Himalayan Tours
Since the first successful ascent by Sherpa Tenzing and Sir Edmund Hillary more than 60 years ago, there have been thousands of attempts at the world’s highest mountain. But in 2015 — a year overshadowed by the April 25th earthquake — it was the first time in over 40 years that there was no successful summiting of Everest. The earthquake destroyed villages, and triggered landslides and avalanches across the country; the death toll exceeded 8,000 and thousands more were injured.
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But with the country’s good-value range of accommodation standards and easy access to the mountains from its capital, Kathmandu, tourist arrivals will, in time, recover. Until then it is a good moment to visit because trails will be quieter than normal and visitors will receive a very warm reception by supporting the country in its hour of need. Another good-value Himalayas destination is India, which also boasts mighty mountains, an array of traditional festivals and fervent religious rituals. India has three significant mountainous regions: Ladakh, the largest district in the state of Jammu and Kashmir; the undersung area of Kumaon in Uttarakhand, and the former Buddhist kingdom of Sikkim in the shadow of Kanchenjunga, the world’s third highest peak.
Day 1 - Delhi & Chandigarh
Drive to Chandigarh.
Later visit of Rock garden. Overnight in Chandigarh.
Day 3 - Shimla
After the breakfast, start trekking for Tara Devi temple. Later in afternoon visit Vice Regal Lodge - once the summer residence of various British viceroys, it boasts of an interesting English Renaissance architecture. Thereafter in the evening, enjoy a leisure walk on the Mall Road. Overnight stay.
Day 5 - Manali
Drive to Rohtang Pass, covered with snow all round the year, lying at an elevation 3978 m, it is open from June to October. Later visit Hadimba Devi Temple- an ancient temple around 450 years old that is dedicated to Hadimba Devi wife of one of the Pandava brothers Bhim and visit Vashisht Kund- hot water sulphur springs. Later in the day take the heritage walk upto the old Vashisht village.Overnight stay.
Day 7 - Barot
Free time at leisure and also explore Barot and srrounding areas.
Day 9 - Dharamshala
After breakfast visit his holiness Dalai lama residence at Mc Leodgunj, tibetan Monastery- for witnessing the worshipping rituals of the region,Dal Lake-placed amidst lush greenery the lake also has a Shiva temple on its banks, St. John's Church- an Anglican church built in 1852, it is dedicated to John The Baptist and Bhagsu Nag Temple- an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Snake God, Nag and Lord Shiva. The rest of the day is at your own discretion. Partake in activities like shopping, trying out local delicacies and so on. Overnight stay.
Day 11 - Amritsar & Delhi
After Breakfast , start your city tour with the blessings of Golden Temple-the most important sikh shrine also known as Harmandir Sahib and Darbar Sahib.Then visit Jallianwala Bagh- the place that reminds every Indian of the brutal and hearless massacre by british general Dyer. Catch the evening Shatabdi Train to Delhi. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2 - Chandigarh & Kalka & Shimla
Transfer to Kalka station and from there, try taking the Kalka-Shimla Railway, which is one of the Mountain Railways of India that enjoys UNESCO World Heritage status and is said to be a gorgeous journey. Arrive and check into the hotel. Relax.
Day 4 - Shimla & Manali
After breakfast drive to Manali. Placed at an altitude of 2050 m above the sea level, Manali is a very popular hill station that is flocked by tourists every year in crazy numbers. On reaching, check-in at the hotel. Get some rest. The evening is at leisure. Overnight stay.
Day 6: Manali & Barot
Drive to Barot – A small Beautiful and lesser known Hill Station in Himachal Pradesh. Two reservoirs of the power project are located in Barot. It has a trout breeding centre. Across the river Uhl is the Nargu Wild Life Sanctuary home to the ghoral, Himalayan black bear, leopard, Monal, kite, monkey, kasturi deer, wild cat, nilgai, kakkar and a variety of pheasants. There is also a high altitude panoramic lake at an height of 14000 (4150m) feet known as Dianasur lake where holy journeys are started in the month of August and September. Relax.
Day 8 - Barot & Dharamshala
After breakfast drive to Dharamshala. Dharamsala and Mcleodganj (Upper Dharamsala) are like modern day hamlets wedged in the Himalayas. Major centres of Buddhism and home to the Tibetans in exile, both these places are separated by a 30-minute walk. Overnight stay.
Day 10 - Dharamshala & Amritsar
In the Morning have a early start and drive to amritsar. Check in the hotel and visit Vagha – Atari Border for retreat ceremony between India and Pakistan. Overnight stay.
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