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HIMACHAL CALLING
Delhi - Parwanoo- Shimla - Kulu- Manali - Dharamshala Dalhousie-
Chandigarh
(11 Nights / 12 Days)
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DAY 01
DELHI - CHANDIGARH
On arrival at Delhi we drive to Chandigarh. (approx. 5 hrs
/ 250 kms). Checchank into the hotel. Rest of the day is free
to enjoy beautiful city and well planned city of India.
Overnight in Chandigarh.
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DAY 02
CHANDIGARH - SHIMLA
This morning after an early breakfast we drive to Shimla
(approx. 4 hrs / 140 kms). Check into the hotel. After a quick
wash and change we take an excursion to Kufri- an excellent
Ski resort in the winter. Thereafter we proceed to Chail-
former summer capital of the Maharaja of Patiala. It is a
peaceful haven in the mountains.
Overnight back at Shimla.
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DAY 03
SHIMLA
This morning we take an excursion to Naldhera, which has
a mini golf course ,Giant Deodar Trees and the deep Gorge
at the Sutlej river are an interesting sights.
Overnight back at Shimla
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DAY 04
SHIMLA - MANALI
This morning after an early breakfast we drive to Manali
(approx. 8- 9 hrs/ 275 kms)- the gateway to the Rohtang pass.
On arrival check into the hotel.
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DAY 05
MANALI
After breakfast, we proceed for a city tour visiting Dhungri
Temple-dedicated to Hadimba Devi, Vashisht Bath (for hot springs),
JagatSuk - ancient capital of Kulu. Evening is free to take
a walking tour of the town.
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DAY 06
MANALI
Today we have an early start as we go to Rohtang Pass at
an altitude of 4112 metres on the route to Keylong which is
the only access to the Lahual Valley near the Indo-Tibetan
border, which is primitive and rugged surrounded by high snow
capped mountains and massive glaciers. We return in the evening.
Overnight at the hotel.
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DAY 07
MANALI - DHARAMSHALA
After breakfast proceed to Dharamshala (approx 7 hrs/220
kms). -the land of the Lama, jewel of Kangra Valley . On arrival
check into the hotel. Rest of the day is free to take a walk
down the mall.
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DAY 08
DHARAMSHALA
Dharamshala is split into 2 Upper and Lower Dharamshala.
This morning we will visit Kotwali Bazaar in Lower Dharamshala,
which is a narrow road with shops on both sides. Proceed to
YOL camp where World War II Italian prisoners were kept, onwards
to the war memorial, which commemorates the sacrifices of
the Himachal War Heroes. Between the Upper & Lower Dharamshala
is the school of Tibetan Culture Library. Later drive to Upper
Dharamshala & Mcleod Ganj where one can shop for Tibetan carpets,
Tangkhas etc . Return to the hotel in the evening.
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DAY 09
DHARAMSHALA - DALHOUSIE
This morning after breakfast drive to Dalhousie (approx.
6 hrs/ 160 kms)- the quite Alpine Retreat- known for its toy
town beauty that other Himalayan Resorts lack. On arrival
check into the hotel. Rest of the day is free to explore the
town by taking a walking tour.
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DAY 10
DALHOUSIE
Today we shall see what Dalhousie has to offer. The tour
begins at the G.P.O chowk next to the Dalhousie club. Proceed
to the Panjpullah water falls, Bakrota Hill where Rabindranath
Tagore once lived. Nehru Tibha and lastly Kalatope an exquisitely
beautiful natural spot to savour the spectacular sunsets.
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DAY 11
DALHOUSIE - CHANDIGARH
After an early breakfast drive to Chandigarh (approx. 7-8
hrs / 260 kms). On arrival check into the hotel. Rest of the
day is free.
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DAY 12
CHANDIGARH - DELHI
Today after an early breakfast we proceed for the city tour
visiting the Secretariat in Sector 1, which also houses other
govt. buildings, including the High Court & the Tower of shadows
, the hand of Unity- Nek Chand Rock Garden, whimsical and
inspirational , this garden is the highlight of your visit
to Chandigarh, Rose Garden- This large ornamental garden may
be the biggest in Asia and contains at least 1500 varieties
of roses. Thereafter we drive to Delhi (approx. 4-5 hrs/250
kms) to make your connections back home.
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