Transport

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

Guide

Private & Professional Guide cum Driver as per tour programme

Accommodation

• Accommodation in base category room of a Standard (3*) hotel. • 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 12:00 hrs, check-out is at 10:00 hrs). This may not be always possible to manage early check-in for you; in that case you won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, you can store your luggage and explore the new destination. • Pre/Post Accommodation : If you’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. • 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). • The style of accommodation indicated is a guideline. On rare occasions, if the suggested hotels are not available because of high demand, we will book alternate similar hotels for you.

Meals

Daily Breakfast at Multicuisne restaurant of hotels

Others

Warm Welcome by Our representative Airport / Railway Station Covering ultimate travel destinations in India Accommodation in standard category of rooms at 3 star hotels Accommodation in hotels on Bed and Breakfast basis. Complimentary Mineral water bottle during your tour is provided in the car. Air-conditioned transports per itinerary. Local contacts at our associate offices throughout India 24X7 local support All currently applicable taxes for hotels and transport

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Flights

Domestic and International flight tickets have to be booked on your own, once you book your international flight tickets, please share with us your schedule so that we can arrange your smooth pick-up and drop off from airport to hotel on your arrival day and hotel to the airport on the departure day. Passports and Visas : All travelers listed on the Participant Information form must be in possession of a valid passport and all relevant visas. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have valid travel documentation, including but not limited to passports and visas, which meet the requirements of immigration and other Government authorities at every destination. If your itinerary includes travel to any other country besides India, please check on visa requirements for each country that you will visit. Any fines, penalties, payments or expenditures incurred as a result of such documents not meeting the requirements of those authorities will be your sole responsibility.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. We recommend World Nomads, a company recommended by Lonely Planet.

Others

•Any airfare (International or Domestic) •Monument entry fees •Any mandatory Gala Dinner on Christmas and New Year Eve •Any item of personal nature viz. Laundry •Charges, telephone bills, drinks, shopping, etc •Any items that is not mentioned under Inclusions

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

Delhi Arrival

Arriving Delhi, you will clear customs and immigration. Leaving the airport, you will be met by our representative, holding a placard with your name on it in the arrival lounge. Arrival transfer to hotel. Assistance for check-in will be provided. After check-in overnight at hotel.
Day 2 Delhi - Haridwar (218 Km - 5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi - Haridwar (218 Km - 5 Hours)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Haridwar - The city of holy Ganges, Haridwar is lies on the foothills of the Himalayas, is the point from where the legendary Ganges reaches the plains.

On arrival check-in into hotel. After check-in you will see Har Ki Pauri - This ghat is one of the most sacred ghats in India. Mansa Devi - This temple is located on top of a hill called the Bilwa Parvat. The temple can be reached by the rope way or one can take the normal trekking route to the top. Chandi Devi - This temple is on the top of a hill called the Neel Parvat which is on the other side of the river Ganga. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 Haridwar - Rishkesh - Haridwar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Haridwar - Rishkesh - Haridwar

After breakfast full day tour of Rishikesh. You will see Lakshman Jhula - This is the major attraction of Rishikesh. It was built in 1939. Gita Bhavan - Recently constructed, Gita Bhawan, situated just across the Lakshman Jhula, boasts of its impressive paintings and statues from the Hindu mythology. Neelkanth Mahadeo - Located 12 km from Rishikesh is Neelkantha Mahadeo, the place where Lord Shiva drank the venom. Triveni Ghat - This bathing ghat is thronged by thousands of pilgrims daily in the evening and morning, who take bath here and attend the Maha Aarti being performed at the Ghat.

In the evening attend Ganga Aarti which is celebrated at 7 pm each night, is a spectacular sight, when the aarti ceremony is performed at all temples in Haridwar at the same instant. Hundreds throng to the ghats at Hari-ki-Pairi to participate in this festival. Offerings of lamps and flowers are made to the river immediately following this ceremony and it is a moving sight to watch hundreds of miniature lamps float along the river. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4 Haridwar - Shimla (280Km - 7 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Haridwar - Shimla (280Km - 7 Hours)

After an early breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Shimla - the popular summer capital of the British times is a proud capital city of the state of Himachal Pradesh.

