Deep In The Foothill of Himalaya an Adventure Drive
Deep In The Foothill of Himalaya an Adventure Drive
$3571
Tour Overview
Embark on a thrilling adventure drive through the cities of Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Keylong, and Dharamsala, deep into the foothills of the Himalayas. This private tour operates from June to October, offering an unforgettable experience. Traverse scenic landscapes, winding mountain roads, and picturesque valleys, while exploring remote villages and visiting ancient temples. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Himalayan region and prepare for an adrenaline-pumping journey showcasing the best of this majestic mountain range. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport meet with our office executive assistance and transfer to hotel check in. (hotel check in / out time 1200hr afternoon early check in subject to rooms availability). Rest time free and easy to relax.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 2 : New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Full day city tour of Delhi, visiting landmark of Old Delhi which include Red Fort the residence of the Mughal emperor for nearly 200 years until 1857. Jama Masjid one of the largest mosques in the world, built by Shah Jahan. Cycle Rickshaw ride in Chandni chowk & Khari Baoli Spice Market a busy shopping area with markets full of spices, dried fruit, silver jewelry and vivid saris, while the narrow side streets are crowded with tiny shops selling essential oils, stationery and traditional Indian sweets. Raj Gath the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi where he was cremated after his assassination. Drive thrugh VVIP areas passing through President House, Parliament & India Gate etc. Visit New Delhi which include Humayun Tomb the first garden-tomb in Indian subcontinent and an early example of Mughal architecture commissioned by Humayun's first wife Empress Bega Begum in 1569-70. Qutab Minar a 73-metres tall minaret that forms part of the Qutb complex a fine examples of Afghan architecture. Lotus Temple a Baháʼí House of Worship notable for its flowerlike shape open to all, regardless of religion.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 : Amritsar
Location: Amritsar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Delhi - Amritsar (Train No.12029 SWARNA SHTBDI, 0720/ 1345hr)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to railway station to board morning satabdi train to Amritsar. On arrival at Amritsar railway station assistance and transfer to hotel.
Later excursion to visit Bagha border to attend Beating Retreat Ceremony. Every evening, just before the sunset, the soldiers from the Indian and Pakistan military meet at this border post to engage in a 30-minute display of military camaraderie and showmanship. Officially, the purpose of the ceremony is to formally close the border for the night and lower the national flag. However, it is an entertainment ceremony and a display of national pride for the thousands of people who come here every day. During the build-up to the ceremony, the crowd engages in chanting the Indian national anthem, rounds of applause and Bollywood-style dancing on Hindi songs. Back to your hotel for
Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 : Dalhousie
Location: Dalhousie
Meals Included: Breakfast
Amritsar - Dalhousie (200kms/ 5-6hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel visit Golden Temple famous for its full golden dome, it is one of the most sacred pilgrim spots for Sikhs. The central Sikh Museum is atop the Clock Tower. The ‘Guru Ka Langar’ offer free food to around 20,000 people every day. The number shoot up to 1,00,000 on special occasions. The Durgiana Temple though a Hindu temple, its architecture is similar to the Golden Temple. Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum famous for its rare and priceless collections, particularly Paintings, Weapons and Armours, Manuscripts & Coins. Gobindgarh Fort originally built by Gujjar Singh Bhangi, the local chieftain in the 18th century. Gobindgarh was conquered and enhanced in the early 19th century by Maharaja Ranjit Singh who renamed it after the 10th Sikh guru Guru Gobind Singh. The fort had five cannons which included the famous two ‘Zamzama' cannons. Rickshaw ride and walking tour of old market in Amritsar.
