Essential Himanchal
Essential Himanchal
Itinerary
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Day1
Arrive Amritsar
On arrival at Amritsar Airport or Railway Station, Meet and greet by the local tour representative and transfer to hotel to check in. Later in the afternoon, proceed to visit Indo-Pak, Attari Wagah Border to watch Flag Retreat Ceremony- Wagah, an army outpost on Indo-Pak border 30 Kms from Amritsar where the daily highlight is the evening "Beating the Retreat" ceremony. Return to hotel. Overnight stay at Amritsar Hotel.
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Day2
Arrive Amritsar – Dalhousie (Approx. 200 Kms / 5 Hrs)
After the breakfast, check out from Amritsar hotel and visit The Golden Temple & Jalianwala Temple. Later proceed to Dalhousie. On arriving at Dalhousie, transfer and check in to the hotel. Overnight stay at Dalhousie.
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Day3
Dalhousie - Khajjiar - Dalhousie (Approx. 25 Kms / 1½ hrs One Way)
After Breakfast, Visit the most dense deodars, pines, and lush green meadows, the "Mini Switzerland Of India", one can also enjoy various activities like Zorbing, Horse Riding, etc. Also, visit Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary. Overnight stay at Dalhousie Hotel.
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Day4
Dalhousie – Dharamshala (Approx. 120Kms / 4Hrs)
After breakfast, check out from Dalhousie Hotel and proceed to Dharamshala. It is a place that is profuse with picturesque locations and amazing vistas. On arrival at Dharamsala, check in to the hotel. The rest day is at leisure where you can explore the city on your own. Overnight stay at Dharamsala Hotel.
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Day5
Dharamshala
After the morning breakfast, get yourself ready for the local sightseeing in Dharamshala as you visit St. John's Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple, Dalai Lama Monastery (Tsuglagkhang) and Cricket Ground (subject to Operation). Later visit the local market. Overnight stay at Dharamsala hotel.
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Day6
Dharamshala – Chandigarh (Approx. 250 Kms / 6 Hrs)
After the breakfast, check out from Dharamshala hotel and proceed to Chandigarh. On arrival at Chandigarh transfer to hotel and check in. Rest of the day is at leisure to explore the City of Chandigarh on your own. Overnight stay at Chandigarh hotel.
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Day7
Depart Chandigarh
Today check out of the hotel and enjoy the City Tour of Chandigarh visiting the 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 a long time. Tour Ends…!!!
Inclusions
| Destination | Included Hotel or Similar | Room Type | No of Nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amritsar | Hotel Makhan Residency // Sawera Grand | Standard Room | 1 |
| Dalhousie | Hotel Dalhousie Valley / Ark Holidays by DLS Hotels | Standard Room | 2 |
| Dharmshala | Hotel Anupam Resort / Similar | Standard Room | 2 |
| Chandigarh | Sunpark / Silky Resort | Standard 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) | 7 |
| Meals | |
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| Meals | Breakfast |
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| PACKAGE COST FOR 1 PERSON(S) | ₹ 33638 + GST = ₹ 35320 |
| TOTAL PACKAGE COST - 2 Adults, 0 Child( 1 Room ) | ₹ 67276 + GST = ₹ 70640 |
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 Airports 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 factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, political disturbances, etc…
Terms & Conditions
- Adults (12+yeas)
- Child With Bed(5-11yeas)
- Child Whitout Bed
Cost per person
₹ 33638
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, woollen 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 of all litter carefully. Plastic bags are banned in Himachal
- Dispose of biodegradable/non-degradable waste properly while you are exploring the Himalayas.
- Avoid eating while travelling to a higher altitude to avoid nausea/ vomiting.
- Avoid travelling or driving late at night due to low visibility and safety issues
- Some monuments may require special permissions for photography or filming.
- Tourists intending 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, a thermos is recommended
- Keep heavy woollen clothing, rubber-soled shoes, gloves, torch, food (energy bars, dry fruits, packaged food etc.), water, and some instrument to light a fire (matchbox/ 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.
- Windcheaters
- Sunblock & 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 Alexander- 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 highest cricket ground is situated in Chail
