Best of North India Trip Tour Package 2023/2024 - 11 Days, 10 Nights
New Delhi – Manali –Solang Valley – Shimla – Chandigarh –New Delhi – Jaipur – Agra – New Delhi 
 
Day 01: Arrive at Delhi International Airport – Transfer to Hotel (No Meal) 
Scheduled arrive at Delhi International Airport; meet our representative who will assist you to transfer to Hotel. The rest of my time is free for leisure. Overnight stay in Hotel. 
 
Day 02: Delhi –Chandigarh (by Train Kalka Shatabdi) 0740Hrs / 1105Hrs/ Manali (280Kms, 7/8Hrs drive) (B, D)
After breakfast at the hotel, we shall transfer to New Delhi Railway Station to board the train for Chandigarh. Upon arrival at Chandigarh railway station, meet our chauffeur and proceed to Manali (294, 8 Hrs drive). Manali is a perfect hill station covered with Snow Mountains and natural beauty. Evening arrives, and check into a hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel. 
 
Day 03: Manali – Excursion of Solang Valley + Half day Manali City tour (B, D)
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Solang Valley, located 13 km away from Manali. Enjoy the scenic views of glaciers and snow-capped mountains. Participate in skiing, paragliding, or other adventure sports available. Return to Manali in the afternoon and check into the hotel. Freshen upHalf-day Manali City Tour, including visits to the Tibetan Monastery, Hadimba Devi Temple, and Manu Temple. Explore Mall Road in the evening. Night stay in Manali.
 
Day 04: Manali - Shimla (268Kms, 7Hrs drive) (B,D)
After early breakfast at the hotel. You will proceed to Shimla (268 kms/7 hrs). Shimla is the capital of the state of Himachal Pradesh, the former capital of the British, also set amidst the snow-copper. These Shaivalik mountains offer some of the most beautiful views of the Himalayas. After freshening up, check into a hotel. The rest of time was free at leisure strolling in the Famous – Mall Road. Overnight at hotel.
 
Day 05: Shimla (Sightseeing + Excursion to Kufri) (B, D)
After early breakfast at the hotel, enjoy sightseeing in Shimla. Shimla is the capital of the state of Himachal Pradesh, the former capital of the British, also set amidst the snow-copper. These Shaivalik mountains offer some of the most beautiful views of the Himalayas. Visit Ridge, which gives a spectacular sight of ice-covered Mountain peaks, Sankat Mochan Temple, Jakhu Temple, etc. In the afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Kufri, one of the best skiing resorts near Shimla. Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town - The Mall. Upon arrival, you will check in at the hotel. Overnight at hotel
 
Day 06: Shimla – Chandigarh (100Kms, 4Hrs drive) – Sightseeing / Train (New Delhi Shatabdi 1800Hrs/ 2145Hrs) (B,D)
Post breakfast in the hotel, drive to Chandigarh. Upon arrival, take lunch in the local restaurant and later explore the city of Chandigarh, a union territory of India that serves as the capital of the Indian states of Haryana and Punjab. As a union territory, the city is governed directly by the Union Government and is not part of either state. Enjoy some interesting sights, including the Rock Garden in the middle of the Capitol Complex and the Sukhna Lake. It is also known as Nek Chand Rock Garden after its founder. It has numerous sculptures made using various discarded waste materials like frames, mudguards, forks, handle bars, metal wires, play marbles, porcelain, auto parts, broken bangles, and Rose Garden and Leisure Valley. The rest of the time is free for shopping. Later in the evening, I scheduled a transfer to Chandigarh Railway Station to board the train for New Delhi. On reaching Delhi, we will assist you in transferring to the hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel.
 
Day 07: Delhi – Drive to Jaipur (250Kms, 5Hrs drive) (B,D)
Take morning breakfast in the hotel and check out to leave for Jaipur, the capital city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. Upon arrival, check into a hotel. The rest of the time is free for your activities/shopping. Overnight stay in hotel. 
 
Day 08: In Jaipur – Sightseeing (B, D)
This morning, we will take you on an excursion to Amber Fort to see the fabulous Amber Fort. En route to Amber, you will stop and see the `Palace of Winds’ or Hawa Mahal. It is an elaborate facade behind which the ladies of the court used to watch the daily goings on in the street below. 
 
Afternoon visiting the City Palace, a famous landmark expanded over a large area, occupying one-seventh of the city. Walk to the adjacent Jantar Mantar or Astronomical Observatory made by the Maharaja of Jaipur. It has also been included in the world heritage lists. You will also have the opportunity to shop in the local markets for souvenirs, traditional Rajasthani attires, skillful art crafts of the region, etc. Overnight stay at hotel.
 
Day 09:  Jaipur – Agra (245Kms, 5Hrs drive) (B,D)
Depart for Agra. On your way, you will visit the UNESCO world heritage site – Fatehpur Sikri. The Great Mughal Emperor Akbar built this deserted red sandstone city as his capital and palace in the late 16th century. Popular highlights of this region are Buland Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Tomb of Salim Chishti, Diwan-i-Am, Panch Mahal, etc. 
 
Continue your drive for Agra. Following a 30 – 45 Minutes drive, you will reach the hotel. Post fresh up, proceed for half day City tour, including the Taj Mahal(closed on Fridays) built by Mughal Emperor Shahjahan in 1630 to enshrine the mortal remains of his Queen Mumtaz, followed by a visit to Agra Fort. Overnight at the hotel.
 
Day 10: Agra / Delhi (170Kms, 4Hrs drive) (B,D)
Post breakfast, check out the hotel, and depart for Delhi. On reaching Delhi, visit Akshardham Temple, also called Swaminarayan Temple epitomizes 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom, and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions, and timeless spiritual messages. The Largest Comprehensive Hindu Temple was inaugurated on 6 November 2005. Later check into a hotel. Overnight stay in hotel.
 
Day 11: Delhi – Sightseeing / Airport Departure (B/f Only) 
This morning take breakfast at the hotel and check out. Later proceed sightseeing visiting India Gate (War memorial), President's House, Parliament House, Secretariat building, Lotus Temple (Closed on Monday), and Qutab Minar. Rest of the time for shopping until the scheduled transfer to Delhi International Airport to board the flight for your onward journey. The tour ends with happy memories.
 
Conclusion
Experience the best of North India with this 11-day, 10-night trip! Explore the ancient cities of Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and Manali, Solang Valley, and Shimla hill stations. Enjoy the beauty of Chandigarh before heading back to the capital. This is the perfect tour to experience the rich culture and heritage of North India.
 
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