Classic Himachal (8N / 9D)

Package Highlights

• Day excursion to Kufri.
• Tibetan Monastery
• Vashist Temple
• Day excursion to the Rohtang Pass
• Dalai Lama Temple
• An excursion to Khajjiar

Day 1: Delhi- Shimla
Pick up from Delhi airport/railway station and check into the hotel at Shimla. Situated in the lower ranges of the Himalayan Mountains, it is surrounded by pine deodar, oak and rhododendron forests, breathe whispering streams and swaying fields.. It was the summer capital of  British in India.  Visit Lakkar Bazar- popular for its wood crafts and Souvenirs, State museum relects Himachal’s rich heritage, St. Michales church etc. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2: Shimla
After breakfast proceed for wonderful day excursion to Kufri- famous for its wide views and ski slopes. Enjoy a walk through thick ceder woods to Mahasu Peak for amazing view of mighty Himalayas.Visit Chini bunglow and Indira tourist park. Enjoy horse riding at your own cost. Return back to hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Shimla- Manali
After taking breakfast drive to Manali a hill station nestled in the mountains. The snow, high mountains, thick forests full of cool breeze and bird songs , deodar and pine trees  makes it a year round magnet for tourists.  Check into the hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4: Manali
Today proceed for full day local sightseeing of Mnali. Visit Hadimba Temple which is built in 1553 and it is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway, Tibetan Monastery, Lord Buddha and Tankha paintings, Vashist Temple known for  its hot sulphur springs, Manu temple  dedicated to the sage Manu and Club House which includes a roller skating rink, an auditorium, billiards rooms, a library, a bar and restaurant. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy shopping. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5: Manali
After breakfast proceed for a day excursion to the Rohtang Pass also called Snow Point of Himachal. Enjoy the beauty of snow caped mountains. You are free for the rest of the day to explore the beauty of this picturesque town on your own. Return back to Manali and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6: Manali – Dharamshala
After breakfast drive to Dharamshala  – also known as Little Lhasa.With thick pine and deodar forests, snow peaks, abundant streams, cool aira nd alluring surroundings, Dharamsala has everything for a perfect holiday. On arrival check into the hotel and evening visit the charming church of St. John is situated here and this is the final resting place of Lord Elgin, a British Viceroy of India during the 19th century. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 7: Dharamshala -Dalhousie
Today proceed for a sightseeing tour of Dharmashala. Visit Dalai Lama Temple at Mcloedgunj, Bhagshu Nag Temple at Bhagshu,  Norbulingka, Kangra art museum which displays artifacts that date back to the 5th century and War memorial . Thereafter proceed to Dalhousie. On arrival check into the hotel and relax. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 08: Dalhousie – Khajjiar – Dalhousie
Today go for an excursion to Khajjiar, popularly known as Mini Switzerland. Surrounded by green meadows and dense forest Khajjiar sits on a small plateau with a small stream-fed lake in the middle that has been covered over with weeds.  Back to the hotel and relax for the day. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 9: Leave Dalhousie
Check out from the hotel and proceed to Delhi airport/railway station for your onward journey.