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.

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.

DAY 3 - IN 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.

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.

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.

DAY 6- TO SHIMLA

Morning drive to the ‘Summer Retreat of the British – Shimla. Arrive Shimla and check-in at the hotel. The former summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh.

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 thick forest and gives a breathtaking view. Prospect Hill is a popular picnic spot that gives some beautiful views of the region.

DAY 8 - TO MANALI

Morning drive to Manali. Arrive 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.

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.

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.

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.

DAY 12 - TO DALHOUSIE

Morning drive to Dalhousie. Arrive 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.

DAY 13 - IN DALHOUSIE

Day free for independent activities or to see the local attractions.

DAY 14 - TO AMRITSAR

Morning drive to Amritsar. Arrive at Amritsar and check-in at the hotel. The city is famous for its Golden Temple.

DAY 15- TO DELHI

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 b the British.

In time transfer to Railway Station to board train for Delhi.

DAY 16 - LEAVE DELHI

You will be assisted by a  representative to board flight for onward destination.

WHAT'S INCLUDED ON YOUR INDIA TOUR

• Meeting & assistance during arrival/departure by airport representative.
• 15 nights’ hotel accommodation on Twin sharing basis.
• Stay in the hotels on a room & breakfast basis using the starting room category.
• All transportation services including airport transfers, sightseeing, intercity drives, excursions using an air-conditioned vehicle.
• Services of a local English-speaking local guide as per the program at Delhi, Rishikesh, Haridwar and Amritsar.
• Train ticket from Amritsar to Delhi sector in AC chair car class.
• 02 mineral water bottles (500 ml) per person per day during city tours.
• All presently applicable taxes

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED ON YOUR INDIA TOUR

• Still / video camera fee at monuments.
• Expenses of a personal nature like Tips, soft drinks, smokes, liquor, laundry, and telephone calls.
• Domestic airfare.
• Entrance fee to the monuments as per the program (01-time visit)
• Travel insurance.
• Please note that any changes in entrance fees or government taxes will be payable extra and the same will be advised to you if applicable.
• Any service not mentioned in the inclusions.