17 days tour

Foothills India Himalayas & Golden Triangle

$ 1,541 .02 USD

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Foothills India Himalayas & Golden Triangle

This tour includes:

Transport

All transfers and sightseeing by an air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. Drivers of our vehicles are experienced with good knowledge of the road conditions and well trained. The type of vehicles provided are as follows : Passenger Vehicle type โ€ข 1 -2 person Air-conditioned medium car such as Tata Indigo or similar โ€ข 3-4 persons Air-conditioned large car such as Toyota Innova or similar โ€ข 5-10 persons Air-conditioned mini-van such as Tempo Traveler or similar

Guide

Private & Knowledgeable English Speaking Tour Guide

Accommodation

โ€ข Accommodation in 3 Star Hotel in base category or similar. New Delhi Classic Diplomat Amritsar Best Western Sure Stay Dharamshala Nomadic Inn Paragpur Naurang Yatri Niwas Manali Snow Peak Retreat Shimla Rockyknob New Delhi Classic Diplomat Agra Atulyaa Taj Jaipur Vimal Heritage โ€ข Check-in Time : Throughout the trip, we request all our hotels prepare rooms in time as per your arrival time, especially if you are reaching the hotel prior to normal check-in time. (In India, normal check-in is at 14:00 hrs, check-out is at 12:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you wonโ€™t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. โ€ข Pre/Post Accommodation : If youโ€™ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. We will try our best to provide you same room for entire stay. Internet : Depending on the areas in which you travel, you may have limited access to the Internet. Hoteliers often charge for the connection (hourly or daily). โ€ข The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available due to high demand, we will book similar alternate hotels for you.

Others

Accommodation on twin sharing basis with bed & breakfast plan as per the itinerary. Transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary by AC vehicle. Local English speaking guides as per the sightseeing. For a groups of 6 and more travellers, an accompanying tour escort for whole tour will be provided. and the activities as mentioned in the itinerary. Two bottles of water per day. Learn Cooking Class with Local family All taxes, parking, tolls and driver expenses. Local assistance.

Meals

Daily Breakfast at hotel restaurant

Not included:

Flights

Any International and Domestic Flight not included

Others

International flights, Visa & Insurance. Tips, personal expenses & additional visits or extra use of vehicles. Anything not mentioned in the inclusions & itinerary. Extra Gala dinner on Christmas Eve and New Year Eve Dinner Charges if applicable

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Itinerary of your trip Foothills India Himalayas & Golden Triangle

  • Day 1 New Delhi Arrival
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      New Delhi Arrival

      You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore Delhi.

  • Day 2 New Delhi Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      New Delhi Sightseeing

      Today we enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Indiaโ€™s capital city. In Old Delhi we enjoy an exhilarating rickshaw ride around Chandni Chowk bazaar and visit the UNESCO-listed Humayunโ€™s Tomb. We also explore the giant Jama Masjid mosque and Raj Ghat, the site of Gandhiโ€™s cremation. An eternal flame now burns at the memorial in his honour. In New Delhi we stroll down the ceremonial Rajpath and see the India Gate monument, a memorial to those Indian soldiers who lost their lives in the First World War and Qutub Minar. This evening we enjoy a Namaste dinner at the hotel.

  • Day 3 New Delhi - Amritsar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      New Delhi - Amritsar

      This morning you will take drive to  the to Amritsar. After you arrive in the early afternoon you will be transferred to the hotel to check in, enjoying an afternoon at leisure.

  • Day 4 Amristar Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Amristar Sightseeing

      After having break fast full day tour of Amritsar. Begins with the visit of world famous Golden Temple โ€“ the most important & holiest Sikh Shrine. We will visit the Jallianwala Bagh, a historical place where massacre took place on April 13, 1919. Later in the evening visit the Wagah Border to witness the parade of Indian & Pakistan Soldiers. Return to the hotel and stay overnight.

