The Ultimate Northern Odyssey: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Amritsar & Katra

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Tour Plan :

Day 1: Delhi/Chandigarh – Shimla (340 kms - 8 hrs /110 kms - 4 hrs)

Pick up from Delhi/Chandigarh airport or railway station and drive to Shimla. Upon arrival, Check in and Overnight in stay at Shimla.

Day 2: Shimla – Kufri Sightseeing

Visit Kufri for snow activities or scenic views, Himalayan Wildlife Zoo, and Kufri Fun Park. Explore Shimla’s Mall Road, Ridge, Christ Church, and Scandal Point. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 3: Shimla – Manali (250 kms - 8 hrs)

Check out and drive to Manali. Enjoy scenic views of Beas River and the mountains en route. Check in to the hotel upon arrival. Overnight in Manali.

Day 4: Manali – Local Sightseeing

Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Tibetan Monastery, and Van Vihar. Spend the evening exploring Mall Road. Overnight in Manali.

Day 5: Manali Solany Vallet Or Rothang Pass

After breakfast excursion to Solang Valley and Atul turnal back to Hotel. You can enjoy activities at extra cost like:- Paragliding, Cable Car Ropeway, Zorbing, Snow Scooter, Skiing, Horse Riding, and also can enjoy a short Trek to “Anjani Mahadev”.
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Excursion to Rohatang Pass till snow point (Guest Own on direct payment & Subject to Permit). Situated at an altitude of 3979 mtrs above sea level and 51 kms outside Manali is the mighty Rohtang Pass – the gateway to Lahaul-Spiti valley. It affords a wide panoramic view of the mountains. Evening at Leisure. Overnight stay in Manali.

Day 6: Manali – Dharamshala (220 kms - 7 hrs)

Check out and drive to Dharamshala. Enjoy scenic views of the Dhauladhar range en route. Check in to the hotel upon arrival. Overnight in Dharamshala.

Day 7: Dharamshala – McLeod Ganj Sightseeing

Visit Dalai Lama Temple, Bhagsu Waterfall, St. John’s Church, Tibetan Museum, and McLeod Ganj local market. Overnight in Dharamshala.

Day 8: Dharamshala – Dalhousie (120 kms - 5 hrs)

Check out and drive to Dalhousie. En route, enjoy picturesque views of the mountains. Check in to the hotel and relax. Overnight in Dalhousie.

Day 9: Dalhousie – Khajjiar Excursion

After breakfast, Visit St. John’s Church, Panchpula, Subhash Baoli, and Khajjiar, known as “Mini Switzerland,” and enjoy activities like zorbing and horse riding. If time termits visit Ajith Singh Smarak and Satadhara Springs. Overnight in Dalhousie.
Note: In case of heavy snowfall during winters the road to Khajjiar will be blocked. In such case you can still visit Khajjiar from an alternate route with an extra transport at additional price. Or you can visit nearby sightseeing Chamera lake with no additional price.

Day 10: Dalhousie – Amritsar (200 kms - 7 hrs)

Check out and drive to Amritsar. Visit Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and Wagah Border ceremony (if time permits). Check in and Overnight in Amritsar.

Day 11: Amritsar – Katra (270 kms - 6 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Katra. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Katra.

Day 12: Katra – Vaishno Devi Darshan

Early morning, proceed for the trek to Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine (or take a pony/helicopter at your own expense). Return to the hotel and relax. Overnight in Katra.

Day 13: Departure from Katra/Jammu

After breakfast, check out and drop at Katra/Jammu airport or railway station for your onward journey. Return home with pleasant memories of your Crystal Tour, which will surely be cherished for a lifetime.

Package Inclusion :

Pick-up from Delhi/Chandigarh & drop services at Katra/Jammu airport or railway station.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner (set menu) as mentioned in the itinerary
NGT terms applicable for vehicles in Himachal.
Private vehicle for travel as per itinerary (AC will be off in hilly terrain, vehicle not at disposal).
All toll taxes, driver’s allowance, parking charges.
All applicable taxes, except GST.

Package Exclusion :

GST 5% (Government Tax) on total package price.
Any services or activities not included in the itinerary, including entrance fees and guide charges for sightseeing.
Airfare, Railway Fare, Ferries, etc.
Any item not mentioned in the "Tour Inclusions" section.
Extra costs due to illness, accidents, hospitalization, or personal emergencies.
Tips for guide, driver, and restaurants.
Porterage (coolie charges), laundry, telephone charges, shopping, alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), and items of personal nature.
Any upgrade in airline class or hotel room category, and entrance fees to sightseeing places.
Meals other than those specified in ‘Inclusions’.
Guide fees, monument entrance fees, and camera fees.
Extra usage of vehicle beyond the itinerary.
Rohtang Pass permit charges.
Pony/heli services at Vaishno Devi.
Adventure activities such as safari, rides, surfing, paragliding, etc.

Package Policy & Terms :

All packages are customizable, except for Fixed Departures.
Guests are requested to have all discussions in writing; verbal communications will not be entertained.
Crystal Tours and Travels offers customizable packages as per the guest’s preferences.
The company may make changes to the tour for reasons such as acts of God, technical issues, service problems, government policies, or other similar situations.
A package will only be considered booked once the advance payment is received.
Delays may cause certain inconveniences.