Extended Himachal Tour

Day 1 – Arrival in Shimla

• Travel: Arrive from Delhi/Chandigarh to Shimla (5–6 hrs by road or overnight Volvo).

• Check-in: Hotel in Shimla.

• Activities: Evening stroll on Mall Road, explore Shimla Ridge, enjoy local cafes.

• Overnight: Shimla

Day 2 – Shimla Local Sightseeing

• Places to Visit:

  • Kufri – Mini Switzerland of India; horse riding & small adventure activities

  • Jakhoo Temple – Hanuman temple on a hilltop

  • Christ Church & Scandal Point – Iconic landmarks

• Optional: Shopping at Mall Road, try Himachali local cuisine.

• Overnight: Shimla

Day 3 – Shimla → Manali (By Road)

• Travel: 7–8 hours scenic drive via Kullu Valley.

• Check-in: Hotel in Manali.

• Activities: Evening free time at Mall Road Manali.

• Overnight: Manali

Day 4 – Manali Local Sightseeing

• Places to Visit:

  • Hadimba Temple – Ancient cedar temple surrounded by forest

  • Vashisht Hot Springs – Natural hot water springs

  • Manali Club House & Tibetan Monastery

• Optional Adventure: River rafting or zorbing

• Overnight: Manali

Day 5 – Solang Valley / Rohtang Pass

• Morning: Visit Rohtang Pass (weather permitting; snow activities, photography)

• Afternoon: Explore Solang Valley – paragliding, skiing, cable car, or ATV rides

• Evening: Back to Manali, relax at hotel

• Overnight: Manali

Day 6 – Manali → Dharamshala / McLeodganj

• Travel: 7–8 hours drive to Dharamshala

• Check-in: Hotel in McLeodganj

• Activities: Evening visit to St. John Church or local market

• Overnight: Dharamshala

Day 7 – Dharamshala / McLeodganj Sightseeing

• Places to Visit:

  • Dalai Lama Temple Complex – Spiritual center

  • Bhagsu Waterfall & Bhagsunath Temple

  • St. John in the Wilderness Church

  • Local Tibetan Market – Souvenirs and handicrafts

• Optional: Trek to Triund Hill (requires half-day extra if fit)

• Overnight: Dharamshala

Day 8 – Dharamshala → Dalhousie / Khajjiar

• Travel: 5–6 hours drive to Dalhousie

• Check-in: Hotel in Dalhousie

• Activities: Explore Panchpula, walk on colonial streets

• Evening: Visit Sunset Point

• Overnight: Dalhousie

Day 9 – Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland of India)

• Travel: 1 hour drive from Dalhousie to Khajjiar

• Activities:

  • Enjoy Khajjiar Lake & Meadows

  • Horse riding, photography, nature walks

• Afternoon: Return to Dalhousie, relax

• Overnight: Dalhousie

Day 10 – Dalhousie → Delhi / Chandigarh

• Travel: Early morning departure for Delhi/Chandigarh (10–12 hrs by road or overnight Volvo/train)

• Trip Ends