Later drive to Dalhousie check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 5 : Dalhousie
Location: Dalhousie
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dalhousie
Breakfast at hotel. City tour of Dalhousie a high-altitude town spread across 5 hills near the Dhauladhar mountain range in Himachal Pradesh. It's home to colonial-era buildings, including St. Francis and St. John’s churches, which date back to the rule of the British Raj in the 1800s. A trek up Dainkund Peak leads to Pholani Devi Temple. To the north, Subhash Baoli is a peaceful area with pine trees and panoramic views. Rest time free and easy to relax.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 : Killar
Location: Killar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dalhousie - Killar (Pangi Valley) (200kms/ 6-8hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel drive to Killar an adventurous drive on bad road (muddy/ slushy) via The Saach Pass, a mountain pass at an altitude of 14500 ft. It helps the valley with tourism and easy transportation as it offers proper roadways for those who want to travel there. It is open during the months of June and October as it snows heavily throughout the other months. Once you reach the place you are seeing the beauty of nature. You see the mountain range very clearly. The palce is so scenic that you try to spend more time appreciating the beauty of nature. The road is single and at times you may drive 1-2km before getting a place to reverse your vehicle. In the sunset time, the place looks really awesome.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 : Killar
Location: Pangi
Meals Included: Breakfast
: Killar (Pangi Valley)
Breakfast at hotel. Explore Pangi Valley a serene, quiet area inhabited by a tribal folk at an altitude of 7000 ft to 11000 ft above sea level. The inhabitants of the valley include the Pangwala and Bhoti tribe, some of them being Hindus and Buddhists. Despite it being of natural beauty, it is underdeveloped and hidden away with uneven roads and scanty resources. The valley is surrounded by white peaked mountain tops and rugged roads making it fabulous for those who enjoy a good trek and adventure.
Even though the valley is quiet, there are many attractions and places to visit in its vicinity. Visit Killar, a hamlet located in a narrow gorge of the Chenab river & the shrine of Det Nag in Killar. Dharwas which is the largest village in the valley. Shour, a bridge that swings over an icy cold river. Mindhal Basan Devi temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to the deity Mindhal Devi. The several attractions present in the valley seem to be close to the hearts of its inhabitants which make the experience cozy, personal, and homely.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 : Keylong
Location: Keylong
Meals Included: Breakfast
Killar - Keylong (140kms/ 4-5hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel drive to Keylong check in at hotel/ guesthouse. Later visit Kardang village, it has the biggest monastery situated on the left bank of River Bhaga. It is said to have been founded about 900 years ago but stood in ruins until 1912 when a lama renovated it.
This gompa is scenically perched against the backdrop of the bare mountains of the Rangcha massif, which rises above the valley to give it a stunning feel. The main temple has the statues of Sakyamuni in the centre, Padmasambhava on the right, and Vajradhara on the left. This monastery houses the largest number of lamas and chomos (female monks). The library of Kardang Gompa is huge and contains full volumes of Kangyur and Tangyur (sacred Buddhist texts). The walls of the gompa are decorated with colourful wall paintings. In Kardang village there is another small monastery by the name of Jabjesh Monastery and outside the gompa, you can see rock carvings and two big chortens. There is a road near Tandi Bridge to take visitors directly to the monastery.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 : Manali
Location: Manali, Rohtang La
Meals Included: Breakfast
Keylong - Rohtang Pass - Manali (115kms/ 3-4hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning free to explore the Keylong Valley. Later drive to Manali via Rohtang Pass a high mountain pass at an elevation 3,980 m (13,058 ft) on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas. The pass provides a natural divide between the Kullu Valley with a primarily Hindu culture (in the south), and the arid high-altitude Lahaul and Spiti valleys with a Buddhist culture (in the north). The pass lies on the watershed between the Chenab and Beas basins. On the southern side of this pass, the Beas River emerges from underground and flows southward and on its northern side, the Chandra River (flows from the eastern Himalayas), a source stream of the river Chenab, flows westward. Arrive Manali check in at hotel. Rest time free and easy to relax and visit the Mall Road.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 : Manali
Location: Manali
Meals Included: Breakfast
Manali
Breakfast at hotel. city tour of Manali a high-altitude Himalayan resort town. Visit Hidimba Devi Temple, an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, wife of Bhima, a figure in the Indian epic Mahabharat. The temple is surrounded by a cedar forest called Dhungiri Van Vihar at the foot of the Himalayas. Vashisht Village the premises enclose a pyramid-shaped stone temple dedicated to Sage Vashisht, and the water spring, which believed to possess medicinal values and people take a dip in the holy water to get rid of skin diseases and infections. Tibetan monastery which include Himalayan Nyingmapa Gompa and Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa. These monasteries serve not only as a place of worship but also as guardians of the rich culture and history of the Tibetan people settled in Kullu and Manali. You can shop for beautiful handicrafts that are made by Tibetan people at these monasteries. Manu Temple a historical Hindu temple, dedicated to Sage Manu, a must-visit place, not only because of its religious significance but also because of its ancient, beautiful architecture and wooden carving. The views of tall hills blanketed with lush green forests offers spectators gasp for breath. The serene atmosphere of this place is soul-pleasing.
