 Duration: 11 Nights / 12 Days
Destinations Covered: Delhi – Nalagarh – Manali – Prini – Bhujdhar – Juaria – Hamta Pass – Garu – Chatru – Manali – Shimla - Chandigarh
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi Arrival
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On arrival at Delhi, our company’s representative will Meet, Greet and Assist you and later transfer to the hotel for check-in and overnight stay. Relax for the rest of the day at the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 2: Delhi – Nalagarh (approx. 7 hrs drive)
later drive you to Nalagarh – Nalagarh is a beautiful scenic city in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh and is considered the gateway to Himachal Pradesh. On arrival at Nalagarh, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay. Relax for rest of the day at the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 3: Nalagarh – Manali (6-7 hrs drive)
Today morning post breakfast we will proceed to explore the city of Nalagarh – visit the beautiful Nalagarh palace, Ramgarh Fort, Mughal gardens at Pinjore, Nanda Devi & Durga Mata Temples Govindsagar Lake and Ganbar Lake where you can enjoy boating.
Later in the afternoon, check-out the hotel and drive to Manali. On arrival at Manali, transfer to your hotel for check-in and overnight stay.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 4: Manali – Prini (by drive)
Prini – Bhujdhar (approx. 06 hrs trek)
In the morning after breakfast, leave Manali and drive to Prini with packed lunch. The trek starts from Prini road-head passing en-route the village of Prini and the temple of Lord Jumla (it is believed as the most powerful God in this valley of 200 Gods). Beyond the temple, the trek climbs steeply up to the summer village of Satan. Leaving the village, the trek leads through a thick fir & spruce forest and ends at the alpine meadow of Bhujdhar (11000 ft.).
Overnight stay in Tents.
Day 5: Bhujdhar – Juaria (approx. 06 hrs trek)
Post breakfast at the camp, the initial trek follows the river valley leading to the Hampta pass. From Chikkha, the valley narrows and climbs to the higher valley of the Hampta stream. From here one reached the Juara campsite (11,800 ft.) after a gradual ascent.
Overnight stay in Tents.
Day 6: Juaria – Base of Hamta Pass (approx. 05 hrs trek)
In the morning after breakfast leave for the Base of Hamta Pass with the packed lunch. The trek ascends gradually along the Hampta stream and leads to the base of the pass (13,200 ft.) with breathtaking hanging glaciers can be enjoyed around.
Overnight stay in Tents.
Day 7: Base of Hamta Pass – Garu (approx. 05 hrs trek)
This morning enjoy breakfast inside the camp and then early start to trekking brings us to the Hampta pass. However, experience the fantastic views of the Mulkila Range on a clear day. Peaks over (20,000 ft.) and the beautiful peaks of Indrasan (21,000 ft.) and Deo Tibba (20,100 ft.) can be seen. Along the northern Hampta stream, cross screw and glacial boulders before reaching our camp site at (12,200 ft.)
Overnight stay in Tents.
Day 8: Garu – Chatru (approx. 2 hrs trek)
Chatru – Manali (approx. 7 hrs drive)
Today morning after breakfast, a short descent trek takes to the confluence of the Hampta stream and the River Chandra. Following the river down stream, reach the road-head of Chatru (10,900 ft.). Enjoy the lunch at Chatru. From Chatru onwards, next journey will be covered by road back to Manali crossing the Rohtang Pass. (13,600 ft.). Upon arrival at Manali, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Relax for the rest of the day at the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 9: Manali
Today the whole is at leisure to revitalize you from the exertion of trekking. Relax for the rest of the day at the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 10: Manali – Shimla (approx. 8 hrs drive)
In the morning post breakfast at the hotel, check-out and drive to Shimla. On arrival at Shimla, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Relax for the rest of the day. The prominent places to visit in Shimla are The State Museum, ViceRegal Lodge, The Prospect Hill, The Jakhu temple, and Summer Hill. There are many local markets with small as well as congested stalls. Shimla is perfect place in winters for Honeymooners and Lovebirds. Walking on the Ridge is the most deliberate experience for any visitor. Visitors with strong bargaining skills may also visit Lakad Bazaar of Shimla near Ridge, established on the steep hill path side market.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 11: Shimla
Half day sightseeing of Shimla
Half day excursion to Kufri
Proceed to visit the The State Museum, ViceRegal Lodge, The Prospect Hill, The Jakhu Temple and Summer Hill. Later in the afternoon, proceed to half day excursion to Kufri.
Later in the evening drive back to your hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 12: Shimla – Chandigarh (3-4 hrs drive) (Departure)
Today morning post leisurely breakfast, check-out the hotel at Shimla and drive ahead to Chandigarh for your onward journey to next destination.
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