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Golden Temple and the Himalayas |
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TOUR
PRICES
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The
Golden Temple and The Himalayas (13
nights/14 days)
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Delhi
– Amritsar – Dharamshala -
Paragpur - Nalagarh - Shimla - Delhi |
Tour
Price |
| 01 Nov – 10 Dec 06 |
GBP £ 929 |
Accommodation
Details |
| Delhi |
The Connaught |
| Amritsar |
Ritz Plaza |
| Dharamshala |
Surya Resort |
| Paragpur |
Judges Court |
| Nalagarh |
Nalagarh Fort |
| Shimla |
Radisson |
| Delhi |
The Connaught |
Price
Includes
- All prices are per person.
- International Flights and All Taxes.
- Featured hotels, on twin sharing room
with daily breakfast using base category
rooms.
- All surface transfers, sightseeing
and excursions by an exclusive air-conditioned
car as per the itinerary.
- Executive Class Train fare for Travel
between Delhi–Amritsar, Shimla
– Kalka in Toy Train and Kalka–Delhi
by air-conditioned Shatabdi Express.
Rest all travel by an exclusive air-conditioned
car, hence no domestic flights required.
- Services of an English speaking local
guide and monument fees for sightseeing
as per itinerary.
- Hotel extensions and other programs
can be added on request at extra cost.
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| Day 01: Arrive Delhi
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Arrive
Delhi and transfer to Hotel for one night.
Delhi, where an empire rose and fell
before the dawn of history; where citadels of
emperors appeared and disappeared; a city of mysterious
eternity whose old ruins proclaim a majestic and
imperial past.
There have been at least eight cities built in
and around modern Delhi, and the old saying that
whoever founds a new city at Delhi will lose it
has come true every time, most recently for the
British who built New Delhi in 1911. |
| Day 02: Delhi |
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In
the afternoon enjoy a tour of New Delhi.
In 1911, the British asked Lutyens to design a
new city, the result was New Delhi, The architectural
designs, and sophistication of the buildings and
the wide tree lines avenues are reminiscent of
many European cities. Visit Connaught Place the
hub of the city mainly devoted to shops, banks
and restaurants. Then on to Rajpath flanked by
Ornamental ponds and lawns, with India Gate at
one end and the Presidents house at the other
Rajpath most clearly reflects Lutyens European
influence. Drive past the impressive president’s
house and the Parliament House and visit Humayuns
Tomb, Delhi’s first Moghul tomb its sombre,
Persian-style elegance marks this as one of Delhi’s
finest historic sites. Finally visit Qutub Minar.
Built In 1199 either as a victory tower or as
a minaret to the adjacent mosque, at a height
of 72.5 meters. It is still the highest, and one
of the finest stone towers in India.
Overnight
at Hotel |
| Day 03: Delhi – Amritsar
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Morning
tour of Old Delhi. Visit the old city of Shahjananbad
where you will the see imposing Red Fort one of
the most magnificent palaces in the world. Take
a cycle rickshaw for a unique experience from
the Red Fort, along Chandni Chowk experiencing
the famous main street in Old Delhi, full of all
kinds of shops it overflows with all kinds of
traffic, people, sounds and smells. Later visit
Jama Masjid the largest mosque in India and a
stunning example of Mughal architecture and the
Samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi (memorial of Mahatma
Gandhi) at Raj Ghat. Situated on the bank of the
legendary Yamuna River.
Afternoon transfer New Delhi railway station
in time for the evening Shatabdi Express Train
to Amritsar departing Delhi at 16:30
Hours to arrive Amritsar at 22:15 Hours.
On arrival in Amritsar met and assist and transfer
to Hotel for overnight stay.
Amritsar Literally meaning "holy pool of
nectar", home to the Golden Temple, and the
spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh Religion.
Amritsar is one of the most ancient and fascinating
cities of India with historical and religious
importance; economically it is now the showpiece
of the prosperity and wealth of Punjab.
Overnight at Hotel |
| Day 04: Amritsar |
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Morning
tour of Amritsar visiting, Harmandir Sahib, also
knows as the Golden Temple; the holiest
shrine of the Sikh religion. The Golden Temple
and was initiated by the fourth Guru of Sikhs,
Guru Ramdas Jee and completed in 1601 by his successor
Guru Arjan Dev Jee.
