Your tour begins with your arrival at Delhi, the Capital of India which is a busy city undoubtedly but amidst all that you can surely find yourself submerged in the history of the city and its story telling monuments. Being one of the most developed cities in India, it offers a full package of all that you can think of. Superb connectivity by buses, metros, taxi etc. Delhi also has historical importance and holds various monuments like Purana Quila, Kabuli, Feroz Shah Kotla, Qutub Minar, Jantar Mantar and so on.

You will also get to witness different cultures. Delhi being the capital of India is a political hub and just roaming around within Delhi will give you a feeling of how important the city is. Every political party has it’s root here and historically Delhi is also known as Indraprathas which was capital of Pandavas in Mahabharata.

There are many historical stories hidden about the Mughals, Raja’s and Maharaja’s. Be it, the famous India Gate, Lotus temple, the beautiful Swami Narain Mandir, huge Qutub Minar, the Red fort and the list is endless. These forts and ancient buildings reveal a true story and if you have sheer will to know the nuances, although a day is not enough for you.

You will visit Amritsar, formerly known as Ramdaspur, because it was founded by Ramdas in 1577. It is also the administrative centre for the state of Punjab. The city is famous for carpets, goat hair which are used in making of fabrics and handicraft items and you will have ample room for the foodie travellers as they can enjoy rich cultural cuisine here. Amritsar also holds the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) the main temple for every Sikhs. Golden temple being one of the most well-known destinations for the visitors and over 100,000 people visit the Shrine every day days. Golden temple is also one of the revered Gurudwaras and possesses the original Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book. The shining golden water near the temple, the beautiful gurudwara structure, fills you with utmost desire to visit.

The Wagah Border, in the small town of Wagah, is a border of two nations India and Pakistan. The changing of the guard ceremony, which happens every day two hours before sunset, is a memorable experience to look forward to. This ceremony is conducted by Border Security Force (India) and Pakistan Rangers (Pakistan).  In this ceremony you can see some high quality marching, loud sounds and sporadic wide eyes. You won’t find this amazing experience anywhere else around the globe.

Then you will visit Kangra (district of Himachal Pradesh) formerly known as Bhagsu. It is also the home town of the famous Tibetan Buddhist icon – the Dalai Lama who evangelised Buddhism across the world. The entire city is surrounded by dense forest, upper range includes Kangra Valley and the lower suburbs like McLoed Ganj, Naddi, Kotwali bazaar and so on. Dharamshala is famous among Tibetan people and many students from different countries come to learn Buddhism here.

As mentioned McLoedGanj lies on the suburbs of Dharamshala and well known as Dhasa. The majority of the population over here is Tibetan and the Tibetan Govt in Exile is headquartered in McLoedGanj and Dalai Lama’s official residence. The town is likewise known for Tibetan crafted works, thangkas, Tibetan rugs etc. The most important temple is the Dalai Lama Temple which has statues of Shakyamuni, Avalokiteśvara, and Padmasambhava. Excellent and entrancing waterfalls are an absolute necessity for any traveller. There is a famous historical church named St John Church in-between McLoed Ganj and Forsyth Ganj. This church was built during British times for housing the tomb.

Then you will proceed to Paragpur, which is known as India’s first Heritage village. The acclaimed Kangra School of painting has its base here in Paragpur. The town is also portrayed with cobbled lanes, fancy town tank and slate roofed houses. From Paragpur there are a number of trekking routes, angling & bird viewing sites and pilgrimage places, which visitors can investigate according to their interests. Around Paragpur there are plantations, which deliver a portion of the regular organic products, for example, citrus natural products, lemons and mangoes. The area is embellished with beautiful blooms amidst spring. Apart from that, it has various places to visit like Taal, Butail Newas, The Judge’s Court, Dada Siba Temple and the Masroor. The region has a few streams that deplete into the waterway Beas – the fanciful waterway Vipasa. Numerous spots of religious and social significance are inside simple range. Nearby, the Dhauladhar mountains make a dazzling setting. With its stable atmosphere, simple access and rich vegetation, Pragpur and its environment offer a perfect area for Village Tourism.

Once the Summer Capital of British India, Shimla is really an impeccable spot. Presently the capital of Himachal Pradesh, it is a Hill station up north, offering an extraordinary perspective. The place still has the touch of British engineering. Unlike elsewhere in India, Shimla has exceptionally cool temperatures. The lavish green Hills and the snow trapped mountains stand tall, making it extremely picturesque.

Resting at the foothills of the majestic Himalayas is Shimla, the queen of hill stations and once the summer capital of the British Raj. Shimla was the most important British hill resort, prior to India’s independence. It is named after its patron goddess, Shamla Devi, a manifestation of Kali. Shimla, located at an altitude of 7,267 feet, is inhabited around a crescent – shaped ridge, which is blessed with perennially cool air and amazing views. It provides superb panoramic sights of the valleys, and the lofty peaks of the great Himalayan range, on both sides.

A short experience of the toy train between Shimla and Kalka, a 96 kilometre picturesque journey is a popular experience that takes you more than 864 scaffolds and 102 tunnels and the longest one at Barog.

Later you will return back to Delhi and travel onward to your new destination.

PRICES / TERMS & CONDITIONS

Offer Starting from : £ 1595 per person * 

Supplements may apply peak periods, city sold out dates, and high seasons.

Supplement for superior hotels apply.

*Train bookings open 60 days prior to the date of operation. Complete passport details are required to process the booking. Seats are booked on first come first serve basis.

PACKAGE COST INCLUDES:

• Economy class flights UK to India.
• Accommodation at above mentioned or similar hotels on twin sharing basis as per the chosen Option
• Daily buffet breakfast at all hotels
• All transfers / visits / excursion as per the program by air-conditioned vehicle
• Services of English speaking local guide for sightseeing as per itinerary.
• Entrances at the Monuments (01 visit).
• Train fare in best available class
• All road taxes, parking fee, fuel charges, interstate taxes
• Escorted arrival/departure transfers at airport/train stations as per itinerary
• Government service Tax  (Subject to change)

PACKAGE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages camera/video fee at monuments, medical expenses, porterage, airport departure tax etc
• Meals other than those specified above
• Transport during days at leisure

MONUMENT CLOSURE DAYS

• Delhi-Red Fort-Closed on Mondays
• Tibet Museum in Mc Leodganj  closed on Monday 2^nd , 3^rd & 4^th Saturday.