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9N/10T
Grand Himachal & Golden Triangle Circuit
2N Shimla + 3N Manali + 1N Dharamshala + 2N Dalhousie + 1N Amritsar
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Experience the complete majesty of North India on this 10-day overland circuit with SkyGlobals. Trace the colonial ridges and pine walks of Shimla and Kufri, journey along the Beas River to the adventure landscapes of Manali and Solang Valley, and travel through the Atal Tunnel. Immerse yourself in Tibetan Buddhist spirituality and monasteries in Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj, and discover the cedar-fringed meadow of Khajjiar—the "Mini Switzerland of India"—in Dalhousie. Conclude your adventure in Amritsar with the patriotic drills of the Attari-Wagah Border ceremony and the peaceful, illuminated marble sanctum of the Golden Temple. With dedicated private mountain transport, handpicked stays, and daily breakfast and dinner throughout, this itinerary delivers the ultimate Himalayan holiday.
Reiseverlauf
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Assemble by 06:00 AM at your pickup point in Delhi/NCR. Cruise along NH-44 through Panipat and Karnal before joining the Himalayan Expressway near Kalka. Stop near Panchkula to explore the 17th-century Mughal terraced fountains at Pinjore Gardens. Ascend through the pine-clad hills of Solan into Shimla (7,200 ft) by late afternoon. Check into your hotel. Spend a relaxed evening walking along the pedestrian Mall Road and The Ridge, visiting Christ Church. Dinner and overnight stay in Shimla.
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After breakfast, drive up to the mountain resort of Kufri (8,600 ft). Enjoy panoramic views of the Greater Himalayas, visit the Himalayan Nature Park, and explore adventure activities at Kufri Fun World. In the afternoon, return to Shimla. Visit the sacred hilltop Jakhoo Temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman and home to the giant 108-foot statue. Spend the evening browsing wooden handicrafts at Lakkar Bazar. Dinner and overnight stay in Shimla.
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Depart at 07:30 AM after breakfast. Descend into the Satluj valley and wind past Sundernagar Lake and the scenic Pandoh Dam on the Beas River. Stop at the cliffside Hanogi Mata Temple and pass through the Aut Tunnel into the Kullu Valley. Stop at an authorized Kullu Shawl Weaving Factory to observe traditional handlooms. (Optional: Enjoy a white-water river rafting run on the Beas River at Babeli). Arrive in Manali (6,700 ft) by evening and check into your valley hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
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After breakfast, explore Manali's cultural and historical landmarks:
Hadimba Devi Temple: Built in 1553 AD, this four-tiered wooden pagoda temple stands amidst dense deodar cedar forests in Dhungri.
Manu Temple & Vashisht Hot Springs: Visit the ancient sage Manu temple in Old Manali, followed by the natural sulfur mineral springs at Vashisht village.
Tibetan Monastery & Mall Road: Explore the Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa to view Tibetan thangkas and carpets, ending with an evening walk along Mall Road and IBEX Market. Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
Hadimba Devi Temple: Built in 1553 AD, this four-tiered wooden pagoda temple stands amidst dense deodar cedar forests in Dhungri.
Manu Temple & Vashisht Hot Springs: Visit the ancient sage Manu temple in Old Manali, followed by the natural sulfur mineral springs at Vashisht village.
Tibetan Monastery & Mall Road: Explore the Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa to view Tibetan thangkas and carpets, ending with an evening walk along Mall Road and IBEX Market. Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
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Solang Valley (8,400 ft): Head 14 km up the valley to Himachal's adventure hub. Enjoy optional activities including paragliding, zorbing, ATV quad biking, and the Solang ropeway. In winter and early spring, the slopes offer skiing and snowmobiles.
Atal Tunnel & Sissu: Continue through the 9.02 km engineering landmark of the Atal Tunnel into the Lahaul Valley. Stop at Sissu to photograph the waterfall and hanging glaciers before returning to Manali.
Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
Atal Tunnel & Sissu: Continue through the 9.02 km engineering landmark of the Atal Tunnel into the Lahaul Valley. Stop at Sissu to photograph the waterfall and hanging glaciers before returning to Manali.
Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.
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Check out early at 07:00 AM. Trace the Beas River down through Mandi and turn westward into the Kangra Valley. Stop en route at the 13th-century stone Baijnath Shiva Temple and drive past the terraced tea gardens of Palampur. Arrive in Dharamshala / McLeod Ganj (6,800 ft) beneath the Dhauladhar Range by late afternoon. Check into your hotel. Spend the evening browsing Tibetan handicraft stalls along Temple Road. Dinner and overnight stay in Dharamshala.
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Morning Cultural Tour: Visit the Tsuglagkhang Complex (official residence and monastery of His Holiness the Dalai Lama) and the Tibet Museum. Continue through pine woods to visit the ancient stone Bhagsunath Temple and the cascading Bhagsunag Waterfall.
Drive to Dalhousie: Depart at 12:30 PM. Drive through the Kangra hills via Shahpur and Lahru, climbing into the colonial pine-covered ridges of Dalhousie (6,500 ft) by late afternoon. Check into your hotel and enjoy an evening stroll along Gandhi Chowk. Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Drive to Dalhousie: Depart at 12:30 PM. Drive through the Kangra hills via Shahpur and Lahru, climbing into the colonial pine-covered ridges of Dalhousie (6,500 ft) by late afternoon. Check into your hotel and enjoy an evening stroll along Gandhi Chowk. Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.
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Khajjiar Meadow (22 km / 1 hr drive): Drive through the deodar canopy of Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary to reach the saucer-shaped green meadow of Khajjiar (6,500 ft). Walk along the floating island lake, enjoy optional horse riding or zorbing, and visit the 12th-century wooden Khajji Nag Temple.
Dalhousie Heritage: Return to Dalhousie in the afternoon. Visit Panchpula waterfalls and memorial, followed by the stone-built colonial-era St. John’s Church. Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Dalhousie Heritage: Return to Dalhousie in the afternoon. Visit Panchpula waterfalls and memorial, followed by the stone-built colonial-era St. John’s Church. Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.
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Descent to Punjab: Depart at 07:30 AM. Descend through Banikhet and Pathankot to rejoin the highway across Punjab, reaching Amritsar by 01:00 PM. Check into your hotel and freshen up.
Attari-Wagah Border Ceremony: At 03:00 PM, drive 30 km west to Attari-Wagah. Take your seats in the stadium stands to witness the parade and flag-lowering Beating Retreat ceremony conducted by the BSF.
Illuminated Golden Temple: Return to Amritsar for an evening visit to the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) as lights reflect across the sacred Amrit Sarovar. Partake in the community kitchen (Guru Ka Langar) or dine on Amritsari kulchas in the old city. Overnight stay in Amritsar.
Attari-Wagah Border Ceremony: At 03:00 PM, drive 30 km west to Attari-Wagah. Take your seats in the stadium stands to witness the parade and flag-lowering Beating Retreat ceremony conducted by the BSF.
Illuminated Golden Temple: Return to Amritsar for an evening visit to the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib) as lights reflect across the sacred Amrit Sarovar. Partake in the community kitchen (Guru Ka Langar) or dine on Amritsari kulchas in the old city. Overnight stay in Amritsar.
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After breakfast, visit Jallianwala Bagh adjacent to the Golden Temple to view the Martyrs' Well and historical memorial walls. At 10:00 AM, begin the drive along the signal-free NH-44 Grand Trunk road back toward Delhi. Stop for lunch at a highway dhaba in Murthal. Arrive in New Delhi by evening (06:30 PM – 07:30 PM), dropping off at New Delhi Railway Station, Delhi Airport (DEL), or your residence.
