HIMACHAL WITH GOLDEN TEMPLE

CODE: ETT - HP- 07 Shimla (2) - Manali (3) - (1) - DURATION: 9 Nights 10 Days Dalhousie (2) - Amritsar (1)

About Destination:

Shimla is the capital of the northern Indian state of , in the Himalayan foothills. It’s also known for the handicraft shops that line The Mall, a pedestrian avenue, as well as the Lakkar Bazaar, a market specializing in wooden toys and crafts. Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in ’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass. Dharamshala is a city in the upper reaches of the Kangra Valley and is surrounded by dense coniferous forest consisting mainly of stately Deodar cedar trees. It is the district headquarters. It was formerly known as Bhagsu. Dalhousie is a hill station in Chamba district in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh; India.It is situated on 5 hills and has an elevation of 2,400 metres above sea level. Amritsar (also called Ambarsar) is a city in the northwestern Indian state of Punjab, not far from the border with Pakistan. At the center of its walled old town is the gilded Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib), considered the holiest gurdwara, or religious complex, of the Sikh religion.

Best Time to Visit: March to June (Ideal Period) | September to January (Chilled Atmosphere with Snowfall & Snowy Mountains) Reporting & Dropping: Ex. Delhi Airport / Railway Station (Day 1 & Day 8 as per your Reservations) Mode of Travel: Delhi to Delhi by AC Private Coach Route: Delhi - Shimla - Manali - Dharamshala - Dalhousie - Amritsar - Delhi Nearest Airport: / Chandigarh Nearest Railway Stations: Delhi / Chandigarh Type of Accommodation: Standard / Deluxe / Luxury as per your requirement. Age Group: OPEN

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Itinerary

DAY DETAILS

Day 1 New Delhi - Shimla (350 Kms, 08 Hours) Arrive Delhi airport / railway station and drive to Shimla the former summer capital of British India, set amidst the snow capped Shivalik Mountains which offers some of the most stunning views of the mighty . Enroute visit Pinjore Gardens or Ropeway at Timber Trail, Parwanoo. Arrive and check into the hotel. Evening free to stroll on The Mall and the famous Ridge. Ridge is famous for its stunning vistas of the valley and the Christ Church which is the most photographed landmark of Shimla. Overnight in the Shimla. ( _ _ D)

Day 2 Shimla After Breakfast Excursion to Kufri. Kufri is famous for its Himalayan National Park, Poney and Yak Ride and One can see the endless Himalayan Panorama from Kufri, after lunch sightseeing of various places in and around. Shimla mosques built in(1830), Vice regal Lodge built in (1885), Christ Church built in (1844), The Gaiety Theatre- the first beauty contest of world was supposed to start (1887), The Grindlays Bank (1912)- the world wide bank started by Robert Melville Grindlay, The Scandal Point and The famous Shopping Plaza of the North The Mall. Overnight in the Shimla. ( _ _ D)

Day 3 Shimla to Manali (265 Kms, 8 Hrs) Depart from Shimla to Manali by surface Enroute visit valley, Beas River, Dashehra maidan etc. Arrive and transfer to hotel Manali. Evening free for rest. Overnight in the Manali. ( B _ D)

Day 4 Manali Local Sightseeing Morning proceed to Visit the 450 years old Hidimbadevi Temple, the oldest temple in Manali, Tibetan center & monastery, Vasisth village, known for its hot Sulpher springs Roerich art Gallery. Bahist Temple, Solang Valley which offers a spectacular view of glaciers and snow capped peaks. At an altitude of 3978 meters. Also visit Kothi, Rahala Water falls on the way. (Subject to weather conditions and road being open). Rest of the day is at leisure or takes a stroll down the Mall road. Overnight in the Manali. ( B _ D)

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Day 5 Manali - Rohtang Pass - Manali (51 kms, 2 hours) Early morning visit A place not to be missed – Rohtang Pass, from Manali at an altitude of 3978 meters. Also visit Kothi, Rahala Water falls on the way. (Subject to weather conditions and road being open). Rest of the day is at leisure or takes a stroll down the Mall road.(Visit to Rohtang Pass not included in the cost. Subject to weather conditions and road being open).(As per Himachal Government Rouling outsiders not go to do the Rohtang Pass & Guest Have to Take Car from union on Direct Payment Basis. ). Overnight in the Manali. ( B _ D)

Day 6 Manali to Dharmshala (280 Kms, 10 Hours) Depart towards dharmshala on the way visit to Baijnath known for its Shiva Temple and further at Palampur famous For Tea Garden. Dharamhsala is a hill-station lying on the spur of the Dhauladhar Mountains about 18 kms north-east of Kangra, It is known for its scenic beauty set amidst high pine and oak trees. Since 1960, when it became the temporary headquarters of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Dharamshala has risen to international repute as “The Little Lhasa in India”. Overnight in the Dharmashala. ( B _ D)

