Peppered with abysmal & leafy valleys, faraway snowy Himalayan peaks, fantastic timbered forests, gratifyingly fertile meadows Himachal Pradesh holds an unrivalled charisma. And thank-fully the picture-perfect mountainous region has no dearth of jaw-dropping landscapes waiting to be explored from revered shrines to a white snow desert, from high altitude wildlife sanctuaries and national parks, shimmering & icy lakes to gushing ravenous rivers and some of the world’s remotest and high-altitude treks, the misty Himalayan peaks are a picture to behold. If snow-laden mountains and nature in its purest form entices you then this 8 Nights & 9 Days “Scenic Himalayan Tour” starting from Chandigarh covering stations like Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Pathankot before finishing at Jammu is bound to keep you enthralled.
Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful hill state in northern India, nestled in the western Himalayas. The state is landlocked with the Tibetan plateau to the east, Jammu and Kashmir to the north, and Punjab to the west. However, the state stands apart from its neighbors in terms of its sheer topographic diversity and breathtaking pristine natural beauty. From vast tracts of high-altitude Trans-Himalayan desert to dense green deodar forests, from apple orchards to cultivated terraces, from snowcapped high Himalayan mountain ranges to snow fed lakes and gushing rivers, Himachal has all of this and more.
Welcome to your 'Scenic Himachal Ex Chandigarh' tour! On arrival at the airport / railway station in Chandigarh, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Shimla.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Shimla.
Embark on an excursion to Kufri (Private).
This morning proceed for a wonderful excursion to Kufri, a small hill station which is famous for its trekking and hiking trails.
Visit Mall Road, Scandal Point, Christ Church and Lakkad Bazaar (Private).
Later in the evening, visit Mall Road which is considered as the main street in Shimla, Scandal Point considered to be a popular tourist spot, Christ Church one of the first churches built in North India and Lakkad Bazaar known for wooden toys and articles.
Note: (The vehicle will drop you till the Mall road as per the Himachal Tourism policy).
Overnight stay in Shimla.
This morning, you will proceed on a breathtaking drive to Manali, nestled on the banks of the River Beas amidst the Kullu Valley. On arrival, check-in to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this beautiful town.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Visit the famous Hadimba Devi Temple, Tibetan Monastery and Solang Valley (Private).
Today, after breakfast, visit the four and a half century old Hadimba Devi Temple, dedicated to the demon goddess Hadimba (an incarnation of Kali) and the Tibetan Monastery which houses several images of Lord Buddha and Tankha paintings. Later, visit the Solang Valley, a splendid valley between Solang village and Beas Kund. This valley offers breathtaking views of glaciers and snowcapped mountains, peaks and lush greenery of the dense forest. Later, return to your hotel and relax.
The rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Manali.
The day is at leisure to explore this picturesque town. Or you can opt for Rohtang Pass (Closed on Tuesday's). Rohtang Pass offers magnificent views of the Himalayan mountain ranges. It was the medieval trading route to Lahaul and Spiti. If roads to Rohtang Pass are closed, then visit Snow Point where ponies / horses can be hired (On direct payment).
Note: (Only local vehicles are allowed for Rohtang Pass / Snow point visit).
Overnight stay in Manali.
Today, your picturesque journey continues to Dharamshala, the principal township of Kangra district which overlooks the wide spread plains with pine and deodar forests. On arrival, check-in to your hotel.
Visit St. John's Church and Tibetan Market (Private).
Later, visit St. John's Church and Tibetan Market.
St. John's Church, a grey stone structure built in 1852. Brass plaques and superb Belgian stained-glass windows can be seen inside the church.
Overnight stay in Dharamshala.
Transfer from hotel in Dharamshala to hotel in Dalhousie, en route visit McLeod Ganj (Private).
In the morning, visit McLeod Ganj - the residence of His Holiness Dalai Lama.
Mcleodganj is the headquarters of the Tibetan Government in exile and abode of His Holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama. Perched almost 1,500 metres above sea level, this hilltop retreat is named after David Mcleod, the lieutenant governor of Punjab in 1848. It is a very popular learning center of Tibetan culture and the teachings of Buddhism. It is home to several monasteries, including the Namgyal monastery. Later, we proceed to Dalhousie. On arrival, check-in to the hotel.
Visit the Martyr's memorial and Satdhara (Private).
In the afternoon, visit the Martyr's memorial at Panchpulla which commemorates Ajit Singh, a supporter of Subhash Chandra Bose and the Indian National Army during World War II.
En route visit Satdhara, acquiring its name from the seven gorgeous springs and said to contain mica and medicinal properties which are able to alleviate several ailments.
Overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Today, proceed for an excursion to Khajjar Lake.
The picturesque Khajjiar Lake is located 23 km from Dalhousie in Khajjiar, which is often labelled as the mini Switzerland of India. Fed by small streams, this lake rests in the centre of the large glade of Khajjiar, surrounded by evergreen cedars. It takes its name from Khajjinag, the deity in the temple nearby.
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this beautiful town.
Overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Today, bid farewell to your 'Scenic Himachal Ex Chandigarh 'tour, as you are transferred to the airport / railway station in Jammu / Pathankot for your onward journey.
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