Overview
The enchanting Himachal Pradesh state boasts of being home to a number of extremely mesmerizing hill stations, which tourists visit in crazy numbers each year. Indian Holiday presents a Complete Himachal Tour package that takes you to some of the most popular hill stations of Himachal Pradesh, including Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, and Dalhousie. During this meticulously-planned itinerary of 10 nights and 11 days, you visit Kufri, Rohtang Pass, and the other popular tourist attractions of the region. Treat your eyes to the scenic beauty spread all around, indulge in fun activities, gorge on sumptuous local food, enjoy the amazing weather, and more.
Highlights
- A day’s trip to Kufri
- Leisure time on The Mall Road
- Fun activities at Rohtang Pass
- Sightseeing in Dharamshala
- Visit Bakrota hills in Dalhousie
Itinerary
After enjoying a hearty breakfast, head out for a day's excursion to Kufri, located about 13km away. The quaint town of Kufri is an ultimate holiday retreat where one can enjoy the thrills of a yak and horse ride. Adventure enthusiasts can get their dose of adrenaline by trekking to Mahasu Peak. Come winters, and the place transforms into a skiing retreat. One can stroll leisurely at the Mall Road while engaging in a host of other tourist activities. Have an overnight stay at Shimla.
After enjoying a hearty breakfast, head out for a day's excursion to Kufri, located about 13km away. The quaint town of Kufri is an ultimate holiday retreat where one can enjoy the thrills of a yak and horse ride. Adventure enthusiasts can get their dose of adrenaline by trekking to Mahasu Peak. Come winters, and the place transforms into a skiing retreat. One can stroll leisurely at the Mall Road while engaging in a host of other tourist activities. Have an overnight stay at Shimla.
Enjoy a delightful breakfast, and begin your drive to Manali, a hill station loved immensely by one and all. Upon your arrival, complete the check-in and other formalities at the hotel. Then, you have the entire evening to yourself to enjoy it at your own leisure. Manali's numerous attractions lure honeymooners and family vacationers throughout the year. Enjoy your stay overnight.
After an enjoyable breakfast, head out for an excursion to Rohtang Pass, located around 50km from Manali. It is one of the most enchanting destinations worth visiting. The route from Manali-Rohtang Pass Snow Point captivates a traveler to the zenith. Rent snow boots and bodysuits, available at every shop on the way. This place, perched at the height of 3,979m, offers unbelievable views to an onlooker. Return to Manali by the evening. Enjoy a stroll on Mall Road, followed by a stay overnight.
On day 5, after a delicious breakfast, head out to visit Manali's famous tourist attractions. You can choose to indulge in adventure activities like paragliding, zorbing, etc. Then, pay a visit to Tibetan Monastery, the natural springs and sandstone temples at Vashisht Village, Hadimba Devi Temple, and the Manu Temple, dedicated to Sage Manu. You have the entire evening to yourself, preceded by an overnight stay.
Enjoy your breakfast, and then make your way to Dharamshala. Enjoy the scenic vistas scattered all along the way. After arriving in Dharamshala, complete the check-in formalities at the hotel. The evenings are yours to do as you like. The charming little town of Dharamshala wins the hearts of tourists through its lush greenery, mesmerizing landscape, pristine air, and dense forests. Have an overnight stay here.
After a hearty breakfast, be ready to come across some of the famous attractions of Dharamshala. One of these is the Tibetan Medical Center for Cancer, known for curing various ailments using rare Buddhist medicines. Then, visit the Church of St. John, an Anglican church also known as St. John in the Wilderness. You can spend the evening as you feel like. Enjoy your overnight stay.
After breakfast, proceed with the check-out formalities. Then, drive your way towards Dalhousie, a beautiful hill station. Complete the check-in formalities at the hotel upon your arrival. You have the entire evening to yourself. Named after Lord Dalhousie, who established this place as a summer retreat, its easy to succumb to it's natural charms. However, you can explore this wonderful place on your own. Enjoy an overnight stay at Dalhousie.
After an enjoyable breakfast, get ready for some exciting sightseeing in Dalhousie. Visit attractions like Panchpula, a beautiful picnic spot, Subhash Baoli, named after the freedom fighter Subhash Chandra Bose and Bara Pathar, a temple dedicated to Bhawani temple. Other attractions here include St. John's Church and Bakrota Hills, which offer panoramic views of the surroundings. Then, follow it with an overnight stay at Dalhousie.
After your breakfast, make your way to Chandigarh. Chandigarh, located at the foothills of the enormous Shivalik Range, is famous for its elegant structures and manicured gardens. Visit the Government Museum & Art Gallery in Chandigarh, a place that exhibits a splendid collection of miniature paintings, Gandhara period stone sculptures, coins, and decorative arts. The International Dolls Museum in Chandigarh, situated at Bal Bhawan, is another fascinating attraction. Follow this up with an overnight stay.
