Vaishno Devi Manali Shimla Tour Package

Delhi – Shimla 2N - Manali 3N – Dharamshala 1N – Vaishnodevi 2N - Amristar 1N - Chandigarh(11 Nights / 12 Days)

DAY 01 : DELHI
On arrival at Delhi Airport – Capital of India . Meet and Greet by company representative. Transfer to . Upon check in Hotel . Refresh yourself . Proceed to visit Akshardham Temple - Swaminarayan Akshardham has the largest temple complex in India was built in 2005. Devoted to Bhagwan Swaminarayan and the avatars of Hinduism. Passing through India Gate , Parliament. In evening enjoy Musical Fountain Show at Akshardham . Return to Hotel . Dinner and Overnight at Delhi .


DAY 02 : DELHI – SHIMLA ( 320 KMS/ 9 HOURS )
After breakfast at Hotel . Precede to Shimla appox 320 kms/ 9 Hours journey – Capital of Himachal Pradesh and known summer capital in pre-Independence India. Pass through nestled amidst the gorgeous hills and verdant forests. En route stop at Kausali often described as a hiker's paradise. pleasant weather and awesome scenic view of mountain with Lush green forest . After Lunch at Kausali proceed to Shimla approx 80 kms/ Approx 3 Hours . Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Shimla Hotel.

DAY 03 : SHIMLA – KUFURI
After Breakfast at the hotel. Later you will be taken for an excursion to Kufri approx 13 Km from Shimla situated at 2501 meters height from sea level .it's famous for beautiful landscape. You will pass through thick pine forest . Later proceed to Naldehra - it has a British time 09 hole Golf Course, one of the oldest Golf courses in India . You have option for pony ride enjoy the picturesque beauty of this site will leave you awestruck. Afternoon return back to Shimla . After Lunch visit Viceregal Lodge also known as Indian Institute of Advance Studies ( Monday closed ) . Jakhoo temple –it is an is an ancient temple dedicated to Hindu God Hanuman . The world's largest Hanuman statue from here you will get a panoramic view of the Shivalik mountain. In Evening visit famous The Mall - it is a famous market of Shimla town enjoy shopping . Indian Coffee House in Shimla is an old and legendary restaurant and , Beekays was one place that offered quick snack and junk food scandal point the Mall. ( All time Favorite Chicken burger, Sausages burger and salami burgers. Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Shimla Hotel.


DAY 04 : SHIMLA – MANALI
After Breakfast at the hotel. Later you will make your journey to Manali approx 260 kms / 8 Hours . Manali is an important hill station of Himachal Pradesh, India located at an altitude of 2050 meter from sea level, is situated along the banks of the Beas river. Surrounded by massive snow capped mountains and dense pinewood forests .the picturesque charm and amazing. Attract honeymoon and family summer vacation.
While driving to Manali, enjoy the scenic beauty of enchanting Himalayas and top at places for photographs like Sutlej River, Sunder Nagar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Beas River and Kullu Valley. You can stop and visit a beautiful temple of Basheshwar Mahadev temple at Bajaura, few kilometers before reaching Kullu town. Upon arrival in Manali, check in at the hotel. Rest of the day is free . Overnight stay will be at Manali Hotel.

DAY 05 : MANALI – ROHTANG PASS - MANALI
After breakfast at the hotel . Proceed to Rohtang Pass approx 2 Hours / 55 kms on the highway to Keylong/Leh. The best time to visit during summer season in the month May to June. En-route Rahtang pass visit Nehru Kund water spring scenic spot named after the Late Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru . Kothi (12km) is a picturesque village and has a thrilling view of the deep gorge through which the Beas swiftly races. And beautiful waterful Rahala. ( Upto Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to Snow Fall).|You have option a lot adventure activities mountain biking , snow scooter and skiing . Enjoy panoramic view of glaciers and Peak Mountain .


