Himachal Tour Packages

Himachal Pradesh is the paradise for the nature lovers. The marvelous land of lush green forest, snow-covered mountains, rivers, and waterfalls has a picturesque landscape everywhere you tend to look. The surreal beauty of this land of serenity, calmness, peace, and ultimate adventure owes the heart of all the people who visit there. Himachal Pradesh is a budding tourist destination, has developed a very well connected network of roads, railways, and air. We provide you with the best Himachal Pradesh tour packages so that you don’t have to worry about the bookings and you have a great time with your family and friends.

Himachal Pradesh is a place perfect for all the generations, and for all the diverse people. No matter whether you’re religious or adventurous, peace-loving or party animal, heritage loving or a snow-loving person, this place has everything in store for you and we have kept all your choices in mind while creating the perfect Himachal Pradesh tour packages for you at the very affordable prices.
The tour package is customizable and you can choose the resort or hotel you wish to stay in, the activities you want to indulge in, the places you want to cover, and you can choose whether you’re looking for a honeymoon package, a package perfect for a trip with friends, for a family trip or even a solo trip. The most popular places in the state are Shimla, Manali, Rohtang Pass, Kasol, Dalhousie, McLeodGanj, Chail, Kullu, Spiti Valley, and Dharamshala. The major attractions which will be covered in Himachal Pradesh tour package are

1. Himachal is a home to many adventurous activities like skiing, rafting, trekking, and paragliding. Amidst the fresh air and beautiful scenery, the adrenaline rush also takes a break to let you enjoy the most of the time.

2. The capital city of the state, Shimla is an amazing place to explore if you’re a fan of colonial architecture. Shimla used to be the summer capital under the British rule and hence, there was vast development in terms of architecture there.

3. McLeodGanj has a very appealing and fascinating Buddhist culture which has made it very popular amongst the youth.

4. The gorgeous surrounding and pleasing aura of the place is flawless. Alongwith indulging in some fun activities, we give you the time to spend in solace, all by yourself, wandering in the pollution free streets of Himachal Pradesh.

The state is famous for various temples including Hidimba temple, Jakhu temple, and many more. (View Packages)

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Religious Tours of Kerala

Kerala is famous for the religious options. Most of them have deep roots with an ancient tradition to carry along with them. You can plan religious tours of Kerala and most of them have a story close to 1000 years to tell. Finding a temple, a church or a mosque is not a difficult thing as they are found in every hook and corner. Some of the famous one are depicted below.

Guruvayoor

Is one of the most important pilgrimage centres of India. It is a sacred temple which is famous for its sculptures or rituals. Non Hindus are not allowed inside the temple and if you are a foreigner you would need to show your proof of Hinduism. A visit to this temple is a must if you are planning to see the grandeur of the temple. The best time to visit this temple is during the monsoon months, when the elephants get one month of intensive Ayurveda treatments or pleasure massages which is an amazing treat for the tourists. The temple is also regarded as far as arts is concerned and the temple race which is held before the festival is also an interesting trend as far as tourists are concerned.

Sabarimala

This temple is famous for Lord Ayappan, believed to be the son of Lord Shiva or Vishnu. It is a saint god believed to be in mediation and gives darshan only for 41 days in a year which is from the 16th or 17th of November to the last week of December. It is considered to be second largest pilgrimage centre of the world as nearly 300 million devotees from all over the world touch base here. It is one of the crowded places in terms of pilgrimage. The temple is located on top of a hill and female devotees are also allowed in. 

Padmanabha Temple

Is located in the heart of the city and in this place there is a unique form of Lord Vishnu. This temple has an important role in the history of the country as lord Padmanabha was crowned the Emperor of Travancore in the 17th century and the temple belongs to the Royal family of Travancore. He is also preserved in the premises of the temple, though people are not allowed to visit it. The palace guards are the guardians of the temple and many values need to be followed if you are planning to visit the temple.

So there are some of the famous religious tours of Kerala.

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Why Manali is a favourite destination for every delhite

Manali is situated at a height of 2050 metres and is located in Himachal Pradesh. Manali is popular tourist spot for the people of Delhi in summers and in winters it is snow covered. It falls on the route of Ladakh and the presence of the Routing Pass makes it one of the main attractions of the region. The months from January to February are the coldest months with temperatures dropping down to as low as – 5 degrees. For the rest of the year temperature is in the bracket of 15 to 20 degrees.

By now you might have had an idea on why Manali is a favourite destination for every Delhite. The travel time from Delhi to Manali is 14 hours and you can book your tickets at ISBT or Himachal Tourism Office. To reach Manali Volvo buses are the best option if you are looking for something in terms of comfort as well as value for money. They depart at 5 in the evening and reaching Manali at 10 mornings the next day. But to avail reservations you need to book your ticket well in advance. It would be better if you could combine it with a hotel package so that considerable amount of money is saved. One can enjoy the scenic view of the valleys and the Beas river if the right type of seat is obtained on the bus.

