachal has it all..
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Duration - 11 Nights / 12 Days
Destination - Chandigarh - Shimla - Manali -
Rhotang Pass - Dharamshala - Dalhousie – Khajjiar -
Chamba - Amritsar
Day 01 : Chandigarh - Shimla
Pick up from Railway station and drive to Shimla for
3 hours approx. check in at your hotel and day for
rest or explore at your own.
Day 02 : Shimla
Shimla the state capital of Himachal Pradesh is one
of the few places in the world where an enormous
amount of history and heritage has been distilled
into such a small place.
Shimla has been blessed with all the natural
bounties, one can think of. Dwelling on a panoramic
location, the hilly town is surrounded by green
pastures and the spectacular cool hills.
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The Ridge
The large space in the heart of town presents
excellent views of the mountain ranges.
Lekkar Bazaar
Popular for its wood crates and souvenirs, this is
just off the Ridge.
Jakhoo Hill / Temple
Dedicated to the monkey god, Lord Hanuman
Other Places of interests are Chadwick Falls, 67 m
high : are only really worth visiting during or just
after the monsoons (July to October). The falls are
7 km from Shimla and can be reached via Summer Hill.
Christ Church & St. Michael's Cathedral
The second oldest church in northern India, Christ
Church was build between 1846 and 1857. The church
is one of the Shimla's major landmarks and is
renowned for its stained glass windows. Indian
Institute of Advanced Study :magnificent English
renaissance strudure was the former Viceregal Lodge.
Its lawns and woodland are added attractions.
So called the heart of Shimla, The Mall is the most
attracting thing in the town.
The Mall is the centre of Shimla's buzzing social
life. It is a fairly level meandering esplanade that
runs along the ridge. A fair walk through The Mall
is required to appreciate the beauty of its shops,
cafes, stores and restraunts.
Day 03 : Shimla - Manali
After breakfast drive to Manali for approx 6 hours.
Check in at your hotel. Day for rest and your own
activities
Day 04 : Manali
After breakfast proceed to full day sight seeing
tour of Manali.
Hidimba Devi Temple or Dhungri Temple is one of the
most important temples in the region.
Mountaineering Institute : provides training
facilities for basic and advance climbing both for
Indian nationals and foreigners. Institute conducts
other adventurous sports activities like high
altitude trekking, minor mountaineering,
rock-climbing, skiing, and high altitude rescue and
relief courses.
Manu Temple
Manali is named after the sage Manu who meditated
when he came in this area. Tibetan Temple Tibetans
have a base in Manali too. There is a large modern
Tibetan temple to the South of the bus stand and
also a small handicrafts centre.
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Vashisth Spring
Across the Beas river, about 3 km away from Manali
at an altitude of 1,982 meters (6,200 feet), are the
natural sulphur springs. The village itself is
perched on a steep hillside across the river Beas.
Day 05 : Manali - Rhotang Pass - Manali
Tday full day excursion visiting Rohtang Pass (Upto
Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow
fall). Overnight at hotel.
Rahatang Pass is about 51 Kms from Manali at the
altitude of 4,111 meters on the highway to Keylong.
There is a lake called Doshohar at the left of the
pass Rohtang pass is a crucial link on the old
trade-route and still the gateway to trans Himalayan
lahaul as Zozilla pass is between Kashmir valley &
Ladakh.
Day 06 : Manali - Dharamshala
After breakfast drive to Dharamshala. Overnight at
hotel.
Day 07 : Dharamshala Day at Leisure
Dharamshala better known as Dalai Lama's abode and
Tibet's Government-in-exile after the Chinese
invasion of Lhasa in October 1959. A visit to
Dharamsala would be considered irrelevent without a
peek into the various monasteries dotting the
hillsides.
The Kangra Art Museum is located south of Lower
Dharamsala tourist office. It has miniature
paintings from the Kangra School of Art, which
prospered in the Kangra
The Library of Tibetan Works and Archives, housed in
the Central Administration compound at the southern
end of McLeod Ganj, has one of the world's most
comprehensive collections of original Tibetan
manuscripts
Day 08 : Dharamshala - Dalhausie
After breakfast drive to Dalhausie fro approx 4
hours drive, check in at your hotel and day at
leisure or explore at your own..
Day 09 : Dalhausie
The popular hill station of Dalhousie is located in
the Chamba Valley, at the foot of the spectacular
Dhaula Dhar range of the Himalayas. The lush cover
of vegetation that adorns the town comprises of
towering pines, deodars, oaks, and the beautiful
rhododendron plants. Dalhousie is know for its old
churches.
Day 10 : Dalhousie – Khajjiar
Drive to Khajjiar, overnight at hotel.
Khajjiar is a small town located in the beautiful
Chamba Valley. It lies midway between Dalhousie and
Chamba and is a perfect stopover for the tourists
willing to visit the state of Himachal Pradesh.
Fenced by the tall Deodar trees, Khajjiar is nestled
well in the laps of Himalayas. Khajjiar is famous
for the ancient, 12th century, golden-domed temple
of Khajinag.
Day 11 : Khajjiar - Chamba
Today full day excursion visiting Khajjiar and
Chamba town. Overnight at hotel.
Chamba originated in 6th century AD and is one of
the oldest princely states. It is situated on the
right side of the river Ravi. Located in the
beautiful valley, surrounded by the Shivalik ranges,
Chamba also has the district headquarters. It is
famous for its medieval temples and Chaugan, a
public promenade. The architecture of the buildings
of Chamba reflects the artistic taste of its former
rulers. Chamba is also famous for its local
festivals.
Day 12 : Chamba / Amritsar
In time transfer to Amritsar Railway station to
board train to onward destination.
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