Hidden Jewel of India

Hidden Jewel of India

A tour of an incredible diversity of culture, religion and landscape starts from Amritsar, the most holy place for the followers of Sikhism, Kangra valley which house ancient Hindu temples. Dharamsala is the seat of the Tibetan Government in exile, is the residence of the HH The Dalai Lama and house Buddhist monasteries. Lush green tea garden of Palampur, Mandi brings us to this ancient and important commercial center, Rewalsar a popular pilgrimage site for Buddhists, Hindus and Sikhs communities, Scenic Kullu valley or “valley of Gods and Goddesses” to explore old typical mountain architecture and rich culture, Simla once the summer capital of British Raj, Chandigarh, features a Rock Garden among its many attractions.
You will explore highly revered Hindu pilgrimage sites along the holy river Ganges at Rishikesh which is worldly known for center of yoga and meditations, Haridwar where pilgrims take holy bath to attain the emancipation to fulfill their spiritual believes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrives Amritsar, reception at airport, Transfer to the hotel for night stay

Stop At: Golden Temple Road Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar 143001 India
Optional to visit today else next day
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3*/4*

Day 2: Visit the city

Stop At: Attari-Wagah Border Attari, Amritsar 143001 India
Attend Retreat ceremony
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Jallianwala Bagh, Golden Temple Rd, Jallan Wala Bagh, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar, Punjab 143006, India
A historical place
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Golden Temple Road Atta Mandi, Katra Ahluwalia, Amritsar 143001 India
Pool of Nector "Sikh Temple"
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at MK hotel or similar 3*/4*

Day 3: Amritsar to Dharamsala, Mecleodganj, (1830m) 190 kms, 6h

Stop At: Tibet World, Jogiwara Road Opposite Rongpa Cafe, McLeod Ganj, Dharamsala 176219 India
Arrive late in the afternoon, check in the hotel and visit the local Tibetan.
Night in Hotel
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Night in hotel

Day 4: Visit Dharamsala (1830 m)

Stop At: Namgyal Monastery, Near Mcleod Ganj, Tsuglagkhang Complex, Dharamsala 176219 India
visit the monastery
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Norbulingka Institute, P.O Sidhpur, Dharamsala 176057 India
Explore preserved art of Tibetans
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Night in hotel

Day 5: Dharamsala to Palampur – 50 kms

Stop At: Chamunda Devi Temple of Devi, Malan Dadh Road Palampur Dharmashala Road, Kangra India
visit Hindu Temple of Goddess Durga
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Palampur Tea Gardens, Hotel T Bud - Neuggal Rd, Palampur 176061 India
visit tea gardens & Art gallery
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel

Day 6: Palampur to Mandi, via Baijnath-Rewalsar, 137 km

Stop At: Baijnath Temple, Baijnath, Baijnath Tehsil India
Visit lord Shiva temple at baijnath.
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Rewalsar Lake, 22.5 Km From Mandi, Mandi 175023 India
visit lake and monastery.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: night in hotel

Day 7: Mandi to Kullu-Manali (2000 m), 90 kms

Stop At: Basheshwar Mahadev Temple, Bishweshwar Temple Rd, Bajaura 175125 India
visit shiva temple on the way
Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Manu Temple, Old Manali 3 Km From Main Bazaar, Manali, Manali Tehsil 175131 India
visit Manu temple in old manali
Duration: 30 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Himalayan Country House, Old Manali

Day 8: Exploration around Manali

Stop At: Hadimba Devi Temple, Hadimba Temple Rd, Old Manali, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131, India
Visit the temple surrounded by Pine Trees
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Naggar Castle, Naggar, Manali Tehsil India
historical place
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: International Roerich Memorial Trust, VPO Naggar, Manali, Manali Tehsil 175130 India
Visit the art gallery of Roerich
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Himalayan Country House, Old Manali

Day 9: Manali to Simla, 250 kms. 6h

Stop At: The Ridge, Mall Road, Shimla India
optional to visit today else visit nex tday
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel in shimla

Day 10: Day in Shimla.

Stop At: Jakhu Temple, Shimla India
Visit the temple of Monkey God,
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Viceregal Lodge, Shimla India
visit advance study hall
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Ridge, Mall Road, Shimla India
visit the mall road of shimla
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Shimla

Day 11: Shimla to Chandigarh,126 kms. 4h

Stop At: The Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Sector No.1, Chandigarh India
visit the rock-garden.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Chandigarh Capital Complex, Sector 1, Chandigarh 160001 India
this complex contains the administrative buildings and the open hand monument “Emblem of Chandigarh
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight in Chandigarh

Day 12: Chandigarh to Rishikesh (230 m), 5h50 hours.

Stop At: Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh 249201 India
Attend the evening Ceremony at any Ghat
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel

Day 13: Rishikesh to Haridwar, 23 kms

Stop At: Mansa Devi Temple, Bypass Road, Haridwar India
visit the temple
Duration: 40 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel

Day 14: Haridwar to Delhi by train, 240 kms. Evening departure

Stop At: Humayun's Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
visit the tomb & transfer to hotel in the evening
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.