The Golden Temple sits on a rectangular platform,
surrounded by a pool of water called the Amrit
Sarovar from which the City is named and is located
in the center of the old part of Amritsar
Later visit Jallian Wala Bagh, noted as the site
of the most notorious massacre under British rule.
Today this ground has been changed to a park and
memorial.
Evening tour to Wagah Border, the border
crossing between India and Pakistan located about
28 kms from Amritsar. The border is famous
for the marching retreat at sunset everyday when
a large numbers of tourists come to witness this
spectacular site from both the sides. The changing
of guards, lowering of flags, is all done in perfect
symphony and harmony on both sides.
Overnight at Hotel |
| Day 05: Amritsar –
Dharamsala |
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After
breakfast drive to Dharamsala approximately
199 Kms – 5 Hours
On arrival check into your hotel, remainder of
the day at leisure.
Dharamshala stands at the foot of Dhauladhar
and has a magnificent view of snowy peaks, deodar
and pine forests, tea gardens and beautiful
hills. The snow line is perhaps more easily
accessible at Dharamshala than any other hill
station in India.
Dharamshala now really has become international,
with a number of Tibetan settlements and the
residence of Noble Laureate the 'Dalai Lama'.
When the Dalai Lama left Tibet, Indian Prime
Minister Jawaharlal Nehru offered to permit
him and his followers to establish a "government-in-exile"
in Dharamsala. Since that point, many Tibetan
exiles have settled in the town, numbering several
thousand. Most of these exiles live in Upper
Dharamsala, or McLeod Ganj, where they established
temples and schools. The town is sometimes known
as "Little Lhasa", after the Tibetan
capital city
Overnight at Hotel
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| Day 06: Dharamsala |
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Visit
the headquarters of H.H. the Dalai Lama in Mcleodganj
and the Norbulingka Institute, centre for Buddhist
teaching, housing over a thousand painted
images. You can also visit the Namgyal Monastery,
the Kalachakra Temple and the Bhagsunath Temple.
Paintings by Roerich can be seen in the Museum
of Kangra Art.
Rest of the day is at leisure, overnight
at Hotel |
| Day 07: Dharamsala –
Paragpur |
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After
breakfast drive to Paragpur approximately
50 Kms – 2 Hours
Pragpur is a small hamlet with very little population.
It is located at an elevation of 1800 ft above
the sea level in the Kangra Valley. Pragpur village
lies on the foothills of the massive Dhauladhars
popularly referred to as the White Ranges
Pragpur is the first certified Heritage Village
of India. The Kuthiala Soods had set up the village
of Pragpur in the memory of Princess Prag Dei
of the Jaswan Royal Family. There are several
splendid buildings in the village worth visiting
including the 300-year-old ancestral home of the
Kuthiala Soods.
Remainder of the day at Leisure to enjoy
the area
Overnight at Hotel |
| Day 09: Paragpur –
Nalagarh |
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After
breakfast drive from Paragpur to Nalagarh approximately
120 Kms – 5 Hours
On arrival check into the Nalagarh Fort for overnight
stay.
The Nalagarh Fort has a series of structures
that are mostly built in the Mughal style of architecture.
These have been exhaustively renovated and are
now a quality heritage resort with panoramic view
of Shivalik Hills. It was built by the rulers
of Nalagarh, who were deeply interested in art
and architecture. The present ruling family continues
to stay at the heritage resort, which adds to
its regal ambience. |
| Day 10: Nalagarh –
Shimla |
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After
breakfast drive to Shimla approximately
139 Kms – 6 Hours
Scottish civil servant Charles Kennedy
built Shimla's first British summer home in 1822
and by the latter half of the 19th century the
city had become the summer capital of the British
Raj. Many British soldiers, merchants, and civil
servants moved there for roughly half of each
year.
Today Shimla remains One of the most popular hill
Resorts of the North, offering beautiful views
of the middle Himalyas, a vibrant atmosphere and
many shops, restaurants and attractions.
