Foothills of the Himalayas Tour
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DAY 1 - ARRIVE DELHI
Arrive in Delhi and meet the representative at the arrival hall and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a tour of New Delhi, visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war; the Laxminarayan Temple, built by the Birlas, one of India’s leading industrial families; Qutab Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; and the lotus-shaped Baha’i Temple.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 2 - TO RISHIKESH
Morning drive to Rishikesh – an important point for beginning trips to Himalayan shrines Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. Arrive in Rishikesh and check in at the hotel.
The afternoon sightseeing tour of Rishikesh includes Bharat Mandir the oldest temple; Raghunath Mandir; Tehra-Manzil Mandir, Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula etc.
By evening you will be attending evening aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 3 - RISHIKESH - HARIDWAR - RISHIKESH
Day return excursion to Haridwar. Visit Har-Ki-Pauri, the sacred ghat constructed by King Vikramaditya in the memory of his brother Bhartrihari. The temple of Chandi Devi atop the Neel Parvat on the other bank of the river Ganges.
Later, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 4 - TO CHANDIGARH
Morning after breakfast start your drive to Chandigarh. En-route stop to visit Ponta Sahib Gurudwara.
Thereafter, continue your drive towards Chandigarh. Later, arrive at Chandigarh and check in at the hotel. The capital of two states, Punjab & Haryana, Chandigarh is independent India’s most modern and well-planned city, designed by Le Corbusier.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 5- IN CHANDIGARH
Morning sightseeing tour of Chandigarh including Rock Garden constructed almost entirely out of city garbage; Rose Garden 30 landscaped acres containing a variety of 1600 roses; Museum & Art Gallery housing a good collection of sculptures and paintings.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 6- TO SHIMLA
Morning drive to the ‘Summer Retreat of the British – Shimla. Arrive in Shimla and check in at the hotel. The former summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 7- IN SHIMLA
Morning sightseeing tour of Shimla including The Mall – Shimla’s principal promenade and best for a leisurely walk. Jakhoo Hill is the highest point in Shimla and offers a panoramic view of the city. Glen Forest is one of the most fascinating picnic spots in Shimla. Summer Hill has pleasant shady walks in quiet surroundings. Chadwick Falls is situated amidst a thick forest and gives a breathtaking view. Prospect Hill is a popular picnic spot that gives some beautiful views of the region.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 8 - TO MANALI
Morning drive to Manali. Arrive at Manali and check in at the hotel. Set amidst forests of towering cedars, circled by snowy peaks and the unending roar of the Beas as a constant companion, Manali offers unparalleled opportunities for trekking, nature walks, angling and other winter sports.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 9 - IN MANALI
Morning sightseeing tour of Manali including the legendary Hadimba Devi Temple and the picturesque Tibetan Monastery. Go a little bit away from the town, and you come across the legendary Arjun Gufa, the historically famous village Jagatsukh, the serene Nehru Kund, the picturesque landscapes of Kothi and Solang Valley, besides the 9,000-foot-high Rehalla Falls.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 10 - TO DHARAMSHALA
Morning drive to Dharamshala. Arrive at Dharamshala and check in at the hotel. Set against the backdrop of the dramatic Dhauladhar mountains, Dharamsala is perched on the high slopes in the upper reaches of Kangra Valley.
It is a charming town with elegant bungalows nestling in thick conifer forests.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 11- IN DHARAMSHALA
Morning sightseeing tour of Dharamshala including various monasteries and Mcleodganj often called Little Lhasa and the residence of the Dalai Lama, which has been here for over three decades. The monastery has larger-than-life images of the Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avalokteshwara. Also, visit ST. JOHN’S, the charming dressed stone church in the wilderness.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 12 - TO DALHOUSIE
Morning drive to Dalhousie. Arrive at Dalhousie and check in at the hotel. The hill station of Dalhousie is named after a former British governor-general and is full of old-world charm and exudes a lingering aura of colonial times.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 13 - IN DALHOUSIE
Day free for independent activities or to see the local attractions.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 14 - TO AMRITSAR
Morning drive to Amritsar. Arrive at Amritsar and check in at the hotel.
Afternoon visit Wagah Border – the final frontier, Wagah is the only border crossing between India and Pakistan. It’s an interesting experience especially at sunset when the ‘Retreat’ ceremony takes place with the BSF on the Indian Side of the border. Only water, wallets, sunglasses, and cameras are allowed to be carried. Later drive back to Amritsar & rest in the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 15- TO DELHI (BY TRAIN)
Morning city tour of Amritsar visiting the famous Golden Temple, a glittering gold and marble temple which is one of the holiest Sikh shrines. Durgiana Mandir is a temple with a golden dome and silver doors; Jalianwala Bagh has a memorial built in memory of unarmed victims massacred by the British.
Later, In time transferred to the railway station to board a train for Delhi.
Upon arrival at Delhi railway station, you will get a transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 16 - LEAVE DELHI
You will be assisted by a representative to board flight for onward destination.
