9-Day Delhi to Shimla Tour via Amritsar, Dharamshala and Baijnath

9 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Travel from Delhi, the capital of India, to Shimla, the former summer capital of British India and a heavenly hill retreat for travellers. Along the way, visit...

Duration: 9 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Chandigarh, Delhi, Shimla, Amritsar, Dharamshala · Languages: English, Hindi, Italian, Spanish

Know before you go: Guide services in other languages can also be arranged on request.

About Chandigarh

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Chandigarh

Get a local guide for Chandigarh to navigate the Le Corbusier built grid of streets, roam its Rock Garden and indulge in mouth-watering Punjabi cuisine.

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What's Included

Accommodation as per itinerary on a twin-sharing basis with bed and breakfast plan.
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the program.
Professional English-speaking guide.
Monument entrance fees as per the program.
Domestic flight from Delhi to Amritsar in economy class (check-in baggage limit - 15 kg).
Train from Chandigarh to Delhi in AC Chair Car.
Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi.
Hotel pickup and drop-off.
2 bottles of water per traveler per day.
Travel kit document bag.
One souvenir gift from MTA.
Private and personalized services.
All taxes, fees, and handling charges.
GST (Goods and Services Tax).

Not Included

International flights.
Visa and insurance.
Lunch and dinner throughout the tour.
Tips to guides and drivers.
Any other services not specified above.

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Delhi and Old & Colonial Delhi Sightseeing

Arrival in Delhi. After the customs formalities, meet your representative, who will be waiting for you outside Gate Number 5 with your name placard. Start your day with a visit to Old Delhi, also called Shahjahanabad. Visit the world-famous Jama Masjid, the biggest Friday mosque in India, which can host up to 20,000 worshippers. Take a ride on a pedal rickshaw through the narrow alleys of the famous Chandni Chowk Market. Proceed towards Rajghat - the tomb of Mahatma Gandhi, known as the Father of the Nation. In the afternoon, visit the colonial monuments of Delhi. Drive through Rajpath to view Parliament House, the President's House, and India Gate. End your day with a visit to Qutub Minar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Proceed towards the hotel for check-in. Spend the night in Delhi. Inclusions: Accommodation, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees Highlights: Old Delhi, Jama Masjid, Rickshaw Ride, Colonial Delhi, Qutub Minar
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Day 02

Flight to Amritsar and Wagah Border Ceremony

Have breakfast in the morning and take the flight to Amritsar. Transfer to the hotel and check in. Visit the Golden Temple and later the garden of Jallianwala Bagh. The afternoon is free for rest. Around 3 PM, drive to Wagah Border to see the closing ceremony event, which starts exactly at 5:30 PM every day. The border-closing "lowering of the flags" ceremony is a daily military practice by 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 soldiers from both sides and ends with the perfectly coordinated lowering of the two nations' flags. It is called the beating retreat border ceremony at 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 to the hotel for an overnight stay in Amritsar. Inclusions: Domestic Flight, Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees Highlights: Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, Wagah Border Beating Retreat Ceremony
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Day 03

Drive to Dharamshala and McLeodganj Visits

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to McLeodganj (Dharamshala), magnificently set against the backdrop of the Dhauldhar mountains and the seat of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, leader of the Tibetans, since 1960. On arrival, check in to the hotel. In the evening, visit Dal Lake, the Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple, and the Tibetan Monastery. Overnight stay in Dharamshala. Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees. Highlights: Dalai Lama, Dal Lake, Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple, Tibetan Monastery
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Day 04

Dharamshala, Sacred Temples, and Kangra to Baijnath

Have breakfast in the morning. Visit the Jawalmukhi Temple and Chintpurni Temple - these temples are among the 51 Shaktipeeths. Explore the town of Kangra. Continue to Baijnath and check in to the hotel for an overnight stay. Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees. Highlights: Jwalamukhi Temple, Chintpurni Temple, Kangra Town
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Day 05

Baijnath Temple Heritage and Kangra Fort

Have breakfast in the morning and visit an important 8th-century Shiva Temple with exquisitely carved reliefs. Continue to Masrur, a fascinating archaeological site, a rocky hill that was carved from top to bottom in the 8th and 9th centuries. Proceed to visit Kangra Fort, which was damaged by an earthquake in 1905. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Baijnath. Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees. Highlights: Shiva Temple, Kangra Fort
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Day 06

Transfer to Shimla and Evening on Mall Road

Have breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Shimla. Shimla was the summer capital of India in British times. Its colonial heritage includes grand old buildings that portray the unique architecture of the British era. Shimla is a place where the glory of nature is accompanied by the distinctive infrastructure of colonial times. Upon arrival, check in. In the evening, enjoy a walk on the bustling Mall Road, a major attraction of Shimla. Overnight in Shimla. Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees. Highlights: Shimla Sightseeing
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Day 07

Kufri Excursion and Himalayan Nature Park

Take an excursion trip to Kufri, a jewel in the Himalayas. The spectacular view of dense forests, deep valleys, and high mountains will leave you mesmerized. Visit Himalayan Nature Park. You can also take part in various sports activities. Return to Shimla for an overnight stay. Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees. Highlights: Kufri Sightseeing, Himalayan Nature Park
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Day 08

Pinjore Mughal Gardens and Chandigarh Highlights

Have breakfast and proceed to Pinjore (92 km; approximately 3 hours) to visit the magnificent Mughal Gardens created in 1620 by Fidal Khan, court architect and brother of Emperor Aurangzeb. Continue to Chandigarh (23 km; approximately 40 minutes) and check in to the hotel. In the afternoon, visit the highlights of Chandigarh, such as the Rose Garden, the Rock Garden, and the Museum. Spend the night in Chandigarh. Inclusions: Accommodation, Breakfast, Transport, Tourist Guide, Entrance fees. Highlights: Pinjore Sightseeing, Mughal Garden, Rose Garden, Rock Garden, Museum
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Day 09

Chandigarh Architecture and Train to Delhi

Have breakfast in the morning and visit the Le Corbusier buildings - the High Court, the Assembly Hall, and the Secretariat. In the afternoon, transfer to the railway station to take the Shatabdi Express to Delhi (3 hours and 30 minutes). Arrival and transfer to the airport. Inclusions: Breakfast, Transport, Train Highlights: Le Corbusier Buildings