Himachal Prades, the land of “Snowcapped” & “Unmoving” thus, describing the “Snowladen Mountains province”)[16] is a state in the northern part of India. Situated in the Western Himalayas, it is one of the eleven mountain states and is characterized by an extreme landscape featuring several peaks and extensive river systems. Himachal Pradesh shares borders with the union territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to the north, and the states of Punjab to the west, Haryana to the southwest, and Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh to the south.
Tourism in Himachal Pradesh is a major contributor to the state’s economy and growth. The Himalayas attracts tourists from all over the world. Hill stations like Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Chamba, Khajjiar, Kullu and Kasauli are popular destinations for both domestic and foreign tourists. The state also has many important Hindu pilgrimage sites with prominent temples like Naina Devi Temple, Bajreshwari Mata Temple, Jwala Ji Temple, Chintpurni, Chamunda Devi Temple, Baijnath Temple, Bhimakali Temple, Bijli Mahadev and Jakhoo Temple. Manimahesh Lake situated in the Bharmour region of Chamba district is the venue of an annual Hindu pilgrimage trek held in the month of August which attracts lakhs of devotees. The state is also referred to as “Dev Bhoomi” (literally meaning Abode of Gods) due to its mention as such in ancient Hindu texts and occurrence of a large number of historical temples in the state.
Himachal is also known for its adventure tourism activities like ice skating in Shimla, paragliding in Bir Billing and Solang valley, rafting in Kullu, skiing in Manali, boating in Bilaspur and trekking, horse riding and fishing in different parts in the state. Shimla, the state’s capital, is home to Asia’s only natural ice-skating rink.
Spiti Valley in Lahaul and Spiti District situated at an altitude of over 3000 metres with its picturesque landscapes is an important destination for adventure seekers. The region also has some of the oldest Buddhist Monasteries in the world.
Himachal hosted the first Paragliding World Cup in India from 24 to 31 October in 2015. The venue for the paragliding world cup was Bir Billing, which is 70 km from the tourist town Macleod Ganj, located in the heart of Himachal in Kangra District. Bir Billing is the centre for aero sports in Himachal and considered as best for paragliding. Buddhist monasteries, trekking to tribal villages and mountain biking are other local possibilities.
On arrival Chandigarh, get transferred to Shimla.
Check-in hotel.
Shimla: 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; it is surrounded by pine deodar, oak and rhododendron forests. Shimla offers a variety of shopping, sport and entertainment activities.
Evening free for own activity
Overnight stay at Shimla
After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Sangla Valley. The journey will be continued through via Rampur.
On arrival check in at hotel.
The Sangla valley is also known as the BaspaSangla valley, after river Baspa which flows through the valley and it is the part of Kinnaur valley.
Evening free for own activity
Overnight stay Sangla
After breakfast proceed to Chitkul (20 km / 1 hr journey).
Chitkul is the last village on Indian side on the Indo–Tibetan border. The landscapes are stunning.
Later transfer to Nako
On arrival, check-in Homestay.
Overnight stay at Nako.
After breakfast check-out from hotel and visit the sacred lake of Nako and transfer to Gue village which is 40 Kms away from Nakko.
Gue monastery is situated in a remote part of Spiti valley at a height of about 10,000ft. ITBP controls the area due to its proximity to Indo-China border.
It is famous for the only naturally mummified body found in our country. The shrunken body belongs to the Lama [monk] Sangha Tenzin sitting in a yogic posture. The process of self-mummification is practiced among Buddhist monks known as Sokushinbutsu and several such mummies are found in Tibet and Japan and several countries of Eastern Asia,
Later visit Dhangkar Monastery(70km from Gue village)- Dhankar Gompa is a village and a Gompa, a Buddhist temple in the district of Lahaul and Spiti in India. It is situated at an elevation of 3,894 meters (12,774 feet) in the Spiti Valley above Dhankar Village, between the towns of Kaza and Tabo.
The complex is built on a 1000-foot (300-metre) high spur overlooking the confluence of the Spiti and Pin Rivers - one of the world's most spectacular settings for a gompa. Dhang or dang means cliff, and kar or khar means fort. Hence Dhangkar means fort on a cliff.
Later transfer to Kaza (40km from Dhangkar)
On arrival, check-in hotel.
Overnight stay at Kaza
After breakfast transfer Mud Village (Pin Valley).
A green patch of land among the deserted mountains of Spiti is something which is amazing to visit. Mud village is one of the remotest villages of Pin Valley. Having a population of around 150-200 people. It is the starting or ending point of the famous Pin-Bhaba or Pin-Parvati trek.
The road to Mud bifurcates from the road linking Tabo and Kaza. 50kms from Kaza, Spiti's largest town. A drive of 33kms from that bifurcation till Mud Village. Mud is also known as the land of Snow Leopard and Ibex. In winters, the temperatures often drop below -10c. In this period the Snow Leopards comes near the village in search of food and shelter.
