Himalayan Highlights

Price Starts at ₹ 12,13,000

Duration

06D / 05N

Temperature

10–25°C (varies by season & altitude)

Region

North India

Best Time

Mar – Jun & Sep – Dec

Currency

INR (Indian Rupee)

Capital

Shimla

Language

Hindi, English, Pahari dialects

Code

+91

Top Activity

Trekking, Skiing, Paragliding & Sightseeing

Day-Wise Itinerary

Option 1 - Shimla – Manali – Chandigarh

Day 1: Arrival in Shimla

  • Arrive at Chandigarh/Delhi and drive to Shimla through scenic Himalayan roads.
  • Check in at your hotel.
  • Evening walk at Mall Road & The Ridge for colonial architecture, cafes, and local markets.
  • Overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 2: Shimla Sightseeing + Kufri Excursion

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Visit Kufri for panoramic Himalayan views, Himalayan Zoo, and adventure activities.
  • Explore Jakhu Temple, Christ Church, and Lakkar Bazaar in Shimla.
  • Evening at leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 3: Shimla → Manali (Approx. 7–8 hrs)

  • Post breakfast, drive to Manali via the scenic Kullu Valley.
  • En route stop at Pandoh Dam, Hanogi Mata Temple, and Kullu for shopping or optional river rafting.
  • Check in at hotel and relax.
  • Overnight stay in Manali.

Day 4: Solang Valley / Rohtang Excursion

  • Visit Solang Valley for paragliding, zorbing, skiing (in winter), and ropeway rides.
  • Drive to Rohtang Pass (seasonal) for snow activities and stunning Himalayan views.
  • Return to hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Manali.

Day 5: Manali Local Sightseeing

  • Explore Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, and Vashisht Hot Springs.
  • Visit Tibetan Monastery and enjoy shopping at Manali Mall Road.
  • Evening free for leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Manali.

Day 6: Manali → Chandigarh + Departure

  • After breakfast, drive to Chandigarh.
  • Visit Rock Garden and Sukhna Lake if time permits.
  • Evening departure for onward journey.

Option 2 - Dharamshala – Dalhousie – Amritsar (Golden Triangle)

Day 1: Arrival in Dharamshala

  • Arrive in Dharamshala, nestled in the Dhauladhar ranges.
  • Check in at your hotel. Evening free for leisure.
  • Overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Day 2: Dharamshala Sightseeing

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Explore:
    • Dalai Lama Monastery (McLeod Ganj) – seat of Tibetan Buddhism.
    • Bhagsunag Temple & Waterfall.
    • HPCA Cricket Stadium – among the world’s most scenic stadiums.
  • Evening free for market stroll.
  • Overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Day 3: Dharamshala → Dalhousie

  • After breakfast, drive to Dalhousie – a colonial-era hill station.
  • Check in at hotel and relax.
  • Evening leisure at Mall Road, dotted with shops & cafes.
  • Overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 4: Excursion to Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland)

  • Day trip to Khajjiar, surrounded by pine forests & lush meadows.
  • Visit Khajji Nag Temple.
  • Optional activities: paragliding, horse riding, zorbing.
  • Return to Dalhousie for overnight stay.
  • Overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 5: Dalhousie → Amritsar + Wagah Border

  • After breakfast, drive to Amritsar – spiritual capital of Punjab.
  • Evening visit to Wagah Border to witness the Beating Retreat ceremony.
  • Overnight stay in Amritsar.

Day 6: Amritsar Sightseeing + Departure

  • Visit Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) – holiest Sikh shrine.
  • Explore Jallianwala Bagh – historic memorial to freedom fighters.
  • Later, transfer to airport/railway station for onward journey.

Option 3 - Spiti Valley Road Trip (Seasonal: May–Oct)

Day 1: Arrival in Manali

  • Arrive in Manali and check in at your hotel.
  • Evening free to explore Mall Road and acclimatize to altitude.
  • Overnight stay in Manali.

Day 2: Manali → Kaza (Spiti HQ) via Atal Tunnel & Kunzum Pass

  • Early morning drive through Atal Tunnel and cross Kunzum Pass (14,931 ft) with stunning Himalayan views.
  • Arrive in Kaza, the headquarters of Spiti Valley.
  • Check in at guesthouse/hotel.
  • Overnight stay in Kaza.

Day 3: Monasteries & Villages of Spiti

  • After breakfast, explore:
    • Key Monastery – largest monastery in Spiti, perched on a hilltop.
    • Kibber Village – one of the world’s highest inhabited villages.
    • Chicham Bridge – Asia’s highest suspension bridge.
  • Return to Kaza for overnight stay.
  • Overnight stay in Kaza.

Day 4: Dhankar Monastery & Pin Valley Excursion

  • Excursion to Dhankar Monastery, dramatically perched between cliffs.
  • Continue to Pin Valley National Park, known for snow leopards & rare Himalayan wildlife.
  • Return to Kaza.
  • Overnight stay in Kaza.

Day 5: Kaza → Manali via Kunzum Pass

  • Retrace the journey back to Manali, crossing scenic high passes and valleys.
  • Evening arrival in Manali.
  • Overnight stay in Manali.

Day 6: Departure

  • After breakfast, check out.
  • Transfer to Chandigarh/Delhi for onward journey with unforgettable Spiti memories.
Inclusions
  • All Sightseeing Tours
  • Accommodation
  • Daily Breakfast & Dinner
  • Arrival & Departure transfer
  • Basic English Speaking Driver
  • All Tours & Transfers on Private Basis as per the program
  • Travel Insurance
Exclusions
  • 5% GST
  • Any other transport mentioned other than above.
  • Any meals except breakfast from the Hotel
  • Any services not included in the above itinerary.
  • Any Increase in the airfare charged by the airlines.
  • 5% TCS
  • Any optional tour and all items of personal nature
  • Tips and gratis.
  • Late checkout Charges if any. Any Gala Dinner.
  • Hard Liquor/Beer/ Mineral water, Soft Drinks, Juices, Mini-bar in the rooms, Local/STD/ISD telephone call, rooms service, Porterage etc. in rooms are all chargeable and would have to be paid at the time of check-out by the clients.
  • Please note that anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions is excluded from the package.