TAJ DARSHAN & HIMALAYAN PLEASURE
New Delhi, Agra, Kufri, Shimla, Kullu Valley, Solang Valley & Manali
Delhi (4N), Shimla (2N), Manali (3)
10 Days / 9 Nights

Arrival & Exit Port: Indira Gandhi International, New Delhi

Day 01:
Delhi Arrival

On Arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transferred to Hotel. After fresh n up, if time permits, visit Akshardham Temple (optional). Evening at leisure or free for shopping in the open market.

NEW DELHI
Delhi, officially the National Capital Territory of Delhi, is the Capital territory of Indi. It has a population about 11 million and a massive metropolitan population of about 16.3 million, making it the second most populous city and second most populous urban agglomeration in India. New Delhi is a district, which serves as the Capital of India and seat of the executive, legislative and judiciary branch of the Govt. of India. It is also the centre of the Govt. of the National Capital Territory of Delhi. New Delhi is situated within the metropolis of Delhi.

The foundation stone of the New Delhi City was laid by George V Emperor of India during Delhi Durbar of 1911. The City was designed by British Architects, Sir Edwin Lutyen’s and Sir Herbert Baker. The New Capital was inaugurated on 13th February 1931 by India’s Viceroy Lord Irwin.

SWAMINARAYAN AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE
Swaminarayan Akshardham is a Hindu temple, and spiritual-cultural campus. Akshardham Temple Complex displays millennia of traditional and modern Hindu culture, spirituality, and architecture. Evening, return to Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 02 :
Agra: Transfer to Agra
Transfer to Agra (240kms / 4-5hrs approx., one way)
Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays

Morning, after breakfast, transfer to Agra.
Agra, the erstwhile capital of India under the great Mughals and home to Taj Mahal, has always fascinated the Indians as well as foreigners alike. Most of Agra is on the west bank of Agra with the Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal at its nucleus.

On Arrival, proceed to visit the world famous Taj Mahal (closed on fridays), the eternal and extravagant monument expressing the enduring love of Emperor Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj took 22,000 laborer’s from Central Asia and India were employed. Later, if time permits, visit Akbar’s magnificent Agra Fort, which dominates the center of the city and Itmad-ud-Daulah tomp built by Nur Jahan in memory of her parents. Later, return to Delhi for overnight stay in Delhi Hotel.
Important Note: Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays.

Day 03 :
New Delhi: Local Sightseeing of Delhi
Note: Many Monuments in Delhi are closed on Monday

Breakfast is taken at the Hotel. Later, city tour of Delhi, beginning with a morning sightseeing trip to Old Delhi and followed by visits to 1648 Red Fort, India’s largest mosque – Juma Masjid (optional) and Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat. Later, visit India Gate, Parliament & President’s House (view only), Teen Murti Bhawan, Indira Gandhi Museum, Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar. Evening, return to Hotel for overnight stay in Delhi Hotel.

Day 04 :
Transfer from Delhi to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Distance : 380 kms, 9-11hrs drive one way, approx

After breakfast, proceed to Shimla. On Arrival in Shimla, check in at Hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Hotel in Shimla.

Shimla, the capital city of Himachal, was the former summer capital of British India, set amidst the snow caped “Shivalik Mountains”. The mountain offers some of the most stunning views of the mighty Himalayas.

Important Note: If you are travelling by train to Shimla, you may need to excuse us for delay, if any, in picking you up from Shimla Railway Station, as arrival timings may be affected due to weather conditions and local arrangements ( irregular schedules).

Day 05 :
Shimla: Local Sightseeing of Shimla

After breakfast, visit Kufri in the morning (altitude of 2,622 meter). “Kufri” is a tourist hotspot for its awesome scenic and sports activities.

Afternoon, free to explore Shimla town, on your own, “The Mall & Ridge”. The Mall Road is a large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges. Shimla’s landmarks – the neo- gothic structure of Christ Church and the neo – Tudor library building – are worth seeing.

Note: our vehicle wont be allowed to enter Mall Road in Shimla. Hence, Guest may need to arrange local taxi or walk to explore the Mall Road on your own. Overnight stay in Hotel in Shimla

Day 06 :
Transfer: Shimla to Manali
Shimla / Manali Distance – 265kms / 10hrs approx.

After breakfast, leave for Manali, on the way, if time permits, enjoy sight-seeing like Pandoh dam, Kullu Valley and Kullu Rafting point. Kullu (Raison) is famous for white water rafting (optional, payable directly). Evening arrive in Manali & check in at Hotel for overnight stay in Manali.

Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in northern Himachal. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It’s also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass. A favourite destination for honeymooners & leisure travellers.

Day 07 :
Local Sightseeing of Solang Valley & Atal Tunnel

Afterbreakfast, visit Solang Valley and Atal Tunnel.  Later return to Hotel.  Rest of the day at Leisure or free to visit Mall Road, on your own.   later,  return to Hotel for overnight stay in Hotel in Manali.

Solang Valley derives its name from combination of words Solang and Nallah. It is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley in Himachal, 14 km northwest of the resort town Manali on the way to Rohtang Pass, and is known for its summer and winter sport condition. Solang Valley is famous for adventure activities in Manali. Enjoy activities like snow scooter, skiing, tube slide (in winter season) paragliding, Cable Car Ride, Horse riding, mountain bike etc (your own cost, all activities subject to availability at the time of your visit).

Atal Tunnel (also known as Rohtang Tunnel) is a highway tunnel built under the Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas on the Leh-Manali Highway in Himachal Pradesh at a length of 9.02 km. It is the longest tunnel above 10,000 feet (3,048 m) in the world and is named after former Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee. With the existing Atal Tunnel and after the completion of under-construction Shingo La Tunnel, which is targeted to be completed by 2024, both the Leh-Manali Highway and the Nimmu–Padum–Darcha road routes will become all-weather road. After Solang Valley, if time permits, visit Atal Tunnel.

Day 08 :
Raison, Kullu Valley Visit

After a leisurely breakfast; proceed for Manali Sightseeing. Manali local sightseeing includes Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht Hot springs and Tibetans Monastery. Later, proceed to Kullu Valley, and stop at Raison to enjoy river rafting and other adventure activities.  Evening, return to Hotel for overnight stay in Hotel in Manali

Kullu Valley is a broad open valley in Himachal, formed by the Beas River between Manali and Largi. This valley is famous for its temples, beauty and its majestic hills covered with pine and deodar forest and sprawling apple orchards.

Raison, famous for white water rafting, is a stopover, which has vast camping grounds maintained by Himachal Tourism.

Day 09 :
Transfer to Delhi
Distance: 580kms / 14-16 hrs drive

Breakfast is taken at Hotel. Later, drive back to Delhi by Surface
On Arrival, check in at Hotel in Delhi for overnight stay.

Day 10
Departure Transfer
Breakfast is taken at Hotel. Later, proceed to Airport to connect flight for onward journey.
End of out Services

Important Note :  Transport : A/C will be switched off during hill drives. Any increase in taxes or imposition of new taxes shall have to be borne by the customer. Vehicle is available as per the itinerary and will not be at disposal unless mentioned in the package inclusions. Charges applicable on any extra kilometers or hours can be paid directly to the transport vendor.

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