After having breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to New Delhi. On arrival, you will have an assisted transfer to the airport for your onward destination.
FAQs
March to June is the best time for a Himachal tour as the weather is pleasant and breezy. However, for snow lovers, December and January is the ideal time to plan a trip to Himachal.
INR 12,000 – INR 15,000 is the average cost for a Himachal Pradesh trip. However, this price is subject to change as per the accommodation, transfers, and activities you choose.
7-8 days are sufficient to enjoy a holiday in Himachal Pradesh but you can always extend this trip to 15-16 days, depending on what places you want to cover. Shimla, Manali, Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Khajjiar, Kullu, etc. are some of the best places you can add to your Himachal itinerary.
Suppose you are traveling to Himachal for 10 days. You can adjust the places however you like but here is a brief itinerary for you to follow:
- Day 1 – Take a bus to Shima
- Day 2 – Enjoy Shimla Sightseeing Tour and excursion to Kufri
- Day 3 – Drive from Shimla to Manali
- Day 4 – Explore Manali’s top attractions like Hidimba Devi Temple
- Day 5 – Go to Rohtang Pass and enjoy adventurous activities like skiing, sledging, etc.
- Day 6 – Drive from Manali to Dharamshala
- Day 7 – Enjoy Sightseeing in Dharamshala and drive to Dalhousie
- Day 8 – Spend a day relaxing in nature in Dalhousie
- Day 9 – Drive from Dalhousie to Amritsar
- Day 10 – Enjoy Amritsar Sightseeing and later, drive back to Delhi.
You can contact Indian Holiday to book a customizable Himachal Pradesh tour package as per your needs and budget.
Yes, Solang valley is open now, but Rohtang pass is closed you can go up to madhi or kothi only. One can also visit Spiti Valley.
Though snowfall sometime continues from October to February, December to January is the best time to visit Himachal Pradesh for snowfall.
There are many popular hill stations in Himachal Pradesh for honeymoon, adventure or family vacation. Staying at a heritage resort in Himachal Pradesh with your family or loved one is really amazing. For the adventurous, a bike tour in Spiti Valley or Rohtang Pass is an unforgettable experience. Here is the list of best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh where you can enjoy the scenic beauty and adventure activities all at one place:
- Shimla
- Manali
- Spiti
- Kufri
- Dharamshala
- Dalhousie
- Khajjiar
- Rohtang Pass
- Chail
- Naldehra
Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful Himalayan state famous for hill stations, picturesque views, wildlife, adventure sports, and religious places. If you are planning Himachal trip and searching for what to see there, below is the list of popular places and attractions in Himachal Pradesh:
- Chail
- Kullu-Manali
- Rohtang Pass
- Solang Valley
- Waterfalls
- Lakes Wildlife
- Religious places
- Scenic valleys
- The picturesque view of the mountains
There are many exciting things to do in Himachal Pradesh and travelers visit there for honeymoon, family vacation and adventure. Depending on the activities you want to take part in, it takes 3-15 days to visit Himachal Pradesh.
Himachal Pradesh is equally popular among honeymooners, family vacationers, and adventure lovers. Below is the list of the best things to do in Himachal Pradesh for all types of travelers.
- Experience the beauty of Tibetan opera in Dharamsala
- Go for trekking in the Great Himalayan National Park
- Enjoy paragliding at Bir Billing
- Enjoy rafting in Kullu valley
- Experience snow camping at Mashobra
- Take a bike tour in Spiti valley
- Enjoy your stay in a heritage hotel in Shimla
- Trek to Beas Kund in Manali Enjoy Paragliding In Kullu Manali Take a tour of Himachal Temple
- Go for a Trekking Tour in McLeodganj
- Trek to Triund hill along with camping
- Enjoy Camping amid the natural beauty Enjoy a skiing excursion on the slopes of Solang valley
During December, January, and February, significant amounts of snow fall in Himachal. It is best to visit Himachal during the winter season if you desire to see snowfall.
Himachal Pradesh’s coldest month is January, with an average temperature of -4°C.
To make your trip unforgettable, we offer different types of tour packages such as Magnificent Shimla Manali Tour, Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour, Complete Himachal Tour, Shimla Manali Honeymoon Package. However, the complete Himachal tour is the best way to see the most of the attractions in Himachal Pradesh.
If you decide to plan a Himachal trip, you will have to decide how many days you want to spend there, then you can contact us to arrange your own tailored Himachal trip package. By doing this, you will be able to plan your trip based on your preferences and needs.
In general, you can explore the top attractions of the Himachal in 8-10 days, where you can witness the most beautiful scenic views of the region. Alternatively, you can take the 7-day Himachal Pradesh travel packages if you do not have the time.