Later in evening back to Kaza.
Overnight stay at Kaza
After breakfastchek-out from hotel and ransfer to langza.
Langza Village is primarily dominated by the statue of Lord Buddha, overlooking the valley, an ancient monastery, and mud houses that the tourists can see during their visit in the village. Visitors can also take a trail to few high-altitude lakes around Langza and indulge in adventurous activities like mountaineering and trekking. This place is very rich in fossils of marine animals and plants that were found here millions of years ago and therefore many geologists and anthropologists visit the village each year to do research and to dig out more details about the fossils.
Spiti Valley is said to have submerged in the Tethys Sea millions of years ago and one can catch a glimpse of the prehistoric era in Tangza eventill date. This is the reason archaeologists and historians love visiting this place.
Hikkim: Located at around 6km southwards of Langza, on the way to route to Komic, the tiny hamlet of Hikkim is known for being the home of the highest post office in the world, lying at an altitude of 4440 m (14567 feet) above the sea level (listed in the Limca Book of Records also). At the first glance, you might mistake Hikkim for being an extension of Langza or Komic as this village too is bowl-shaped and equally tranquil.
Komik: Komik Village is famous for LundupTsemo Gompa Buddhist Monastery. It is believed that the monastery has 'Matrey Buddha,' or 'the future Buddha,' who looks after the wellbeing of the people of Komik Village. It is also famous for being the highest motorable Buddhist monastery in the world, visited by bikers and travel enthusiast from all over the world. The 14th century monastery has a fortified castle made of slanted mud walls, representing the murals, scriptures, and arts belonging to the bygone era.
It is said that even before the monastery was being made, it was already told in Tibet that a monastery in the shape of the eye of Snowcock would be built in a mountainous region in Spiti. Thus, the place was called Komik or Koumik, where 'Ko' stands for Snowcock and 'Mik' means eye.
Visit Key Monestryemroute drive to Kibber.
Next was drive to Kibberwhich earlier held the world record of being highest village (4,200 mtrs) in world connected with road. Nothing much to see or do here except for the satisfaction of having visited such high-altitude village. Kibber village which is among the biggest villages in LahaulSpiti region and situated at an altitude of 4250 meters.
On arrival Kibber, check-in to Homestay.
Overnight at Kibber.
We will leave early next morning and drive up to Chandratal Lake.
Enjoy your afternoon at camp viewing half-moon lake, Chandra Taal (meaning the Lake of the Moon). The name of the lake originates from its crescent shape. It is situated at an altitude of about 4,300metres (14,100ft) in the HimalayasMountains of scree overlook the lake on one side, and a magnificent cirque presents a view on the other.Chandra Tal is situated in the Spiti part of the Lahul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh (India).
Overnight in the camp at Chandratal lake.
After breakfast transfer to Manali via Rohtang pass.
On arrival Manali check-in the hotel.
Evening is free for personal activity.
Overnight at Manali.
After breakfast check-out from the hotel.
Proceed for local sightseeing of Manali.
Evening board overnight bus to Delhi.
On arrival Delhi, tour gets over with a blissful memory.
On arrivalDelhi, pick up and transfer to Shimla.
Shimla: 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; it is surrounded by pine deodar, oak and rhododendron forests. Shimla offers a variety of shopping, sport and entertainment activities.
Evening free for own activity
Overnight stay in the hotel
Today morning after breakfast visit Kufri, a 30 Minutes’ drive from Shimla; 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 and a very popular ski resort during the winter months.
Later take a walking tour of Shimlaand visit the Jakhoo hills whichoffers panoramic views of the Shimla town, Vice-regal lodge, Mall road,Lakkar Bazaar etc.
Later in the evening back to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Shimla
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Manali.
Enroute visit Kullu – the Valley of God.
Manali: at the northern end of the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, is a hill station situated at a height of 2050 m (6398 ft.) in the Himalayas. It is a popular tourist spot for Indians in summer and a magical, snow-covered place in winter. A staging point for several treks and sports such as white-water rafting, Rohtang pass which is main attraction near Manali.
Arrive at Manali and check in the hotel, Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
After early breakfast visit to excursion Solang Valley.
Solang Valley is 15kms from Manali and famous for Skiing and adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing etc.Summers or winters, this place never fails to fascinate the visitors. Summer offers enchanting greenery all around whereas the winters are blessed with amazing snowfalls.While visiting Solang Valley one should also try their hands on adventure activities as it isone of best place for adventures near Manali.
Winter Note: During Snowfall Solang valley sightseeing point will be covered if weather,road condition is clear and possibilities of vehicle to reach there, otherwise sightseeing up toBarrier Point will be provided.
Please Note: Adventure activities at Solang, will be at your own risk and cost.
Return to Manali in afternoon, and free time to explore surrounding or you may proceed to local markets on your own.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
Note: Rohtang pass is closed on every Tuesday and during snowfall months/days. NGT(National Green Tribunal) has also limited the number of vehicles visiting Rohtang pass in aday. Thus, this sightseeing will be subject to permit obtained on the spot and extra cost(Permit + Vehicle charges)to be paid directly by the guest.
