Overview

Shimla is the capital of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayan foothills. Once the summer capital of British India, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Kalka-Shimla Railway, completed in 1903. It’s also known for the handicraft shops that line The Mall, a pedestrian avenue, as well as the Lakkar Bazaar, a market specializing in wooden toys and crafts.

Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It's also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass.

Dalhousie is a high-altitude town spread across 5 hills near the Dhauladhar mountain range in the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It's home to colonial-era buildings, including St. Francis and St. John’s churches, which date back to the rule of the British Raj in the 1800s. A trek up Dainkund Peak leads to Pholani Devi Temple. To the north, Subhash Baoli is a peaceful area with pine trees and panoramic views.

Amritsar is a city in the northwestern Indian state of Punjab, 28 kilometers from the border with Pakistan. At the center of its walled old town, the gilded Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) is the holiest gurdwara (religious complex) of the Sikh religion. It’s at the end of a causeway, surrounded by the sacred Amrit Sarovar tank (lake), where pilgrims bathe.

Katra or Katra Vaishno Devi, as it is popularly known, is a small town in Reasi district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, India, situated in the foothills of the Trikuta Mountains, where the holy shrine of Vaishno Devi is located. It is located 42 km from the city of Jammu.

Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies in the Kashmir Valley on the banks of the Jhelum River, a tributary of the Indus, and Dal and Anchar lakes. The city is known for its natural environment, gardens, waterfronts and houseboats.

Pahalgam is a hill station in the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. Mountain trails run northeast to Amarnath Cave Temple, a Hindu shrine and site of the annual Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage. Overa Aru Wildlife Sanctuary is home to animals including brown bears and musk deer. Northeast, the Lidder River runs through scenic Betaab Valley. Southeast, Tulian Lake is flanked by mountain peaks and often frozen.

Itinerary

Day 1

New Delhi – Shimla

Pinjor Garden

Sightseeing

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Arrive at New Delhi Airport / Railway Station drive to Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. A very popular holiday retreat known for its Victorian architecture, which is resected in certain areas of the Mall and The Ridge. It is also a famous holiday spot for honeymoon Enroute visit to Pinjor Garden , Upon arrival at Shimla, check in at the hotel Enjoy Leisure time and Stay overnight at hotel.

Day 2

Shimla

Shimla Church

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a half day excursion to Kufri (2500mts). Visit Indira Bungalow & the Himalayan Zoo (closed on Monday). Incase, a Monday falls on this day, guests shall be taken to Naldhera Golf course instead of Kufri. Afternoon: Guests will be dropped at the Shimla Mall road to explore by themselves. Attractions of the mall road include Shimla Church, Scandal Point, Gaiety Theatre, Town hall & shopping. Evening, the guests shall be transferred to their respective hotels for overnight stay. Dinner shall be at the hotel. Note: Pony ride/ Golf kit charges at Kufri/Naldhera are on direct payment basis.

Day 3

Shimla – Manali (272 Kms |9 to 10 hrs)

Kullu Valley

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast at hotel, depart for Manali. Drive past Beas-Sutlej Link project, Pandoh Dam & Kullu Valley. Lunch shall be en-route on direct payment basis. Check in to your hotel on arrival for an overnight stay.

Day 4

Manali

Hidimba Temple

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast, proceed for a half day sightseeing of Manali. Visit Vashishtha Kund, Hidimba Temple, Tibetan Monasteries and Club House Rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Stay overnight at the hotel in Manali.

Day 5

Manali –Dalhousie ( Local Dalhousie )

Panchpula

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Morning after breakfast proceed to Dalhousie. Check in the hotel and after sometime proceed to local sightseeing of Dalhousie like Churches, Panchpula, Subhash Baoli, Bara Pather etc. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 6

Dalhousie ( Chamba - Khajjiar - Kalatop )

Khajjiar

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Morning after breakfast proceed to full day sightseeing of Chamba, Khajjiar, Kalatop sightseeing. Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 7

Dalhousie to Amritsar

Golden Temple

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast checkout from Hotel and transfer to Amritsar , On reaching visit Wagha Boarder Parade , check in to Hotel and refresh yourself and Later Visit Golden Temple and Over Night stay at Hotel.

Day 8

Amritsar to Katra

Leisure

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to Katra. On reaching Katra Check in to Hotel and refresh yourself and Later spent the evening at Leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 9

Vaishnodevi Darshan to Jammu to Srinagar

Vaishnodevi temple

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

By early morning proceed for the Vaishnodevi temple (By Walk, By Rope Way, By Helicopter own cost) After completing the darshan at Vaishnodevi temple later transfer to Jammu Airport for Boarding flight to Srinagar. On arrival at Srinagar check into Hotel and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 10

Srinagar - Sonmarg - Srinagar

Thajiwas Glacier

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast proceed to visit Sonmarg, On reaching visit Thajiwas Glacier ( Pony Own Cost ) , Zero Point ( Own Cost ) , Kisansar and Vishansar Lake and Later By evening return to Srinagar and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 11

Srinagar - Gulmarg - Srinagar

Gulmarg Gandola Ride

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

After early breakfast checkout from Hotel and transfer to Gulmarg , On reaching enjoy Gulmarg Gandola Ride ( Kungdoor Afarwat and Khilanmarg Sector Cable Car Tickets Own Cost ) and Later By evening return to Srinagar and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 12

Srinagar to Pahalgam

Betaab Valley

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast checkout from Hotel and transfer to Pahalgam On reaching Check in to Hotel and refresh yourself and Later visit Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, Chandan wari ( Pony / Cab Own Cost ) and Later Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 13

Pahalgam to Srinagar Local Sightseeing

Hazratbal

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

After breakfast checkout from Hotel and transfer to Srinagar, On reaching visit Mughal Gardens (Shalimar Baugh, Chashme Shahi baugh, Nishat Baugh) , Hari Parbat, Pari Mahal, Hazratbal, Shankaracharya and Later return to Hotel and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 14

Srinagar Departure

Departure

Breakfast

Transfers

After breakfast Checkout from Hotel and transfer to Airport for Drop.