Himachal pradesh 8 Days 7 Nights Tour Itinerary: Amritsar to Chandigarh via Dalhousie, Mcleodganj & Bir billing

On arrival at amritsar Airport, pickup and drop to hotel , check in . Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.

On Arrival at Amritsar visit the Golden Temple and later visit the massacre of Jalian Wallan Bagh, Lawrence street , Amritsar Market . Afternoon little free time to rest and evening around 3 PM drive to Wagah Border to see the Closing Ceremony, event starts exactly by 5.30 PM everyday. Border closing 'lowering of the flags' ceremony is a daily military practice that the security forces of India and Pakistan.This ceremony takes place every evening before sunset at the Wagah border, which as part of the Grand Trunk Road was the only road link between these two countries before the opening of the Aman Setu in Kashmir in 1999. The ceremony starts with a blustering parade by the soldiers from both the sides and ends up in the perfectly coordinated lowering of the two nations flags, it is called the beating retreat border ceremony on the international level. One infantryman (Jawan) stands at attention on each side of the gate. As the sun sets, the iron gate at the border is opened and the flags are lowered. The flags are folded and the ceremony ends with a retreat that involves a brusque handshake between soldiers from either side. Return back to Hotel .dinner & overnight stay .

Morning leave for Dalhousie. Arrive and check in at Hotel. Proceed for local sightseeing in Dalhousie.The attraction was founded and named after Lord Dalhousie to serve as a summer retreat. Visit to churches, Jandri Ghat, Lake Mandi, Gandhi Chowk, Subash Bowli.. Stay overnight at Hotel in Dalhousie Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel

Begin your day in the picturesque hill station of Dalhousie. After a leisurely breakfast, embark on a captivating journey to Khajjiar, often referred to as the "Mini Switzerland of India." The drive from Dalhousie to Khajjiar is approximately 24 km and takes about 1 hour.

 

• Khajjiar Lake: A stunning, saucer-shaped lake surrounded by lush meadows and dense deodar forests.
• Mini Switzerland: Enjoy the panoramic views and the serene atmosphere of this beautiful valley.
• Horse Riding/Paragliding: Optional activities available for adventure enthusiasts to experience the landscape from a different perspective.

 

After soaking in the natural beauty of Khajjiar, you will drive back to Dalhousie in the late afternoon. Upon returning to Dalhousie, explore some of its local attractions.

 

Dalhousie Local Sightseeing:

• Subhash Baoli: A tranquil picnic spot with a natural spring, offering serene views.
• St. Francis Church: One of the oldest churches in the region, known for its colonial architecture.
• Gandhi Chowk (The Mall Road): Ideal for a leisurely stroll, shopping for local handicrafts, and enjoying the evening ambiance.

 

Conclude your day with dinner at a local restaurant in Dalhousie, reflecting on the scenic beauty and memorable experiences.

After breakfast head toward Chamba . On the way visit Dainkund Peek. Spend your day at Chamba , chogan which is Famous point for Minjar Ineternational fair , better known as mini Switzerland.Enjoy the activities at your own cost) Enjoy the market and shop a little. After lunch toward Chamera Lake to enjoy the lake build by the blocked water used as Dam. Later in the evening enjoy local sightseeing: Panchpula waterfalls also called Satdhara Falls. dinner & overnight stay at hotel .

Next Morning After having breakfast at the hotel, Depart from Dalhousie to Dharamsala, Dharamshala is a beautiful and peaceful town spread at different levels and surrounded by a forest of pine. also cover Cricket stadium dharashala in lapse of Dhauladhar peak , visit war memorial near dharamshala .Bhagsunath and Dal Lake. Dharamsala. Go for Mcleodganj local sightseeing, Mcleodganj is a small bazaar filled with a variety of Tibetan handicrafts and artifacts. check in the hotel .Dinner & Stay overnight at Hotel in Dharamshala

This is the last morning in Dharamshala. After getting your breakfast in the hotel itself. drive to bir billing which is about 2-3 hrs drive from dharamshala , ( if wants to visit On the way, you will be visiting Chamunda Devi temple). On arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel. Then, after relaxing you can visit the paragliding point in Bir Billing and can enjoy Paragliding at your own cost. After this, you will Drive to the hotel and have a heartful delicious dinner. After dinner, have a comfortable overnight stay in the hotel at Bir Billing .

This is the last morning in Bir Billing. After getting your breakfast in the hotel itself. Now since it's the last day of your journey in Himachal ,so you will be checking out of the hotel. After this, you will be transferred back to Amritsar Hotel drive will takraround 6-7 hrs , on arrival check in the hotel . dinner & overnight stay. in night you can VISIT GURUDWARA SAHIB , BETTER IN TERMS OF PEACE . (visit premises as per guidelines )