HIMACHAL TOUR

HIMACHAL TOUR (SHIMLA MANALI CHANDGARH

PRICE 28,999

DAY 1

• Hotel – Kufri Holiday Resort (Standard) / The Manla Homes ({Deluxe} – Accommodation is 12Km Away from Shimla) or similar in Shimla (Jun – Sept 2019)
• Hotel – The Manla Homes – (Accommodation is 12 Km Away from Shimla) or similar in Shimla (Oct  – Mar 2020)
• Dinner

Pick up from Delhi or Chandigarh and drive to Shimla (375 km / Approx 10 hrs from Delhi / 7500 Feet & 120 km / Approx 5 hrs from Chandigarh / 7500 Feet):

Welcome onboard a wonderful tour with your own Thomas Cook to one of the most happening destinations – Himachal! Today, we start a scenic drive from the Delhi meeting point towards Shimla. Situated in the Himalayan ranges, Shimla is a picturesque hill station in Himachal Pradesh. Check in at the resort and relax. Overnight at the resort.

Note – Tourists coming down from other cities on their own have to reach Delhi latest by 8 am on the day of departure. The pickup will be from Meeting Point (Hotel Classic or Similar) and the vehicles shall depart at 09.00 am from the respective hotel and Tourists coming down from other cities on their own have to reach Chandigarh latest by 1200 am on the day of departure.

DAY 2

• Hotel – Kufri Holiday Resort (Standard) / The Manla Homes ({Deluxe} – Accommodation is 12Km Away from Shimla) or similar in Shimla (Jun – Sept 2019)
• Hotel – The Manla Homes – (Accommodation is 12 Km Away from Shimla) or similar in Shimla (Oct  – Mar 2020)
• Breakfast and Dinner

Today morning after a filling delicious breakfast, visit Naldhera. It boasts of the oldest 9 hole golf course in the country. Crowned with a springing turf the Golf Course was suggested by Lord Curzon. He was so enchanted by the place that he gave his daughter Alexandra, “Naldehra” as her second name. The Naga temple is also situated here and Naldehra derives its name from it.

Later drive to Kufri derives its name from ‘Kufri’ which means lake. It is especially popular among trekkers. The salubrious climate and stunning natural beauty make Kufri a perfect summer getaway. Kufri is also a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers as the Himalayan Nature Park is situated on the outskirts of the town. The Park is home to over 180 varieties of fauna.

Visit Kufri Fun Campus 

Thereafter visit the famous mall road of Shimla. Visit the Scandal Point, Jhakoo Temple (private vehicles do not have access to Jhakoo temple because of the location. The guests can take a shared taxi available on Mall Road and visit the temple. It’s advisable to visit the temple before it turns dark; hence the guests can first visit the temple and then spend time on the mall road.) After ample of Shopping time, return to your hotel for a mouthwatering dinner. Overnight in the resort.

DAY 3

• Hotel – In Lifestyle (Standard) / Pristine Inn ({Deluxe} – 2Km from Bus stand) or Similar in Manali (Jun – Sept 2019)
• Hotel – In Lifestyle (Standard) / Sterling ({Deluxe} – 2Km from Bus stand) or Similar in Manali (Oct – Mar 2020)
• Breakfast and Dinner

Transfer To Manali (290Kms / Approx 08 To 09 Hours / 6,726 Feet):

After an early breakfast, depart for Manali by road. Enjoy the scenic beauty of enchanting Kullu Valley while you drive to Manali. In Hinduism, Manu was said to have survived a great flood that destroyed the rest of the world. He then recreated mankind in this Kullu Valley town. Boost your adrenaline rush while you enjoy White Water Rafting in the gushing waters of the Beas River (on your own). Later arrive in Manali and check in at the hotel. Overnight in the hotel.

