Himachal Voyage - Refreshing

  • 9 Nights - 10 Days
  • Himachal

Highlights of the Tour

The Refreshing Himachal Tour Package (NGS HP04) is a 10-day journey through the best of Himachal Pradesh, covering Shimla, Dalhousie, Khajjiar, Dharamshala, Palampur, and Kasauli. Starting from Chandigarh, the tour includes heritage gardens, pine-covered valleys, waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, spiritual monasteries, Tibetan cultural hubs, ancient temples, and adventure spots like Bir-Billing for paragliding. The experience blends leisure, nature, adventure, and spirituality, ending with sightseeing in the planned city of Chandigarh before departure.

Itinerary

Pick up from station/airport and drive to Shimla via Pinjore Gardens, also known as Yadavindra Gardens are located at around twenty kms from Chandigarh. The gardens cover a total area of approximately one hundred acres, a mini zoo, plants nursery, A Japanese garden and lawns are part of it. Continue driving to Shimla. Arrive and check into the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Post breakfast, excursion to  Chail and Kufri. Chail is a small hamlet with a natural setting free from pollution. Visit Chail palace. Visit Kufri which is known for pine scented air and the beautiful views around. Himalayan National Park at Kufri has several animals of the area including bears and musk deer. Horses and yaks are there for rides. By afternoon we return to Shimla and explore Vice regal Lodge built in (1885), Christ Church built in (1844), The Gaiety Theatre- the first beauty contest of world was supposed to start (1887), The Scandal Point and Jakhoo Temple which is  dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is located at an altitude of 2,455m near the highest point of Shimla ridge. It provides a lovely view of the town itself, the surrounding valleys, and the snow-capped summits and it is a wonderful place to observe how the skyline changes as the sun rises and sets. Evening is to explore the famous Shopping Plaza of the North. Return to hotel for night stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Dalhausie. Arrive by late afternoon and check into the hotel. Spend the time at leisure and shopping at the mall Road Shopping Complex or Subash Chowk. Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at hotel. Explore Dalhousie and we will start with Pajpulla water fall which is about 3kms from centre, visit the memorial of Sardar Ajit Singh, freedom fighter and uncle of Sardar Bhagat singh. Visit Daikund, also known as valley of flowers, and is located at a height of 2740m above sea level and provides breathtaking views. We can also visit a small temple known as Pholani Devi Temple. Because of the melodic sound produced by the wind rushing through the woodlands, this hill region is also known as the Singing Hill.

Our next stop will be 

Kalatop wildlife sanctuary 

offering views of snow-capped Pir Panjal and  is surrounded by dense pine and spruce forests. Ibex, deer, bears, and leopards abound in this gem of a place, but they like to hide and are not often seen in the buffer zones. Still, it is common to see serow and pheasants.

After breakfast we will leave for Khajjiar, known as mini-Switzerland of India. The lovely green meadows are bordered by dense pine and cedar trees. Grazing herds of sheep and goats provide pleasant pastoral views. There is a small lake in the midst of the saucer-shaped meadow; it has degraded into slush, but Khajjiar still provides beautiful vistas. We will also visit the temple of Khajji Nag belonging to 12th century. AD. The images of the Pandavas and the defeated Kaurvas hang from the roof of the circumambulatory walkway. The sanctum of the temple has been exquisitely crafted from wood. Return to Dalhausie by late afternoon or evening and relax. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast check-out and drive to Dharamshala. Arrive and check into the hotel at McLeod Ganj. Mcleod Ganj is home to numerous residential buildings, restaurants, antique and curio shops, together with famous Tibetan institutions have lent importance to McLeod Ganj. You may visit the Budha temple, the present abode of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, and The Tibetan Institute of performing Arts (TIPA) which is 1km. walk from McLeod Ganj and preserves several musical dance and theatrical traditions of Tibet. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, proceed on a sightseeing tour Dharamshala. Start with a visit to the War Memorial which is set amidst beautiful surroundings. It was built to commemorate the memory of those who fought valiantly for the defense of the homeland. The memorial features three massive black marble panels bearing the names of martyrs who gave their lives protecting the homeland in the operations of 1947-48, 1962, 1965, 1971, and numerous peacekeeping missions. Next, you may visit Dal-lake & Naddi Village. Dal Lake is a scenic spot surrounded by the forests of Deodar. You may visit the temple of Durveshwar Mahadev by the side of the lake. Naddi is starting point for trek to Kareri Lake, Guna Devi temple and Triund. Next visit will be Bhagsunag, which has a temple dedicated to lord Shiva with a freshwater spring. The sight of water rushing out of the waterfall and mist rising from it around twenty feet is a delightful experience. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast drive to Palampur (50 KM, 1-2hrs) enroute visiting  tea gardens. Arrive and check into the hotel. Later visit Baijnath, which is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, it was built in stone in the 09th century, and it is a fine blend of sculpture and architecture. After this you may visit Bir (1400 m) and Billing (2290 m) Billing (2290 m) is the take-off site and Bir (1400 m) village is the landing site. The road distance between the two is 14 km. Bir is a beautiful village surrounded by tea gardens and spectacular scenery, it is a sort of amphitheater of low hills, best suited to Paragliders, there are some Buddhist monasteries and Tibetan handicrafts are also produced here. Overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast drive to Kausali (7-hrs) Arrive by late afternoon and check into hotel. Kasauli is a small, unspoiled hill station in Solan district located at an elevation of 6500 feet. Like Shimla, Kasauli was also developed by the British. It has great vantage points, waterfalls, and lush green hills. There are several Tibetan stalls, which sell woolen wear but one must bargain a bit. You can also get little souvenirs and gift items made of wood. Overnight at Kasauli.

After breakfast drive to Chandigarh (02hrs), Visit the Rock Gardens, Chandigarh Museum, Rose Garden,  if time allows visit The Capitol Complex, The Legislative Assembly, The High Court, The Secretariat, later drop at airport/ station.

Inclusion

  • Accommodation in well-appointed hotels
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • All sightseeing and transfers by private vehicle
  • Assistance at arrival and departure points
  • Driver allowance, tolls, and parking charges

Excluded

  • Airfare or train fare
  • Entry fees, adventure activities, and guide charges
  • Personal expenses such as shopping, tips, laundry, and phone calls
  • Travel insurance and medical expenses
  • GST and other applicable taxes

Terms & Conditions

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  • The above itinerary are subject to change as per availability
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  • Any surcharges of any hotels are not included
  • Cancellation Charge Will Be 2K Per Person
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