Chetram Holidays welcomes you to experience a thrilling 8 Nights / 9 Days tour across the soul of Himachal Pradesh. On this tour, you can mix all these together to come up with the combination of scenic beauty, rich culture, and adventure moments. Whether it is the colonial elegance of the Shimla, the lush valley of Manali, the Tibetan inspired streets of Dharamshala and the hill town charm of Dalhousie and Khajjiar you will get to know why Himachal is one of the most popular travel destinations of India.Travel with a personal taxi, stay in selectively chosen hotels and explore leisurely so you can truly enjoy the beauty of the mountains. If you want to wander among apple orchards or drink tea along snowy mountains or plunge into colorful markets, this tour will be unforgettable to any traveller.
Reach Shimla and take accommodation at your hotel. Freshen up a bit and go out to enjoy an easy evening walk on Mall Road. There is a cool fresh air with a whiff of roasted corn and fresh buns from local bakeries. Visit The Ridge where you will find colonial style buildings which are illuminated on the landscape of the hills. Take a seat in a cafe and have a cup of hot tea, then get back to the hotel to have a warm dinner.
Commence the day’s activities following the morning breakfast at the Visited Christ Church, that is the historic landmark, known for its intricate stained-glass windows and serene ambiance. Then proceed to the Jakhoo Temple at the top, the giant Hanuman is guarding the city. The temple has panoramic scenes of valleys below. Due later, have a walk in Lakkar Bazaar, a vibrant marketplace of wooden handicrafts, winter garments, and souvenirs. Back to your hotel in the evening, settle down with a restaurant dinner.
This morning visit Kufri, a small picturesque hill station near Shimla just a half-hour drive away. Go to the Himalayan Nature Park where there are rare birds and other wildlife. Go on a horse ride to the highest point of Mahasu Peak or have some fun at the amusement park as long as you are adventurous. Kufri changes into a snow park during the winter season, when the snowfields are excellent to ski or construct snowmen. Take some time off and enjoy the mountain air and come back to Shimla to have dinner and stay overnight.
After breakfast check out and start on a beautiful journey to Manali. On the way, go through thick Kullu Valley known as Apple trees and pine-slope covered. Pay your visit to a local shawl weaving industry or attempt at river rafting (provided formerly is the season). This road moves along the Beas River which provides a picturesque view and lots of photo moments. Reach Manali in the evening, check in into your hotel and relax over dinner and then have a good night sleep.
Visit the major attractions of Manali after breakfast. Begin with Hadimba Temple, an anthropomorphic structure crowned with cedar forests. Then go to Manu Temple, the tranquil place that is devoted to Sage Manu. On to the Tibetan Monastery, banners of brightly colored prayer flags and detailed murals contain tales of religion and history. Spend the afternoon exploring Manali Mall Road, shopping or eating local delicacies. Hotel dinner and overnight stay.
Visit Solang Valley where you can have some fun activities like paragliding, zorbing or enjoy the spectacular view of the place by riding in the ropeway. Provided the weather allows, continue to the snow-covered fantasyland of Rohtang Pass, nearly an all year destination. Play in the snow, take photographs, or even look around in fascination at the high- altitude view. Evening: travel back to Manali, have your dinner and rest in your hotel.
Have breakfast and check out, head to Dharamshala, a peaceful town nestled amidst cedar trees. Upon arrival, see the Namgyal Monastery, a major hub of Tibetan religion and culture in the region. It is soothing because, together with the sound of the monks chanting, the peaceful nature makes it an easy place to be at. In the evening visit the local markets to get handicrafts, woolens and dine at your hotel.
Left after breakfast to Dalhousie, passing Khajjiar. One of the most beautiful places on the planet is Khajjiar or the Mini Switzerland of India, a meadow burrowed in the trees of pine and cedar and with snow peaks in the distance. Take a few hours and stroll on the green hills or indulge in light adventure sports such as zorbing. Move on to Dalhousie and live in the old world magic. Get into your hotel, have some dinner and sleep.
Have a leisure breakfast after which you check out of your hotel. And here your 8 Nights / 9 Days Sensational Himachal package by Chetram Holidays ends with lots of memorable memories of mountains, valleys and warm moments.
