Shimla Dharamshala Tour

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Tour Overview

Experience the journey of India's hill stations, your trip starting from New Delhi. Later enjoy the visit most famous places to Shimla and Dharamsala. Continue to Golden Temple in Amritsar and experience the holy places in Rishikesh in the foot hill of Himalaya's. Hill Station and Golden Temple Tour includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. ...more ...less

Highlights

Explore Old and New Delhi on a guided city tour.
Visiting most significant sites such as Humayun's Tomb, Red Fort and Raj Ghat - the site of Ghandi's crematorium.
Enjoy a Rickshaw ride through Delhi's backstreets.
Visit to the hill station, guided tour to Kufri and Naldehra, The Mall, Christ Church, in Shimla.
Dharamsala and its laid back Buddhist atmosphere.
The iconic and stunning Golden Temple.
Rishikesh - gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas.

Places You'll See

New Delhi

Rishikesh

Amritsar

Shimla

Dharamshala

Shimla

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrival at New Delhi

New Delhi, India

New Delhi

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 : At New Delhi

New Delhi, India

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 : New Delhi - Kalka (By Train) - Shimla (90 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)

Location: Shimla

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi railway station to board the train for Kalka. Upon arrival at Kalka railway station, our representative will meet you and later drive to Shimla. Upon arrival at Shimla check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 : At Shimla

Location: Shimla

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed full day guided tour to Shimla visit Kali Bari Temple, Sankat Mochan temple, Jakhu temple which are devoted to Lord Hanuman, Christ Church, State Museum and ndian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS).

Evening free for leisure activities and shopping markets such as The Mall & The Ridge.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 : Shimla - Mandi (142 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Location: Mandi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mandi. Upon arrival at Mandi check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Mandi, visit Bhootnath temple, Shyama kali temple and other temples. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 : Mandi - Dharamshala (145 Kms / 5 Hrs)

Location: Dharamshala

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Dharamshala. Upon arrival at Dharamshala check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 : At Dharamshala

Location: Dharamshala

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Dharamshala, visit - Naddi Village, Dal Lake, St. John Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Bhagsunag Waterfall. Also visit the 14th Dalai Lama’s Monastery & Residence (Namgyal Monastery).

After finish your guided tour to Dharamshala, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 8 : Dharamshala - Amritsar (220 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)

Location: Amritsar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Amritsar. Upon arrival at Amritsar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

After refresh yourself, later visit to Wagah Border and attend Beating Retreat ceremony. After finish the ceremony at Wagah border later drive back to your hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 9 : At Amritsar

Location: Amritsar

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Amritsar, visit Golden Temple - It is the preeminent pilgrimage site of Sikhism. The architecture of Golden Temple is a blend of Hindu and Muslims architecture, also visit Jallianwala bagh and Durgiana Temple.

After finish your guided tour to Amritsar, later day free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 10 : Amritsar - Haridwar (By Train) - Rishikesh (25 Kms / 30 Mins)

Location: Rishikesh

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Amritsar railway station to board the train for Haridwar. Upon arrival at Haridwar railway station, our representative will meet you and later drive to Rishikesh. Upon arrival at Rishikesh check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.

Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 11 : At Rishikesh

Location: Rishikesh

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Rishikesh which is reowned as the 'Yoga Capital of the World’, visit Bharat Temple - the oldest famous temple in Rishikesh at Triveni Ghat, Thirteen Story Temple, Gita Bhavan, Swarg Ashram and Parmartn Niketan. Also visit Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula the hanging bridge on the Ganga river are one of the most famous spot in Rishikesh.

Also experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in evening which is performed at Triveni Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 12 : Rishikesh - New Delhi (250 Kms / 5 Hrs)

New Delhi, India

Location: New Delhi

Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 13 : Departure from New Delhi

New Delhi, India

Location: New Delhi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.

What's Included

12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.

3 Star Accommodation.
Meals.

12 Breakfast at Hotel.
Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences.
All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
English speaking guide at New Delhi, Shimla, Dharamshala, Amristar and Rishikesh.

Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.
Experience the thrill of lowering of the flags ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border.
Attend the Ganga aarti ceremony at Rishikesh.
Train tickets from New Delhi to Kalka.
Train tickets from Amritsar to Rishikesh.
Enjoy a Toy train ride from Kalka to Shimla.
One mineral water bottle per person per day.
All currently applicable taxes including GST.

What's Not Included

Visas Fee (if applicable).
Monument entry fees.
Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.

Mode of Transport

All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC Car MUV / SUV / Sedan car with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our private vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows :

Passenger Vehicle type
• 1-2 persons Air-conditioned medium car such as Etios / Dezire or similar
• 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar
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Accommodation

Accommodation at 3 Star deluxe hotels.
4 or 5 Star hotel upgrade are available on request basis.

Check out our Q&As

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

3 Star
Do I need a visa to travel to India?

Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable. ...more ...less
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you. ...more ...less
How long has the tour company been trading?

Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008

Reviews of this operator

Serena

Excellent Guides

06-Sep-2022

The tour was great. Maybe we went to too many places for shopping. All tour guides were excellent.

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Recommended to India Tour

24-Mar-2022

I have been recommended to this tour of India with friends from Australia and we are happy to see all places which are mentioned on programmed.

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Lifetime trip

12-Jan-2022

This was the trip of a lifetime, and our guide made it even more special! He has incredibly knowledgeable of the history of all the sites we went to and is extremely personable, we had an absolute blast with him!

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Well organized trip

02-Oct-2022

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12-Apr-2022

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We had a good and professional local guides in each and we visited Taj Mahal at sunset and loved all the photographs.

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