Himachal Heritage Tour

Duration:

09 Nights / 10 Days

Destination Covered:

Chandigarh-Nalagarh-Chail-Shimla-Manali-Palampur-Dharamshala-Pragpur-Chandigarh

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
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Tour Description

Overview

Himachal Pradesh is famous for its abundant natural beauty surrounded by western Himalayas. It is the home of major hill stations of India. Our package ‘The Himachal Heritage Tour’ will give you the experience of the rich flora and fauna of the region along with the panoramic view of the lush green landscape. While exploring the places you will fell the real essence of cultural heritage of the State. We have included some major tourist attractions like Kali Ka Tibba and the Chail Wildlife Sanctuary at Chail. This tour also suites to the adventure enthusiasts, who can enjoy skiing and hiking at Kufri and Solang Nallah that is famous for adventure activities such as Rappelling, Zorbing, Rock Climbing and Para-Gliding.  

Itinerary

Day 1: Chandigarh - Nalagarh (By road 55kms/01hrs)

After arriving at Chandigarh Railway station / Aiport, meet our representative, proceed transfer to Nalagarh by road. Enjoy the spectacular view of the place while driving to Nalagarh.  It is a gateway to Himachal Pradesh located on a hillock at the foothills of the great Himalayas affording a stunning view of the Shivalik hills beyond the Sirsa River. The renowned fort of Nalagarh was one the capital of  Chandela Rajputas ,Kingdom of Hindur,  On Arrival at Nalagarh, proceed for hotel, check-in at your hotel. Evening free for leisure dinner. 

Overnight in Nalagarh .

Day 2: Nalagarh - Chail (By road 130kms/02hrs)

After early morning breakfast, procced for Chail by road. A tiny town spread over three hills – Pandhawa, Rajgahrh and Siddh Tibba. Chail was built by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala after the British banned him from Shimla. It is located at the height of 2,250 meters above the sea level. On arrival at Chail by afternoon. Check-in at your hotel. After refreshment, proceed to visit the major tourist attractions such as Kali Ka Tibba, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary and the Chail Cricket Ground which is the world’s highest cricket ground. Evening enjoy with delicious dinner.

Overnight in Chail.

Day 3: Chail - Shimla (By road 40kms/01hrs)

After breakfast, proceed to Shimla by road. Stop midway to visit Kufri. A small hill station that is famous for skiing, hiking and its picturesque surroundings. After exploring the Kufri for a while resume your drive to Shimla. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. Post lunch, proceed for half-day city tour. Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Shimla - Manali

After early morning breakfast, star the journey towards to Manali. En route visit the Sundernagar Lake, Kullu valley and Pandoh Dam which is surrounded by the spectacular view of snowcapped mountains with lush green landscapes. Check in to the hotel.

Overnight in Manali.

Day 5: Manali - Rohtang Pass- Manali (Excursion Trip)

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Rohtang Pass, located 51 km from Manali, 3978 meters high, which for centuries was the gateway to the trading routes that led to Lahaul, Ladakh and Central Asia. From the crest of the pass, one can take in a sweeping panorama of Mountain Ranges, Pinnacles, precipitous cliffs, ridges, huge glaciers, moraine and deep ravines. Return to your hotel in the evening and rest of evening will be free for leisure. 

Overnight in Manali.

Day 6: Manali Sightseeing


After breakfast proceed for half day sightseeing, the highlight of the sightseeing is Hadimba Devi Temple and the Tibetan Monastery before proceeding to Vashisht village, just outside Manali, across the river Beas, known for its hot Sulphur springs whose water is said to have curative properties and Manu temple. Evening is free at leisure or explore the nearby places at your own.

Overnight in Manali.

Day 7: Manali - Palampur (By road 194 kms/05hrs)

After breakfast, proceed to  Palampur. Stop midway to visit the beautiful Jogindernagar Valley. The valleys of Palampur, in the lap of the Dhauladhars, are also peppered with stream that feed the mighty Beas, surrounded by lush green landscape. The tea plantation stays are on added attractions. On arrival in Palampur, Check-in at the hotel. Later in the day visit the famous tourist hotspots like Chauntra, the tea garden, Baijnath Shiva temple and the Chamunda Devi temple. 

Overnight in Palampur.

Day 8: Palampur - Dharamshala (By road 45kms/01hrs)

After breakfast proceed to Andretta Potteries. The center includes a craft shop selling mainly Himachali products, a cafeteria, an information room and an area for a proposed camping site. Here, tourists get the knowledge of very beautiful Kangra valley through this center. In the afternoon reach Palampur. After having lunch proceed to the Chinmaya Tapovan. In the evening arrive at Dharamshala. evening free for leisure.

Overnight in Dharamshala

Day 9: Dharamshala - Pragpur (By road 74kms/02hrs)

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing tour of Dharamshala. Visit major tourist attractions such as Kangra Art Museum, St. John's Church, Meclodganj Norbulingka institute, Dal Lake and Bhagsu Nag. Post lunch depart for Pragpur. Evening arrive at Pragpur.check-in at the hotel. evening free foe leisure at hotel.

Overnight in Pragpur.

Day 10: Pragpur - Chandigarh (By road 185kms/05hrs)

In the morning after breakfast proceed to Chandigarh and depart for the onward destination. We trust you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights :

  1.       Visit the major tourist attractions such as Kali Ka Tibba, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary at Chail
  2.       Explore world’s highest cricket ground at Chail.
  3.       Enjoy skiing and hiking at Kufri, the tiny chilly hill station.
  4.       Explore some of the picturesque places such as Sundernagar Lake, Kullu valley and Pandoh Dam.
  5.       Do some adventure sports activity such as Paragliding, Skiing and sledding in Rohtang Pass
  6.       Visit Solang Nallah which is renowed for Adventure Activities like Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Zorbing 
  7.      Guided tour to places like Vashist Temple, Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Van Vihar and Monastery
  8.       Visit major tourist attractions like Kangra Art Museum, St. John's Church in Dharamshala
  9.       Meclodganj Norbulingka institute, Dal Lake and Bhagsu Nag in Dharamshala

1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
3. Meals other than mentioned above.
4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
5. Still Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.
7. Medical Requirements on request.
8.  Service Tax as per government.
9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
 

Where Stay

Hotels Accommodations Envisaged:-

Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested:-

Destinations

 Deluxe  Hotel   

Premium Hotel

Luxury Hotel

Nalagarh

Nalagarh Heritage Resort /similar

Nalagarh Heritage Resort /similar

Nalagarh Heritage Resort /similar

Chail

Hotel United 21 / Similar

Hotel Toshali Royal View / Similar

Tarika Jungle Retreat / Similar 

Shimla

Hotel Shingar / Similar

Hotel East Bourn Resort and Spa / Similar

Radisson Jass Shimla / Similar

Manali

Hotel Whispering Valley / Similar

River Crescent Resort / Similar

Span Resort & Spa  / Similar

Palampur

Hotel Whispering Pines / Similar

WelcomHeritage Taragarh Palace / Similar

WelcomHeritage Taragarh Palace / Similar

Dharamshala

Anupam Resort /similar

Asia Health Resort/similar

Hotel Aveda/similar

 

Pragpur

WelcomHeritage Judge's Court /similar

WelcomHeritage Judge's Court /similar

WelcomHeritage Judge's Court /similar

Chandigarh

Hotel Diamond Plaza / Similar

Hotel Golden Palms /Similar

Hotel The Lalit Chandigarh /Similar

 

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