After breakfast proceed to visitHadimba temple, the 450 years old Hadimba Devi Temple, the oldest temple in Manali. Later visit VashishtTemple, VanVihar, Club House, Tibetan market & Mall Road.
Evening back to Hotel and spend at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
After breakfast check out from hotel, drive to Chandigarh.
Later visit to Rock Garden, Rose Garden and Sukhna Lake (Depending upon the time availability)
Overnight stay at hotel in Chandigarh
Breakfast & check out from the hotel. Later transfer to airport to catch the fight back to your destination.
On arrivalChandigarh, pick up and transfer to Shimla.
Shimla: 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; it is surrounded by pine deodar, oak and rhododendron forests. Shimla offers a variety of shopping, sport and entertainment activities.
Evening free for own activity
Overnight stay in the hotel
Today morning after breakfast visit Kufri, a 30 Minutes’ drive from Shimla; 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 and a very popular ski resort during the winter months.
Later take a walking tour of Shimlaand visit the Jakhoo hills whichoffers panoramic views of the Shimla town, Vice-regal lodge, Mall road,Lakkar Bazaar etc.
Later in the evening back to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Shimla
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Manali.
Enroute visit Kullu – the Valley of God.
Manali: at the northern end of the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, is a hill station situated at a height of 2050 m (6398 ft.) in the Himalayas. It is a popular tourist spot for Indians in summer and a magical, snow-covered place in winter. A staging point for several treks and sports such as white-water rafting, Rohtang pass which is main attraction near Manali.
Arrive at Manali and check in the hotel, Rest of the day is at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
After early breakfast visit to excursion Solang Valley.
Solang Valley is 15kms from Manali and famous for Skiing and adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing etc.Summers or winters, this place never fails to fascinate the visitors. Summer offers enchanting greenery all around whereas the winters are blessed with amazing snowfalls.While visiting Solang Valley one should also try their hands on adventure activities as it isone of best place for adventures near Manali.
Winter Note: During Snowfall Solang valley sightseeing point will be covered if weather,road condition is clear and possibilities of vehicle to reach there, otherwise sightseeing up toBarrier Point will be provided.
Please Note: Adventure activities at Solang, will be at your own risk and cost.
Return to Manali in afternoon, and free time to explore surrounding or you may proceed to local markets on your own.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
Note: Rohtang pass is closed on every Tuesday and during snowfall months/days. NGT(National Green Tribunal) has also limited the number of vehicles visiting Rohtang pass in aday. Thus, this sightseeing will be subject to permit obtained on the spot and extra cost(Permit + Vehicle charges)to be paid directly by the guest.
After breakfast proceed to visitHadimba temple, the 450 years old Hadimba Devi Temple, the oldest temple in Manali. Later visit VashishtTemple, VanVihar, Club House, Tibetan market & Mall Road.
Evening back to Hotel and spend at leisure.
Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
After breakfast check out from hotel, drive to Dharamshala.
Dharamshala is a beautiful and peaceful town spread at different levels and surrounded by snow covered dhauladhar ranges.
Proceed to McLeod Ganj to visit world famous Dalai lama temple, shopping in Tibetan market. It is the buddhist capital of the Tibetan government in exile.
On arrival Dharamshala check into the hotel. Evening is free.
Overnight stay at hotel in Dharamshala
after breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed drive to Dalhousie.
Dalhousie is one of the most famous hill stations of Himachal Pradesh. It stretches itself leisurely through the five mountains, Kathlog, Potreyn, Terah, Bakrota and Bhangora. It was established by Lord Dalhousie in 1850, and there are many things that remind you of its colonial past.
On arrival Dalhousie and check into the hotel. Evening stroll down the local market.
Overnight in the hotel in Dalhousie
Breakfast at the hotel. after breakfast proceed for sightseeing of Khajjiar known as “mini switzerland”.
Khajjiaris famous for the green meadow surrounded by pine forest and cedar forest.
Back to Dalhousie and visit to Satdhara Falls, Panchpulaand Subhash Baoli.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Dalhousie.
Breakfast at hotel and check-out. proceed to Amritsar.
On arrival Amritsar, visit the Jallianwala Baugh.Jallianwala Bagh is a public garden in Amritsar in the Punjab state of India, which witnessed the Jallianwala BaghMassacre on April 13, 1919. Later visit Golden Temple.
Visit the Wagah Border in the evening. It is a famous tourist spot nowadays becauseof the famous beating retreat ceremony that is held every day before sunset. Almost 5,000 people visit the border to be a part of this ceremony. The flag ceremony is conducted by the Indian Border SecurityForce and Pakistan Rangers.
Overnight at hotel in Amritsar.
After breakfast drop at Amritsar airport/ rly stn. for your onward Journey.
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