Grand Himachal Odyssey with Amritsar | 14 Days & 13 Nights
- 14 days/13 night
- Himachal
- Price On Request
Delhi – Shimla – Kinnaur – Manali – Dharmshala – Amritsar – Delhi
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Himachal Pradesh and the vibrant spiritual city of Amritsar. This 14-day expedition begins in Delhi and takes you through the colonial charm of Shimla, the untouched valleys of Kinnaur, apple orchards of Thanedar, and the high-altitude serenity of Kalpa.
Soak in the alpine beauty at Shoja and trek to the sacred Serolsar Lake. Unwind in the lively hill town of Manali and explore spiritual Dharamshala, home to the Dalai Lama. Witness local art at Naggar, seek blessings at Bijli Mahadev temple, and enjoy the soothing atmosphere of the Dhauladhar ranges.
Your tour concludes in Amritsar with a visit to the Golden Temple—an experience steeped in devotion and tranquility. This tour is a perfect blend of culture, spirituality, scenic drives, light treks, and rich history. Ideal for those who love exploring mountains, local traditions, and spiritual landmarks.
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Itinerary
Day1 : Delhi – Chandigarh - Shimla
- (Distance: 350 km)
- (Driving duration: 07 – 08 hours)
In early morning board train from Delhi to Chandigarh. Surface transport by car from Chandigarh to Shimla.
Reach Shimla in the evening. Overnight at hotel.
Day2 : Shimla – Colonial Heritage Tour
A leisure day as today we explore the colonial miles of Shimla town, once summer capital of British India. Drive to Vice Regal Lodge, former residence to the Viceroys of British India, now converted into a premier institute of advance studies in Humanities and Social Sciences.
Visit this Scottish Baronial building with a guided tour conducted by the institute followed by a walk to the famous Mall Road dotted with numerous colonial buildings peeping into the bygone past.
Enjoy your lunch and for evening walk back to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Visit this Scottish Baronial building with a guided tour conducted by the institute followed by a walk to the famous Mall Road dotted with numerous colonial buildings peeping into the bygone past.
Enjoy your lunch and for evening walk back to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel
Day3 : Shimla – Kufri – Theog – Narkanda – Hatu Peak – Thanedar
- (Distance: 90 km)
- (Driving duration: 03 – 3.5 hours)
In the morning after breakfast drive to Thanedar past Kufri, Theog and Narkanda. This is a beautiful drive offering views of numerous interlocked lush green valleys. The people practice indigenous farming and grow apples.
Reach Narkanda and leaving the car hike up to Hatu peak through an old Brown Oak forest. Reaching the top one is blessed with panoramic views of snow-capped Great Himalayan ranges and deep valleys. Later hike back to the car and drive to Thanedar. Overnight at hotel.
Reach Narkanda and leaving the car hike up to Hatu peak through an old Brown Oak forest. Reaching the top one is blessed with panoramic views of snow-capped Great Himalayan ranges and deep valleys. Later hike back to the car and drive to Thanedar. Overnight at hotel.
Day4 : Thanedar – Rampur – Karcham – Sangla
- (Distance: 158 km)
- (Driving duration: 04 – 4.5 hours)
After a leisure breakfast, explore Thanedar with a walk down to village Korgarh, this place was revolutionized by an American missionary in apple production in early 1900’s. In village there still exists a small missionary school and old house built by Stoke’s family.
From here drive down to Sutlej River and from here we follow the course of the River. The valley suddenly starts converging and we pass the town of Rampur which once was an important trade center with Tibet. The drive further passes through Tranda cliff and reaching Karcham the road bifurcates to Baspa valley. For early evening reach Sangla, check into your hotel.
From here drive down to Sutlej River and from here we follow the course of the River. The valley suddenly starts converging and we pass the town of Rampur which once was an important trade center with Tibet. The drive further passes through Tranda cliff and reaching Karcham the road bifurcates to Baspa valley. For early evening reach Sangla, check into your hotel.
