Shimla Dharamshala Tour
13 Days Starting and ending in New Delhi, Delhi, India
Visiting: New Delhi, Shimla, Mandi, Dharamshala, Amritsar, Rishikesh
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Tour code:
SDT13
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
1-85
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Jain, Halal
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishTrip Styles:
Adventure Tours, Budget, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
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Private Available:
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Tour Overview
Experience the journey of India's hill stations, your trip starting from New Delhi. Later enjoy the visit most famous places to Shimla and Dharamsala. Continue to Golden Temple in Amritsar and experience the holy places in Rishikesh in the foot hill of Himalaya's. Hill Station and Golden Temple Tour includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival At New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
On the day of arrival at New Delhi airport, our representative will assist you at the airport and later transfer to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 2 : At New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to New Delhi and Old Delhi, visit Qutub Minar and drive pass to Lotus Temple also visit Humayun’s Tomb, later drive pass to Rashtrapati Bhavan and India Gate. After lunch at Delhi local city restaurant later proceed for Old Delhi sightseeing tour visit Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid and drive pass to Red Fort also take a short rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk spice market.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 : New Delhi - Kalka (By Train) - Shimla (90 Kms / 3.30 Hrs)
Location: Shimla
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi railway station to board the train for Kalka. Upon arrival at Kalka railway station, our representative will meet you and later drive to Shimla. Upon arrival at Shimla check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 : At Shimla
Location: Shimla
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed full day guided tour to Shimla visit Kali Bari Temple, Sankat Mochan temple, Jakhu temple which are devoted to Lord Hanuman, Christ Church, State Museum and ndian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS).
Evening free for leisure activities and shopping markets such as The Mall & The Ridge.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 5 : Shimla - Mandi (142 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Location: Mandi
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Mandi. Upon arrival at Mandi check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
After refresh yourself, later proceed for sightseeing tour to Mandi, visit Bhootnath temple, Shyama kali temple and other temples. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 6 : Mandi - Dharamshala (145 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Location: Dharamshala
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Dharamshala. Upon arrival at Dharamshala check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 7 : At Dharamshala
Location: Dharamshala
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Dharamshala, visit - Naddi Village, Dal Lake, St. John Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Bhagsunag Waterfall. Also visit the 14th Dalai Lama’s Monastery & Residence (Namgyal Monastery).
After finish your guided tour to Dharamshala, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 8 : Dharamshala - Amritsar (220 Kms / 5:30 Hrs)
Location: Amritsar
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Amritsar. Upon arrival at Amritsar check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
After refresh yourself, later visit to Wagah Border and attend Beating Retreat ceremony. After finish the ceremony at Wagah border later drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9 : At Amritsar
Location: Amritsar
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Amritsar, visit Golden Temple - It is the preeminent pilgrimage site of Sikhism. The architecture of Golden Temple is a blend of Hindu and Muslims architecture, also visit Jallianwala bagh and Durgiana Temple.
After finish your guided tour to Amritsar, later day free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 : Amritsar - Haridwar (By Train) - Rishikesh (25 Kms / 30 Mins)
Location: Rishikesh
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to Amritsar railway station to board the train for Haridwar. Upon arrival at Haridwar railway station, our representative will meet you and later drive to Rishikesh. Upon arrival at Rishikesh check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay.
Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 : At Rishikesh
Location: Rishikesh
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Rishikesh which is reowned as the 'Yoga Capital of the World’, visit Bharat Temple - the oldest famous temple in Rishikesh at Triveni Ghat, Thirteen Story Temple, Gita Bhavan, Swarg Ashram and Parmartn Niketan. Also visit Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula the hanging bridge on the Ganga river are one of the most famous spot in Rishikesh.
Also experience the Ganges Aarti ceremony in evening which is performed at Triveni Ghat.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 : Rishikesh - New Delhi (250 Kms / 5 Hrs)
Location: New Delhi
Accommodation: Hotel, 3 Star Deluxe
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to New Delhi. Upon arrival at New Delhi check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 13 : Departure From New Delhi
Location: New Delhi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and transfer to New Delhi airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
What's Included
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12 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
3 Star Accommodation.
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Meals.
12 Breakfast at Hotel.
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Assistance during arrival and departure by Panda Experiences.
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All sightseeing including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
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English speaking guide at New Delhi, Shimla, Dharamshala, Amristar and Rishikesh.
Other languages guides are available on additional charges.
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Cycle Rickshaw ride at Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.
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Experience the thrill of lowering of the flags ceremony at the Attari-Wagah border.
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Attend the Ganga aarti ceremony at Rishikesh.
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Train tickets from New Delhi to Kalka.
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Train tickets from Amritsar to Rishikesh.
What's Not Included
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Visas Fee (if applicable).
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Monument entry fees.
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Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
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Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
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International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 Star
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Do I need a visa to travel to India?
Yes. The Government of India grants Tourist Visa to a foreigner who does not have a residence or occupation in India. The only purpose of visiting India should be recreation, sight seeing, casual visit to meet friends and relatives etc. Any activity other than the aforementioned ones is cognizable.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Panda Experiences has been in operation since 2008
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Low Deposit
Panda Experiences requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 80 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of panda experiences charges.
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