Classical Himachal With Delhi & Agra
Classical Himachal With Delhi & Agra
Itinerary
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Day1
Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi Airport or Railway Station, Meet and Greet by the Tour Representative and transfer to hotel for check in. Delhi is a city where time travel is feasible. Step aboard your time machine (the sleek and efficient metro) and you can go from Old Delhi, where labourers haul sacks of spices and jewellers weigh gold on dusty scales, to modern New Delhi, with its colonial-era parliament buildings and penchant for high tea. Delhi is a city that has been repeatedly ravaged and reborn, with vestiges of lost empires in almost every neighbourhood. There's so much to experience here, it's like a country in itself. Later in the evening visit the city sightseeing of Delhi of Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, drive pass by Rashtrapati Bhavan & Red Fort. Overnight at Delhi Hotel. -
Day2
Delhi - Agra - Delhi (Approx. 220 Kms / 4½ Hrs One Way)
Today after breakfast visit Agra. Agra is a city in northern India’s Uttar Pradesh state. Its home to the iconic Taj Mahal, a mausoleum built for the Mughal ruler Shah Jahan’s wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The magical allure of the Taj Mahal draws tourists to Agra like moths to a wondrous flame. And despite the hype, it’s every bit as good as you’ve heard. But the Taj is not a stand-alone attraction. The legacy of the Mughal Empire has left a magnificent fort and a liberal sprinkling of fascinating tombs and mausoleums; and there’s also fun to be had in the bustling chowks (marketplaces).On arrival at Agra, visit Taj Mahal and Red Fort. After the visit return back to Delhi. Overnight stay at the hotel in Delhi.
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Day3
Delhi - Shimla (Approx. Delhi 360Kms/9 Hrs)
After breakfast at Delhi Hotel, check out and proceed to Shimla. Shimla -the land of pine scented hills, beautiful peaks, fragrant cedar forests, romantic mists & golden hillsides - is one of India's most popular hill resorts, buzzing with a happy flow of Indian vacationers and full of relics of its previous life as the summer capital of British India. On arrival check-in hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Shimla.
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Day4
Shimla – Kufri – Shimla (Approx. 20 Kms / 1½ Hrs)
This morning after breakfast you will be driven to Kufri Valley - located 16 kms from Shimla, it commands a panoramic view of the majestic Himalayas. Kufri derives its name from ‘Kufr’ which means lake. The Park is home to over 180 varieties of fauna. Enjoy Horse ride, Yak Ride (Own cost) at Kufri. At Kufri, Guest can enjoy various rides & activities at their own cost. Later visit the local sightseeing of Shimla visiting Shimla Church, Scandal Point, and The Mall Road. The vehicle will drop you at the Mall Road as per the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Policy. Enjoy the leisure time in and around Mall Road. Return to Hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Shimla.
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Day5
Shimla - Manali (Approx. 260Kms / 8Hrs)
After early breakfast this morning, we proceed to Manali. As you enjoy your journey to Shimla, you pass by Pandoh Dam, Beas river, Sutlaj River, Beas Sutlaj Link Project and Kullu Valley. On arrival check into your hotel and spend rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Manali.
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Day6
Manali
Today after breakfast, proceed to enjoy a city tour of Manali. Visit the Tibetan Monastery which houses several images of Lord Buddha, Tankha paintings and the Hadimba Devi Temple, dedicated to Goddess Hadimba, the wife of Bhim of Mahabharata. It has a four-tiered Pagoda shaped roof and the doorway is carved with legendary figures and symbols. Later, continue your drive to Vashisht, a small village located on the left bank of river Beas renowned for its hot springs and temples. Nearby is the pyramidal stone temple dedicated to Vashisht Muni. End the tour with a visit to the Mall Road, offering a plethora of shops and restaurants. Bustling with activity, why not indulge in some shopping and great bargains. The rest of the evening is at leisure to simply relax or explore the city of Manali. Overnight in Manali.
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Day7
Manali - Snow Point / Rohtang Pass - Solang Valley - Manali (Approx. 35 Kms Return)
After early breakfast enjoy a breathtaking drive to Snow Point on the road to Rohtang Pass (Closed on Tuesdays). (If Rohtang Pass is in operation during the visit, then Visit To Rohtang Pass will be at an Extra Cost). 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. 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. Return to hotel by the evening. Overnight at the hotel in Manali. Important Note: Rohtang pass is not included. This pass is not accessible for almost 8 months (nov-may) in a year as it is covered by snow. We generally visit the snow point on Rohtang road, which has been permitted by the border security force. Rohtang pass is 51 kms. Away from Manali. This Pass is accessible from May to June & Oct. –to – Nov. and rest of time it’s closed for almost 8 months in a year as it is covered by snow. We generally visit the snow point on Rohtang road. Rohtang pass is closed on every Tuesday for Maintenance purpose. As per High court order entry of vehicles is restricted to Rohtang Pass, daily 1,000 entry permit are issued to local taxis which is subject to availability.