Day 7 Dharmshala to Dalhousie (145 Kms, 5 Hours) After Breakfast drive from Dharamshala towards Dalhousie after doing the local sightseeing of Places which includes, His holiness Dalai lama residence at Mc Leodgunj, War memorial, Bhagsunath temple and Dal Lake. Reach Dalhousie in the evening. Overnight in the Dalhousie. ( B _ D)

Day 8 Dalhousie - Khajjiar ( 24 kms, 1 hour ) Dalhousie has been named after the British Governor – General of the l9th century, Lord Dalhousie. Surrounded by varied vegetation – pines, dodders, oaks and flowering rhododendron. Local sightseeing of Dalhousie includes visit to Panjipula, Subhash Baoli and excursion to Khajjiar 24 Kms. from Dalhousie surrounded by thick Deodar forest. Drive from Dalhousie to Khajjiar is awesome. Overnight in the Dalhousie. ( B _ D)

Dalhousie - Amritsar (200 Kms, 5 Hours) Day 9 Depart from Dalhousie to Amritsar by Surface. Arrive Amritsar and check in to your pre booked hotel. After freshen up visit Golden Temple, Mata Mandir, Jallianwala bagh and enjoy the place. Overnight in the Amritsar. ( B _ D)

Day 10 Amritsar to Delhi (470 Kms, 9 Hours) After B/F check out from hotel. Visit Wagah Border and then from there only Depart for Delhi. On arrival drop at Railway Station/ Airport.

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CHARGES

BY AIR:  Air bookings & Air Faire are subject to availability at the time of booking.

BY TRAIN:  Train reservations are subject to availability at the time of bookings.  You can visit www.indianrail.gov.in for railway seat availability & fare.

LAND PACKAGE: (Land package cost will be depending on type of Hotel and Transport) Land package will be provided on Ex-destination basis only.

Includes:  Pick up, Drop, Sightseeing by Private Coach  Accommodation on twin sharing basis for the duration of the tour in the itinerary.  Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.  All entrance fees of the sightseeing places mentioned in the itinerary.  One Ltr. Mineral Water per Day.  Complimentary Gift from Explorers.  Travel Insurance*  Services of the Tour Manager from the first day of meeting point to the last day dropping point of the tour.  Basic First aid kit.

Excludes:  Government Service Tax 3.50% on Total Amount.  Cold drinks, Mineral water, etc.  Private orders of Tea, Breakfast, Meals, etc.  Insurance Coverage.  Medical expenses other than “First aid”.  Any Increase in the Airfare / Hotel Tariff Charges.  Any kind of Pick up & Drop from Home to Airport.  Any private transfers taken to move from one place to another instead of coach.  Additional Extra Toppings, if Taken.  Cost of any Deviation from the route of tour due to unavoidable Circumstances.  Coolie charges, laundry, wines & alcoholic beverages, mineral water (unless specified), telephone charges, shopping, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming the part of the group menus.  No refund shall be payable for any unused portion of the tour due to whatsoever reason.  Any Up gradation in the room category or air line class.  Any other charges not mentioned in "Fees Include".

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HOW TO BOOK

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Please follow the given procedure to register for event through E-transfer / Cash Deposit.

1. Call Explorers and confirm the availability of seat. 2. Transfer the money to “Explorers” Account. 3. Send us an email at [email protected] mentioning Name, Mobile number, Email Id, Age of all the Participants, Screen shot of Amount Transferred or Acknowledgement copy of pay-in-slip, transaction ID / Ref. ID, Date & Name of the event.

When you register online, It is assumed that you have gone through all the rules and have accepted it.

Direct payment by E-Transfer does not automatically ensure entry to the event. Before transferring the amount, you are required to confirm with the Explorers office if the seats are available. If amount is transferred without consulting the Explorers office the registration will not be considered confirm if the seats are full and the amount will be refunded by cheque at office after 7 days from the date of Event.

WHAT TO BRING

Morning Utilities Clothing’s Optional Other Requirements Hair Oil, Cold Cream, Lip guard, Comfortable clothing for Extra Carry bags, Id Proof, Nail cutter, Comb, Sun cream Lotion, Entire Journey Period. Camera & Camera Batteries.

Tooth Brush, Tooth Paste, Sports shoes, Extra Socks Mobile & Mobile Knee cap, Personal Medicines, if Paper Soap, Towel, Napkin Floaters for Journey. Charger. any Sun Goggles, Scarf Shawl, Balaklava (Kantopi) Enough & Change Money for Shopping. * This is just a reminder list of what to Bring. You can bring other things as per the Need.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

Any cancellation by participant(s) must be communicated to Explorers Office in writing. The refund, if any, will be given after 7 days but before 15 days when the concerned event is over, irrespective of the date when the cancellation has been communicated to us.

The Following deductions will be made in case of cancellation.

• 30 Days before the Date of Departure - 25% of Regular Charges. • Within 30 Days but before 10 Days of the Date of Departure - 50% of Regular Charges. • Within 10 Days but before the Date of Departure - NO REFUND

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HAPPY TOURING

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