Himachal 9 Nights / 10 Days Ex. Chandigarh

Day 1 : Chandigarh to Shimla

Arrive at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station and depart for Shimla. On the way, visit Pinjore Garden (entry fee extra) and Timber Trail. Upon arrival in Shimla, check in at your hotel. Enjoy dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 2 : Shimla – Kufri and City Tour

After breakfast, take an excursion to Kufri, known for its Himalayan National Park, Pony and Yak rides (extra cost), Green Valley, Kufri Mini Zoo (entry fee extra), and Fagu Valley. Enjoy panoramic views of the Himalayas. Return to Shimla for local sightseeing, including Kali Bari Temple, Lakkad Bazar, Lower Bazar, Mall Road, Jakhu Temple (access via cable car or union vehicle, extra cost), Scandal Point, and the Church. Enjoy free time for shopping and exploring Mall Road before heading back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 : Shimla to Manali

Drive from Shimla to Manali, with en route visits to Sunder Nagar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Hanogi Temple, Kullu Shawl Factory, and the option for white water rafting (extra cost). Stop at Veshno Devi Temple and Kullu Valley. Arrive in Manali and check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.

Day 4 : Manali – Solang Valley

After breakfast, proceed to Solang Valley for sightseeing and adventure activities such as parachuting, paragliding, skating, and zorbing (guide and costume extra). On the way back, visit Vashisht, known for its hot springs and old temples dedicated to Sage Vashisth and Lord Rama (vehicle access only to parking point). Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5 : Manali Local Tour

Explore Manali after breakfast with visits to Hadimba Temple, renowned for its intricately crafted pagoda roof; Club House, which offers various recreational facilities; Tibetan Monastery; and Van Vihar. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6 : Manali to Dharamshala

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Dharamshala. En route, visit Shiva Temple, Palampur Tea Garden, and Chamunda Ji Temple. Arrive in Dharamshala, freshen up, and enjoy shopping at the local market. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 7 : Dharamshala to Dalhousie

After breakfast, explore the key attractions of Dharamshala, including McLeod Ganj, Dalai Lama Temple, Cricket Stadium, War Memorial, Tibetan Monasteries, Bhagsunag Temple, and Church of St. John. In the evening, drive to Dalhousie, check in at your hotel, and enjoy dinner. Overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 8 : Dalhousie – Khajjiar

After breakfast, visit Kalatop and Khajjiar, known as India’s Mini Switzerland, a beautiful glade surrounded by forests. Return to your hotel in Dalhousie for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 9 : Dalhousie to Amritsar

Early morning, check out from the hotel and depart for Amritsar. Upon arrival, visit Wagah Border to witness the evening ceremony, including the “beating retreat” border ceremony. Afterward, visit the Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh. The Golden Temple is a central religious place for Sikhs and a symbol of human brotherhood and equality. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 10 : Amritsar to Chandigarh

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Chandigarh. In the evening, drop off at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station. The tour ends with cherished memories.