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Day8
Manali – Chandigarh (Approx. 310Kms / 9 Hrs)
Today after early morning breakfast, checkout from the Manali hotel and proceed to Chandigarh. Chandigarh was one of the early planned cities in post-independent India and is internationally known for its architecture and urban design. On arrival at Chandigarh, check in to the hotel. Overnight at Chandigarh Hotel.
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Day9
Depart Chandigarh
Today check out of the hotel and enjoy the City Tour of Chandigarh visiting Rose Garden, Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh museum and Capitol Complex. Later proceed to Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station to board the flight or train to your Hometown or next Destination with lots of memories to cherish for long time. Tour Ends…!!!
Inclusions
| Destination | Included Hotel or Similar | Room Type | No of Nights |
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| Delhi | Blue Stone / Rockland Hotel C R Park | Deluxe Room | 2 |
| Shimla | Katson Blue Mashobra / HillCrest Resort (Mashobra) | Executive Room | 2 |
| Manali | The Chamunda Heaven / Katson Blue Manali | Deluxe Room | 3 |
| Chandigarh | Sunpark / Silky Resort | Deluxe Room | 1 |
| Vehicle | Description | No Of Days |
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| Sedan | as per litinerary including parking, toll, driver allowance, interstate permit (Ac will not be working on Hills) | 9 |
| Meals | |
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| Meals | Breakfast |
| Type | Cost |
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| PACKAGE COST FOR 1 PERSON(S) | ₹ 37375 + GST = ₹ 39244 |
| TOTAL PACKAGE COST - 2 Adults, 0 Child( 1 Room ) | ₹ 74750 + GST = ₹ 78488 |
Exclusions
- Any meals other than those mentioned in inclusion.
- Any Airfare/Train fare.
- Any transportation which is not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to the amusement parks & boating charges.
- Any portage at Airport and Hotels, tips, insurance, beverages, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature.
- Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
- Expenses caused by the factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, road blocks, political disturbances, etc…
Terms & Conditions
- Adults (12+yeas)
- Child With Bed(5-11yeas)
- Child Whitout Bed
Cost per person
₹ 37375
Hotel Gallery
Chandigarh
Sunpark / Silky Resort
Chandigarh
Sunpark / Silky Resort
Chandigarh
Sunpark / Silky Resort
Travel Tip
- The mall in Shimla
- Solang Vlalley, Manali
- Rohtang Pass, Manali
- Namgyal Monastery, Dharamshala
- Khajjar, Dalhousie
- Veg: Mitha Bhat, Sidu, Dham, Aktori, Madra, Tukdiya bhath, Mash Dal
- Non – veg: Khatta meat, Cha Ghost
- Toy train ride from Kalka – Shimla or vice versa
- Paragliding at Solang Valley or Khajjar
- Skiing at Rohtang Pass
- Shopping at The Mall in Shimla/ Manali
- Rugs and carpets
- Kullu shawls, woolen wear
- Apples, jams, pickles
- Silver and turquoise jewellery
- Embroidered clothes
- Dry fruits
- Buddhist paintings
- Carry all your ATM and credit cards, and take care of your ready money also.
- If visiting a temple, it is advised to adhere to the code and conduct of the temple.
- Dispose all litter carefully. Plastic bags are banned in Himachal
- Dispose bio degradable/ non degradable waste properly while you are exploring Himalayas.
- Avoid eating while travelling to a higher altitude to avoid nausea/ vomiting.
- Avoid travelling or driving late in the night due to low visibility and safety issues
- Some monuments may require special permissions for photography or filming.
- Tourists intended to take adventure activities are advised to seek necessary permissions if required
- Vehicular traffic is restricted in certain areas
- Water may freeze in high altitude areas, thus, thermos is recommended
- Keep heavy woollen clothing, rubber soled shoes, gloves, torch, food (energy bars, dry fruits, packaged food etc.), water, some instrument to lit fire (match box/ lighter etc.) handy
- It is highly advised to not stand near the cliff or on the bolder or near the bank of the river or step into the river for photographs etc. since water currents in rivers of Himachal Pradesh are very strong
- For summers, full sleeves t-shirts to sweatshirts should be carried but for winters, heavy woollen clothing is recommended.
- Wind cheaters
- Sun block & moisturizing lotion
- Mineral Water
- Dark polarized Sun glasses with retainers
- Medication as required to get rid of Altitude sickness/ motion sickness
- Natives of Malana, also known as the village of taboo consider themselves the successors of Akexander- the great and choose to remain isolated from the rest of the world. They consider all non-Malanis to be inferior and even untouchable.
- The capital state of Himachal houses a natural ice skating rink!
- There is a mini – Israel in Himachal; Kasol since the maximum tourists visiting this place are of Israeli origin
- On your way to Viceregal Lodge, there is a stretch of old wooden houses known as Yarrows where Muhammad Ali Jinnah once lived
- In a little village called Gue, in Himachal's Spiti district, lays the remarkably well-preserved 500 year-old mummy of Sangha Tenzing, a Buddhist monk from Tibet
- World’s higest cricket ground is situated in Chail