Day5 : Sangla – Chitkul – Sangla
- (Duration of drive: 02 hours)
- (Duration of hike: 02 – 03 hours)
Today after breakfast we drive up to Chitkul, it is the last inhabited village on Indo-Tibetan border. Here enjoy a lovely hike above the village offering distant views of snow cald mountain ranges and amazing aerial views of Chitkul village. Later, hike down to village and explore the age old traditional social and cultural aspects of Kinnaur.
Drive back to hotel and for evening enjoy a walk through the village by the side of Baspa River.
For evening walk back to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Drive back to hotel and for evening enjoy a walk through the village by the side of Baspa River.
For evening walk back to the hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day6 : Sangla – Karcham – Rekong Peo – Kalpa
- (Distance: 40 km)
- (Driving duration: 1 – 1.5 hours)
After a leisure breakfast we drive to Kalpa. The village of Kalpa earlier known as Chini is located opposite to impressive Kinner Kailash range. Kalpa was one of the favorite retreats of one of the British Viceroy Lord Curzon he wanted to make Kalpa the next summer capital of British India. Check into your hotel and later in the evening; enjoy a level walk to the village of Rogi. The walk allows us to enjoy the views of looming Kinner Kalish massif and the Sutlej gorge.
Overnight at hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day7 : Kalpa – Rampur – Jalori Pass – Sojha
- (Distance: 180 km)
- (Driving duration: 06 – 07 hours)
Bidding goodbye to Kalpa today we drive to Shoja village of Kullu. The downstream drive along River Sutlej reaches Luri and here we cross Sutlej to enter Kullu. Ascend through a thick pine cover to reach, Jalori Pass.
Shoja is a small village at an altitude of over 8,000 ft. The access to Shoja winds through thick forests alpine trees, which provide an untouched habitat to various species of flora & fauna.
On arrival at Shoja, the landscape opens up into beautiful terraced fields and Rolling Meadows of wild flowers. In the evening explore the traditional village.
Shoja is a small village at an altitude of over 8,000 ft. The access to Shoja winds through thick forests alpine trees, which provide an untouched habitat to various species of flora & fauna.
On arrival at Shoja, the landscape opens up into beautiful terraced fields and Rolling Meadows of wild flowers. In the evening explore the traditional village.
Day8 : Sojha – Jalori Pass – Serolsar Lake - Sojha
- (Distance: 10 km)
- (Driving duration: 30 minutes – 01hour)
Today after breakfast drive up to Jalori pass and trek 5 km to Sereolesar Lake. As the narrow path meanders through an old brown Oak forest, and occasionally little meadows, loaded with alpine flora attracts photographer’s eye.
The Sereolesar Lake is worshipped and there is a temple of a deity called “Burinagin”, who according to the legend had 100 Snake sons. Visit the temple with tasteful wooden work and seek the blessing of mountain Gods. Now, enjoy an outdoor picnic, later trek back to Jalori pass and drive down to Shoja for overnight.
The Sereolesar Lake is worshipped and there is a temple of a deity called “Burinagin”, who according to the legend had 100 Snake sons. Visit the temple with tasteful wooden work and seek the blessing of mountain Gods. Now, enjoy an outdoor picnic, later trek back to Jalori pass and drive down to Shoja for overnight.
Day9 : Sojha – Kullu – Manali
- (Distance: 105 km)
- (Driving duration: 03 - 04 hour)
Today, after breakfast drive down through Banjar valley, connecting, and national highway – 21 to reach Manali. Situated by the banks of River Beas, Manali was named after famous sage Manu.
Post-lunch explore Manali with a visit to Hadimba temple, dedicated to demon goddess Hadimba. Continue exploring the courtyards of Manu temple, Vashisht temple and village old Manali.
These age old temples and villages peek into the age old rich traditions and strong Hindu culture.
Overnight at hotel.
Post-lunch explore Manali with a visit to Hadimba temple, dedicated to demon goddess Hadimba. Continue exploring the courtyards of Manu temple, Vashisht temple and village old Manali.
These age old temples and villages peek into the age old rich traditions and strong Hindu culture.
Overnight at hotel.
