Days 06 Nights /07 Days
Routing Delhi - Shimla - Manali - Chandigarh - Delhi
Description
Day 01: Delhi / Shimla
This morning embark on a leisurely drive to Shimla (343 kms / 8 hrs), the former summer capital of British India, set amidst the snow capped Shivalik Mountains, which offers some of the most stunning views of the mighty Himalayas. After arrival, check-in at your pre booked hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: Day in Shimla
This morning, you will visit Kufri, situated at an altitude of 2,500 meters, just an hour's drive from Shimla. Later this afternoon, take a walking tour of Shimla, visit the Jakoo hills that offer a panoramic view of the town, visit the Vice Regal Lodge and walk down the Mall Road. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Shimla / Manali
Today you will proceed by road to Manali (274 kms / 7hrs), a picture-perfect hill resort at an altitude of 1,929 meters. Set amidst pine-clad mountains, which gradually close in on both sides of the Beas and nestling in their shade, as though carved out of primeval forest, is a scattered hamlet, which comprises this picturesque summer resort. After arrival, check-in at the pre booked hotel. Rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
HADIMBA DEVI TEMPLE
Day 04: Day in Manali
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Manali, visiting the 450 years old temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, which has some excellent woodcarving. Also visit the Tibetan Monastery and the handicraft center. The rest of the day is at leisure or walk to the nearby picturesque village of Vashisht known for its hot sulphur springs. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Day in Manali
This morning, visit the Solang Valley and the not to be missed Rohtang Pass, 51 km from Manali, at an altitude of 3,978 meters (subject to weather conditions). Overnight stay at hotel.
ROCK GARDEN
Day 06: Manali / Chandigarh
This morning, after breakfast, drive to Chandigarh (272 kms / 7 hrs drive). Chandigarh, the beautiful twin capital of Punjab and Haryana, is on the edge of the Shivalik Hills, the outermost edge of the Himalayas. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07: Chandigarh / Delhi
After breakfast, embark on a leisurely drive to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will be transferred to the Airport for your onward journey.