Best of Dharamshala, Dalhousie & Manali
Port Blair 3N, Havelock-Island 1N, Port Blair 1N
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Duration
10 days
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Overview
Embark on a scenic journey from Chandigarh to Manali, nestled amidst the Beas River Valley, renowned for its snow-clad peaks and cultural heritage. Explore attractions like Hadimba Devi Temple and Vashisht Kund, immersing yourself in the serene ambiance. Spend a leisurely day exploring the town before proceeding to Dharamshala, the winter capital of Himachal Pradesh. Explore Tibetan culture at the Tibetan Medical Centre and visit St. John Church, amidst the backdrop of the Dhauladhar ranges. Next, explore the charms of McLeodganj, including the Dalai Lama Temple and Bhagsu Waterfall, before heading to Dalhousie via the picturesque Khajjiar. Enjoy the tranquility of Khajji Nag Temple and indulge in nature’s beauty before reaching Dalhousie. Experience the colonial charm of Dalhousie with visits to its four churches and scenic spots like Subhash Baoli and Panchpula. Conclude your journey with a return to Chandigarh, departing with cherished memories of Himachal Pradesh’s breathtaking landscapes and rich culture.
- 06 Night’ Accommodation in All Three Places
- Daily Breakfast
- Private Transfer as per the itinerary
- Full Day Manali Local Sightseeing
- Half Day Dharamshala Local Sightseeing
- Full Day McLeodganj Local Sightseeing
- Khajjiar Sightseeing
- Dalhouise Excursion with Panchpula and Kalatop Wild Life Sanctuary
Included/Exclude
- AC Sedan from Chandigarh - Drop at Chandigarh (Covering Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie as per Itinerary)
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- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of the itinerary
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Breakfast, lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Any international and/or domestic flights, unless explicitly mentioned as an inclusion
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Tips for services and experiences
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Tour Plan
Arrival at Chandigarh - Transfer to Manali
- Upon arrival and meet and greet with our representative at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station, get ready to hit the road to the beautiful hill station of Manali (2000 meters above sea level). Located in the Beas River Valley, Manali is a very popular hill station flocked by tourists from across the country. Manali can be reached from the national highway that leads to the Ladakh region.
- The snow-clad mountain peaks, rich flora and fauna, and several other prominent attractions make a trip to Manali most worthwhile. According to a legend, Manu was a sage who is believed to have recreated human life after the world was devastated after a great flood. There is an ancient temple in the old Manali village that is devoted to this sage. Some of the other popular attractions of this quaint destination include Hadimba Temple, Manali Sanctuary, Arjun Gufa and Jagatsukh. Upon reaching your hotel, check-in and get comfortable. Have a delicious dinner. Overnight stay at hotel in Manali.
Full Day Manali Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, walk through Manali town visiting newly constructed Buddhist Monastery and the handicraft centre. Later, visit the 450 years old temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, Jagatsukh and Vashist kund.
- Hadimba Devi Temple - is an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, wife of Bhima, a figure in the Indian epic Mahābhārata. The temple is surrounded by a cedar forest at the foot of the Himālayas.
- Vashisht, an extremely picturesque little place clinging to the steep hill side. On the way up to the village you come upon the Vashist hot baths where a natural sulphur spring is piped into a modern bath-house.
- Return to hotel by late afternoon. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Transfer from Manali to Dharamshala - Half Day Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, check out and hit the road to Dharamshala. Dalai Lama’s home and winter capital of Himachal Pradesh in the Kangra district, Dharamshala is exactly what it means - ‘rest house for pilgrims’. The high snowclad Dhauladhar ranges are an exquisite backdrop to the hill resort of Dharamsala. Look forward to views of numerous streams of clear water and dense pine & deodar forests trailing you all the way, cool clean air, beautiful surroundings and fantastic views of the mountain ranges.
- On the way, feel the cool breeze in your hair and take in the stunning, scenic sights around you. Upon arrival in Dharamshala, check-in at the hotel. Later embark on a sightseeing visit to the famous Tibetan Medical Centre, where treatment is done using rare Tibetan medicines.
- St. John Church, which is one of the oldest churches of this region. It is widely acknowledged for its Belgian stained-glass windows, which were donated by Lady Elgin. Other than these attractions, some other places to visit include Kangra Art Museum, Tea Gardens and Kunal Pathri Temple.
- Overnight stay at Hotel.
Full Day Local Sightseeing in McLeodganj
After breakfast today, get ready for a local sightseeing tour of all the major attractions of McLeodganj. Visit and explore Dalai Lama temple , Dal lake , Naddi , Bhagsu bath temple and waterfall all filled with natural beauty. Overnight stay at hotel in Dharamshala.
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