About the trip
Experience the best of Himachal Pradesh with this 7-day tour covering Manali, Dharamshala, and Dalhousie. Begin your journey in Chandigarh and travel to Manali, where you’ll explore serene temples, hot springs, and local handicrafts. Continue to Dharamshala for a blend of Tibetan culture and scenic beauty, visiting monasteries, tea gardens, and historical landmarks. Next, head to Dalhousie and enjoy leisure time amid its tranquil landscapes. Embark on an excursion to Khajjiar, the "Mini Switzerland of India," and Chamba, known for its heritage and natural charm. End your journey with a comfortable transfer back to Chandigarh for departure.
Meals
6 Breakfast and 6 Dinner
Highlights
- 6 Nights’ Accommodation in All Three Places
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- All Tours and Transfers are on Private Basis
- Manali Sightseeing with Hadimba Devi Temple
- Dharamshala Local Sightseeing
- Excursion to Khajjiar and Chamba
Meals
6 Breakfast and 6 Dinner
Accommodation
Manali - 7 options
Sarthak Resorts
2 night(s) in Manali
Sarthak Regency
2 night(s) in Manali
Hotel Divine Paradise Manali
2 night(s) in Manali
Hotel Divine Paradise Manali
2 night(s) in Manali
Comfort Inn Snow Park, Manali
2 night(s) in Manali
AHR Grace Resort and Spa
2 night(s) in Manali
Manali Heights
2 night(s) in Manali
Dharamshala - 7 options
Hotel Pong View
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
Hotel Pong View
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
Best Western Plus Revanta
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
ALPINE HOTEL & VILLAS
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
Hotel Inclover
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
Indraprastha Spa Resort
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
D'Polo Club & Spa Resort
2 night(s) in Dharamshala
Dalhousie - 4 options
Hotel President
2 night(s) in Dalhousie
Aaroham By Aamod
2 night(s) in Dalhousie
SS Resorts
2 night(s) in Dalhousie
Indraprastha Resort Dalhousie
2 night(s) in Dalhousie
Included in the price
Manali
- Visit the Buddhist Monastery
- Explore Handicraft Center
- Visit Hadimba Devi Temple
- Visit Vashisht Village and Stop by Vashisht Hot Baths
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- To and Fro Airport / Railway Station on Private Vehicle
Dharamshala
- Visit Tibetan Medical Centre
- Visit St. John in the Wilderness Church
- Dal Lake and Bhagsu Nag Temple
- Visit Tibetan Monastery
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
Dalhousie
- Excursion to Khajjiar
- Visit Khajji Nag Temple
- Visit Chamba
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
Manali
- Visit the Buddhist Monastery
- Explore Handicraft Center
- Visit Hadimba Devi Temple
- Visit Vashisht Village and Stop by Vashisht Hot Baths
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- To and Fro Airport / Railway Station on Private Vehicle
Dharamshala
- Visit Tibetan Medical Centre
- Visit St. John in the Wilderness Church
- Dal Lake and Bhagsu Nag Temple
- Visit Tibetan Monastery
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
Dalhousie
- Excursion to Khajjiar
- Visit Khajji Nag Temple
- Visit Chamba
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 1: Arrival In Chandigarh And Transfer To Manali
- Upon arrival at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station, meet our representative and embark on a scenic drive to the serene hill station of Manali. Enjoy the breathtaking journey through picturesque landscapes before arriving at your hotel. Check in, relax, and savor a delightful dinner before settling in for a comfortable overnight stay in Manali.
- (Dinner)
Day 2: Full Day Manali Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, begin your day by visiting the Buddhist Monastery, known for its peaceful atmosphere and intricate designs. Explore the Handicraft Center, where you can find a variety of traditional crafts and souvenirs. Continue to the Hadimba Devi Temple, an ancient cave shrine surrounded by lush cedar forests, dedicated to Hidimbi Devi from the Mahābhārata, offering a serene and spiritual experience.
- Later, visit Vashisht Village, a picturesque hillside settlement famous for its natural hot springs. Stop by the Vashisht hot baths, where sulfur-rich waters are piped into modern bathhouses, perfect for relaxation. Return to your hotel by late afternoon and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. End the day with an overnight stay at the hotel.