  • Day 5 Amritsar - Dharamshala
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Amritsar - Dharamshala

      Travel 200kms to Dharamshala, passing through many small local villages on your way. Colonial in๏ฌ‚uence is evident in the city that is often called Little Lhasa.

  • Day 6 Dharamshala
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Dharamshala

      Today explore Dharamsala and McLeodganj. Places of interest include the Namgyal Monastery which resembles the original in Lhasa, the Kalachakra Temple with its interesting murals and the fascinating Norbulingka Institute, a major centre for Buddhist teaching opened to safeguard the survival of Tibetan Buddhismโ€™s cultural heritage.

  • Day 7 Dharamshala - Pragpur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Dharamshala - Pragpur

      This morning you will continue on your journey, travelling to Pragpur. This Heritage Village is located in the Kangra Valley, the birthplace of Indiaโ€™s oldest ruling lineage.

  • Day 8 Pragpur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Pragpur

      At leisure to enjoy Pragpur and the Kangra Valley. This area is ideal for walks, especially along the River Beas. The medieval hamlet of Pragpur with its cobbled streets has the distinction of being declared Indiaโ€™s first heritage village and has one of the finest remaining collections of traditional regional architecture.

  • Day 9 Pragpur - Manali
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Pragpur - Manali

      Continue on your tour, travelling to Manali. This beautiful township is known for its cool climate and snow-capped mountains. It is a haven for nature lovers.

  • Day 10 Manali
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Manali

      Visit the sacred temples and bazaars of Manali. In the afternoon you will visit another nearby village to see beautiful photographs and paintings of the Himalayas.

  • Day 11 Manali - Shimla
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Manali - Shimla

      After breakfast you will continue to Shimla, the summer capital of the Raj. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, it is home to panoramic sights of the valleys and peaks of the Himalayan Range.

  • Day 12 Shimla
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Shimla

       explore the town and surrounding area. Places of interest include Christ Church where the original chancel window was designed by Lockwood Kipling, Rudyardโ€™s father, nearby Gaiety Theatre and Town Hall which were both built at the turn of the 20th century in the โ€˜arts and craftsโ€™ style. Also of interest is the Tibetan Bazar and the grand Viceregal Lodge. In addition there are many walks in and around the town including the climb up Jakhu Hill from where there are excellent mountain views

  • Day 13 Shimla - Kalka - New Delhi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Shimla - Kalka - New Delhi

      after breakfast, drive to  Shimla railway station to catch toy train ride to Kalka railway station  and then drive to New Delhi On arrival in Delhi you will be assisted to your hotel for check in.

  • Day 14 New Delhi - Agra
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      New Delhi - Agra

      After breakfast drive to Agra. on arrival visit Taj Mahal and Agra Fort and overnight at hotel

  • Day 15 Agra - Jaipur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Agra - Jaipur

      On the 4th day of the Golden Triangle Tour, start your journey from Agra to Jaipur by road. On the way, halt at Fatehpur Sikri, the abandoned Mughal town. The attractions you will cover include Jama Masjid, Jodha Bai Palace, Birbal Bhawan, Panch Mahal and the Buland Darwaza and On reaching Jaipur, check-in at the hotel for night stay.


      You will then go to the home of a local Jaipur where you will learn about basic Indian ingredients and spices. Following the hostโ€™s instructions followed by cooking class  you will prepare a meal of authentic local dishes and then enjoy it together.

  • Day 16 Jaipur
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Jaipur

      is scheduled for Jaipur city tour in which you will enjoy an elephant ride to Amber Fort. In the afternoon, take a road trip to the Jaipur city covering City Palace, Jantar Mantar, Nawab Sahab ki Haveli and the local bazaars. Post sightseeing, return to the hotel for night stay.

  • Day 17 Jaipur - New Delhi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Jaipur - New Delhi

      Post breakfast, begin the drive from Jaipur to Delhi. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the airport to board flight for onward journey.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 100

Age range allowed for this experience.

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