8-Day North India Tour of Shimla, Manali and Kashmir Valleys
About This Tour
Embark on an 8-day journey through North India, exploring Shimla, Manali, Srinagar, Gulmarg, and Pahalgam. Discover Shimla's colonial charm and Kufri's Himalaya...
Duration: 8 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Premium · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Delhi, Shimla, Srinagar, Kullu, Manali, Gulmarg, Pahalgam · Languages: English
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What's Included
- Accommodation in comfort/deluxe hotels or a houseboat (as per preference)
- Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotel
- All transfers (pick-up and drop-off) and sightseeing by private cab
- Shikara ride on Dal Lake (Srinagar)
- Driver-cum-guide
- 1 mineral water bottle
- All taxes included
Not Included
- Airfare or train fare
- Adventure activities such as paragliding, skiing, and rafting
- Rohtang Pass permit fee (to be paid directly)
- Entry fees to monuments, gardens, or temples
- Lunch, beverages, and personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Delhi and Transfer to Shimla
Pick-up from Delhi Airport/Railway Station. Drive to Shimla (approx. 7-8 hours). Check in at the hotel, with the evening free for leisure. Overnight stay in Shimla.
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2Day 02
Shimla and Kufri Sightseeing
Visit Kufri - Himalayan Wildlife Zoo and Adventure Park. Explore Mall Road, Christ Church, The Ridge, and Jakhoo Temple. Enjoy the scenic beauty and colonial charm of Shimla. Overnight stay in Shimla.
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3Day 03
Shimla to Manali via Kullu Valley
Drive to Manali (approx. 7-8 hours). En route, visit Kullu Valley, Pandoh Dam, and Vaishno Devi Temple. Check in at the hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Manali.
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4Day 04
Manali Sightseeing and Solang Valley Excursion
Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, and the Tibetan Monastery. Enjoy a full-day excursion to Solang Valley. Take part in adventure activities such as paragliding, skiing, and snow games. Overnight stay in Manali.
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5Day 05
Manali to Srinagar
Travel to Delhi (by bus/flight) and fly to Srinagar. On arrival in Srinagar, check in at a hotel/houseboat. Visit the Mughal Gardens - Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Enjoy an evening Shikara ride on Dal Lake. Overnight stay in Srinagar (houseboat/hotel).
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6Day 06
Gulmarg Excursion from Srinagar
Drive to Gulmarg (approx. 2 hours). Enjoy the Gondola Ride (cable car) to Apharwat Peak. Visit the famous Gulmarg Golf Course and Maharani Temple. Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.
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7Day 07
Pahalgam Excursion from Srinagar
Drive to Pahalgam (approx. 3 hours). Visit Aru Valley, Betaab Valley, and Baisaran Hills (at additional cost). Enjoy leisure time along the Lidder River. Return to Srinagar for an overnight stay.
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8Day 08
Departure from Srinagar
Transfer to Srinagar Airport for your onward journey.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: New Delhi, Delhi, India · Tour start: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.