Duration
22 Nights / 23 Days
Holiday Category
Himachal Pilgrimage Tour Packages
INCLUSIONS
Bus
Sightseeing
Breakfast
Dinner
Destinations Covered
Delhi - Shimla - Sarahan - Kalpa - Sangla - Kinnaur - Nako - Tabo - Kaza - Batal - Chandratal lake - Manali - Mandi - Rewalsar - Dharamshala - Palampur - Delhi
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Arrive at Delhi International Airport, and transfer to your pre booked hotel. After check in and breakfast, visit Old Delhi. Walk through the lanes to make your way to the spice market, Sikh temple Sheeshganj and Jama Masjid. Later, enjoy a welcome dinner together and get to know your fellow travellers better. Return back to the hotel for a good night's sleep.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
After breakfast we will head off to explore New Delhi. Start off by visiting Qutub Minar and Humayun's Tomb. Later, explore the artistic streets of Lodhi Art District and continue to Delhi Haat and enjoy lunch of your choice. This multi cultural place houses artisans, vendors and restaurants from different states, truly a place to be in order to take a peek into the diversity of the country. You may choose to buy some amazing artifacts and souvenirs. Later, visit Raj Ghat and drive past India Gate and President’s house.
Overnight stay in Delhi.
This morning we will board an air conditioned chair car train to Kalka- Himalayan Queen. On arrival at Kalka, we will change the trains and continue a joyride in the toy train from Kalka to Shimla. This train ride is one of the most scenic ones and you wouldn’t want to miss even a moment of thrill. After arrival in Shimla and check in, head out for a walking tour on Mall Road.
Overnight stay in Shimla.
After having breakfast, we will hike to Jakhu Temple. Witness the beauty of the city through the clouds atop the hill. Descend back into the town and visit a Viceregal Lodge. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Shimla.
Today after breakfast we will proceed to the utterly scenic village of Sarahan. head towards Shri Bhima ji Kali Mandir- a temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. Later, explore Daranghati Wildlife Sanctuary. You will be able to spot pheasants such as Monal, Tragopan, Koklas and Kalij. Also some of the common animals found here are Musk deer, Goral and Thar.
Enjoy a joy ride and after a thrilling day return back to the accommodation for a restful night in Sarahan Village.
After breakfast, proceed for Kalpa. A town nestled between the snow capped mountains offering spectacular views. Visit the Brelengi Gompa, Chandika Devi Temple and Narayan Nagini Temple. You might also get a glimpse of Kinnaur Kailash if lucky.
Overnight stay in Kalpa.
This morning after breakfast, head out to an uber scenic town close to Tibetan border- Sangla. It is also the gateway to the last village on Indian-Tibetan border, Chitkul. After arrival and check in into a warm and cozy guesthouse proceed to visit a monastery nearby, Kamru Fort, Bering Nag Temple and a Tibetan wood carving centre. Rest of the day is free for you to indulge in an utter pleasure of exploring on your own after breakfast. You may choose to hike, mountain climbing, rappelling, river crossing, etc. or go for an excursion to Baspa Dam at your own expense.
Overnight stay in Sangla.
This morning after breakfast is free for you to explore the surroundings on your own. You may choose to hike, mountain climbing, rappelling, river crossing, etc. or go for an excursion to Chitkul, Baspa Dam at your own expense.
Overnight stay in Sangla.
After breakfast, proceed for Kalpa to meet a local family for lunch. Later, proceed for Kinnaur. The town is famous for its apples and seasonal citrus fruits. On arrival, check in and visit the Kamru Fort followed by a short walking tour of the village.
Overnight stay in Kinnaur.
This morning after breakfast the day is free for you to spend as you may like. You may choose to hike towards one of the several peaks, explore the Robber’s cave, visit nearby temples and monasteries or simply relax and enjoy nature’s beauty from the comforts of your accommodation.
Overnight stay in Kinnaur.