DAY 4 

• Hotel – In Lifestyle (Standard) / Pristine Inn ({Deluxe} – 2Km from Bus stand) or Similar in Manali (Jun – Sept 2019)
• Hotel – In Lifestyle (Standard) / Sterling ({Deluxe} – 2Km from Bus stand) or Similar in Manali (Oct – Mar 2020)
• Breakfast and Dinner

In Manali – Day At Leisure – Reserved For Excursion To Snow Point And Solang Excursion (51 K Ms / Approx 3.5 Hours One Way / On Direct Payment Basis):
After early breakfast enjoy a breathtaking drive to Snow Point on the road to Rohtang Pass (Closed On Tuesdays). Known for its scenic beauty, Rohtang Pass holds strategic importance for India. Manali-Leh Highway, a part of NH 21, transverses Rohtang Pass. The name Rohtang means ‘ground of corpses’ due to the number of people who lost their lives trying to cross it. Besides Lahaul and Spiti, Rohtang Pass also serves as the gateway to Pangi and the valley of Leh. The Pass offers beautiful sights of glaciers, peaks, Lahaul Valley and the Chandra River. The twin peaks of Geypan are also visible from Rohtang.

Later visit the famous Solang Valley. Solang Valley, locally known as Solang Nullah, is renowned as the preferred location for adventure activities in Himachal Pradesh. For those who love the rush of adrenaline; there is no place better than Solang in Kullu Valley to indulge in parachuting, paragliding, skating, and zorbing. It is 8500 feet above mean sea level. Solang is not just about adventure activities. Its lush greenery, apple orchards, snowcapped peaks, and lakes attract lacs of visitors. Return to the hotel by the evening. Enjoy Dinner and overnight in hotel.

DAY 5

• Hotel – In Lifestyle (Standard) / Pristine Inn ({Deluxe} – 2Km from Bus stand) or Similar in Manali (Jun – Sept 2019)
• Hotel – In Lifestyle (Standard) / Sterling ({Deluxe} – 2Km from Bus stand) or Similar in Manali (Oct – Mar 2020)
• Breakfast and Dinner

Today morning after breakfast, visit Naggar. Naggar was the former capital of Kullu. It was founded by Raja Visudhpal and continued as a headquarters of the State until the capital was transferred to Sultanpur (Kullu) by Jagat Singh in 1460 A.D. Today this ancient and beautiful Palace is a popular tourist spot. Prof. Late Nicholas Roerich, a reputed artist had chosen Naggar as his residence when he came to India in 1929. The house has now been converted in an art gallery which houses numbers of rare paintings and other specimens of art in Naggar.

After lunch, enjoy Manali Local Sightseeing. Visit Hadimba Temple, Vashisth Kund. Hadimba temple, Also known as the Doongri Temple, is a four-tiered pagoda-like wooden temple standing in deodar trees and has beautiful carvings on its ornamental door. Dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bhim, this temple is the venue for an annual fair held during May. Vashishta Springs, are located across the Beas River, about 3 km away from Manali, at an altitude of 1,982 meters (6,200 feet) and are the natural sulfur hot springs. Enjoy the evening on the mall road where you can buy souvenirs and handicrafts (on your own). Overnight in hotel.

DAY 6

• Hotel – Ana Clarks Inn (Standard) / Clarion Inn ({Deluxe} – NH-22 in outskirts of Chandigarh) or similar in Chandigarh
• Breakfast and Dinner

Transfer To Chandigarh/Panchkula (320Kms / Approx 09 To 10 Hours):

Today after breakfast, wave a goodbye to Manali and drive to Chandigarh by road. Visit the well known Kullu Vaishnomata Temple in Kullu. Later check in at the hotel in Chandigarh. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY  7

• Breakfast

Drive From Panchkula / Chandigarh  to Delhi (265kms / approx. 06 hours drive):

Last day of the tour, today after early breakfast, proceed to Delhi. The mesmerizing tour concludes as the coach drops you at Delhi Domestic Airport. You can aboard your further connection for your place with innumerable Himachal memories!

Note – Guests, who would like to book their return journeys out of Delhi, can book their flights/trains after 6 pm on the last day of the tour – a subject the traffic, road conditions, and the time group checks out in the morning. Ideally, the guests should reach Delhi before 4 pm in the evening. Please consult without Holiday Experts for more details.