The hill retreats of Northern India have always been some of the most-visited destinations of India. Shimla, the erstwhile summer capital of the British is blessed with green pastures, snow-capped peaks and colonial structures. Manali is a beautiful hill station located in the Kullu Valley. It offers breathtaking views of snow capped mountains and forests. Chandigarh is one of the well-planned cities and boasts of several beautiful and well-maintained gardens, that are a treat to the eyes.
Itinerary (Shimla - Manali - Chandigarh)
Day 1: Delhi-Shimla
Arrive Delhi Airport/Railway Station & Transfer by road to Shimla (343 kms/8 hrs) former summer capital of British India & now a capital of Himachal Pradesh, set amidst the snow capped shivalik mountain ranges offering some stunning views of the mighty Himalayas, Arrive & check in the Hotel .Rest of the day is at leisure, Night stay in Shimla.
Day 2: Shimla-Kufri-Shimla
In the morning visit the Kufri a 30 Minutes drive from Shimla, an exotica of nature as a place surrounded by dense forest and snow caped mountains amidst virgin peaks and natures flora and fauna where one can completely relax and tune oneself for natural beauty, situated at an altitude of 2500 meters just an hours drive from Shimla and a very popular ski resort during the winter months. Later take a walking tour of Shimla &, visit the Jakhoo hills which, offers panoramic vies of the Shimla town, Vice-regal lodge Mall road, Night stay in Shimla.
Day 3: Shimla-Manali
Morning drive to Manali (285 kms / 7 hrs) a picture-perfect hill resort at an altitude of 1,929 metres. Set amidst pine-clad mountains, which gradually close in on both sides of the Beas and nestling in their shade, as though carved out of primeval forest, is a scattered hamlet, which comprises this picturesque summer resort. Arrive & check in the hotel. Rest of the evening is at leisure Night stay in Manali.
Day 4: Manali
Morning proceed for a sightseeing tour of Manali covering the 450 years old temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, which has some excellent woodcarving, Tibetan Monastery and a handicraft center. Rest of the day at leisure OR Enjoy walk to nearby picturesque village of Vashisht known for hot sulphur springs. Night stay in Manali.
Day 5: Manali
Morning proceed to visit the Solang Valley, which offers fine views of glaciers and snow, capped peaks. A place not to be missed is Rohtang Pass, 51 km from Manali at an altitude of 3978 meters (subject to weather conditions). Rest of the day is at leisure OR take a stroll down the Mall road, Night stay in Manali.
Day 6: Manali-Chandigarh
Morning check out from the Hotel & transfer by road to Chandigarh (276 kms/7-8 hrs).Enroute visit Kullu valley, celebrated as the valley of Gods. Arrive & transfer to hotel .Evening is at leisure, Night stay in Chandigarh.
Day 7: Chandigarh-Delhi
Morning check out from the Hotel & transfer by road to Delhi (256 kms/5 - 6 hrs) to board the flight for onward destination.
