A Journey Through Himalayas

Since time immemorial, the world has been attracted to the grandeur of the Himalayan Range. They have always been looked on in awe, admiration and admiration. A Journey through Himalayas tours is a way to discover the serene beauty and tranquil surrounds of the region. High mountains, deep valleys, fantastic variety of pines and other dense forestry welcome you with open arms along with ever cherished warmth of hospitality. Not only that, the place also caters to the adventurous streak in you. The journey to the fabled land starts from Delhi through Golden Temple, Amritsar, crossing the well-known hill stations of Himachal Pradesh including Dalhousie, Dharmsala, Taragarh, Manali and Shimla together on the go.

Duration : 13 Nights / 14 Days
Places covered : Delhi - Amritsar - Dalhousie - Dharamshala - Taragarh - Manali - Shimla - Delhi

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi Himalaya Travel

Arrive New Delhi - India's capital city. Meet our local representative and transfer to the hotel. The remainder of this day is at your leisure. Overnight at to your hotel.

Day 02 : New & Old Delhi - Sightseeing
After breakfast, depart for a full day sightseeing tour of New & Old Delhi. Begin the tour with visit of the Qutab Minar Complex, dominated by the 238-foot Minaret, followed by the spectacular Rajpath, passing the triumphant House of Parliament, Diplomatic Enclave, President's House and the India Gate and the famous Birla Mandir. In the afternoon, you enter into the second leg of the full day tour; Old Delhi. Visit the great Red Fort which was the opulent residence of Shah Jahan, builder of the Taj Mahal and the magnificent Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) which dominates the skyline. Followed by visiting the Raj Ghat-cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi, later walk through Chandni Chowk, the old marketplace of Shahajahanabad, now a picturesque bazaar. Later in the day, we take you to some of the main shopping areas in Delhi, and then drop you back to the hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 03 : Delhi - Amritsar
Early morning transfer to the railway station & board train to Amritsar. Upon arrival at Amritsar, further transfer to the hotel. Amritsar, the seat of the Sikh religion, has been the place of choosing for all the Sikh Gurus, many Hindu priests worshipped in the temples and score of Sufis preaching. The city has been home to freedom fighters, thinkers, politicians and military strategists.
This afternoon, leave for a city tour of Jallianwala Bagh. It is renowned with the sacrifice of thousands of Independence freedom seekers at Jallianwalla Bagh has an unending list of freedom fighters. Later undertake a journey to international border of India & Pakistan. After sunset you drive back to Amritsar for your night stay at the hotel.

Day 04 : Amritsar
Early morning visit to the holiest of holy Sikh shrine, The Golden Temple. The Golden Temple or Sri Harmander Sahib is a Gurudwara of great religious importance is an imposing structure with Golden roof and a Sarovar or Pool of Nectar. Return to hotel for breakfast and the rest of the day is at leisure to explore the city on your own. Overnight is at your hotel.

Day 05 : Amritsari - Dalhousie
After breakfast at your hotel, drive to Dalhousie. Dalhousie is located 180 kms in the State of Himachal Pradesh. It will take us approx 4 hrs to reach there through picturesque valley. Arrive Dalhousie and check in at your hotel. Dalhousie is built on and around five hills. Located on the western edge of the Dhauladhar mountain range of the Himalayas tours, it is surrounded by the beautiful scenery of snow-capped peaks. Overnight is at your hotel.

Day 06 : Dalhousie
After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, leave for an excursion to Khajjiar. Small picturesque saucer-shaped plateau surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests, this is one of the 160 places throughout the world to have been designated "Mini Switzerland" at an altitude of 6,500 ft. Drive back to the hotel in the evening for your overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 07 : Dalhousie - Dharamshala
After breakfast at the hotel your morning is at leisure. Later you will drive to Dharamsala at a distance of 160 kms and will take approx 4 hrs. Upon arrival at Dharamsala you check into our hotel. Popularly known as the 'Queen of the Hills', the place is now the home of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. In the evening you visit Mcleodganj. Mini Tibet has lent importance to Mcleodganj. The Buddha temple is situated opposite the present abode of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. Visit the Tibetan monasteries and nunnery. Later stop by at the War Memorial. Overnight is at your hotel.

Day 08 : Dharamshala - Taragarh
After breakfast at your hotel of stay, you embark on a journey to Taragarh, located at a distance of 60 kms from Dharamshala (2 hrs drive) through the mountains. Taragarh is situated at an altitude of 1000 m above the sea level on a 15-acre area of tea plantations. It lies on the foothills of the Dhauladhar Mountains and offers breathtaking view of the snow-capped peaks. In the afternoon you will visit the Tashijong Monastery. Return to your hotel for the overnight.

Day 09 : Taragarh - Manali
After an early breakfast at the hotel, take a drive towards Manali, situated at a distance of 230 kms which will take the better part of the day. Though the drive is long, but it winds through the mountains and the view through the pin cuts are spectacular. Manali has spectacular views of snowcapped peaks and wooded slopes during Himalaya travel. The Beas River rushes along its rocky course amid grassy meadows carpeted with wild flowers and wagtails hop along from stone to stone along the stream's edge. Upon arrival at Manali, check into hotel for overnight.

Day 10 : Manali
After breakfast you drive up the mountain to reach Rohtang Pass. This afternoon you visit the Roerich Art Gallery at Naggar, located 12 kms from Manali. Nicholas Roerich's inspiration from the Himalayas drew him to paint thousands of paintings of the Himalayas tours, the sentinels of India. Drive back to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 11 : Manali - Shimla
After breakfast drive to Shimla today, located 250 kms from Manali and again take the better part of the day. Upon arrival at Shimla, check at your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 12 : Shimla
Breakfast at leisure. Relax at the resort. Since vehicular movement is restricted within Shimla, one can go for stroll at The Mall Road or the Lakkad Bazaar (famous for wooden handicraft). Overnight at the hotel.
Overnight is at the hotel.

Day 13 : Shimla - Delhi
After breakfast you drive to Delhi today morning. The distance to Delhi is 260 kms and will take approx 12 hours. Upon arrival at Delhi, check into our hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 14 : Delhi - Onward Destination
After breakfast the day is at leisure for individual activities. Transfer to the International Airport to board for your onward destination.

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