Today after breakfast we will proceed further to Nako Village. On arrival, check in and unwind in the pristine environment. You may choose to take a hike to Nako lake. Later, visit the Nako Gompa and enjoy a walking tour of the village. Located on the Indo-China border, the village is less or not accessible during peak winters. Meet a local family for home cooked lunch and learn about traditional cuisine and culture. Rest of the time is free. You may opt for guided hiking or simply relax.
Overnight stay in Nako.
This morning after breakfast, we will head further north across the Spiti river to the town of Tabo. Inaccessible during winters, this quiet town is home to Tabo caves- an archaeological heritage site and Tabo Monastery. After arrival and check in, visit these and spend the rest of the time at leisure. You may choose to hike and witness magical sunset views in the evening.
Overnight stay in Tabo.
After breakfast, proceed to the gem of a place in Spiti valley alongside the bank of river Spiti-Kaza. On arrival, check in and get ready for a full day of adventurous exploration. Visit the Langza Buddha Statue, the local market of Kaza, Sakya Tangyud Monastery and the cold desert of the valley.
Overnight stay in Kaza.
Today after breakfast we will head off to Batal- gateway to Chandrataal. After arrival and check in, proceed for a short drive further and approximately 2 kilometers of trek to witness the pristine lake-Chandratal.
Spend some leisurely time here and head back to Batal for overnight stay in a guesthouse.
This morning after breakfast, we will drive to Manali. After arrival and check in, visit the Hadimba Temple, Manu Temple and enjoy a walking tour on Mall Road. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Manali.
After breakfast head towards the very impressive Rohtang Pass. The day is filled with activities of so much thrill and excitement. Walk through the pine trees, play on snow, witness old architecture and lose yourself in the lap of nature.
Later, we will drive to Mandi for an overnight stay.
We will drive to another quaint town located beside the lake after breakfast, Rewalsar. Spell binding views and mist laden sir awaits your arrival. After arrival, check in and visit Gurudwara Rewalsar Sahib, Rewalsar Monastery and Guru Rinpoche statue. Spend rest of the time walking beside the lake, going for a hike, exploring the local market or simply unwinding in the warmth of the hotel.
Overnight stay in Rewalsar.
Another day of fairly long drive after breakfast. Enjoy the scenes of countryside, the mountains and rivers and several small villages with apple and orange orchards until we arrive in Dharamshala. On arrival, check in and rest well for a thrilling day tomorrow.
Overnight stay in Dharamshala.
Wake up to see spectacular views of the Dhauladhar range and enjoy breakfast. Later, visit the Norbulingka Monastery and the Doll Museum, Dharamshala stadium, St. John Church, H.H. Dalai Lama’s residence, Bhagsunag Temple and Waterfall. You may choose to spend the rest of the time shopping for Tibetan artefacts or trying Tibetan cuisine.
Overnight stay in Dharamshala.
Today after breakfast we will drive to a lesser visited tea estate hill town of Palampur. Enjoy spectacular views of the majestic Himalayas enroute and in Palampur. After arrival and check in, head out for a walking tour. Later, visit a tea garden and Jakhni Mata Temple. Learn about the art of cultivating and plucking tea leaves. Enjoy a perfectly and freshly brewed cup of tea. Spend the rest of the day as you may please. Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Palampur.
Today after breakfast we will enjoy a full day excursion to Bir-Billing. Enroute, visit Zabsang Choekhorling Monastery. You are free to explore the adventurous side of you by trying paragliding or short hike around.
After a fun-filled day return back to Palampur for an overnight stay.
After breakfast, step out for a tea garden visit and later to Jakhni Mata Temple. Learn about the art of cultivating and plucking tea leaves. Enjoy a perfectly and freshly brewed cup of tea. Spend the rest of the day as you may please.
Later, in the evening we will head back to Delhi by overnight drive.
On arrival in Delhi, bid goodbyes. Trip ends with happy memories.
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