If you are looking for an ideal family vacation or tour with friends, look no further than our 10 days tour covering Himachal and Amritsar.
Himachal is every travelling enthusiast’s dream destination as it is extremely diverse in terms of language, culture and cuisines. The state is also famous for various sporting activities which a travel junkie would absolutely love to take part in. Consequently, if you are a nature lover or simply want to spend time with your family members and loved ones, Himachal is the best place to be. Our itinerary covers all the essential viewpoints which a traveler must visit and we make sure that you do not miss out on anything. Our tour package is formulated in such a manner that every individual visiting Himachal for a particular reason can enjoy it. Extremely pocket friendly charges are applied with supreme quality hospitality in every step of the way.
You will find this tour very refreshing as it takes you to the pristine beauty and untouched surroundings of various popular hill stations in Himachal. You will feel rejuvenated and energized by the fresh mountain air and beautiful, serene surroundings. Apart from this you will also visit historical and awe-inspiring sites in Amritsar and Chandigarh. Moreover, you will get ample opportunities to communicate with the localities and taste authentic food.
This 10 days tour ensures you have enough time to explore all the major popular destinations in an unhurried manner and really soak in the experience.
Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie & Amritsar
The Himalayan Odyssey comes coupled with cozy stays, quick transfers, delectable meals, and amazing sightseeing sessions that include:
Today you will be starting our wonderful trip from Chandigarh to Shimla.
You will be greeted on your arrival by a friendly & a professional cab driver who will take you to your hotel in Shimla. As you ascend towards Shimla, you will be dazzled by the beauty of the mountains as you travel through the Himalayan Expressway. You will experience a drop in temperature as you ascend further towards Shimla.
On your arrival in Shimla, you may check-in to your hotel to grab a quick rest before setting off to visit the major attractions of Shimla like the Jakhoo Temple, the Ridge and the Mall Road.
Come back to your hotel in the evening for a restful sleep and a delicious dinner.
Today is an interesting day as you will be visiting some of the most sought-after tourist attractions around Shimla i.e. Kufri; Mashobra, Naldehra & Tattapani; or Narkanda.
On the way to Kufri & Narkanda, you will be passing along the Hassan valley which is the second densest forest in Asia It falls under the water catchment area of Shimla. On reaching Kufri, you may take the pony ride towards Mahasu, indulge in adventure activities and visit the Kufri Zoo. After this you may have your lunch at the Chini Bungla (at your own expense). Later you will head back towards Shimla in the evening.
If you plan to travel towards Naldehra & Tattapani, you will be in for a mesmerizing & thrilling boat ride on the Satluj river. Here you may choose to bathe in the government approved hot water springs or maybe sit & have lunch on the banks of the river, but be cautious and don’t go too close to the water. Later, you will head towards Naldehra, where you will visit the Naldehra Golf Course for a mesmerizing sunset. After this, you will head back towards Shimla for an overnight stay and a yummy dinner.
The third option is to travel towards Narkanda, which is also one of the popular Skiing destinations in India. Here you will be taken to the Hatu Peak, where you may seek the blessings of Hatu Mata and enjoy a panoramic view of the mighty Himalayas. Later, have a peaceful overnight stay in Narkanda.
After having a delicious breakfast at Shimla, you will be heading towards Manali. On the way, you will be passing across some major towns of Himachal like Sundernagar, Mandi & Kullu. On the way, you will be visiting the Pandoh Dam and you may also choose to visit Rewalsar (but at a slight additional cost). After crossing Mandi, you will take a small halt at kullu where you can indulge in some shopping to take back local handicraft items as a souvenir. You will arrive in Manali in the evening where you can grab a nice restful sleep after having a hearty dinner.
If you are staying at Narkanda, then you will head towards Manali through the Tirthan valley. Here you will be crossing the Satluj river and will then enter the Kullu valley. On the way, you will be crossing Jalori Pass and you may choose to go on a short trek to the Serolsar Lake. Enroute Manali, you will also be travelling across small yet popular villages like Anni, Jibhi & Banjar before heading towards Aut, where you will connect further with the Shimla – Manali Highway. You will reach Manali, later in the evening, where you may grab a peaceful sleep in your cozy room after having dinner.
This route is comparatively better as you will be spending most of your journey on an off-beat route through the lush green valleys on a country road.