On arrival check-in into hotel. After check-in explore Shimla, capital of Himachal and former summer capital of the British, set amidst, the snow capped, shaivalik, mountains which offer some of the most beautiful views of the Himalayas. Visiting Indian Institute Of Advanced Studies, Sankat Mochan Temple and Jakhu Temple. Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town - The Mall & The Ridge. Overnight at hotel
Day 5 Shimla Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shimla Sightseeing

After breakfast full day sightseeing of Shimla. First of all visit The Shimla Ridge, which offers spectacular views of the mountain peaks of the land. The Ridge is a spacious open space that runs from east to west along the Mall, which is yet another famous tourist destination. The marvelous view of snow-clad mountain ranges spellbinds you. The mountains apart, you get to view Christ Church, an ancient church that displays the power of Neo-Gothic architectural brilliance and Tudor Library, another popular attraction. You also get to have an excellent view of the Mall located beneath the Ridge. Later on visit Shimla State Museum, which is situated at the top of Mount Pleasant. Also known as Himachal State Museum and Library, it was built in the year 1974. It was constructed to preserve the cultural richness of the state and to record its rich past. The colonial style building amidst marvelous lawns in itself is an inspiring sight. It gives you an in depth view of the city’s glorious past. In the afternoon a visit to Kufriwhich is located 19 kms away from Shimla. At an altitude of 2510 meters and in the Himalayan foothills, the hill station delights nature lovers and adventurers alike. Kufri along with some places around Shimla once belonged to the Nepal kingdom. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 Shimla - Kullu - Manali
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Shimla - Kullu - Manali

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and and drive to Kullu - Blessed with an abundance of Natural beauty.

Later on continue drive to Manali - Situated at the northern end of the kullu valley, Manali has spectacular views of snowcapped peaks and wooded slopes. On arrival check-in into Hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 Manali Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Manali Sightseeing

After breakfast full day excursion to nearby places. Visit Hadimba or Dhungiri temple which is one of the most important temples in the region.

t, get ready for an excursion to Solang Valley. Later, if time permits, enjoy the city tour visiting some of the prominent spots and attractions including Hadimba Devi Temple also called Dhungri Temple; Manu Temple; Tibetan Monastery and Vashisth Village - known for its temples and sulfur hot springs, endowed with great healing powers. Overnight stay is at hotel in Manali.
Day 8 Manali - Dharamshala (218 Km - 6 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Manali - Dharamshala (218 Km - 6 Hours)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Dharamsala which is the main hill station in the Kangra Valley - a fertile, undulating valley, lying between the gentle Shivalik Hills and the foothills of the mighty Dhauladhars - a valley noted for the beauty of its scenery - lush terraces, wooded hills, manicured tea gardens and sparkling streams. On arrival check-in into hotel. Rest of the day free to relax at your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 Dharamshala Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Dharamshala Sightseeing

After breakfast enjoy full day tour of Dharamsala. Set against the magnificent backdrop of the towering Dhauladhar ranges, Dharamshala, lies perched up on the high slopes of the Kangra valley. Dharamshala is better known as Dalai Lama’s abode and Tibet’s Government-in-exile. A visit to the Namgyal Monastery, ensconcing the Center of Tibetan Studies is nothing short of mandatory. Visit McLeodGanj - Little Lhasa is thick with the Tibetan cultural feel. Later, visit the Kangra Art Musem, which has a treasure trove of the art and crafts of region. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Dharamshala - Amristar (200 Km - 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Dharamshala - Amristar (200 Km - 4 Hours)

After an early breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive to Amritsar. On arrival check-in into hotel. In the afternoon an excursion to visit Wagah Border - One of the many nearby places to visit from Amritsar is the Wagah Border. Located on the Indo-Pakistan border, Wagah is 28 kilometres from the Amritsar main town. In the late evening come back to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 Amritsar
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Amritsar

After breakfast visit The Golden Temple - A symbol of the magnificence and strength of the Sikh people all over the world, the Golden temple is the most visited tourist attraction of Amritsar.

