Himachal Pradesh – the world’s highest and largest mountain range
Himachal Pradesh – the world’s highest and largest mountain range Himalayas passes through here. This enchanting land of splendid mountains has a rich history and every destination has a story of itself. In Sanskrit “Hima” means Snow Himachal Pradesh is literally translated as the Snow-ladden Region. The topography and the natural beauty has contributed towards the tourism of the state. Himachal is also famous for adventure activities like paragliding, rafting, skating, boating, horse riding and so on.
8 Night(s) Shimla 3 Night(s) - Manali 4 Night(s) - Chandigarh 1 Night(s)
Day 1: Chandigarh – Shimla (120 kms)
Visit Mall area Arrive at Chandigarh and proceed to Shimla. Enroute visit Pinjore Gardens. Afternoon / Evening visit to the Mall area. Sightseeing around Mall area visit Christ Church, Vice Regal Lodge and Indian Institute of Advanced studies.
Overnight Stay in Shimla
Day 2: Shimla
Excursion around Shimla Day excursion to places around Shimla such as Golf Course at Naldehra (20 kms), High altitude Zoo at Kufri (20 kms) and Chail Palace at Chail (50 kms). Return by late evening.
Overnight Stay in Shimla
Day 3: Shimla
Local sightseeing around Shimla Proceed for local sightseeing in and around Shimla such as The ridge to walk along the Mall, Lakkar Bazaar, Jakhoo HIll, St. Michael's Cathedral, State Museum, Kali bari Temple, Hanuman Temple. Return by late evening. You can even opt for Taradevi Temple walk or a heritage walk from Mall to Vice regal lodge, rafting at Tattapani. If you are a nature lover the visit the Summer Hill, a wooded area 5 kms west of Shimla, excellent for views, trekking and bird watching.
Overnight Stay in Shimla
Day 4: Shimla - Manali (260 kms - 7.5 hrs)
Proceed to Manali. Visit to local sightseeing options such as Hadimba Temple, Vashisht hot water springs, Manu Temple and Arjun Gufa.
Overnight Stay in Manali
Day 5: Manali
Rohtang Excursion. Solang Valley Adventure. Half-day excursion to Rohtang Pass (42 kms - 12000+ ft asl). Rohtang pass is one area where one may get snow in Summer. Guests enjoy snow experience. On the way back visit Solang Valley, hub of adventure sports in Manali such as Paragliding, Zorbing etc. Solang Valley turns into a Ski resort in Winter.
Overnight Stay in Manali
Day 6: Manali
Manikaran or Jana Waterfalls Excursion Day excursion to Kullu Valley and Manikaran hotwater springs / Manikaran Sahib Gurdwara (80+ kms one way from Manali) or visit Jana waterfalls, a perennial waterfall at 40 kms from Manali (Jana waterfall is perennial and it is recommended to also have lunch at one of the Dhabas around here).
Overnight Stay in Manali
Day 7: Manali
Adventure seekers here is your chance to enjoy White Water Rafting session. To take a break from the hustle bustle of city life you may lay back and relax and enjoy the Himalayan views.
Day 8: Manali – Chandigarh (292 kms - 8 hours)
Manali - Chandigarh Proceed to Chandigarh. Arrive by evening.
Overnight Stay in Chandigarh
Day 9:
Departure Depart for onward journey.
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