Arrival at Delhi Station / Airport, Assistance upon Arrival and Proceed to Shimla – Arrival at Shimla Visit the famous Mall Road, Scandal Point and Shimla Church as per the timings enjoy shopping and Photography,

 

Shimla the former summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties which one can think of. It has got a scenic location; it is surrounded by green hills with snow capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create an aura which is very different from other hill.Altitude: 2202.00 Meters Shimla is ideally located, and though there is an air service to the town, it is best reached by road that takes in the charms of the HIMALAYAN countryside at its best. There is a sense of nostalgia about SHIMLA, with its old bungalows and their gabled roofs and beautiful gardens. Also Known As: The Summer Refuge

Day 2 : Shimla – Kufree – Shimla
Visit Kufri – Winter Sports Capital & back to Shimla, Sightseeing in Shimla as per the timings

Kufri, at distance of 16 km from Shimla and at an altitude of 2510 m above sea level, is a site offering some famous hikes and wonderful snow for skiing in winters. An enjoyable walk leads up to the Mahasu Peak. The Himalayan Nature Park here has a good collection of animals and birds found in the region.

Day 3 : Shimla – Manali (260kms / 06 – 07hrs Approx)
Departure for Manali, En-route pass by Pandoh Dam, Beas River, Sutlej River, Kullu Valley, Dashehra Maiden and visit Shawl Factory at Kullu – Arrival at Manali in the evening timings

Day 4 : Manali – Rohtang Valley – Manali
Enjoy spectacular morning drive towards Rohtang Valley & Sightseeing / Visits in Manali, Visit at Tibbetan Monesty, The Mall, Vashishta Kund and Hidimba Mandir

Manali is situated near the end of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh. The landscape here is breath taking. One sees well-defined snow capped peaks, the Beas river with its clear water meanders through the town. On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields and fruit orchards. It is an excellent place for a holiday, From temples to antiquity, to picturesque sight-seeing spots and adventure activities, Manali is a popular resort for all seasons and for all travellers.

Rohtang Valley 51 Kms from Manali. Located at a height of 3980 m, the Pass once served as a crucial trade route, and still remains the gateway to the districts of Lahaul and Spiti, provides wonderful views of the entire surroundings. Just beyond the Pass the Sonapani Glacier and the twin peak of Gaypan.

Day 5 : Srinagar
Explore the panoramic view of Manali hills free for leisure and optional visits in Manali.

Day 6 : Manali – Chandigarh (320kms / 06 – 07hrs Approx)
After Breakfast departure for Chandigarh – Arrival at Chandigarh as per the timings.

Day 7: Chandigarh – Delhi (250kms / 05 – 06hrs Approx)
After Breakfast Checkout from hotel / resort and move for Sightseeing / Visits in Chandigarh, The Capital of Punjab and Haryana the only Indian City to have been designed and planned by a single architect - Le Corbusier. Visit Rock Garden, Rose Garden and Sukhana Lake By Afternoon departure for Delhi – Arrival at Delhi and transfer to hotel / resort in Delhi

Chandigarh is one of the most significant urban planning experiments of the 20th century. It is the only one of the numerous urban planning schemes of Le Corbusier, the famous French architect-planner, to have actually been executed. It is also the site of some of his greatest architectural creations. The city has had far-reaching impact, ushering in a modern idiom of architecture and city planning all over India and has become a symbol of planned urbanism. It is as famous for its landscaping as for its architectural ambience.Most of the buildings are in pure, cubical form, geometrically subdivided with emphasis on proportion, scale and detail.

Day 8 : Delhi
After Breakfast move for Sightseeing / Visits in Delhi, Visit at The UNESCO World Heritage Site – Red Fort, Akshardham Temple, UNESCO World Heritage Site – Qutub Minar, Lotus Temple, War Memorial India Gate and Passing by President House, Parliament Street Evening timings Optional Shopping Visits in Delhi Market

Delhi The Capital City of India – New Delhi created by the British Raj is composed of spacious, tree-lined avenues and imposing government buildings, This city has been the seat of power for several rulers and many empires for about a millennium. Many a times the city was built, destroyed and then rebuilt here. Interestingly, a number of Delhi's rulers played a dual role, first as destroyers and then as creators. The city's importance lies not just in its past glory as the seat of empires and magnificent monuments, but also in the rich and diverse cultures. No wonder chroniclers of Delhi culture - from Chand Bardai and Amir Khusro to present day's writers - have ever been at a loss for topics. In Delhi, you will discover that the city is sprinkled with dazzling gems: captivating ancient monuments, fascinating museums and art galleries,architectural wonders, a vivacious performing-arts scene, fabulous eating places and bustling markets.

Day 9 : Delhi – Agra (190kms / 03 – 04Hrs Approx)
After Early Breakfast drive to the "Indian Heritage City Agra" Arrival at Agra Visit at Sikandra ( Mughal Emperor Akbar's Tomb) transfer to hotel / resort at Agra, get freshen up and move for Sightseeing / Visit at Agra, Visit at UNESCO World Heritage site – Taj Mahal and UNESCO World Heritage site – Agra Fort

"Agra The Indian Heritage City" Agra city is situated on the banks of holy river Yamuna. a prominent tourist destination in the country. Millions of tourists visit Agra from all across the world every year to see the beauty of majestic Taj Mahal and other historical monument lying every where in the city. Agra is primarily witness of Mughal architectural excellence and their love for structural designs. No trip to India can be considered as complete without visiting to Agra

UNESCO World Heritage Site – Taj Mahal, one of the most recognisable structures in the world, attracts around four million visitors annually. This beautiful structure of white marble was built by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, in the memory of his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The construction of the monument started in 1632, a year after the death of his wife, and was completed in 1653. The Taj Mahal was constructed under the supervision of architects Abdul-Karim Ma'mur Khan, Makramat Khan and Ustad Ahmad Lahauri. This symbol of eternal love is the quintessence of Mughal architecture. Besides, it also combines elements from Persian, Turkish and Indian architectural styles. The tomb, which is a white marble structure, stands in the centre of a complex. The most striking feature of this tomb is the marble dome, which is often called an onion dome. Decorated with a lotus design, the top of this tomb features a gilded finial, which is topped by a moon. The finial reflects a mix of traditional Persian and Hindu decorative elements. The exteriors of the Taj Mahal are decorated by paint, stucco, stone inlays or carvings. The cenotaph of Mumtaz Mahal is placed in the centre of the inner chamber. Furthermore, the cenotaph of Shah Jahan lies west of Mumtaz Mahal's cenotaph. The cenotaph of Shah Jahan is bigger than that of his wife. Both the base and casket of the cenotaph are decorated with precious and semiprecious gems. The complex of Taj Mahal has a 300sq. m wide garden, which is also known as charbagh or Mughal Garden. The design of the garden draws influences from Persian gardens that were introduced in India by Babur, the first Mughal emperor. The Taj Mahal complex is bounded on three sides by red sandstone walls. Taj Mahal was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1983. Besides, it is also counted among the seven wonders of the modern world.

Day 10 : Agra – Delhi (190kms / 03 – 04hrs Approx)
Morning time take marvels view of The Taj Mahal then drive from Agra to Delhi – Arrival at Delhi and transfer up to Delhi Station / Airport as per the timings.

Price
2* Hotel package cost per person:Rs. 28800
3* Hotel package cost per person:Rs. 31800