8 Nights Himachal Explorer: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie Tour

Shimla(2N) → Manali(3N) → Dalhousie(2N) → Dharamsala(1N)

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STAY   3✭ hotels

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Drive to Shimla
  • Pickup from Delhi Airport, Railway Station, or Bus Stand by exclusive vehicle.
  • Drive to Shimla, which is 288 kilometers from Delhi and will take approximately 8 hours to reach.
  • Enjoy the scenic Himalayas from the window of your cab as you enter Himachal Pradesh.
  • If time permits, stopover at Timber Trail Resort along the way.
  • The cab will pass through Kalka, Parwanoo, Barog, and Solan on the way to Shimla.
  • Check in and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel.
  • Sightseeing of the day: Timber Trail Resort.
  • Begin your second day in Shimla by enjoying the scenic landscape of the town while having breakfast.
  • After breakfast, start your day by visiting Kufri and other attractions along the way, including:
    • Green Valley
    • Mini Zoo
  • In the afternoon, visit:
    • Mall Road
    • Lakkar Bazaar
    • Christ Church
    • Kali Bari Temple
  • At the end of the day, return to your hotel for a comfortable night's sleep after dinner.
  • Summary of sightseeing for the day:
    • Mall Road
    • Lakkar Bazaar
    • Christ Church
    • Kali Bari Temple
    • Kufri
    • Fagu Valley
    • Green Valley
    • Jhansi Park
    • Lower Bazaar
  • The next day after breakfast, drive to Manali.
  • On the way, you will witness some gorgeous spots, including:
    • Sunder Nagar Lake
    • Pandoh Dam
    • Kullu Rafting and Paragliding Point
    • Kullu Shopping Point
    • Vaishno Devi
  • We will take a halt in Kullu, where you can visit:
    • Hanogi Mata Mandir
    • Kullu Shopping Point
    • Kullu Rafting Point
  • We will then continue our journey to Manali, where you will be directly headed to your pre-booked hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Delightful local sightseeing in Manali on the fourth day, including visits to:
    • Hidimba Temple
    • Club House
    • Van Vihar
    • Manu Temple
    • Tibetan Monastery
    • Vashisht Village
  • Return to Manali in the evening for shopping in the local market.
  • At night, head to your hotel for dinner and proper rest.
  • Early morning departure for a full-day tour of Solang Valley.
  • Experience the majesty of the mountains and glaciers at their best.
  • Enjoy the snowy paradise with a sled ride down the slopes and try your luck climbing the small snow hills.
  • Marvel at the magnificent views and natural beauty, which are a never-ending source of delight.
  • Solang Valley serves as a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting, and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to the 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass.
  • If Rohtang Pass permits are available, you can visit (NGT rules applicable).
  • Note: All adventure sports at Solang Valley/Snow Point are on a direct payment basis.
  • Rohtang sightseeing is not included in the package but can be booked on a direct payment basis.
  • Sightseeing of the day: Solang Valley
  • After spending several enjoyable days in Manali, you will depart for Dharamshala on the 6th day.
  • Upon arrival in Dharamshala, check in to your hotel and enjoy some leisure time.
  • Begin local sightseeing, which includes visits to:
    • HPCA Cricket Stadium
    • Bhagsunag Temple
    • McLeod Ganj
    • Tibetan Monastery
    • Bhagsunag Waterfall
  • In the evening, return to the hotel for relaxation and a good night's sleep.
  • On the 7th day, spend half of the day sightseeing in Dharamshala.
  • Visit several Buddhist monasteries and the Dalai Lama's Palace.
  • Afterward, depart for Dalhousie via Khajjiar.
  • Upon arrival in Dalhousie, check in to your pre-booked hotel for a restful stay.
  • After breakfast at the hotel, we proceed to Khajjiar, often referred to as India’s Mini Switzerland.
  • Khajjiar is believed to be a glacial bowl formed during the last Himalayan ice age, which left behind a lake that gradually withered away.
  • At Khajjiar Sanctuary, you can enjoy horse riding and various adventure activities.
  • Afterward, you can visit:
    • St. Patrick’s Church
    • St. John’s Church
    • Gandhi Chowk
  • Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in the Dalhousie hotel.
  • Sightseeing of the day includes:
    • Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland)
    • St. John’s Church
    • St. Patrick’s Church
    • Subhash Baoli
    • Gandhi Chowk
  • Enjoy a delicious breakfast this morning.
  • Check out from the hotel.
  • Drive towards Delhi.
  • The cab will drop you at Delhi Airport, Railway Station, or Bus Stand for your onward journey.
  • Your tour ends here; we hope you have new stories to tell and a heart full of incredible memories.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • Parking and toll tax
  • Breakfasts and dinners
  • Pick-up and drop-off at the time of arrival and departure
  • Driver's allowance, road tax, and fuel charges
  • Sightseeing by vehicle provided by us
  • All personal expenses
  • Optional tours
  • Extra meals (such as non-vegetarian options)
  • Any unplanned transportation expenses
  • Camera fees
  • Air conditioning not functioning in hill areas
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Insurance
  • Any items not mentioned in the inclusions
  • This package includes a comprehensive itinerary covering major attractions in Himachal Pradesh over 8 nights and 9 days.
  • It offers a blend of sightseeing, local experiences, and comfortable accommodations.
  • The advance amount is non-refundable if the customer cancels the booking for personal reasons.
  • All cancellations must be communicated in writing.

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8 Nights Himachal Explorer: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie Tour

Shimla(2N) → Manali(3N) → Dalhousie(2N) → Dharamsala(1N)

4.6 (515 Reviews)

179 Agents for Shimla

STAY   3✭ hotels

$ 299

$ 341

12% off

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