Himalaya Explorer
14 days / 13 nights

Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights

Itinerary: Delhi / Amritsar / Dharamsala / Bir Billing / Shimla / Chandigarh / Haridwar / Rishikesh / Delhi

Day 1 – Delhi:

Arrival at the Delhi international airport, welcome by our representative.
Arrival at the Delhi IGI international airport as per your flight schedule. Welcome at the airport by our representative and transfer to the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi – Amritsar (By Train)

In the morning, transfer to the railway station to board the train for Amritsar. On arrival in Amritsar, transfer to the hotel. Afternoon visit the Golden Temple (The famous Sikh pilgrim place), Wagah Border the only land border open between Pakistan and India. In the evening return to the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Amritsar – Dharamshala (195 km / 06 hrs)

In the morning, drive to Dharamshala. After check-into, into the hotel, get fresh to explore the town and experience the Tibetan culture and the residence of His Holiness, The Dalai Lama. Do shopping in the local market for Tibetan handicrafts in the evening. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 4: Dharamshala

After breakfast proceeds for a full-day local tour of Dharamshala visiting The Tibetan Medical Center, Church of St. John, Trichund Peak, Odichi huts, and local monasteries. Evening visit Dal Lake and Bhagsu Nag Temple and return to the hotel and overnight stay at hotel.

Day 5: Dharamshala / Palampur / Bir Billing :

Along the snow-covered mountains of the Himalayas, we will go from Dharamshala to Bir. On the way, visit Palampur (Tea gardens) check in to your hotel in Bir, and visit of this mountain resort in the Himalayas. Night at the hotel.

Day 6 – Bir Billing:

Bir is a tiny hamlet in the west of Joginder Nagar Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Perched at an altitude of 5000 ft, Bir Billing almost touches the clouds. Travelers from all over the world visit Bir Billing to relax, meditate, and experience adventure sports.
Visit of Tibetan monastery and local market of Bir. Visit Baijnath temple. Evening relax at your hotel.

Day 7 – Bir Billing / Shimla

After morning breakfast, drive to Shimla state capital of Himachal Pradesh, and India’s most popular hill resort. It is placed in the lower ranges of the Himalayas Mountain and is surrounded by pine, deodar, oak, and Rhododendron forests. Upon arrival check into the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay will be at a hotel.

Day 8: In Shimla

After breakfast, you will go for half day city tour visiting the Indian Institute Of Advanced Studies, Sankat Mochan Temple Jakhu Temple, Kalabadevi Temple, Hanuman Temple, and Christ Church, which was built in the 1850s. Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town the Mall & the Ridge. Overnight at hotel.

Day 9 : Shimla – Kufri Valley – Shimla

After breakfast, you will be driven to Kufri valley surrounded by dense forest and snow-capped mountains. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Kufri. Later in the afternoon visit Naldehra which offers a well-groomed nine-hole golf course. Drive back to your hotel in the evening and overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 10: Shimla / Chandigarh :

After breakfast, drive to Chandigarh. In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day city tour of Chandigarh visiting Sukna lake – The lifeline of Chandigarh, Rock Garden – Nek Chand’s fantasy world, and Rose Garden. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 – Chandigarh / Haridwar :

In the morning drive to Haridwar. On arrival check in to Haridwar. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, Haridwar is a city of temples and ashrams and its pious ambiance envelops everyone. Haridwar is one of the four holy Indian cities that host the Kumbh Mela, a pious gathering of millions of Hindu devotees every 12 years. Evening visit of the Puja on the Banks of the Ganges.

Day 12 – Haridwar / Rishikesh / Haridwar :

In the morning drive to visit Rishikesh. Rishikesh is commonly referred to as the ‘yoga capital of the world’ and rightly so. The destination is abuzz with visitors, who come here to learn yoga and meditation. Rishikesh has numerous ashrams, some of which are internationally recognized as centers of philosophical studies, yoga, and other ancient Indian traditions of wellness. Visit Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, and Local Market. Evening, free to explore this Yoga capital of the world. Return to your hotel, and the evening is free.

Day 13 – Haridwar / Delhi (by train) :

Take the train back to Delhi today which takes approximately five hours. There is a 6.00 am train or a 6.00 pm train, depending on your preference. Upon arrival back in Delhi, drive back to your hotel by private transfer which is near the airport — ideal for your homeward journey tomorrow.

Day 14: Delhi

In the morning your driver will drive you to the international airport for your onward journey.