Heavenly Himachal 04 Nights / 05 Days Manali-4

Heavenly Himachal 04 Nights / 05 Days Manali-4 Day 01 Chandigarh >> Manali Morning arrival at Chandigarh and transfer to Manali (320 Kms/09 Hrs); located in the ancient Kullu valley, surrounded by towering peaks at an arm length. Evening arrival and check-in to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel Day 02 Snow point & Solang valley tour Morning proceeds to visit the Snow Point tour (Up to Snow line during winter/due to heavy snowfall), which simply offers panoramic view of mountains rising far above the clouds & which are simply breathtaking. Afternoon visit to Solang valley (a famous picnic spot & ski resort in winter). Day’s Attraction: Enjoy Skiing, Snowboarding, Rope way ride and Paragliding (at your own cost). Evening return back to hotel for overnight stay Day 03 Kullu & Manikaran tour After breakfast proceed to visit the Manikaran, on the way visit to Kasol valley. Manikaran is located in the Parvati Valley between the rivers Beas & Parvati, is at an altitude of 1760 m and located about 45 km from Kullu. There are a gurudwara and temples of Lord Rama, Krishna, and Vishnu. The area is well-known for its hot springs and its beautiful landscape. Afternoon driver back to Manali or you can enjoy the white water rafting in the river Beas (at your own / extra cost). On the way visit to Kullu town, Vaishno Temple, Angora rabbit farm and Kullu shawl Industries. Evening back to hotel for the overnight stay and dinner Day 04 Local and Naggar sightseeing tour Morning after breakfast proceed to Visit the 450 years old Hadimba Devi Temple, the oldest temple in Manali, Club House, Tibetan monastery, Vashisht village; known for its hot Sulpher springs. Afternoon visit the Naggar Castle, Roriech art Gallery, Jagatsukh temple, Sajla temple and Jahana water fall. Rest of the day is at leisure for individual activities. Overnight stay at hotel Day 05 Departure to Chandigarh Morning, after breakfast check-out from hotel and drive to Chandigarh. Evening drop at Chandigarh .

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