Overnight at Hotel |
| Day 11: Shimla |
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After
breakfast rest of the day is at leisure,
overnight at Hotel
Shimla is ideal for walks and life revolves around
the busy Mall in the centre of town. One can visit
the mock tudor Library, the Christ Church, the
Gaiety Theatre and the Viceregal Lodge or drive
to Naldera for a round of golf. |
| Day 13: Shimla – Delhi |
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After
breakfast depart from Shimla by the narrow gauge
Kalka Shimla Railway connects Shimla to the main
railway network at Kalka. Travel by rail
is slow but the scenery and 103 tunnels en route
make a it a memrobale journey.
Connect to the Shatabdi Express Train for Delhi
leaving Kalka at 17:30 Hours and arriving Delhi
at 21:40 Hours
Meet and assist on arrival in Delhi and
transfer to Hotel for overnight stay |
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Day
1 London - Delhi
Arrive Delhi and transfer to Hotel for
one night.
Delhi, where an empire rose and fell before the
dawn of history; where citadels of emperors appeared and
disappeared; a city of mysterious eternity whose old ruins
proclaim a majestic and imperial past. (more
info)
Day 2 Delhi
In the afternoon enjoy a tour of New Delhi.
In 1911, the British asked Lutyens to design a new city,
the result was New Delhi, The architectural designs, and
sophistication of the buildings and the wide tree lines
avenues are reminiscent of many European cities.
Overnight stay at your hotel in Delhi. (more
info)
Day 03: Delhi – Amritsar
Morning tour of Old Delhi. Visit the old city of Shahjananbad
where you will the see imposing Red Fort one of the most
magnificent palaces in the world. Take a cycle rickshaw
for a unique experience from the Red Fort, along Chandni
Chowk. Afternoon transfer New Delhi railway station
in time for the evening Shatabdi Express Train to Amritsar
Overnight stay at your hotel.
(more info)
Day 4 Amritsar
Morning tour of Amritsar visiting, Harmandir Sahib, also
knows as the Golden Temple.Evening tour to Wagah Border,
the border crossing between India and Pakistan located
about 28 kms from Amritsar.
Overnight stay at your hotel. (more
info)
Day 5 Amritsar – Dharamsala
After breakfast drive to Dharamsala approximately
199 Kms – 5 hours
Dharamshala stands at the foot of Dhauladhar and has a
magnificent view of snowy peaks, deodar and pine forests,
tea gardens and beautiful hills. The snow line is perhaps
more easily accessible at Dharamshala than any other hill
station in India. (more
info)
Day 06: Dharamsala
Visit the headquarters of H.H. the Dalai Lama
in Mcleodganj and the Norbulingka Institute, centre for
Buddhist teaching
Overnight stay at your hotel. (more
info)
Day 07: Dharamsala – Paragpur
Pragpur is a small hamlet with very little population.
It is located at an elevation of 1800 ft above the sea
level in the Kangra Valley. Pragpur village lies on the
foothills of the massive Dhauladhars popularly referred
to as the White Ranges Pragpur is the first certified
Heritage Village of India. (more
info)
Day 08: Paragpur
Day free at leisure for independent activities and to
explore this beautiful area. Overnight at Hotel
Day 09: Paragpur – Nalagarh
After breakfast drive from Paragpur to Nalagarh approximately
120 Kms – 5 Hours.
On arrival check into the
Nalagarh Fort for overnight stay. The Nalagarh Fort has
a series of structures that are mostly built in the Mughal
style of architecture. (more
info)
Day 10: Nalagarh – Shimla
After breakfast drive to Shimla approximately 139 Kms
– 6 Hours
Scottish civil servant Charles Kennedy built Shimla's
first British summer home in 1822 and by the latter half
of the 19th century the city had become the summer capital
of the British Raj.
(more
info)
Day 11: Shimla
After breakfast rest of the day is at leisure,
overnight at Hotel
Shimla is ideal for walks and life revolves around the
busy Mall in the centre of town. One can visit the mock
tudor Library, the Christ Church, the Gaiety Theatre and
the Viceregal Lodge or drive to Naldera for a round of
golf.
(more
info)
Day 12: Shimla
After breakfast rest of the day is at leisure,
overnight at Hotel
Day 13: Shimla
After breakfast depart from Shimla by the narrow
gauge Kalka Shimla Railway connects Shimla to the main
railway network at Kalka.
(more
info)
Day 14: Leave Delhi
After breakfast departure to International Airport
to board afternoon flight to London |
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