Wake up to an exciting new day and have a scrumptious breakfast before you head out to explore the local attractions within Manali. Today you will visit the famous hadimba Mata Temple, the Manu Temple, Van Vihar, the Tibetan Monastery, the Club House and the Vashisht Temple.
You may indulge in some adventure activities like river crossing, zorbing, etc. at the Club House (at your own expense). You may also choose to have a bath at the host springs in Vashisht. Later, you will come back to Manali for an overnight stay and a delicious dinner.
Start your day today with a delicious breakfast and prepare yourself for an exciting day as you will be visiting Atal Tunnel or Solang or Rohtang Pass (subject to availability).
The Atal Tunnel is a spectacular tunnel that has been built under the Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas on the Leh-Manali Highway. It has a length of 9.02 km and is the longest tunnel in the World at an altitude of over 10,000 feet. It is named after former Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee and is a marvelous architectural wonder. This tunnel connects the Kullu valley to Lahaul.
Solang Valley offers a beautiful view of the snow clad peaks and boasts of some of the finest ski slopes as well as some heart throbbing adventure activities like para gliding, zorbing, horse riding, quad biking, etc.
Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass that connects Manali to Lahaul & Spiti. You may choose to enjoy various snow activities here such as skiing, snow scooter ride, horse riding, etc.
Come back to your hotel with profound memories of a wonderful day and have a peaceful sleep post dinner.
Note: As per National Green Tribunal, number of vehicles to Rohtang Pass per day is restricted to 1200 (800 petrol engine taxis and 400 diesel taxis), so the customers have to wait as per availability or have to pay at the spot if any extra cost is incurred. Permit fee of INR 550 extra may be applicable at the time of travel.
Today you will head towards Dharamshala, which is another major attraction of Himachal Pradesh.
Enroute Dharamshala, you will be visiting the famous Baijnath Temple and the tea gardens at Palampur. You may also choose to paraglide at Bir Billing (but at an additional cost).
However, there is an alternate route which might cost you a little extra, but you can seek the blessings of Jwala Mata at Jwala ji, which is among the 19 Shakti Peeth in India.
Later, you will have a nice cozy stay at Dharamshala or McLoed Ganj (subject to availability).
After feasting on a delicious breakfast, you will be visiting some of the major attractions in and around Dharamshala like the Namgyal Monastery in Mcloed Ganj, the St John in the Wilderness Church, Dharamshala Cricket Stadium, Bhagsu Waterfall, Gyuto Monastery, Bhagsunath Temple and Dal Lake.
After this, you will begin your journey towards Dalhousie and you will reach your hotel later in the evening where you will check-in for a peaceful sleep and a hearty dinner.
Today you will wake up to a fresh new day and will then proceed for local sightseeing in & around Dalhousie. You will be visiting Khajjiar (which is also known as the Mini-Swtizerland of India), Satdhara Falls, Panchpula, Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary, Dainkund Peak, Bakrota Hills, Subhash Baoli and Ganji Pahari.
After this you will later come back to your hotel for rest and an appetizing dinner.
After enjoying your breakfast at the hotel, you will head towards Amritsar where you will check in to your hotel and enjoy your day relaxing and exploring the local markets and the Durgiana Temple which offers a glimpse into the city’s religious heritage. Located in the middle of a lake, the temple’s stunning architecture bears a striking resemblance to the Golden Temple.
Later, you can come back to your hotel for a delicious supper and a good night’s sleep.
We suggest you to wake up early today. Freshen up and visit the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) during the early hours. After spending some time enjoying the beauty and tranquility of the Golden Temple, you can head straight to the Langar and enjoy your breakfast.
After langar, take a leisurely walk around the temple to explore the culture of Amritsar before heading off to Jallianwala Bagh. The Jallianwala Bagh massacre is an an everlasting reminder of one of the most poignant chapters in India’s freedom struggle. It can be easily reached on foot from the Golden Temple.
Have your lunch at popular local food joint (at your expense) and then head out towards Attari-Wagah Border Crossing i.e. a transit point between India & Pakistan. The Beating Retreat and Change of Guard ceremony held here every evening offers a visual treat and draws hundreds of visitors. Make sure that you don’t waste too much time at lunch in order to get a seat at the ceremony.
Ceremony Timings: 15 pm to 5.00 pm (winter); 5.15 pm to 6.00 pm (summer)
After the ceremony your cab will be dropping you off to Chandigarh; thereby bringing an end to a wonderful journey with sweet memorable memories.
