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8 Days – Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie & Amritsar Tour Package
7 Nights / 8 Days
Chandigarh – Manali – Dharamshala –
Dalhousie – Amritsar
Tour Overview
This 8 Days Himachal with Amritsar Tour blends snow-capped mountains, pine forests, river valleys, monasteries and sacred Sikh heritage. Enjoy Manali’s top attractions, explore McLeod Ganj & Tibetan culture in Dharamshala, visit lush Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland), and end your journey with the Golden Temple & Wagah Border ceremony in Amritsar. A perfect itinerary for families, couples and first-time Himachal travellers.
Tour Highlights:
- Explore Manali attractions: Hadimba Temple, Vashisht Hot Springs & Naggar Art Gallery.
- Scenic excursion to Solang Valley or Rohtang Pass (as per availability).
- Visit McLeod Ganj, Dalai Lama Temple & Tibetan Monastery in Dharamshala.
- Experience Dalhousie & Khajjiar — known as “Mini Switzerland of India.”
- Golden Temple visit, Jallianwala Bagh & Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony.
- Comfortable transfers, sightseeing & guided assistance throughout the trip.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive in Chandigarh and start your scenic drive to Manali. Enjoy forests, rivers and mountain views along the way. Check in at the hotel and spend the evening relaxing at leisure.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Visit Manali highlights including Hadimba Devi Temple, The Tibetan Monastery, Vashisht Hot Springs and Naggar Art Gallery. Enjoy river views and leisure time around Mall Road.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Enjoy an adventure-filled excursion to Solang Valley or Rohtang Pass (subject to permit/weather). Activities include snow play, skiing, ATV rides and breathtaking Himalayan views.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Drive to Dharamshala through mountain roads and cedar forests. Visit Kotwali Bazaar and the Kangra Art Museum showcasing Himachali art, textiles and traditional culture.
Overnight stay in Dharamshala.
Drive to Dalhousie, a colonial-era hill town wrapped in deodar forests. Visit Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary and stroll through Tibetan markets and local cafés.
Overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Take a full-day excursion to Khajjiar — known as “Mini Switzerland of India.” Enjoy horse riding, photography, pine forests and meadows. Visit Rang Mahal in Chamba before returning.
Overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Drive to Amritsar and witness the evening Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony, a patriotic display by Indian and Pakistan forces. Later, check in and relax at the hotel.
Overnight stay in Amritsar.
Visit the Golden Temple in the early morning — a serene and spiritual Sikh shrine. Explore Jallianwala Bagh before dropping at the airport/railway station for your onward journey.
Tour concludes with unforgettable memories.
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Package Details & Booking Terms
- Complete ground arrangements in India as specified in the confirmed itinerary.
- Accommodation on double/twin sharing at the selected hotels.
- Breakfasts and other meals specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, intercity travel and sightseeing.
- Professional driver with fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowance.
- Domestic flights, train tickets, activities, entrance fees and guides when specifically included in final itinerary.
- Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure, as mentioned in the itinerary.
- All Gov't taxes are included.
- International airfare, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Flights, trains or road journeys not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meals, entrance fees, permits, camera charges and guides unless included.
- Personal expenses, tips and medical or emergency evacuation costs.
- Expenses caused by weather, cancellations, illness, roadblocks or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Hotels, transport and activities are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
- Hotel check-in and check-out times apply as per individual hotel policy.
- Child rates, extra beds and complimentary stays depend on the confirmed hotel’s policy.
- Sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, local restrictions or monument closures.
- The final written quotation will confirm the exact inclusions, exclusions and services.
- A 40% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
- The balance is payable 15 days before the tour or upon arrival in India, if agreed in advance.
- Payments must be made using the official bank or secure payment details provided by Tusk Travel.
- International transfer, card-processing and currency-conversion charges are payable by the traveller.
- 60 days or more before arrival: 10% cancellation charge.
- 59–30 days before arrival: 20% cancellation charge.
- 29–15 days before arrival: 25% cancellation charge.
- 14–8 days before arrival: 50% cancellation charge.
- 7 days or less before arrival, or no-show: 100% cancellation charge (no refund).
- Issued flight, train, permit and special-event bookings may be non-refundable.
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