Himachal Valleys Tour: Shimla, Manali, Chandigarh & Delhi

Itinerary at a glance

Highlights

• Explore Shimla
• Explore Manali
• 7 nights in 3-Star hotels with breakfast & dinner

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1Arrival day

   Airport Arrival Transfer from Delhi Intl Airport-DEL to Shimla

   Overnight: ShimlaMeals: DinnerAirport pickupTransfer

   On arrival at Delhi – you will be met, assisted and drive to Shimla - the capital town of Himachal Pradesh. The town of Shimla is built over several hills and connecting ridges. The important hills are Jakhu ( 2,455 meters ), Prospect Hill ( 2,328 meters ), Observatory Hill ( 2,350 meters ), Elysigim Hill ( 2,466 meters ) and Summer Hill ( 2,300 meters ).On arrival, check-in at the hotel and evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Shimla.

2. 2
   Day 2

   Explore Shimla

   Overnight: ShimlaMeals: Breakfast, DinnerSightseeing

   Today's plan: Explore Shimla. Shimla, the former summer capital of British India, is known for the Mall Road, the Ridge, Christ Church and its colonial-era architecture.

3. 3
   Day 3

   Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Shimla to Manali

   Overnight: ManaliMeals: Breakfast, DinnerTransfer

   Breakfast at the hotel. Later check-out from the hotel and drive to Manali - valley nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley, at an altitude of 2,050 m (6,726 ft) in the Beas River Valley. On arrival check-in at the hotel and relax. Overnight in Manali.

4. 4
   Day 4

   Explore Manali

   Overnight: ManaliMeals: Breakfast, DinnerSightseeing

   This morning, set out to explore Manali. Perched at an altitude of 2050 meters above sea level and spread along the banks of the river Beas, Manali is literally the “Valley of the Gods”. Visit the Hidimba or Dhungri Temple. Erected in 1533, this temple is dedicated to the local deity Hidimba, wife of the Pandava prince, Bhim. The temple is noted for its four-storeyed pagoda and exquisite wooden carvings. Visit the Manu Maharishi Temple, dedicated to sage Manu. Later visit Vashisht Kund… Vaishisht, around 3 km from Manali, boasts a pair of old stone temples, opposite each other above the main square. The temple tanks are underground hot-water/sulfur springs. Thereafter proceed to the Tibetan Market, featuring shops that sell shawls, woolen clothes, handicrafts, imported goods and souvenirs. Overnight stay in Manali.

5. 5
   Day 5

   Explore Manali

   Overnight: ManaliMeals: Breakfast, DinnerSightseeing

   Today, make a full day excursion to the Manikaran Gurdwara. Manikaran Gurudwara, held sacred by the Sikhs, is a popular tourist destination. According to the Sikh sources, Guru Nanak Dev once visited this place, accompanied by his disciple Bhai Mardana. The Janam Sakhi or the ‘Autobiography of Bhai Mardana’ mentions the various miracles performed by the Guru at this place. There is a hot spring which is used to cook some of the food for the Langar. One can enjoy a dip in the hot waters from the springs. There are altogether three baths, one of which is located under the Gurudwara itself. It is believed that by taking bath here and by drinking water of this place, people go to heaven. Manikaran hot spring is said to have Uranium and other radioactive minerals. Besides housing the famous Gurudwara, Manikaran has religious importance for Hindus too. As legend goes, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati went to Manikaran and stayed there for a long time. Interseting Hindu legends are associated with Manikaran. Return to Manali for overnight stay in Hotel.

6. 6
   Day 6

   Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Manali to Chandigarh

   Overnight: ChandigarhMeals: Breakfast, DinnerTransferSightseeing

   After breakfast Check out from Hotel and proceed to Chandigarh Enroute Kullu sightseeing after reached in Hotel check in Hotel if time allow visit Sukhna Lake over night stay in Chandigarh

7. 7
   Day 7

   Inter Hotel/City Transfer from Chandigarh to Delhi

   Overnight: DelhiMeals: Breakfast, DinnerTransferSightseeing

   Breakfast at the hotel. Post breakfast half-day local city tour. Planned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier, Chandigarh was conceived as a city of "Sun, Space and Verdure". First, visit the famous Rock Garden. Spread over 12 acres of wooded land, it is the creation of a humble former road inspector: Nek Chand. Turning urban waste material into creative patterns and textures, his touch transformed mute rocks into art objects. Also visit the Rose Garden…this beautiful garden features nearly 1,600 varieties of roses. Later, visit the Government Museum & Art Gallery. Here, one can see prehistoric fossils, beautiful Hindu sculptures, miniature paintings, decorative artifacts and coins, and a spacious reference library for scholars and students. In the early evening, drive back to Delhi. Overnight stay in Delhi.

8. 8
   Day 8Departure day

   Airport Departure Transfer to Delhi Intl Airport-DEL from Delhi

   Meals: BreakfastAirport dropTransfer

   After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Delhi Intl Airport for your journey home. Your holiday ends here, with memories to treasure.

Your hotels

Standard hotels (3-Star), breakfast & dinner included. Hotels are listed as “or similar”.

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