Amazing Himachal

Daily Tour 05 Nights / 06 Days Availability: April 1, 2019
Amritsar, Punjab, India Himachal-Punjab

With emerald green calmness and soothing atmosphere, Dharamshala offers a variety of sightseeing places. It is located at the Dhauladhar road with the categorization of upper and lower Dharamshala. Tourists can travel around the great leisure time streets, such as the famous coffee shops, snooker tables, Tibetian shops, temples, churches, and monastery.

Located in the western Himachal Pradesh, nested by mountains & beautiful views, Dalhousie is a masterpiece among hill stations in India. The landscape gives you mesmerizing experience with bright flowerings and dense forests with pines, oaks, and deodars. Dalhousie has beautiful buildings sporting colonial architecture, such as St. Francis’s Church, St. Patrick’s Church and St. Andrew’s Church. Tourists can explore the wildlife by visiting Subhash Baoli and Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary. With the majestic environment, Dalhousie will refresh your souls.

With the mesmerizing beauty and unique combination of dense forests, lakes, and pastures, Khajjiar is often introduced as ‘mini-Switzerland of India’. It is a small town near Dalhousie attracting the tourists with breathtaking landscapes and green meadows. The place offers all the adventures such as nine-hole golf-course, paragliding, horse riding, zorbing, trekking, etc. Surrounded by lush greenery, beautiful lakes, temples, this place is a must visit.

Amritsar is the home of the glorious Golden Temple, where the day starts with the holy devotions from the gurudwaras. Amritsar is a peaceful city that portrays the noble character of Punjab. This place is also famous for its Jallianwala Bagh massacre, and its nearness to Wagah Border. The finest food, clothes, joyful, and spiritual culture, and hospitality makes this place worth visiting.


DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, Mumbai (Google Map)

DEPARTURE TIME
Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.

INCLUDED
  • 5-night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned above hotels or equivalent
  • Assistance at the airport
  • Meal plan as mentioned above
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary by private tourist vehicle (Air conditioner in vehicles will not work in hilly areas)
  • Drivers allowances, toll taxes, and Govt. Service Tax

NOT INCLUDED
  • Air tickets and airport taxes
  • Entrance fee at Monuments
  • Guide service
  • Special activities as per the itinerary
  • Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides/drivers, etc.
  • Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monuments

PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS:

  •  In Dharamshala, visit Tsuglagkhang Complex (Museum and Home of Dalai Lama), Tour of Norbulingka Institute, Monasteries and Yoga/Meditation programs (optional)
  • Excursion to Khajjiar and Dalhousie sightseeing
  • In Amritsar, visit Harminder Sahib –The Golden Temple and Wagah (India- Pakistan border)
  • Assistance at airport and sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Start and End in Amritsar

NOTES:

  • MONUMENTS CLOSED ON
  • Dharamshala – Tibetan Institutes remain closed on Sunday & Second Saturday of Month, 15 Aug, All Tibetan Holidays.
  • Tibetan School Office is closed on all Saturdays.
  • Hotel Check-in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs
  • Heater charges in the room on a direct payment basis
  • The medium vehicle will be provided for 1-3 travelers and Innova will be provided for 4-5 travelers
  • Hotels located at Mall Road – Please note if the Vehicle is not allowed at Mall Road, then the guest will be dropped off at the nearest parking and they have to manage by walking.
  • Package cost will not be valid during public holidays, festivals, exhibitions, and long-weekends.
Day 01 Arrival in Amritsar | Drive to Dharamshala (200 km / approx. 4.5 hours)

Meet our representative upon arrival in Amritsar and proceed to Dharamshala – Perhaps one of the best holiday destinations since the time of the British. Situated amid coniferous forests, this place is renowned as the holy abode of The Dalai Lama- the leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Explore His home in this picturesque territory and the Centre of Tibetan culture to gain an insight into the place’s origin and history. Head to the hub of Buddhist culture in Dharamshala- McLeod Ganj and explore its myriad attractions, including the exotic Kangra valley. Check-in at the hotel upon arrival for overnight stay.

Day 02 Sightseeing in Dharamshala

After breakfast, visit Tsuglagkhang Complex – Centre of Tibetan culture, which includes a museum and the residence of His Holiness Dalai Lama – the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Later, visit popular monasteries, Tibetan medical center and the Church of St. John. Also, you may rejuvenate yourself with yoga and meditation retreats available in Dharamshala (optional). Overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Day 03 Drive from Dharamshala – Dalhousie (115 km / approx. 3.5 hours)

After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Dalhousie. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Later, visit Bhulwani Mata Mandir at Bara Pathar and hike up the Bakrota Hills to see an impressive view of snow-clad peaks. Also, see St. John’s Church. It was the first to be built after the town of Dalhousie was founded. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04 Trip to Khajjiar

After breakfast, drive to Khajjiar to spend the day in what is called India’s ‘mini-Switzerland’. Khajjiar is among the 160 places in the world that were officially given the title because of its resemblance to the lovely landscapes in Switzerland. The lush green meadows are a photographer’s delight. Khajjiar Lake is situated at the center of the plains. Return to Dalhousie for Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05 Drive from Dalhousie – Amritsar (200 km / approx. 4.5 hours)

After early breakfast, drive to Amritsar – colloquially known as Ambarsar, is a spiritually significant city for the followers of Sikhism. The city derives its name from the sacred pool, which was founded in 1574 by Guru Ram Das – the 4th Sikh guru. This holy pond circumscribes Harmandir Sahib, which is popularly known as the Golden Temple amongst devotees. After check-in at the hotel, proceed to India-Pakistan border at Wagah. Watch the ‘Beating the Retreat’ ceremony where soldiers of both countries bring down their respective national flags in their unique styles. After returning, visit the iconic Golden Temple. If time permits you may visit Jalianwala Bagh and Ranjit museum. Overnight stay in Amritsar.

Day 06 Departure from Amritsar

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Amritsar railway station/airport for the return journey back home. End of Services.

Amritsar, Punjab, India

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Hotels Offered:

City
NIghts
Category A
Category B
Category C
Meal
Dharamshala
2
Indraprastha Spa Resort
WH Grace Hotel
Royal Palace Resort
Breakfast & Dinner
Dalhousie
2
Amod
Indraprastha Resort
Namaskar Heights
Breakfast & Dinner
Amritsar
1
Hyatt Regency
Ramada
The Grand Galaxy
Breakfast

Packages Offered:

PACKAGE COST IN INR
Category A
Category B
Category C
Cost Per Person when 2 Pax Travelling
33569
27641
27641
Cost Per Person when 4 Pax Travelling
28964
23036
18615
Cost for Extra Adult / Child with Bed (Hotel cost only)
15476
11826
9180
 Inquiry Call: 09821076420
Starting From ₹23,220.00 (Per Adult) ₹9,180.00 (Per Child)

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