Destinations | Unexplored Himachal |
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Depature | Yes Required |
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Upon arrival; after clearing your immigration & customs; you will be met by our airport facilitation staff carrying placard of your name in visitor’s arrival hall. You will be greeted and transferred to your hotel with necessary assistance. (check in time 1400hrs) Overnight at hotel
Following breakfast transfer to railway station to connect train for Chandigarh. Assistance on arrival, proceed for the city tour of Chandigarh city: There are not many sites of historical importance in Chandigarh as this is one of the most modern cities in the country. A most important site in the city is the Rock Garden, the place that has been captured by millions of cameras. Rose Garden is another important landmark and a part of Leisure Valley, a garland of gardens that ornaments the city. Later start drive to Manali; upon arrival check in at your hotel. Overnight at hotel
Following breakfast visit MANALI: situated at the northern end of the Kullu Valley, Manali has spectacular views of snow capped peaks and wooded slopes. Manali offers marvellous walks through dappled orchards and fairy tale forests of Deodar. You will visit the Hadimba temple, standing tall among the stately Deodars. This ancient temple with its three level roofs looks like a pagoda and its lintel and door frame are of intricately carved wood. The market is crowded with interesting shops selling Tibetan carpets and crafts and the appetizing aroma of steaming noodles hangs about the little restaurants. The village of Manali is 2 kms away across scented meadows and a quaint bridge over the sparking stream. Also visit Vashisht Ashram – Vashisht was named after Rishi Vashisht one of the seven sages of Hindu. Legend has it that the saddened Rishi Vashisht after learning that his children were killed by Vishwamitra tried to commit suicide. But the river refused to kill him. The river was therefore named as Vipasha which literally means ‘freedom from bondage’. It was later shortened to Beas River. He began mediating and vowed to start his life anew. The Vashisht temple which exists even today is believed to be more than 4000 years. Also visit Naggar - is an ancient town in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It was once capital of the Kullu kingdom and is perhaps the most charming village in the valley today surrounded by the magnificent mountains, waterfalls and snow covered ranges. It is known for the impressive cultural heritage and rich architectural style. Overnight at hotel
Following breakfast visit MANALI: situated at the northern end of the Kullu Valley, Manali has spectacular views of snow capped peaks and wooded slopes. Manali offers marvellous walks through dappled orchards and fairy tale forests of Deodar. You will visit the Hadimba temple, standing tall among the stately Deodars. This ancient temple with its three level roofs looks like a pagoda and its lintel and door frame are of intricately carved wood. The market is crowded with interesting shops selling Tibetan carpets and crafts and the appetizing aroma of steaming noodles hangs about the little restaurants. The village of Manali is 2 kms away across scented meadows and a quaint bridge over the sparking stream. Also visit Vashisht Ashram – Vashisht was named after Rishi Vashisht one of the seven sages of Hindu. Legend has it that the saddened Rishi Vashisht after learning that his children were killed by Vishwamitra tried to commit suicide. But the river refused to kill him. The river was therefore named as Vipasha which literally means ‘freedom from bondage’. It was later shortened to Beas River. He began mediating and vowed to start his life anew. The Vashisht temple which exists even today is believed to be more than 4000 years. Also visit Naggar - is an ancient town in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It was once capital of the Kullu kingdom and is perhaps the most charming village in the valley today surrounded by the magnificent mountains, waterfalls and snow covered ranges. It is known for the impressive cultural heritage and rich architectural style. Overnight at hotel
Following breakfast drive to Shimla en-route visit Kullu. Upon arrival check in to your hotel. Overnight at Hotel
Morning visit Shimla: The Mall: All visitors to Shimla inevitably walk down the Mall, the main promenade that runs along the top of the ridge - a busy shopping area with old colonial buildings, souvenir shops and restaurants. Narrow cobble-stoned paths wind down to the middle and lower bazaars where tribal’s from the hills around gather to sell their quaint and colorful artifacts. At the top end of the Mall is the Scandal Point, a large open square with a view of the town - a favorite rendezvous for visitors and the local people. Vice regal Lodge: It once served as the seat of power, from a hillock west of Shimla. The imposing six-storey edifice, with its manicured gardens is today the institute for advanced studies. It overlooks the Shimla State Museum, which is a treasure trove of Pahari art and sculpture. St. Michael’s Cathedral: Situated on the Ridge, it is regarded as the second oldest church in north India and is known for its fine stained glass windows. Jakhoo Temple (2600 m): 2 km east of the city on the Jakhoo Hill is the small Jakhoo Temple. A top the highest point in Shimla, it keeps the visitors in constant company of the playful monkeys, who inhabit the environs of this Hanuman temple in hundreds. Overnight at Hotel