Also visit Old Manali on the other side of the Manalsu river with a sweet scent of an old world charm, a tiny shift in the world and its rush, one must experience while here. Swaying eucalyptus, lovely roads, sweet little eateries, small kitschy market places, and cafes that serve favourite continental food. The serenity of Old Manali is only disturbed by twittering birds and the sound of the gushing waters of the Kullu River. Rest time free and easy to relax and visit tha Mall.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 : Manikaran
Location: Kullu, Manikaran
Meals Included: Breakfast
Manali - Manikaran - Kullu (125kms/ 3hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel. Drive to visit Manikaran a famous pilgrimage destination for Sikhs and Hindus in the Parvati Valley along the banks of river Parvati. A good number of temples, Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib and hot springs forms the religious pattern of the place and attract several people. There are three hot springs where one can take a bath, one being inside the Gurudwara itself and the other two being privatised by the guesthouses. Different sections for men and women are made at the bathing place. The water in these springs contains sulphur which is capable of curing diseases. The hot springs again have religious and spiritual beliefs connected to it. The water is hot enough to prepare food by directly placing the vessels and is served as langar.
After sightseeing drive back half way to Kullu and check in at hotel. Visit the Kullu Valley famed for its magnificent panoramic views of an open valley filled with deodar and pine trees and snow-covered mountain peaks. Located at an altitude of about 1230 meters, Kullu is every nature lover’s paradise and a great place to explore offering abundant lush greenery, tranquil river streams, and a blissful climate. Overnight at hotel.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 12 : Dharamsala
Location: Dharamshala, Rewalsar Lake, Mandi, Jwalamukhi Temple
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kullu - Rewalsar Lake - Jwalamukhi Temple - Dharamsala (250kms/ 6-7hrs approx)
Breakfast at hotel drive to Dharamsala. Enroute visit Rewalsar Lake a mid-altitude lake located on a mountain spur at an elevation of about 1,360 m above sea level. The lake is shaped like a square with the shoreline of about 735 m. It is held as a sacred spot for Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists. There are three Buddhist monasteries, three Hindu temples and a Sikh Gurudwara.
Continue drive and visit Jwala Devi Temple, dedicated to the "Goddess Of Light", the temple is one of the most popular Hindu temples in northern India. There is no idol of any kind the flame is considered as a manifestation of the goddess. An eternally burning and shining blue flame emanates from the rock sanctum and is fed by the priests with the offerings of devotees. The golden tower (dome) of the temple was a gift from the Emperor Akbar. The temple is considered very powerful, hence count as one of the 51 Shakti-Pitha temples in India. Besides, there are Gorakh Dibbi, Chaturbhuj temple and many small shrines situated in the vicinity of Jwalji temple.
After sightseeing strait drive to Dharamsala check in at hotel.
