Discover the scenic beauty and cultural heritage of North India with this 09 Nights / 10 Days journey covering Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie and Amritsar. Enjoy three nights in Manali, explore the mountain landscapes of Solang Valley, experience Tibetan culture in McLeod Ganj, relax amid Khajjiar’s green meadows and visit Amritsar’s iconic Golden Temple and Wagah Border. This well-paced itinerary is ideal for couples, families and groups.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Shimla’s Mall Road, The Ridge, Christ Church and Kufri.
- Travel through Kullu Valley and visit traditional shawl and handicraft centres.
- Discover Hadimba Temple, Vashisht Village, Van Vihar and Manali Mall Road.
- Enjoy a dedicated full-day excursion to the scenic Solang Valley.
- Visit McLeod Ganj, Tibetan monasteries, Dal Lake and Bhagsu Waterfall.
- Experience the green meadows and cedar forests of Khajjiar.
- Witness the ceremonial retreat at the Wagah Border.
- Visit the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh and Hall Bazaar.
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Day 1
Delhi Arrival and Transfer to Shimla
- Arrive at Delhi Airport or Delhi Railway Station.
- Meet our representative and begin your journey towards Shimla.
- Distance: Approximately 360 kilometres.
- Driving time: Approximately 8 to 8.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the foothills towards Shimla.
- On arrival, check in at your hotel and take some time to relax.
- If time permits, visit Mall Road, Scandal Point, The Ridge, Lakkar Bazaar, Christ Church and the historic Library building.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Shimla.
- Delhi Arrival
- Transfer to Shimla
- Mall Road
- The Ridge
- Christ Church
- Overnight Stay in Shimla
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Day 2
Shimla and Kufri Full-Day Sightseeing
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Shimla and Kufri.
- Visit Kufri, known for its beautiful mountain landscapes and seasonal activities.
- Continue to Jakhoo Temple and Hanuman Temple.
- In the evening, explore Shimla’s Mall Road and The Ridge.
- Admire Christ Church and the historic Library building.
- Shop for local handicrafts, wooden products and souvenirs at Lakkar Bazaar.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Shimla.
- Kufri
- Jakhoo Temple
- Hanuman Temple
- The Ridge
- Christ Church
- Lakkar Bazaar
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Day 3
Shimla to Manali via Kullu
- After breakfast, check out from the Shimla hotel and proceed towards Manali.
- Distance: Approximately 300 kilometres.
- Driving time: Approximately 7 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
- Visit Sundernagar Lake and Pandoh Dam during the journey.
- Continue through Kullu Valley and visit Vaishno Devi Temple.
- Visit a traditional Kullu shawl and handicraft centre.
- You may enjoy optional river rafting in the Beas River at your own cost.
- Visit Manikaran Sahib, subject to available time.
- Arrive in Manali and check in at the hotel.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
- Sundernagar Lake
- Pandoh Dam
- Kullu Valley
- Kullu Shawl Centre
- Manikaran Sahib
- Optional River Rafting
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Day 4
Manali Local Sightseeing
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Manali.
- Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, an ancient wooden temple surrounded by deodar forest.
- Continue to Club House, Tibetan Monastery, Van Vihar and Manali Mall Road.
- Visit Vashisht Village, known for its old temples and natural hot springs.
- Visit Nehru Kund, a natural cold-water spring located along the Manali–Rohtang road.
- Visit Rahala Falls and Marhi, subject to weather, road conditions and accessibility.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Manali.
- Hadimba Devi Temple
- Club House
- Vashisht Village
- Tibetan Monastery
- Van Vihar
- Nehru Kund
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Day 5
Full-Day Excursion to Solang Valley
- After breakfast, proceed for a full-day excursion to Solang Valley.
- Admire the valley’s mountain scenery and seasonal snow-covered landscapes.
- You may enjoy optional activities such as river crossing, rock climbing, rappelling, paragliding, mountain biking, zorbing, pony riding and cable-car rides.
- Adventure activities are payable directly and subject to weather and operational conditions.
- A visit to Rohtang Pass may be arranged at an additional cost, subject to seasonal opening, weather, road conditions and permit availability.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Manali.
- Solang Valley
- Mountain Views
- Seasonal Snow
- Optional Adventure Activities
- Optional Rohtang Pass Visit
- Overnight Stay in Manali
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Day 6
Manali to Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj Sightseeing
- After breakfast, check out from the Manali hotel and proceed towards Dharamshala.
- Distance: Approximately 240 kilometres.
- Driving time: Approximately 7 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
- On arrival, check in at the hotel.
- Visit Dharamshala Cricket Stadium and explore McLeod Ganj.
- Visit St. John in the Wilderness Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Bhagsu Waterfall.
- Continue to the Buddhist Monastery, Dal Lake, sunset viewpoint and Tibetan Market.
- Enjoy free time to explore the markets and shop for souvenirs.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Dharamshala.
- Dharamshala Cricket Stadium
- McLeod Ganj
- Bhagsu Waterfall
- Buddhist Monastery
- Dal Lake
- Tibetan Market
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Day 7
Dharamshala Sightseeing and Transfer to Dalhousie
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check out.
- Complete any remaining sightseeing in Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj.
- Visit Bhagsu Nag Temple, Tibetan Monastery and the Dalai Lama Temple complex.
- Later, begin your journey towards Dalhousie.
- Distance: Approximately 130 kilometres.
- Driving time: Approximately 4 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
- On arrival in Dalhousie, check in at the hotel.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.
- Bhagsu Nag Temple
- Tibetan Monastery
- Dalai Lama Temple
- Transfer to Dalhousie
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Day 8
Dalhousie and Khajjiar Sightseeing
- After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing excursion to Khajjiar.
- Explore the vast green meadow surrounded by thick cedar forests and mountain views.
- Visit Lakkar Mandi and enjoy the beautiful surrounding landscapes.
- You may enjoy optional activities such as zorbing and horse riding at your own cost.
- Spend leisure time walking around the meadow and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Dalhousie.
- Khajjiar
- Cedar Forests
- Lakkar Mandi
- Optional Zorbing and Horse Riding
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Day 9
Dalhousie to Amritsar – Wagah Border and Golden Temple
- Check out from the Dalhousie hotel and proceed towards Amritsar.
- Distance: Approximately 220 kilometres.
- Driving time: Approximately 6 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.
- Proceed to the Wagah Border to experience the ceremonial parade and flag-lowering ceremony.
- In the evening, visit the Golden Temple, one of the most sacred Sikh pilgrimage sites.
- Visit Jallianwala Bagh and learn about its historical importance.
- Check in at the hotel in Amritsar.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Amritsar.
- Wagah Border Ceremony
- Golden Temple
- Jallianwala Bagh
- Overnight Stay in Amritsar
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Day 10
Amritsar Sightseeing and Departure
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and complete the check-out formalities.
- If time permits, visit Hall Bazaar for shopping and local products.
- Spend the remaining time at leisure according to your departure schedule.
- Transfer to Amritsar Airport or Amritsar Railway Station.
- Continue your onward journey with wonderful memories of your North India holiday.
- Hall Bazaar
- Hotel Check-out
- Amritsar Airport
- Amritsar Railway Station
