SNS/IN/MISTY MOUNTAINS/1/ 318/2003/4

Day 01: DELHI-SHIMLA
On arrival in Delhi transfer to Shimla (Duration: 7 hrs). Situated at a panoramic location, this hilly town is surrounded by green pastures and snow capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create an aura, which is very different from other hill stations. Shimla retains its colonial heritage, with grand old buildings, among them the stately Viceregal Lodge, charming iron lampposts and Anglo Saxon names. On arrival check into your hotel. Overnight stay at Shimla.

Day 02: SHIMLA
Sightseeing: Shimla-Visit Kufri
Later in the afternoon take a walking tour of Shimla. Visit the Jakhoo Temple and walk down the bridge visiting churches. Walk on Mall Road, to the State Museum, ending with Viceregal Lodge.
Overnight stay at Shimla.

Day 03: SHIMLA-MANALI
Drive from Shimla to Manali (Duration: 8 hrs). The Landscape here is breathtaking…. one sees well defined snow capped peaks, and the Beas river with its clear water meanders through the town amid grassy meadows carpeted with wild flowers. On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields and fruit orchards. On arrival in Manali, check into your hotel.
Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 04: MANALI
Sightseeing: Full day excursion to Solang Valley
Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 05: MANALI
Sightseeing: Manali-Kullu Valley and Manikaran
Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 06: MANALI
Morning Sightseeing: Visit Hadimba Temple
Rest of the day free for shopping at Mall Road or leisure activities. Shawls, Himachal caps, woodwork items, dolls, etc, can be bought here.Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 07: MANALI-CHANDIGARH
Early morning leave for Chandigarh (Duration: 8 hrs). On arrival check in to hotel.
Overnight stay at Chandigarh.

Day 08: CHANDIGARH-DELHI
After breakfast leave for Delhi (Duration: 4.5 hrs).
On arrival proceed to airport / railway station for onward destination.

Sight Seeing Description:
· Shimla-Visit Kufri (SNS / SS /IN / IT / 443):
Visit Kufri which is at a height of 2501 mts, girded by awesome pinnacles, Kufri is a scenic hill resort 16 kms from Shimla. From December to March it wears its white winter garb, with snow trimmings on its undulating slopes.

· Manali-Solang Valley (SNS / SS /IN / OTY / 453):
Full day excursion to Snow Point and Solang Valley on Rohtang road (subject to weather conditions). Solang valley offers a fabulous view of glaciers and snow capped mountain peaks

· Manali-Kullu Valley and Manikaran (SNS / SS /IN / OTY / 444):
Full day excursion to Kullu Valley and Manikaran. Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, the Kullu Valley is rightly celebrated as the valley of the Gods. Nestled between the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges, it is the cradle of the great River Beas. It harbors forests, alpine meadows, gurgling rivulets and orchards laden with fruit and its inhabitants are a joyful and gentle people. Manikaran has hot sulphur springs that bubble next to the icy waters of the Parvati River; this place is revered by both Hindus and Sikhs.

· Visit Hadimba Temple (SNS / SS /IN / OTY / 445):
Visit Hadimba Temple, manu Temple, Vashisht Kund and the Tibetan Monastery. The Hadimba Devi Temple stands in the midst of a sacred cedar forest near the town of Dunghri, and the deity is worshipped as a manifestation of Durga, the Hill Mother. Vashisht is famous for its hot sulfur springs, which are in the grounds of the Vashisth Temple.

List Of Hotels:

City	DELUXE HOTELS	STANDARD HOTELS	Plan
Shimla	East Bourne	Q.Inn Himdev	MAP
Manali	Manali Resort	Chandermukhi	MAP
Chandigarh	Shivalik View	View Park View	MAP

MAP – Breakfast & Dinner included
Rates:

Package	DELUXE HOTELS	STANDARD HOTELS
Per Person on Twin sharing	INR 19,999	INR 14,999
Per Person on Twin sharing (PIO/NRI)	USD 471	USD 353
Per Person on Twin sharing (Foreigners)	USD 612	USD 459
A/c Transport Supplement	INR 1,599	INR 1,599
Extra Pax (12+yrs) sharing room	INR 7,999	INR 5,999
Extra Pax (12+yrs) sharing room (PIO/NRI)	USD 188	USD 141
Extra Pax (12+yrs) sharing room (Foreigners)	USD 244	USD 183

Above Rates Include:
Accommodation for 7 nts/8 days as per meal plan mentioned above.
All transfers, sightseeing & excursions as per the itinerary by Non A/C vehicle.
Porterage, Parking charges, assistance & all currently applicable taxes.

Above Rates Exclude:
Domestic Air/Train Fare unless indicated otherwise.
Any item of personal nature like telephone calls, laundry bills etc.
Anything not mentioned in the Cost Includes Column.

Notes:
Compulsory room & meal supplements for festive dates are payable extra
3.2% Govt Service tax will be extra on total billing

Validity April to September 2004

All above rates are subject to change without prior notice due to fluctuation in currency resulting in increased tour cost, which will be borne by the passengers. SNS Tours has the right to withdraw or amend this offer at any given time without prior notice. We do not guarantee any service performance by the service provider.