DAY 06 : MANALI -SOLANG VALLEY- MANALI
Breakfast at Hotel . Visit Solang Valley one of popular tourist destinations on the way to Rohtang from Manali. It is lies between Solang village and Beas Kund. Offers beautiful views of the snow capped mountain peaks and alluring glaciers. In winter season , Solang valley becomes a skiing paradise of all ages enjoy sliding and slipping first white snow. In the summer season, you option adventure activities zorbing, parachuting, horse riding and paragliding and Later visiting Hadimba Devi Temple - built in the tranquil and serene woods, Vashist Bath, Tibetan Monastery and Local Markel Mall Road . Dinner and overnight stay will be at Manali.

DAY -7: MANALI TO DHARMSHALA (250 KMS. / 7 HRS.)
After breakfast proceed to Dharmshala approx 280 /10 Hours drive passing magnificent Mountain roads. Dharamshala is popular hill station located at Kangra valley in Himachal Pradesh surrounded by dense pine trees, deodar forests, numerous streams and a cool healthy atmosphere. Headquarters of His Holiness The Dalai Lama.
En- route visit Baijnath famous ancient temple of Lord Shiva and further proceed to Palampur - The tea capital of North India surrounded by tea plantations and rice fields at the foot of the Dhauladhar range. , It is known for its scenic beauty set amidst high pine and oak trees. On arrival at Dharmshala . Check into Hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at Dharmshala .

DAY 08: DHARAMSHALA - KATRA (APPROX. 250 KMS / 07 HRS DRIVE)
Breakfast at the hotel. Later go for a sightseeing of Dharamshala visiting Dalai Lama Temple complex, St. John's Church, Norbulingka institute. Later you will be driven to Katra, approx. 07 hrs drive. Katra - lying in the foot of Trikuta Mountains for visiting the famous shrine of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi, which is approachable on foot along a 13 Kms . . Upon arrival check in at the hotel.. Rest of the day is free .Dinner and Overnight stay will be at Katra.


DAY 09: KATRA - VAISHNO DEVI SHRINE - KATRA
Early morning you will start your trek to the famous holy Vaishno Devi Shrine. The trek to the temple darbar is around 14 km. You have other option Pony or Palanquins and Helicopter service till Sanji Chhat. The main four points that you cross during the journey are Banganga, Adhkuwari, Saanjhi Chatt and finally the Bhawan or temple. Once inside the gufa or the cave, have Darshan of the Maa Vaishno Devi- residing in the form of 3 pindies (idols), depicting Ma Sarswati, Ma Kali and Ma Laxmi. Post-darshan, if you want you can buy Prasad. Later you will trek back to Katra. Overnight stay in Katra. .

DAY 10: KATRA – AMRITSAR
Breakfast at hotel precede to Amritsar approx 255 kms/ 5 Hours journey .The city is the spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh religion and is home to the Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple. Also an important hub of the freedom movement in India. On arrival at Amritsar .Upon check In to Hotel . Refresh yourself . In Evening visit Wagah border. The guard changing ceremony every evening in the India- Pakistan border is the highlight of the area. Later enjoy authentic Punjabi Cuisine in dinner you can try Amritsari Naan which can be found in the local dhabas. Overnight stay in Amritsar


DAY 11:AMRITSAR - CHANDIGARH
Breakfast at Hotel. Morning visit Golden Temple also known as Sri Harmandir Sahib Gurudawar has a unique Sikh architecture. Gold plating that covers most of its surface. Later proceeds to visit Jallianwala Bagh known for the massacre commissioned by General Dyer, during the British Rule. After lunch proceed to chandigharh appox 230 kms/4.30 hours drive. . Chandigarh is the 1st planned modern city of India designed by the French architect Le Corbusier. On arrival check in hotel.Restof the day is free .Dinner at hotel. Overnight stay in Chandigarh .

DAY 12 :CHANDIGARH - DELHI (240 KMS 5 HRS)
After breakfast at Hotel .Check out hotel. If time allows us Visit Chandigarh sightseeing Rose Garden, Rock Garden, Lake. Depart for Delhi. On arrival drop at Railway station / Airport.