Foothills of Himalayas

The Golden Temple or Darbar Sahab, situated in the middle of a man-made lake in the holy city of Amritsar, is the most important spiritual and cultural centre of Sikh religion. A visit to the historical city of Amritsar gives you insight into the culture and the lifestyle of Punjab. This journey also takes you to the Himachal Pradesh, one of India’s most picturesque Himalayan states with leafy hill stations. Shimla, the summer capital of the British Raj, the picturesque hill town of Manali and the magical Paragpur takes you to a world beyond imagination. Your stay will be at small hotels and charming heritage properties.

Delhi ~ Amritsar ~ Dharamshala ~ Paragpur ~ Manali ~ Shimla ~ Chandigarh

Day 1 Delhi

Arrive Delhi. Meet and assist upon arrival and transfer to the Oberoi Hotel for one night.

Day 2 Delhi to Amritsar

Sightseeing tour of Delhi. Late in the afternoon board the Shatabadi Express train to the historic city of Amritsar. Overnight at Hotel

Day 3 Amritsar

Morning tour of the city visiting the famed Golden Temples complex, the most important shrine of the Sikhs, Jallian Wala Bagh and the Ram Bagh gardens. Evening visit India and Pakistan boarder at Wagah to see the spectacular joint retreat ceremony by the security forces of India and Pakistan.

Day 4 Amritsar - Dharamshala

After breakfast leave for Dharamshala, the headquarters of the exiled Dalia Lama. Dharamshala is set along Shivalik and Dauladar ranges overlooking Kangra valley. Overnight at the Grace Cottage.

Day 5 Dharamshala

Dharamshala is an amalgam of many cultures. Visit McLoeodgunj, home of Dalai Lama, and Tibetan Buddhist settlement. Also visit Norbilingka Institute, dedicated to the preservation of Tibetan culture.

Day 6 Dharamshala – Paragpur

A scenic drive to Paragpur in the Kangra valley visiting en route Brajeshvari Temple and Kangra fort, housing paintings by Roerich in the fort museum. Explore the Kangra valley. Visit the Heritage village with its cobbled streets, mud walls and slated roofed houses. Overnight at the Judge’s Court, a small heritage hotel built in early 17th Century.

Day 7 Paragpur - Manali

After breakfast leave for Manali, situated on the banks of the Beas River in the central Himalayan ranges. It is a lush green hill resort surrounded by mountain ranges and gushing streams. Overnight at the Park Inn.

Day 8 Manali

At leisure to relax or explore the town. Places of interest are 1000 years old four story Hidamba Devi Temple with pagoda shaped roof. Spectacular Solang valley is 13 kms from Manali. Vashisth hot sulphur springs, 3 kms from Manali, believed to carry medicinal properties.

Day 9 Manali - Shimla

After breakfast depart for the scenic mountain drive to Shimla visiting Kulu valley en route and following the raging torrents of Beas River. Overnight at the Clarks Hotel.

Day 10 Shimla

Shimla, the summer capital of the British Raj, is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. At leisure to explore the town, the Vice Regal lodge, State museum, library and the famous Mall.

Day 11 Shimla

Mornng breakfast after that full day free for personal activety . Dinner and over night at hotel.

Day 12 Shimla – Chandigarh

A scenic drive to Chandigarh, the joint capital of the two North Indian states, Punjab and Harayana, designed by the Swiss architect Le Corbusier with many architectural delights. Afternoon City tour includes a visit to the Botanical garden and the world famous Rock Garden made from the rock fossils, coal and clay and art objects fashioned from industrial and urban waste. Overnight at the Taj Chandigarh.

Day 13 Chandigarh - Delhi

Depart with Shatabadi Express train to Delhi. Remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel

Day 14 Depart to Delhi

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Onwards destination.