Himachal Gems
Rs.11586 Rs.8690
per person• 04 nights / 05 days
• Tour Code: HIM012
• Amritsar (1) → Dalhousie (2)
• Dharamshala (1)
Highlights
- Amritsar: Golden Temple, Wagah Border, Jallianwala Bagh
- Dalhousie: Khajjiar Sightseeing
- Dharamshala: McLeodGanj, Dharamshala Cricket Ground, Dalai Lama Monastery
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04 nights / 05 days
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DepartureEx-Amritsar
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Departure TimeAll Year Round
1
Day 01: Arrival Amritsar to Wagah Border and Local Sightseeing
Arrive Amritsar, transfer to hotel and check-in. Visit the Golden Temple and later visit the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh. Afternoon little free time to rest and evening around 03:00 PM drive to Wagah Border to see the Closing Ceremony, event starts exactly by 05.30 PM everyday. Border closing 'lowering of the flags' ceremony is a daily military practice that the security forces of India and Pakistan.
This ceremony takes place every evening before sunset at the Wagah border, which as part of the Grand Trunk Road was the only road link between these two countries before the opening of the Aman Setu in Kashmir in 1999. The ceremony starts with a blustering parade by the soldiers from both the sides and ends up in the perfectly coordinated lowering of the two nations flags, it is called the beating retreat border ceremony on the international level.
One infantryman (Jawan) stands at attention on each side of the gate. As the sun sets, the iron gate at the border is opened and the flags are lowered. The flags are folded and the ceremony ends with a retreat that involves a brusque handshake between soldiers from either side.
Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
This ceremony takes place every evening before sunset at the Wagah border, which as part of the Grand Trunk Road was the only road link between these two countries before the opening of the Aman Setu in Kashmir in 1999. The ceremony starts with a blustering parade by the soldiers from both the sides and ends up in the perfectly coordinated lowering of the two nations flags, it is called the beating retreat border ceremony on the international level.
One infantryman (Jawan) stands at attention on each side of the gate. As the sun sets, the iron gate at the border is opened and the flags are lowered. The flags are folded and the ceremony ends with a retreat that involves a brusque handshake between soldiers from either side.
Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
2
Day 02: Amritsar to Dalhousie & Local Sightseeing (210 Kms, 07 Hrs)
Today we proceed to Dalhousie – tiny tinsel town spread across five hills near the Dhaulandhar Mountain Range in state of Himachal Pradesh. Upon arrival we have free time for relaxing and explore surrounding of this beautiful colonial town.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
3
Day 03: Dalhousie Local Sightseeing & Khajjiar Tour
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing. Flow through a mesmerizing experience. The vast emerald green meadow of Khajjiar, famous as Mini Switzerland with its thick forested slopes of Deodhars, the stupendous mountain views from Lakkar Mandi.
Evening return back to hotel for overnight stay.
Evening return back to hotel for overnight stay.
4
Day 04: Dalhousie to Dharamshala/McLoedGanj (110 kms / 04 hrs)
Check out and drive to McLeodGanj (Dharamsala), magnificently set to the background of the Dhauldhar mountains and the seat of his Holiness, the Dalai Lama, the leader of the Tibetans, since 1960. It formerly known as Bhagsu and famed as the holy residence of Dalai Lama important monk of Tibetan Buddhism.
Upon arrival we have free time for relaxing and explore Dal Lake, Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Tibetan Monastery. Also explore Dharamshala Cricket Ground - a picturesque cricket stadium surrounded by snow-capped mountains and lush green hills.
Overnight at the hotel.
Upon arrival we have free time for relaxing and explore Dal Lake, Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Tibetan Monastery. Also explore Dharamshala Cricket Ground - a picturesque cricket stadium surrounded by snow-capped mountains and lush green hills.
Overnight at the hotel.
