Destinations Covered: Delhi - Amritsar - Dharamshala - Taragarh - Pragpur - Shimla - Delhi
Mountains & Monasteries tour is a magical tour of the mystical Himalayas. Your journey will begin in the Imperial capital, Delhi where you will witness the heritage and grandeur of the Mughal Empire. The next stop is to find bliss in Golden Temple of Amritsar. Proceed to Himachal. Stop to explore mystical misty valleys of Dharamshala. Do pay a visit to the monastery where the holy Dalai Lama resides. Explore Taragarh and Pragpur, secret hill stations dotted with beautiful temples and tea plantations. Your tour will end in Shimla, where apple orchards and lush forests are framed by snow-capped Himalayan peaks.
On arrival in Delhi, check in to your hotel. The day is at your leisure so make your own plans. Delhi is not just one city, but a city of cities. The mix of cultures, histories and other pleasures have created a treasure trove waiting to be explored. Go sightseeing the architectural marvels of the city. Grab a bite of scrumptious delights. Shopping and the exciting nightlife add to the fun.
Overnight stay in the hotel.
After a leisurely morning, get ready for sightseeing. Spend the day discovering Old and New Delhi. The old town is replete with tokens of the Mughal Empire. Get a glimpse of Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, etc. The New Delhi, Lutyens' creation is one of the best cities built during British Raj. Rashtrapati Bhavan, India Gate, etc. are some of the attractive landmarks to visit. Marvel at the sights and learn about the fables of two world existing in harmony.
Return to your hotel for the night.
In the morning, transfer to New Delhi railway station. Board the train to Amritsar. On arrival transfer to hotel. Amritsar is one of the holiest pilgrimage destinations of Sikhism. In the heart of its walled old town lies the Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib). In the evening, attend the Palki ceremony. Every day a golden palanquin transports the holy book Guru Granth sahib to the resting place and back. The hymns, and music is spiritually cleansing.
Return to your hotel for the night.
The day is scheduled to visit the popular sights of the old city. Visit The Golden Temple glistening perfectly on the lake in the morning. Next, stop is Jallianwala Bagh, a poignant memory of India's struggle for Independence. Late afternoon, witness the border retreat ceremony at the Wagah Border.
Return to your hotel for restful night.
In the morning drive to Dharamshala, home of the Dalai Lama. The drive is spectacular. Pass through winding roads, picturesque scenery, and sheer beauty replete with rich forests. On arrival, check-in to your hotel.
Dharamshala is one of the popular sites of Buddhism in India. The hillside city is situated on the foothills of Dhauladhar range in Himachal. The town is known as Tibetan government-in-exile and is a treasure of Tibetan Buddhism.
In the morning, pay a visit to the Tibetan Monastery. The abode of the 14th Dalai Lama, Namgyal Monastery is located in Mcleod Ganj, Dharamshala. The complex has many treasures related to Tibetan Buddhism. Proceed to Kotwali Bazaar. The bustling marketplace is full of options to eat, shop and other tourist activities.
Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Drive to Taragarh in Himachal in the morning. Taragarh near Palampur is situated at an altitude of 3400 feet above sea level, Dhauladhar ranges in the backdrop. En-route your scenic journey, visit the monasteries and temples. On reaching the Taragarh Palace, check-in for your stay. Freshen-up and leave for exploring the surroundings. Car and driver are at your disposal.
Spend the full day exploring the place. Taragarh is surrounded by natural beauty, the monasteries and various exciting activities. Pay a visit to Tashijong, Sherabling and Bir Monasteries. These scenic monasteries preserve Tibetan Buddhism in the heart of Himachal. Many Tibetan refugees call these holy places home.
Return to your hotel for a night stay.
In the morning drive to Pragpur. On arrival in the picturesque hill town, check-in your Hotel. Rest of day at leisure. Kangra Valleys' heritage hamlet was founded as a memorial to a brave warrior princess of the 17th century. There are number of trekking, fishing, bird watching and pilgrimage possibilities for guests to explore as per their area of Interest.
Start the long drive to Shimla. On arrival in Himachal Pradesh's capital city, check in at the Hotel. The day is at leisure. Explore the remnants of the British Raj, natural beauty, adventures and other pleasures of the hill town.
Return to your hotel for the night.
On the 11th day of the tour, after having breakfast you will embark on the sightseeing tour. You will also get an opportunity to observe the sights and sounds of Shimla and the places around it. Today, you will visit places like Mashobra, Crignano, Naldehra Golf Course and Tattapani, known for its hot water spring.
Return to Shimla in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shimla.
After early morning breakfast, leave for Kufri, a popular destination for skiing and other activities. Later, continue towards Chail, which is also famous for its brilliant architectural marvels. Back to Shimla in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Shimla.
In the morning, get a transfer to Shimla airport for the flight to Delhi. Later, transfer to Delhi International Airport to board flight for onward destination.