Later on visit Maharaja Ranjit Singh Summer Palace Museum- The summer place of Maharaja Ranjit Singh which is situated in the heart of Ram Bagh, Amritsar, Houses the Museum.

Later on visit Jallianwala Bagh which is just the walking distance from the Golden Temple. Jalianwala has a special importance attached to it with respect to India’s freedom struggle On April 13, 1919 on the aucpicious day of Baisakhi hundreds of men,women and chidren sacrificed their lives in front of ruthless firing of the british forces. Also visit Ram Bagh which is a beautiful garden with the summer Palace of Maharana Ranjit Singh in its centre.
Day 12 Amritsar - New Delhi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Amritsar - New Delhi

After breakfast, drive to New Delhi and check into hotel
Day 13 Delhi Sightseeing
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Delhi Sightseeing

After breakfast full day city tour of Delhi which is India’s bustling capital city. Covering India Gate which is a famous war memorial at the east end of Rajpath. AlsovisitGandhi Smriti. The residence of industrialist BD Birla has been converted into a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, where he used to stay during his visits to Delhi. Gandhiji was assassinated here on his way to offer customary evening prayers. Later on visit the beautiful Akshardham temple. The grand, ancient-styled Swaminarayan Akshardham complex was built in only five years through the efforts of 11,000 artisans and BAPS volunteers.

In the late afternoon visit Qutab Minar which is 72.5 m in height and has a mosque at the base. It is a magnificent structure whose construction started in 1199 by a Muslim King Qutab-ud-din Aibak (after whom it was named) and was finished by his heir IItutmish. Laterondrive pastPresident’s House, Parliament House & Secretariat Building.
Day 14 New Delhi - Agra (200Km - 4 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

New Delhi - Agra (200Km - 4 Hours)

After breakfast, you will drive to agra, you will initiate the sightseeing tour of Agra. You will visit Agra Fort and Taj Mahal, both of which are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Day 15 Agra - Jaipur (250Km - 5 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Agra - Jaipur (250Km - 5 Hours)

After having breakfast and checking out from the hotel, you will leave for Jaipur en route visiting Fatehpur Sikri. You can visit Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Panch Mahal, Buland Darwaza and other famous edifices in Fatehpur Sikri. Then you will depart for Jaipur. Overnight stay is in Jaipur.
Day 16 Jaipur
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Jaipur city covering Jantar Mantar (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) observatory. Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) built in the late 18th century exclusively for the royal women so that they could peer down unseen by the world through its 953 ornate windows called “jharokhas” and balconies. Lastly, visit City Palace, from where the Maharajas of Jaipur ruled, situated at the heart of the city, which also houses the City Palace Museum.
Day 17 Jaipur - New Delhi (250Km - 6 Hours)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Jaipur - New Delhi (250Km - 6 Hours)

After having breakfast in the hotel, you will depart for New Delhi airport

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Itinerary of your trip Foothills Himalayas & Spiritual India

Delhi Arrival

Delhi - Haridwar (218 Km - 5 Hours)

Haridwar - Rishkesh - Haridwar

Haridwar - Shimla (280Km - 7 Hours)

Shimla Sightseeing

Shimla - Kullu - Manali

Manali Sightseeing

Manali - Dharamshala (218 Km - 6 Hours)

Dharamshala Sightseeing

Dharamshala - Amristar (200 Km - 4 Hours)

Amritsar

Amritsar - New Delhi

Delhi Sightseeing

New Delhi - Agra (200Km - 4 Hours)

Agra - Jaipur (250Km - 5 Hours)

Jaipur

Jaipur - New Delhi (250Km - 6 Hours)

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