A mecca for adventure sports enthusiasts, Manali is situated at 6,398 ft in the Himalayas. Located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, its snow covered peaks make it a popular honeymoon destination. Considered the twin town of Kullu, Manali’s scenic beauty, history and culture give it the sobriquet of the Valley of the Gods. When hippies flocked the city in the ’60s and ’70s in pursuit of their utopian dream, Manali became very popular in the west. In the north-west to Manali we have Dharamshala.Dharamshala is blessed with the same beauty as other parts of the state, but what sets it apart is its strong Tibetan character. You see prayer fluttering prayer flags, monasteries at regular intervals and monks attired in bright saffron robes. There are tourist spots in plenty, but mostly, Dharamsala is about unwinding and enjoying the serenity that is found here in abundance.
The best way to reach Manali is to take an overnight bus from Delhi. Another best option is to take a cab from Delhi or Chandigarh to Manali. The nearest railways station is in Joginder Nagar which is 50 kms away, however, this isn't the best option to reach Manali as it is a narrow-gauge route and is incredibly slow.
Manali can also be reached from Leh by the Leh-Manali route, though it is open for only 4 or 5 months in a year during summers when the snow is removed by the Border Road Organization of India. Still, this road is very picturesque and is one of the most beautiful ways to reach Manali.
The nearest airport is Bhuntar, located at a distance of 50km from Manali and 10km from Kullu. Air India operates a flight from Delhi to Kullu, however, services are irregular and prices very high. You can hire a taxi to go to Manali from the airport or you can go to Kullu and take a bus which operates frequently on this route.
After arriving at Delhi Airport/ Railway Station, our guests reach Volvo Pickup Point (on their own, we provide detailed directions) by the evening. They embark on the Volvo Bus from Delhi to Manali. This would be an overnight journey from Delhi to Manali. Next morning guests reach Manali.
This morning guests reach Manali. They are picked up by our representative at Manali Volo pickup point in the morning. Next we move to our pre booked hotel for Check In. Post hotel check in and fresh we move for Local Sightseeing of Manali. We start with the "HADIMBA DEVI TEMPLE". This cave temple was built in 1553 by Maharaja Bahadur Singh with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof, it is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway. Next we move to "CLUB HOUSE".The Club House has comprehensive facilities that include a roller skating rink, an auditorium, billiards rooms, a library, a bar and restaurant makes wonderful outing for the day. Adventurous souls can also try their hand at zip-lining where one has to cross a river using ropeway. Next we move towards Tibetan Monastery, Van Vihar which are located near the famous Mall Road of Manali at a walking distance. After visiting the above we move across Beas river to the Vashisth Village which is well known for its hot springs. There are old temple dedicated to the sage Vashisth and to Lord Rama is believed to be more than 4000 years old. After covering the sightseeing we move towards our pre-booked hotel at Manali for dinner and overnight stay.
This morning after breakfast we check-out from our hotel at Manali. This will be a day long journey from Manali to Dharamshala. While moving towards Dharamshala we take a break ahead of Joginder Nagar. We visit Baijnath Temple. The ancient but magnificent temple is set in the backdrop of the Dhauladhar Himalayan Range. It is one of the most popular temples in Himachal Pradesh, and here, Lord Shiva is worshipped as the 'God of Healing'. After visiting the temple we head startight to Dharamshala. Dharamsala is the home to Dalai Lama, the Buddhist leader who runs his government in exile from Dharamsala. Now, what better place on earth than this little town set on the foothills of Dhauladhar ranges to experience the rich and regal Tibetan culture. We reach Dharamshala by the late evening and check in to our pre-booked hotel. We have dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
This morning after breakfast we move on to visit Namgyal Monastry. It is the largest Tibetan temple outside Tibet. The monks residing here in the monastery carry out practices for the well-being of Tibet and work as a centre of learning and meditation on the Buddhist philosophical exposition. Next we move on to visit Gyuto Monastery. The Gyuto Monastery is beautifully constructed on a hilltop with a commanding view of the Dhauladhar Ranges and the Beas River from there.The glorious monastery has helped in depicting how, unlike popular belief, black magic can be used for the well-being of the people. Next we visit Dalai Lama Temple . It is a politico-religious centre in Dharamsala. Ideal for peaceful meditation and religious rumination, the temple is full of lamas at all points of the day chanting on prayer wheels or beads. The majestic temple is in close vicinity to the abode of Dalai Lama and is frequently visited by him to preach and conduct prayer meets. Next we move on to visit Dharamshala Cricket Stadium , also known as the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium. It it is one of the highest sports grounds in the world. The stadium is open for tourists even when no matches are scheduled. Next we visit St. John Church. St. John in the Wilderness, built in 1852, is one of the most important churches in Himachal Pradesh. Located near Dharamshala and on the way to Mcleodganj, this neo-gothic church was built in dedication to John the Baptist. Set amidst lush deodar forests, this peaceful edifice is known for its Belgian stained-glass windows. Next we visit Dal Lake. The Dal Lake is a small yet picturesque lake. With its name taken from the famous and breathtaking Dal Lake of Srinagar, the lake is surrounded by rugged mountains and towering deodar trees. Quaint and calm, the lake invites nature-lovers to watch different kinds of fishes in their natural habitat. After visiting the lake we move to Bhagsunag Falls . The Bhagsu Waterfall is perhaps the most famous tourist spot in Dharamshala and attracts tourists who wish to revel in the glories of nature and spend some quiet moments in peace and serenity. The Bhagsunag Waterfall is located on the main road which connects Mcleodganj and Dharamshala and is an ideal location for picnicking with family and loved ones.After visiting falls we visit Bhagsunag Temple. Surrounded by lovely pools and lush greenery, the Bhagsunag Temple is one of the oldest ancient temples located about 3 kilometres from Mcleodganj. Also popularly known as Bhagsunath Temple, it is highly revered by the local Gorkha and Hindu community. The two pools around the temple are believed to be sacred and are considered to contain miraculous powers of healing. By the late evening we are back to our hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
This morning after breakfast we check out from our hotel at Dharamshala and leave for Palampur Sightseeing. We visit the Tea Gardens at Palampur . Palampur is rightly known as the Tea Capital of Northern India and is famous all across the country for its vast spreads of lush tea gardens, which are the chief attraction of the town. The tea gardens of Palampur are the perfect place to witness the vast tea gardens and the tea making process in great detail. Stepping into these lush green gardens makes you feel as if you have stepped into a dream world altogether, and the divine fragrance transforms you into heaven. This experience is heightened for tea lovers, for whom this place is like paradise on earth. By the evening our representative will drop off our guests at Dharamshala Volvo pickup point. Guests onboard the overnight Volvo from Dharamshala to Delhi.
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