Day10 : Manali – Naggar – Bijli Mahadev temple – Manali (45 km)
- (Distance: 60 km)
- (Driving duration 02 – 03 hours)
In the morning drive through lush green farms of village Naggar, with snow capped mountains looming in backdrops. At Naggar visit Nicholas Roerich art gallery, dedicated to a Russian painter, scientist, philosopher, traveler, writer and a public figure, who, settled here in 1947 and lived here for rest of his life.
His residence is converted to an art gallery by his son Svyetoslav Roerich.
Continue driving and enjoy an excellent three km hike through traditional Kulluvi village and thick coniferous cover which takes up to the top of a Himalayan alpine meadow. The place offers stunning views of Kullu and Parbati valleys.
An ancient temple dedicated to lord Shiva who is worshipped as Bijli Mahadev here. There are interesting takes associated with the mysterious temple. Later hike back and drive to hotel for evening
His residence is converted to an art gallery by his son Svyetoslav Roerich.
Continue driving and enjoy an excellent three km hike through traditional Kulluvi village and thick coniferous cover which takes up to the top of a Himalayan alpine meadow. The place offers stunning views of Kullu and Parbati valleys.
An ancient temple dedicated to lord Shiva who is worshipped as Bijli Mahadev here. There are interesting takes associated with the mysterious temple. Later hike back and drive to hotel for evening
Day11 : Manali – Kullu – Mandi – Baijnath – Palampur – Dharamshala – Macleodgunj
- (Distance: 250 km)
- (Driving durations: 07 – 08 hours)
Bidding goodbye to the Mountain Gods, today drive to Dharamshala. En route visit an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The drive passes through beautiful blue pine forest dotted with tea gardens and imposing views of snowcapped Dhauladhar mountain range.
Stop in Dharmshala to visit Norbulinka institute, dedicate to the preservation of Tibetan culture in its literary and artistic form.
For evening reach Macleodgunj, headquarters of the Tibetan government in exile. Overnight in hotel.
Stop in Dharmshala to visit Norbulinka institute, dedicate to the preservation of Tibetan culture in its literary and artistic form.
For evening reach Macleodgunj, headquarters of the Tibetan government in exile. Overnight in hotel.
Day12 : Macleodgunj – H.H. Dalai Lama Temple – Lord Elgin Church – Naddi - Macleodgunj
- (Distance: 20 km)
- (Walking duration: 01 hour)
Today in the morning explore the places of interest around Macleodgunj with a visit to H.H. Dalai Lama temple and Lord Elgin church, continue the exploration and walk towards Naddi village offering magnificent views of Dhauladhar range.
For evening a short drive takes us to Bhagsu waterfall and later drive to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
For evening a short drive takes us to Bhagsu waterfall and later drive to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day13 : Macleodgunj – Kangra – Amritsar
- (Distance: 210 km)
- (Driving duration: 05 – 06 hours)
In the morning after breakfast drive to Amritsar and reach by early evening and check into your hotel. For evening visit the illuminated Golden Temple complex and fill yourself with the religious vibe!
Overnight at hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day14 : Amritsar – Delhi
In the morning after breakfast drive to Amritsar Railway station to board train to Delhi and a connecting flight back home.
Inclusion
- Accommodation in comfortable hotels on double occupancy basis throughout the tour.
- Daily breakfast and dinner included at all places as per itinerary.
- Transportation by private vehicle with driver for all sightseeing and transfers.
- Train tickets from Delhi to Chandigarh and Amritsar to Delhi.
- Experienced English-speaking tour guide for local sightseeing.
- Entry tickets to all monuments, monasteries, and museums mentioned.
- Local hikes and village walks with basic support and guidance.
- All applicable tolls, parking fees, and driver allowances.
- Bonfire and cultural evenings at selected hill stations (subject to weather).
Exclusion
- Lunches and beverages during the tour (except those specifically mentioned).
- Personal expenses such as laundry, tips, and phone calls.
- Travel insurance, health coverage, and any medical emergency costs.
- Camera and video camera charges at tourist spots.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities, roadblocks, or political unrest.
- Extra night stays or early check-ins/late check-outs at hotels.
- Porter services, pony rides, or optional local activities not mentioned.
- International or domestic airfare, if not included in train travel.
- Anything not mentioned in the “Inclusions” section.