HIMACHAL PRADESH TOUR PROGRAM
(CHANDIGARH, SHIMLA, MANALI, DHARAMSHALA, PATHANKOT) - 06 NIGHTS / 07 DAYS
Day 01: Chandigarh – Shimla
Arrive in Chandigarh and on arrival, proceed for Shimla enroute enjoying the scenic beauty and on arrival check-in at your hotel.
Shimla (also spelt as 'Simla') derives its name from goddess 'Shayamla Devi', which is another manifestation of Goddess Kali. Shimla is one of the few places in the world where an enormous amount of history and heritage has been distilled into such a small place in so short a time. Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties, one can think of. Dwelling on a panoramic location, the hilly town is surrounded by green pastures and snow-capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create an aura, which is very different from other hill stations.
Day 02: Shimla
Take breakfast and go on a sightseeing tour of Kufri, Jakku Temple and Shimla on day 02 of the Silver Triangle Tour. Visit Sankat Mochan, The Mall, The Ridge, City Church etc. Evening free for Leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Shimla - Manali
Morning visit for Manali enroute visiting Sundernagar Lake, Kullu Valley and Padhoh Dam. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04: Manali
Morning visit Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley .
Rohtang pass is 51kms. from Manali on highway to Keylong/Leh. It offers a panorama and spectacular mountain view. The pass is open from June to October each year although trekkers can cross it earlier.
Solang Valley - 13 kms. is a splendid valley between Solang village and Beas Kund. Solang valley offers the view of glaciers and snow capped mountains and peaks. It
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 05: Manali
Morning start your day with the sightseeing of Old Manali. Visit places like Manu Temple, Vashist Temple, Hadimba Devi Temple (A glance of Himachali Articture), Van Vihar and Monastery. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06: Manali - Dharamshala
Morning ahead for Dharamshala enroute visiting Palampur.
Criss crossed streams and brooks make up the town of Palamapur. The name is derived from the word 'Pulum' which is the Pahari word for water – living it up to its name for being ideal for tea plantation. Nestled in the tea gardens and pine trees the air of Palampur will refresh your souls. Popularly known as the 'Tea Capital of India', this town is equally eloquent for its temple and colonial heritage along with adventure alternatives. At the height of 1,220 meters above sea level it is ideally located at a distance of 38 kms from Dharamshala.
On arrival in Dharamshala, check-in into your hotel. Overnight stay at Dharamshala.
The high snow clad Dhauladhar ranges of the Himalayas form a magnificent backdrop to the hill resort of Dharamshala. This is the principal township of Kangra and overlooks the wide spread of the plains. With dense pine and deodar forests, numerous streams, cool healthy air, attractive surroundings and the nearby snowline, Dharamshala has everything for a perfect holiday. It is full of life and yet peaceful. And not surprisingly, the headquarters of His Holiness the Dalai Lama is here.
Day 07: Dharamshala- Pathankot
Morning start your day with sightseeing tour of Bhagsu Nag Temple, Dal Lake and Meclodganj (Monastery of Dalai Lama). After city tour, drive for Pathankot and on arrival ahead for your onward destinations.
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