Manali and Dharamsala
Northern India, nestled in the Himalayas.
Manali, Dharamsala, Kikar Lodge
13 days
£1079 per person
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Overview
Manali and Dharamsala in Himachal Pradesh, northern India, nestled in the western Himalayas, offers some of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. Experience crisp mountain air, abundant natural beauty, culture and tradition with Tibetan influence from the base for the Tibetan government in exile.
"It was fantastic! A trip of a lifetime to meet wonderful people in a fascinating country." Paul and Sandra Cheney, UK
Day 1 - Dinner
New Delhi Airport | New Delhi Hotel
Meet our representative waiting for you at the airport, transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. In the evening enjoy a complimentary dinner at the hotel.
New Delhi Airport
Day 2 - Breakfast
New Delhi | Nalagarh
Morning & Afternoon: Drive to Nalagarh, enjoy the spectacular landscape and countryside during your drive. Visit the Pinjore Gardens nearby your hotel. Rest of the day is free.
Nalagarh
Day 3 - Breakfast
Nalagarh | Manali
Morning: Drive to Manali, beautifully situated between towering peaks with many pleasant walks around the town.
Afternoon: Visit the Hadimba temple.
Hadimba Temple
Day 4 - Breakfast
Rohtang Pass
Morning & Afternoon: Drive to the mighty snowbound Rohtang Pass (3979m), take in the amazing panoramic view of mountains and visit the lakes. Return to Manali.
Note: The Rohtang pass is only open from May until August. In other months of the year you will visit the Solang valley instead.
Rhotang Pass
Day 5 - Breakfast
Manali
Morning: Visit Solang valley also known as Snow Point and offers splendid views of glaciers and the snow-capped mountains.
Afternoon: Drive to the beautiful Naggar Castle. Return to Manali
Naggar Castle
Day 6 - Breakfast
Manali | Dharamsala / Mcleod Ganj
Morning & Afternoon: Drive to Dharamsala.
Dharamsala
Day 7 - Breakfast
Dharamsala
Morning & Afternoon: Enjoy a city tour of Dharamsala, visit Bhagsunag and Bhagsu falls in Mcleod Ganj.
Afternoon: Visit St. John’s Church, dedicated to Lord Elgin, one of the viceroys of India, in the beautiful Deodar forest.
Dharamsala
Day 8 - Breakfast
Dharamsala | Dalhousie
Morning: Drive to Dalhousie. The rest of the day is free with the opportunity to stroll walk the beautiful surroundings and witness a spectacular sunset.
Dalhousie
Day 9 - Breakfast
Khajjiar
Morning & Afternoon: An excursion to Khajjiar, also known as ‘mini Switzerland’. Visit the 12th century Khajji Nag temple. Return to Dalhousie.
Khajjiar
Day 10 - Breakfast
Dalhousie | Kikar Lodge
Morning: Drive to visit Kikar Lodge,. built in the middle of 1800 acres of private forest, a lush enclave punctuated by a dozen cottages overlooking two large swimming pools and paths meandering through flower-beds.
Kikar Lodge
Day 11 - Breakfast
Kikar Lodge
Morning & Afternoon: Day free to relax.
Kikar Lodge
Day 12 - Breakfast
Kikar Lodge | New Delhi
Morning: After breakfast drive to Delhi, the rest of the day is free.
New Delhi
Day 13 - Breakfast
New Delhi Hotel | New Delhi Airport
Departure day: We provide a complimentary transfer to New Delhi Airport where our representative will help you and bid you farewell.
New Delhi Airport
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Our Prices
Are based on two people travelling together and sharing a room. We offer reasonable quotes for single travellers and can save money for groups of two or more people, we want to tailor your holiday to suit your budget.
Included in your holiday
- All accommodation
- Local English speaking guides
- All activities as per the itinerary
- All entrance fees
- All transportation
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Airport transfers
- 24/7 support from our local representatives
Excluded from your holiday
- International flights – read about our flight advice
- Travel insurance – read more
- Personal expenses e.g. gifts, alcohol
- Single accommodation (available on request)
- Visas and Vaccinations
- Tips – read more
- Please allow £15 to £25 per day for lunches and dinners not included.
Value for Money
We believe that value for money is important, we want you to travel with us again. When comparing prices, ensure you are comparing like for like as often there may be a cheaper option, but there may be hidden extras, fewer services or the quality may not be as good.
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Day 1
New Delhi Airport | New Delhi Hotel -
Day 2
New Delhi | Nalagarh -
Day 3
Nalagarh | Manali -
Day 4
Rohtang Pass -
Day 5
Manali -
Day 6
Manali | Dharamsala / Mcleod Ganj -
Day 7
Dharamsala -
Day 8
Dharamsala | Dalhousie -
Day 9
Khajjiar -
Day 10
Dalhousie | Kikar Lodge -
Day 11
Kikar Lodge -
Day 12
Kikar Lodge | New Delhi -
Day 13
New Delhi Hotel | New Delhi Airport
Everything You Need to Know
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It’s Good to Know
We have assembled a list of all the things about this itinerary that are good to know, those things that you could have gone on holiday, not knowing, but feel better that you did.
Time Zone: GMT +5hr 30min
Language: Hindi
When to Go to India
Our tailor made approach to your holiday offers you complete choice, for a rough guide of the typical temperature and rainfall see Weather and Climate.
- We can base your holiday to suit the dates you want to go.
- We can offer some fixed date departures for customers wanting to join a group.
- Some holidays must operate on certain dates if they contain time sensitive events like a course or a festival.
- We can help solve the age-old problem of booking a holiday to get away from the crowds.
Tour Manali and Dharamsala
The best time to go is April, May, June and September, October
Personalise your unique adventure
Tailor-made Holidays
We design trips around the needs, interests, and budgets of single travellers, couples, families, small groups, Scout groups and schools.
So, personalise your unique adventure with these add-ons and don’t hesitate to let our professional Travel Consultants know about any needs or interests that aren’t listed, we love a challenge!
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