5
Day 05: Dharamshala to Amritsar Drop (220 Kms, 06 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer by surface to Amritsar. Drop to Amritsar station/airport
Inclusions
- 01 night accommodation in Amritsar
- 02 nights accommodation in Dalhousie
- 01 night accommodation in Dharamshala
- Meals: Daily Breakfast & Dinner at the hotel
- Amritsar: Golden Temple, Wagah Border, Jallianwala Bagh
- Dalhousie: Khajjiar Sightseeing
- Dharamshala: McLeodGanj, Dharamshala Cricket Ground, Dalai Lama Monastery
- Accommodation on double sharing basis at the hotels mentioned or similar
- Transfers & sightseeing by Swift Dzire (04 people) or Innova (06 people) or Tempo Traveller (12 people) (point to point basis)
- Vehicle Charges are inclusive of all toll taxes / parking and driver allowance
- Coach transfers, excursions, sightseeing and surface transportation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Any airfare / train fare
- Any meal plan not mentioned
- Any additional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person
- Travel Insurance
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
- Tips & Gratuity or any other hotel expenses
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
- Charges for heater during winter season will be extra and as per hotel to hotel basis
- Vehicle AC will not be operational on Hills
- Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Inclusions' box
Extra Adult/Child
- Extra cost for adult will be 90% of the package cost (with extra bed)
- Child below 5 years will be complimentary (without extra bed)
- All rates are with hotel base or standard rooms. Higher room categories will attract extra charges.
| Hotel Rating | Meals | Min 02 Pax | Min 04 Pax | Min 06 Pax | Min 08 Pax | Min 10 Pax | Min 12 Pax | Extra Adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Breakfast | ₹ 13,960 | ₹ 13,240 | ₹ 10,610 | ₹ 10,370 | ₹ 9,360 | ₹ 8,690 | 90% of adult rate |
| 2 Star | Breakfast | ₹ 14,260 | ₹ 13,540 | ₹ 10,910 | ₹ 10,670 | ₹ 9,660 | ₹ 8,990 | 90% of adult rate |
| 3 Star | Breakfast & Dinner | ₹ 17,710 | ₹ 17,000 | ₹ 14,360 | ₹ 14,120 | ₹ 13,110 | ₹ 12,440 | 90% of adult rate |
| 4 Star | Breakfast & Dinner | ₹ 20,560 | ₹ 19,840 | ₹ 17,200 | ₹ 16,960 | ₹ 15,960 | ₹ 15,280 | 90% of adult rate |
| 4.5 Star | Breakfast & Dinner | ₹ 24,040 | ₹ 23,320 | ₹ 20,690 | ₹ 20,450 | ₹ 19,440 | ₹ 18,770 | 90% of adult rate |
| 5 Star | Breakfast & Dinner | ₹ 32,800 | ₹ 32,080 | ₹ 29,450 | ₹ 29,210 | ₹ 28,200 | ₹ 27,530 | 90% of adult rate |
| Rates Based On | Per Person | Per Person | Per Person | Per Person | Per Person | Per Person | Per Person | Per Person |
| Complimentary Child Below 5 Years | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Hotel Rating | Amritsar | Dalhousie | Dharamshala | |||||
| Budget | Sukhman International/ Pearl Inn/ Singh International/ or Similar | Blue Magnets/ Mohan Palace/ Dalhousie Valley by DLS/ or Similar | New Varuni House/ Varuni Mcleodganj/ Turkish Cottage/ or Similar | |||||
| 2 Star | Sukhman International/ Pearl Inn/ Singh International/ or Similar | Blue Magnets/ Mohan Palace/ Dalhousie Valley by DLS/ or Similar | New Varuni House/ Varuni Mcleodganj/ Turkish Cottage/ or Similar | |||||
| 3 Star | Puri Palace/ Hong Kong Inn/ HK Continental/ or Similar | Indra Prastha Resort/ Alps Resort/ SS Resorts/ or Similar | Holiday Hill/ Shivani International/ Auspicious Him View/ or Similar | |||||
| 4 Star | Sawera Grand/ Puri Palace/ Hong Kong Inn/ or Similar | Grand View/ Nature Valley/ Mongas Hotel/ or Similar | D'Polo Club & Spa Resort/ Regenta Resort Exotica/ Indra Prastha Resort/ or Similar | |||||
| 4.5 Star | Fern Residency/ Sawera Grand/ Puri Palace/ or Similar | Grand View/ Aaroham by Aamod/ Snow Valley Resorts/ or Similar | Infinitea Centric/ D'Polo Club & Spa Resort/ Indra Prastha Resort/ or Similar | |||||
| 5 Star | Fern Residency/ Sawera Grand/ Puri Palace/ or Similar | Brij Villa/ JK Clarks Exotica/ or Similar | Brij Anarya/ or Similar | |||||