Dharamshala, Dalhousie/Khajjiar, Manali (HP) INDIA
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Duration
08N/09D
Tour Type
Daily Tour
Group Size
11 people
Languages
English
HIGHLIGHTS
Day 01: Arrival Pathankot or Chakki Bank/ Dalhousie (90 kms/4 hrs)
Day 02: In Dalhousie
Day 03: Dalhousie/Khajjiar (25 kms)
Day 04: Khajjiar/ Dharamshala
Day 05: In Dharamshala
Day 06: Dharamsala/Manali (240 kms/ 8 hrs)
Day 07: In Manali
Day 08: In Manali
Day 09: Depart Manali / Chandigarh (300 kms/ 8 hrs)
Itinerary
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Day 01: Arrival Pathankot or Chakki Bank/ Dalhousie (90 kms/4 hrs
Meet on arrival at Pathankot station and drive to Dalhousie. On arrival check inn at hotel.
Rest of the day free to explore Surrounding of beautiful Dalhousie town.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: In Dalhousie
Today drive to Chamba , Chamba – The town of Chamba, stands on a plateau on the right bank of the Ravi river valley between Dhauladhar and Zanskar ranges south of the inner Himalayas.
This town was founded by Raja Sahil Varman when he conquered the lower Rani valley from the petty chiefs called Ranas and Thakurs in the beginning of 10th Century.
It seems the original name of the town was Champa as mentioned in Kalhan’s Rajtarangani. In the bansauli or genealogical rolls of the Chamba Rajas a reference occurs of place which was adorned with highly fragrant Champaka trees and guarded by Goddess Champavati or more popularly known as Chameshni.
The temple was built by Sahil Varman in the honour of his daughter Champavati who is worshipped as a goddess in Chamba.
Champavati temple became the family temple of the ruling family. In the evening return back to Dalhousie.
Rest of the day is at leisure excursion or enjoy a bustling shopping market.
Over night stay in Dalhousie.
Day 03: Dalhousie/Khajjiar (25 kms)
Today, drive to Khajjiar (also known as Mini Swiss), a scenic spot set amidst the backdrop of dense pines, deodars and lush green meadows.
Khajjiar is exquisitely nestled in the foothills of the imposing Dhauladhar ranges of the western Himalayas providing a panoramic and breathtaking view.
The rest of the day is at leisure to explore this picturesque town on your own.
Overnight in Khajjiar
Day 04: Khajjiar/ Dharamshala
Travel by surface from Khajjiar to Dharamshala .
On arrival check in at hotel.
Afternoon explore the small & beautiful Market of Dharamshala..
Overnight at hotel
Day 05: In Dharamshala
Morning half day tour visiting Norbulingka Institute and Kangra State Museum.
Afternoon a half day tour visiting Dalai Lama Temple, Bhagsunag Temple and St John’s church.
Evening free to explore Mc Leodganj market.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 06: Dharamsala/Manali (240 kms/ 8 hrs)
Travel by surface from Dharamsala (Mc Leodganj) to Manali.
On arrival check in at hotel. Evening .
Evening free to explore Manali market.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07: In Manali
Morning half day city tour visiting Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Tibetan Monastery and Vashisht Village.
Afternoon free to explore Manali market on own.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08: In Manali
A day excursion visiting Kothi, Gulaba, Marhi, Rohtang Pass (Up to Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Depart Manali / Chandigarh (300 kms/ 8 hrs)
Morning after an early breakfast at hotel drive to Chandigarh.
On arrival transfer to railway station to board evening Shatabdi express train to Delhi.
End of tour & our services.
Included/Excluded
Accommodation in mentioned or similar Hotel/camps (as per package option), on twin sharing.
MAP basis throughout (Room with Breakfast & dinner only) – number of meals are equal to number of nights.
All transfers & sightseeing as per mentioned itinerary by an independent vehicle ( vehicle not at disposal).
Presently applicable taxes.
Air Fare.
Any meals other than those specified in ‘Cost Includes’.
Entrance fees & Guide during sightseeing.
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Any other item not specified in ‘cost includes’
Durations
08N/09D
Languages
English
Tour's Location
Dharamshala, Dalhousie/Khajjiar, Manali (HP) INDIA
FAQs
Cost:
Pay minimum Rs. 5000/- per head to reserve your place & remaining balance have to pay 20 days before the trip.
