Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive In Delhi

Meeting and assistance on arrival and transfer to hotel. delhi, india's capital - a canvas that reflects the complexities, contradictions, beauty, and dynamism of a city where the past co-exist with the present. many dynasties ruled from here, and the city is rich in the architecture of its monuments. diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of the city have enriched its character. exploring the city can be a fascinating and rewarding experience. afternoon half-day sightseeing of old delhi & new delhi visiting red fort, built-in 1648 by mughal emperor shah jahan, drive past jama masjid - one of india's longest mosques raj ghat and shanti vana - the cremation sited of mahatma gandhi and jawahar lal nehru, red fort later visit chandni chowk - shopping center of delhi, qutub minar built by qutub - ud - din - aibek in 1199, india gate (war memorial arch), lakshminarayan temple - a modern hindu temple. also drive past president house, parliament house, government secretariat buildings, and connaught place - shopping center of new delhi. overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi - Manali (550 Kms)

After breakfast, depart by surface for manali and check-in at the hotel. according to legend, manali was born when the great deluge waters receded, and the seventh manu's ark came to rest on a hillside in this valley. as the earth dried up, there came up a place of breathtaking beauty named after the significant sags. over the last decade, manali has grown from a back of the beyond himachali town to a busy tourist destination. surrounded by towering peaks at arm's length, manali's primary asset is its proximity to the snowline, never more than a few hours' drive from the town nestling at a comfortable 2,050 meters. overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Manali Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for half day city tour visiting hadimba devi temple, doongri temple houses. goddess hadimba (hiram devi) has a four-tiered pagoda-shaped roof with a doorway carved with figures and symbols. tibetan monastery - a new and colorful buddhist temple.

Day 4: Manali - Shimla (250 Kms)

After breakfast, depart by surface for shimla and check-in at the hotel. shimla - the capital of himachal pradesh and former summer capital of british india, shimla is the state's most important center. bulging at its seams with unprecedented expansion, shimla retains a colonial aura, with its grand old buildings, the stately viceregal lodge, charming iron lampposts anglo-saxon names. the mall, packed with shops and eateries, is the center of attraction. scandal point, associated with the former maharaja of the patiala's escapades, offers a view of distant snowclad peaks.

Day 5: Shimla Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for a half-day city tour visiting jakhoo hill, shimla's highest point, and a panoramic view of the town, hills, and mountain ranges with spectacular views at sunrise and sunset. institute of advanced study, housed in the former viceregal lodge, built-in 1888, tara devi temple offers panoramic views. himachal state museum has a rich display of the state's cultural, artistic, and archaeological heritage. overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Shimla - Delhi (350 Kms, Departure)

In time transfer to delhi airport/railway station to connect flight / train for the onward destination.

Inclusions

• Sightseeing by private air conditioned car
• Hotel accommodation for 5 nights on twin sharing
• Breakfast in hotel of stay
• Pickup and drop back to hotel / airport in New Delhi.
• Bottled water
• English speaking approved guide
• Private uniformed driver
• All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions

• Monument Fee
• Food and Drinks
• Gratuities (Optional)