Day 1: DELHI /CHANDIGARH - SHIMLA (350 KM, approx. 7 -8 Hours)

On reaching Chandigarh or Delhi, representatives of NIBT Holidays will transfer you to Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, which was once the summer capital of the British rulers. On the way you will see the Mughal charm by stopping at Pinjore Garden. Keep moving towards Shimla and once you reach, check-in at your hotel and take a rest or if time permits, take a tour of Shimla Mall Road and nearby places. Watch the mighty Himalayas as the sun sets. Come back to the hotel to have dinner and have a great time with your family on the first night in Himachal.

Day 2: SHIMLA - KUFRI SIGHTSEEING

Enjoy a delicious and nutritious breakfast and prepare to visit Kufri, one of the popular tourist attractions in Shimla. Kufri is situated at an altitude of 2622 m above sea level and is the best ski resort in winter. In the summer, it turns into a famous tourist picnic spot. It offers an impressive view of the Himalayas. On your way to Kufri, visit Green Valley, WildFlower Hall, Indira Holiday Home and Fagu. After that visit the Indian Institute of Advanced Study. In the evening you are free to shop or stroll around The Ridge, which is adorned with Gothic structures, shops and restaurants. You can also visit the popular Christ Church and visit the holy Jakhu Temple with the largest Hanuman statue in India.

Today the second day of your Himachal tourism package ends. Dine at the hotel in the evening and take a restful sleep in the serene surroundings of Shimla.

Day 3: SHIMLA - MANALI (285 KM, approx. 7- 8 Hours)

After enjoying a delicious breakfast in Shimla, check out from the hotel and head towards the enchanting hill station of Manali. On your way to Manali, visit Sunder Nagar Lake, Hanogi Devi Temple, Mandi, Manikaran Sahib and Kasol (as time permits.) On arrival in Manali, check-in at your hotel and enjoy a sumptuous dinner at the hotel restaurant. Stay in your room overnight. 

Day 4: MANALI LOCAL CITY TOUR (4 - 5 HRS)

After breakfast, proceed for the city tour of Manali which includes- Hadimba Devi Temple (built in 1553 AD this temple is dedicated to Hadimba Mata, the most important deity of Himachal), Van Vihar, Club House, Monastery, Old Manali In the evening you will be free to visit Manali's Mall Road and IBEX Market overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: MANALI –SOLANG VALLEY / ROHTANG PASS

This morning post breakfast, take a trip to Solang Valley where you can admire the picturesque sights around and enjoy various thrilling adventure activities at your expense. As winter approaches, the same Solang valley takes the shape of a snowy blanket, thus making a perfect scene for many snow activities such as: cable car, paragliding, horse riding, mountain biking, etc.

Please Note: Excursions to Rohtang Pass, Gulaba View, Atal Tunnel, Rani Nala, Marhi etc (subject to NGT permission) at an additional cost as per the rates of the Local Taxi Union.

Day 6: MANALI – DHARAMSHALA (250 KMS)

Start the 6th day of the Himachal tour package with a delicious breakfast in Manali. After that check out from the hotel and proceed towards Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj. Drive past the picturesque Kullu Valley, Palampur Tea Garden, Baijnath, and Chamunda Devi Temple. On reaching Dharamsala, check in at your hotel and spend the rest of the day relaxing. Enjoy Dinner & Stay at Dharamsala Hotel. 

Day 7: DHARAMSHALA - DALHOUSIE (120 KMS)

The seventh day of your Himachal tour package will begin with a delicious breakfast in Dharamsala today. After breakfast check out from the hotel and visit Little Lhasa, McLeod Ganj, St. John in the Wilderness and nearby tourist places and click some pictures. Afterwards enjoy the soothing Dal Lake and Dhaula Dhar. Upon reaching Dalhousie, the mini-Switzerland of India, complete the check-in formalities and relax. Treat yourself to a sumptuous dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 8: DALHOUSIE & KHAJJIAR SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast at the hotel on Day 8 of Himachal Tour, embark on an exciting sightseeing tour of Khajjiar, the mini-Switzerland of India. Admire the lush green meadows surrounded by deodar trees and the surrounding beauty of a sparkling pond in the middle of Khajjiar.

Come back to your hotel in the evening and spend your leisure time. You can also choose to shop at local markets. After dinner at the hotel, stay overnight in your comfortable hotel room.

Day 9: DALHOUSIE - AMRITSAR - WAGAH BORDER (260 km)

Today is the ninth day of your Himachal tour. Enjoy a refreshing breakfast at the Dalhousie Hotel before taking this tour package further to Amritsar. Check out from the hotel and drive towards Amritsar. After reaching Amritsar, complete the check-in formalities at the hotel and later be a part of the flag hoisting ceremony at the Wagah border, India-Pakistan border. Come back to the hotel after witnessing the bravery of the heroes of India. Dinner and Rest at Amritsar Hotel

Day 10: AMRITSAR SIGHTSEEING - DELHI / CHANDIGARH DROP (460 Km 8 to 9 Hrs)

Today is the tenth and last day of the Himachal Bliss tour. After breakfast check out from the hotel and take a sightseeing tour of Amritsar during which you will visit the iconic and sacred Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh, where the massacre by General Dyer took place. After sightseeing, you can also enjoy shopping in the colorful local markets of Amritsar. Later in the day, drive to Delhi/Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station and continue your homebound journey.

This tour plan has been prepared by the experts of NIBT Holidays but you can modify it for more or less days as per your convenience. For an accurate travel plan, give details of your arrival and departure city, date, time, number of passengers etc.