Himachal Tour

Day wise Trip Details:

Day 01 : Delhi - Nalagarh

Leave Delhi at 8 A.M. Reach Nalagarh Fort Resort at 1 P.M. Its a quality heritage resort at Nalagarh with A/c theme rooms. Day at leisure to pamper yourself at the resort - swimming, tennis, massages, visit the Mughal Gardens at Pinjore nearby. Overnight at Nalagarh Fort Resort.

Day 02 : Nalagarh - Manali

Leave at 8 A.M. Step into the Valley of Gods with the grandeur of Himalayas and Beas River. Reach Manali at 2 P.M. After settling into deluxe hotel, visit the four-tiered Hadimba Temple amidst deodhar trees. Imbibe the local ambience on the Mall, shop for souvenirs at the Tibetan / Hong Kong Market. Enjoy the evening at Van Vihar. Overnight at Manali.

Day 03 : Manali

Drive to the mighty snowbound Rohtang Pass - at 3979 mtrs - the gateway to Lahaul-Spiti valley. Revel in the breathtaking beauty of Kothi, Rahalla Falls and Marrhi en-route to Rohtang. Overnight at Manali.

Day 04 : Manali

Before lunch savour the picturesque Solang Valley with its rolling meadows, ski slopes (in winters) and paragliding activities (in summers), offering spectacular views. In the afternoon drive 22 kms to the beautiful heritage Naggar Castle, the old capital of Kullu. In Naggar is located, the Roerich Art Gallery museum, in a grove of deodhars with lovely views all around. It houses a collection of the paintings by the Russian artist. Naggar is very serene and picturesque. Overnight at Manali.

Day 05 : Manali - Dharamshala - Mcleodganj

After a leisurely breakfast, drive closer to the panoramic Dhauladhar ranges and upto the enchanting town of Dharamshala. After settling into the resort, explore the town, replete with Tibetan culture and the residence of His Holiness, The Dalai Lama. Overnight at Dharamshala.

Day 06 : Dharamshala

Imbibe the magic of the ‘White Ranges’ and of history and nature as much as you can while visiting the Tibetan Monastery, St. John’s church in the wilderness, Triund Peak, Dal lake, Naddi. Shop in the bazaar for Tibetan handicrafts in the evening. Overnight at Dharamshala.

Day 07 : Dharamsala – Khajjiar - Dalhousie

Leave at 12 Noon. Drive into the charming and sylvan environs of Khajjiar - Dalhousie by 4 P.M. After settling into the resort, try to catch the sunset across the mountain ranges. Overnight at Khajjiar - Dalhousie.

Day 08 : Khajjiar - Dalhousie

Flow thru a mesmerizing experience. The vast emerald green meadow of Khajjiar with its thick forested slopes of deodhars, the stupendous mountain views from Lakkar Mandi, the unparalleled beauty of Kalatope and Bakrota Round… Overnight at Khajjiar - Dalhousie.

Day 09 : Khajjiar - Dalhousie – Chandigarh - Kikar Lodge

(270 kms - 7 hours). Leave at 8 A.M. and reach destination in the late afternoon. Either stop at Chandigarh or choose to stay at Kikar Lodge. Kikar Lodge is nestled in the lower Shivaliks. Built in the middle of 1800 acres of private forest (safe, sans the big cats!), Kikar Lodge, is a lush enclave punctuated by a dozen cottages overlooking two large swimming pools, paths meandering through flower-beds, and an amphitheatre in the center of it all. It is closely enveloped by green hills. This is an upmarket resort with all modern amenities, myriad recreation facilities and a health spa. Overnight at Kikar Lodge - Chandigarh.

Day 10 : Kikar Lodge - Chandigarh

Relax and enjoy facilities of the resort with swimming and ayurvedic massages. Overnight at Kikar Lodge - Chandigarh.

Day 11 : Chandigarh - Kikar Lodge- Delhi

After a leisurely breakfast, depart from the resort at 11 A.M. Reach Delhi by the evening.