- (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 3: Transfer From Manali To Dharamshala With Half Day Dharamshala Sightseeing
- After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Manali and proceed to Dharamshala, the serene winter capital of Himachal Pradesh and the home of the Dalai Lama. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel in Dharamshala and refresh yourself.
- Later, explore Dharamshala’s highlights by visiting the Tibetan Medical Centre, known for its traditional treatments using rare Tibetan medicines. Visit St. John in the Wilderness Church, famous for its intricate Belgian stained-glass windows gifted by Lady Elgin. Additionally, discover the Kangra Art Museum, stroll through the picturesque Tea Gardens, and visit the sacred Kunal Pathri Temple, each offering a unique glimpse into the region’s culture and beauty. Return back to your hotel in Dharamshala for your overnight stay.
- (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 4: Full Day Dharamshala Local Sightseeing
- Start your day with a hearty breakfast before heading out to explore the key attractions of Dharamshala. Begin with visits to the serene Dal Lake, the historic Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple, and the Tibetan Monastery, all surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
- After lunch, continue your journey with a visit to the Tibetan Medical Centre, renowned for its traditional treatments, and the iconic St. John Church, one of the region's oldest landmarks. Some of the other places to visit include Kangra Art Museum, Tea Gardens and Kunal Pathri Temple. Enjoy a restful overnight stay at your hotel in Dharamshala.
- (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 5: Transfer From Dharamshala To Dalhousie
- After breakfast, check out from your hotel Dharamshala and drive to Dalhousie, a scenic hill station in Himachal. Known for its vibrant rhododendrons, lush greenery, and pristine air, Dalhousie offers beautiful landscapes and painted rock carvings of Buddhist deities along the ridge. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel in Dalhousie and refresh yourself. Rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore Dalhousie on your own. Overnight stay at the hotel in Dalhousie.
- (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 6: Excursion To Khajjiar And Chamba
- After breakfast, set out for an excursion to Khajjiar (approximately 30 km from Dalhousie). This scenic, saucer-shaped plateau is surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests, with a beautiful central glade. Visit the historic Khajji Nag Temple, which features life-size wooden statues of the five Pandav brothers and snake idols dedicated to Naga, the lord of serpents. You can also enjoy activities like horse riding and zorbing (at own cost).
- Next, proceed to Chamba, located around 25 km from Khajjiar. Explore the local sights and enjoy the scenic beauty before returning to Dalhousie in the evening. End your day with a relaxing overnight stay at the hotel.
- (Breakfast and Dinner)
Day 7: Transfer From Dalhousie To Chandigarh For Departure
- After breakfast, complete the check-out formalities and start your road journey to Chandigarh, a drive of around 8 hours. Once you reach Chandigarh, you will be escorted to the airport or railway station to catch your flight or train back home.
- (Breakfast)
Exclusions
Expand- Personal expenses
- Room service and special orders (alcoholic, non-alcoholic beverages, etc)
- Porter charges, guide charges, heater charges, sightseeing entrance ticket charges
- Meals other than mentioned above
- Excursion to Rohtang Pass till snow point
- Government Service tax (5%)
- NOTE: A.C (wherever applicable) will operate only in Plain Roads and not in Hills
Terms and Conditions
Expand- If the mentioned hotels are not available at the time of the booking, we will provide similar basis hotels.
- Given package cost is on basic first category room. If guest want to upgrade room category, supplement cost will be borne by guest.
- Early check-in and late check-out are not included and if the guests want to do so, then there will be an additional supplement and should be borne by the guests
- Itinerary cost does not include any personal nature expenses. Such as laundry, liquor, porterage etc.
- There is no refund for any unutilized services (meals, sightseeing, etc)
- Optional sightseeing has to be pre-book with an additional cost.
- Package once bought is non-refundable
- The itinerary can be altered due to unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather/ heavy traffic conditions. No refunds will be provided in such cases.
- Request to all guest: please don’t leave any unattended item in vehicle while leaving the vehicle. We are not responsible for any loss or damage.
- Any damage caused to the hotel rooms or to the vehicle during the stay/transfer will be the responsibility of the passengers, and we shall not be held liable.
