CLASSIC HIMACHAL  

 

TOTAL DURATION: 06 NIGHTS / 07 DAYS

02 NIGHTS SHIMLA / 03 NIGHTS MANALI / 01 NIGHT CHANDIGARH 

 

ITINERARY

DAY 01: DELHI  / CHANDIGARH – SHIMLA

Arrival at Chandigarh / Delhi Airport, assistance upon arrival and proceed for Shimla – Arrival Shimla, transfer to hotel / resort, get freshen up and free for leisure in Shimla 

Shimla the former summer capital of the British in India and the present capital of Himachal State of India. Blessed with all the natural bounties which one can think of. The town enveloped in mist, nestled within dense forests and silhouetted against snowy peaks of the mighty Himalayas, a paradise in the hills. It has got a scenic location; surrounded by green hills with snow capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create an aura which is very different from other hill. Situated at a height of around 2000 m. There are many places scattered around this beautiful town, from Green Valley to Kufree and from Chail to Narkanda, there is enough to see and do around Shimla

 

DAY 02: SHIMLA    

After breakfast move for Sightseeing / Visits in and around Shimla – Evening free for leisure in Shimla

Visit at The Viceregal Lodge the most historically significant and architectural impressive building of the region that makes for a pleasant half-day excursion. The Viceregal Lodge was the summer residence of the Indian Viceroy, the British Raj leader who governed the whole of the Indian subcontinent between 1888 until 1946. 

Visit at Green Valley a natural dale near Shimla. It is surrounded by verdant hills that are covered with dense forests of pine and deodar. Sometimes rare animals like Yaks can be seen wandering and grazing here. It is a popular point where people come to witness and enjoy the picturesque lush green environs.

The Ridge road is a large open space, nestled in the heart of Shimla, boasts an excellent hill-top location with a mix of colonial architecture and, panoramic scenic beauty, hassle-free atmosphere and lush vegetation. It is situated along the Mall Road, which is the famous shopping center of the town. This place is known as the face of Shimla and is a perfect spot to get photographed – with spectacular views of the mountains and evergreen trees surrounding it

Kufree at altitude of 2510 m above sea level. A small hill station of Himachal Pradesh, Kufri is around 16 km from Shimla. Kufree is at its natural best during winters. Skiing and tobogganing can be enjoyed along snow-capped slopes 

 

DAY 03: SHIMLA – KULLU / MANALI     

After breakfast departure for Manali, En-route pass by  Kullu ValleyArrival at Manali as per the timings

Kullu Valley is a broad open valley formed by the Beas River. This valley is famous for its beauty and its majestic hills covered with pine and deodar forest and sprawling apple orchards. Situated between the Pir Panjal, and Great Himalayan Ranges. Ski touring is a sport growing in popularity in the Himilayan peaks surrounding the valley. Lush green mountains with perennial waterfalls and gushing streams, Valley’s beauty is dear to people visiting this wonderful place 

 

DAY 04: MANALI

After breakfast move for Sightseeing / Visits in and around Manali   

A gift of the Himalayas to the world, Manali a beautiful township nestled in the picturesque Beas River valley. It is a rustic enclave known for its cool climate and snow-capped mountains, hilly slopes, the fairy-tale-like fog surrounding with amazing green shades. The hilly town famous for being India’s honeymoon capital, the paradise for nature lovers with spell-binding views, charming streams, and a lingering scent of pines and freshness the beautiful resort offers great experiences and worth cherishing a lifetime. Manali suits the needs of every kind of travel interest, for the family looking for some bonding time, for the couple for some peace and quiet, for solo travelers for some solitude, and for the group of friends seeking an adventure.  

Solang Valley a picturesque scenic beauty that has undeniable virgin charms, if you visit this destination during the colder months, snow makes its way into the valley area too! Enjoy a laid back day out with friends and family here as you enjoy the serene scenery with a bubbling burst of energy from all the tourists here. It is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley, just around 14 km northwest of the town Manali

 

DAY 05: MANALI 

Enjoy spectacular morning drive towards Rohtang Valley – Evening free for leisure in Manali  

Rohtang Valley no doubt one of the most scenic places of Himalayas, located at a height of around 3980 m,   around 51 km distance from the town Manali. The Pass once served as a crucial trade route, and still remains the gateway to the districts of Lahaul and Spiti, provides wonderful views of the entire surroundings. Just beyond the Pass the Sonapani Glacier and the twin peak of Gaypan. Rohtang pass provides a natural divide between the Kullu Valley, and the arid high-altitude Lahaul and Spiti valleys The pass lies on the watershed between the Chenab and Beas basins

 

DAY 06: MANALI – CHANDIGARH 

After breakfast drive continue to Chandigarh – Arrival at Chandigarh as per the timings, transfer to hotel / resort, get freshen up and free for leisure in Chandigarh 

Chandigarh one of the most significant urban planning experiments of the 20th century. It is the only one of the numerous urban planning schemes of Le Corbusier, the famous French architect-planner, to have actually been executed. It is also the site of some of his greatest architectural creations. The city has had far-reaching impact, ushering in a modern idiom of architecture and city planning all over India and has become a symbol of planned urbanism

 

DAY 07: CHANDIGARH – DELHI     

After breakfast transfer to Chandigarh Airport OR drive continue to DelhiArrival at Delhi, transfer to Delhi Airport as per the timings