Overnight at Hotel
Day 13 : Dharamsala
Location: Dharamsala
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dharamsala
Breakfast at hotel. Visit McLeodganj, which is home to most of the Tibetan exiles. At McLeodganj, the Tibetans have established many monasteries, schools and temples. McLeodganj has a distinctly different character, with its brightly painted buildings, Buddhist temples, prayer flags fluttering in the air and saffron monks and nuns hurrying along the streets. The main Buddhist temple or Tsuglagkhang (cathedral) is a five-minute walk from the main bazaar. Said to resemble the one in Lhasa, the temple is surrounded by red and gold prayer wheels that are set in motion by devotees to scatter prayers in the air.
Dal Lake lake surrounded by Deodar trees, with temple of Durgeshwara Mahadev by the lakeside. Bhagsunath Temple old temple of Bhagsunath with a fresh waterspring. Further, about 0.5 km is beautiful Bhagsunath waterfall which is enough to sooth one’s eyes and mind. Church of St. John in the Wilderness, built in 1860, worth a visit for its beautiful stained glass windows, the church was severely damaged in a major earthquake that rocked the region in 1905. Rebuilt subsequently, the church has old bells that had been cast in London and installed in 1915. Lord Elgin, one of the few Viceroys of India who died in office, lies buried here. Rest time free and easy to relax and visit the McLeodganj market in evening.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 14 : New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Dharamsala - Delhi (flight) / Departure
Breakfast at hotel. As per flight schedule transfer to Kangra airport to board flight for Delhi.
Vehicle will be provided in Delhi for transit use and going to any place of your interest before connecting flight to onward destination.
What's Included
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Assistance on arrival at airport.
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13 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
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Meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
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Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
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English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
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Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
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Bottled drinking water in car.
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Government taxes.
What's Not Included
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Dharamsala - Delhi flight fare approx. INR 7, 500 per person in economy class.
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Camera charges at monuments if any.
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Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.
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Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
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Gratuities and optional activities.
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Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Accommodation
Hotels used or similar for 13 nights accommodation
4 Star Hotels
Delhi x 2 nights: The Hans/ The Royal Plaza
Amritsar x 1 night: Ramada by Wyndham/ Regenta Place
Dalhousie x 2 nights: Fortune Park Dalhousie/ Aamod at Dalhousie
Killar (Pangi Valley) x 2 nights: Guesthouse/ Home Stay
Keylong x 1 night: Hotel Dekyid/ Hotel Tashi Delek
Manali x 2 nights: Manuallaya - The Resort Spa/ Tiaraa Hotels & Resorts
Kullu x 1 night: Himalayan Kothi Kais/ Hotel Shobla Royale
Dharamsala x 2 nights: Fortune Park Moksha/ Adivaha
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What currencies are required for this tour?
INR, USD, EURO, GBP, SGD, JPY, CNY, RMB, CAD,
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No. You have to apply for Indian Visa yourself. TOURIST VISA is mandatory for Foreign Nationals to travel India.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We conduct our business fairly, with honesty, integrity and transparency. We deliver what we promise, and only promise what we can deliver.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Less than 10 person group only driver will be your companion. We use local government licenced tour guide in each cities for sightseeing tour.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
We do not operate tour on sharing
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We are completely flexible in changing the travel dates, until we dont have to bourne any penalty levied by hotels/airline.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
5 Yeas
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, you will support NGO and schooling for kids in villages.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We operate private tour/activity only for your group. Hence if you missed to join and tour departed, we can coordinate and you can join the tour from the nearest point.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Iitnerary and confirmation vouchers
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Face masks provided for travelers. Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff. Gear/equipment sanitized between use. Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized. Regular temperature checks for staff. Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Deep In The Foothill of Himalaya an Adventure Drive
14 Days Starting and ending in Delhi, India
Visiting: New Delhi, Amritsar, Dalhousie, Killar, Pangi, Keylong, Manali, Rohtang La, Kullu, Manikaran, Dharamshala, Rewalsar Lake, Mandi, Jwalamukhi Temple, Dharamsala ...more ...less
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Tour code:
AGORA443
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Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
12-70
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
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Active, Adventure Tours, Expeditions, Special Events, Walking Hiking and Trekking
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