Himachal Pradesh, a northern Indian state in the Himalayas, is known for its trekking, climbing and skiing, and scenic mountain towns and resorts such as Dalhousie. Host to the Dalai Lama, Himachal Pradesh also has a strong Tibetan presence, reflected in its Buddhist temples and monasteries, cuisine heavy on noodles and dumplings, and vibrant Tibetan New Year celebrations
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Himachal Pradesh, a northern Indian state in the Himalayas, is known for its trekking, climbing and skiing, and scenic mountain towns and resorts such as Dalhousie. Host to the Dalai Lama, Himachal Pradesh also has a strong Tibetan presence, reflected in its Buddhist temples and monasteries, cuisine heavy on noodles and dumplings, and vibrant Tibetan New Year celebrations
Himalayas in Himachal’ or one must say Himachal in Himalayas. ‘Him’ in Hindi literally means ice or snow and ‘alaya’ means home, which makes Himalayas ‘The Home of Snow’ and from there Himachal gets its name meaning ‘Land of Snow’.
The Himalayas, fulfilling its promise, are a reservoir of immense amount of ‘Him’ in the forms of Ice, Fresh and Underground Water. And the seeping of this moisture originates a number of rivers, which flows through the land of Himachal, namely Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab and Yamuna. It is also the reason of dozens of lakes that covered Himachal Pradesh.
From the underground waters to the peak of mountains, Himalayas has blessed Himachal with great natural riches. In between, the Passes, the Valleys and the Hot Springs are also the gifts of Himalaya to Himachal.
Altitude above Sea Level: 350 m to 6975 m
Average Rainfall: 1469 mm
Best Time to Visit: April - July and September - November
Geographical Area: 55,673 sq. km
Temperature: Maximum Temperature - 35o Celsius
Location: It extends from 30o22' N to 33 o12' N and 75 o45' E to 79 o04' E
Major Languages Spoken: Hindi, Local Dialects
Major Religions: Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism
Major Rivers: River Sutlej, River Beas, River Ravi and River Parbati
State Animal: Snow Leopard
State Bird: Western Tragopan (Jujurana)
State Flower: Pink Rhododendron (gulabi Buransh)
State Tree: Deodar
State Capital: Shimla
WillLife Sanctuaries: 32
Important Cities: Chamba, Dalhousie, Kangra, Dharamsala, Palampur, Hamirpur, Una, Minimum Temperature - 2o Celsius Solan, Nahan, Shimla, Mandi, Kullu and Manali
(Routing : Amritsar – Dalhousie-Dharmshala- Delhi) DAY 01 : ARRIVE AMRITSAR
Arrive at Amritsar & check in the Hotel. Today you can visit Golden Temple & Wagah Border. Golden Temple - It is here that Sage Valmiki wrote the epic, Ramayana. Rama and Sita are believed to have spent their fourteen-year exile in Amritsar, the epicentre of Sikhism. The Golden Temple is a proper blend of Hindu and Muslim cultures as is shown by the architecture. The Granth Sahib is kept in the Temple during the day and is kept in the Akal Takht or Eternal Throne in the night. The rugged old Jubi Tree in the north west corner of the compound, is believed to possess special powers. It was planted 450 years ago, by the Golden Temples first high priest, Baba Buddhaya. Wagah Border - It is an interesting experience, especially at sunset while Retreat takes place when Indian and Pakistan border troops put up a coordinated and spectacular display, comparing favorably with London’s changing of the Guard. Taxis must be hired from the city for the return trip also as nothing is available at the border. Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 02: AMRITSAR - DALHOUSIE
Drive to Dalhousie (188 kms), Situated at 2039 mts in the outer slope s of the Dhaula Dhar range with its natural beauty and natural surroundings. On arrival check- in at the hotel. Rest of the day for leisure. O/N at hotel.
DAY 03 : DALHOUSIE
Breakfast at hotel. Full day free for your personal activities or you can take Full day sightseeing to Khajjiar, 18 kms from. Dalhousie at your own cost. Its one of the most scenic saucer shaped Plateau and is surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests, its beauty has further been enhanced by a small lake in the center with a floating
DAY 04: DALHOUSIE - DHARAMSHALA
Breakfast at Hotel. Dalhousie to Dharamshala - In the morning drive to (3 ½ hours drive) Dharamshala, on arrival check in at the Hotel. Afternoon local tour of Dharamshala (own cost) visiting the Official residence of Dalai Lama the exiled Tibetian Leader, Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 05: DHARMSHALA
After B/f you can take a tour to Palampur (1 ½ hours) (at your own cost) where low rolling hills criss crossed by narrow fast- flowing streams, scores of tiny hamlets, lush tea gardens and paddy fields - with the backdrop of the Majestic Dhauladhar Mountai. You can visit a tea plantation and tea factory. Also visit Shoba Singh's Art Gallery at Andretta; the ancient rock cut Masroor temples and the historic Kangra fort. Optionally, you may take a full day tour of Kangra Devi, Chintpurni. Overnight at hotel.
DAY 06: DRIVE TO DELHI
In early morning drive to Delhi (514 Kms), enroute one can stop for lunch at Parwanoo or Pinjore Gardens, and take a cable car ride here.
Common Package Inclusions:
- Accommodation on twin sharing Basis in Deluxe rooms.
- Meal Half Board Basis (Bed Tea, Breakfast and Lunch/ Dinner).
- All sight seeing as per the tour itinerary as disposal basis.
- All Transportation Indica / Indigo / Xylo / Innova / Tempo Traveller
- Welcome drink on arrival .
- Innerline Permit.
- All toll taxes, parking , state taxes and driver allowance.
- Well Experienced driver
Package does not include:
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
- 4.50% GST ( gross service tax )
- Lunch.
- Any adventure activity Paragliding /Snow Skating /Horse riding/ River crossing Rafting etc. &
entrance fees for any monument.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Prices included".
- Room Heater Charges (Rs. 300 per day )
- Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
- Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
- Rohtaang pass taxi cost is not includes. Rohtaang paas is Closed on Tuesda