Manali By Car from Delhi

If you are planning to avail private car, do ensure that the driver has experience of driving in hilly regions and is not under the influence of any substance. Do make it a point that the driver has gone on a trip before and is fully aware of the roads. The driver should have driven the vehicle in hilly regions and the distance taken to reach Manali by car will be somewhere around 8 to 9 hours

How to reach Manali By train from Delhi

In terms of broad gauge line, the nearest railway station is Ambala (200km) or Chandigarh (250 km) from the capital of the country.

Manali By flight from Delhi

The nearest airport is Kullu that is around 50 km away from Manali. Air India operates flights from Kullu from Delhi. But the service is very irregular and the fares can go over the roof. From the airport you can exercise an option of a pre-paid taxi which is the best way to reach Manali. You can also go to Kullu and take a bus from there.

Bikaner- A Weekend Getaway from Delhi

All of us need a break from our routine lives and that’s why we plan for short holidays so that we can refresh our souls. If you are living in Delhi or nearby Delhi then you can plan a weekend trip very easily to the wonderful Bikaner city in Rajasthan. This amazing city dates back to the year 1486 and was founded by Rao Bika and now it is the fourth largest city that one can find in Rajasthan. It is just around 450 kilometers from Delhi and the trip can be easily planned by taking a car or catching a bus.

The things that you will love in Bikaner

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Even though it is a small city but you are simply going to love the architecture of this place that dates back to medieval times. The breath taking forts, beautiful temples, nearby markets and the cultural heritage of this place are simply irresistible. You can get the real Bikaneri Bhujiya at this place to satisfy your taste buds and it is not only loved in India but on a worldwide level. Don’t forget the camel ride while you are visiting Bikaner as it is one of the main attractions for all the tourists.

Must visit places in Bikaner

There are some fabulous places that you must explore in Bikaner like the Junagarh Fort, Karni Mata Temple, Prachina Museum, Shaheed Smarak, Government Museum, War Memeorial, Jain Temple, National Research Centre On Camel, Lalgarh Palace And Museum, Gajner Lake, Kote Gate, Lakshmi Nath Temple, Ganga Singh Museum and many other fabulous locations that will remind you of the great cultural heritage of the state of Rajasthan.

Climate in Bikaner

Being in the middle of Thar Desert the temperature can shoot up to 45 degrees during the day time in summer season, but the nights are a lot cooler with an average temperature of 25 to 28 degrees. In winters the temperature is somewhat between 5 degrees to 23 degrees. But this temperature won’t be a hurdle in your journey as you will simply fall in love with this beautiful place as soon as you will visit it. 

So depending on the season you should pack the necessary clothing and other stuff while heading towards Bikaner so that there are no hassles later on. (View Packages)

Point to keep in mind

There are many affordable hotels and guest houses in Bikaner, thus you will never face any issues related to booking. But during the peak vacation seasons it is always advisable to do the advance booking with the hotel that lies within your budget. There are many options for eating at nearby places where you can find small restaurants to finest dining arrangements as per your pocket. 

Thus Bikaner will undoubtedly prove to be the best weekend getaway from Delhi.

Hill Stations Near Delhi for a Weekend Trip

The summer heat of Delhi reaches at a peak which forces people to explore the hill stations near Delhi . Delhi is in close proximity to the hill states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand which is not too far away. Where there are a lot of weekend gateways from Delhi, let us shortlist a few of them. All of these destinations can be reached overnight.

Nainital

It is one of the popular hill stations in North India and is situated in Uttarakhand. It is referred to as the Lake District of India and is famous for the scenic views. It derives its name from the Naini Hills and is surrounded by mountains on all the three sides. The lake has facilities for boating and yachting. The place is also famous for its school along with research facilities. The total distance of this place from Delhi is around 294 kms.

Mussoorie

Is a famous hill station in Dehradun district of Uttarakhand? This place has a lot to offer in terms of adventure and shopping opportunities. It is also termed as the gateway to the Yamunotri and Gangorti. The total distance from Delhi is 278 kms.

Shimla

Is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is one of the famous hill stations in India ? It is referred to as the “Queen of the Hills” as it lies at an altitude of 7238 feet. This hill station was discovered by the British and it was their summer capital. This place is famous for the popular ski resorts and skiing. The total distance from Delhi is around 348 kms.

Manali

It is located at the northern end of the Kulu valley and is one of the popular hill stations in Himachal Pradesh . It is a famous honeymoon destination and there are lot of adventure sports which you can take part in this region. It is situated at a distance of 545 kms away from Delhi.

Kasauli

Established by the British as a cantonment town it has an altitude of 1927 metre. It is among the cheapest hill stations in India and the place has a mention in the Ramayana’s. For the adventure freaks this place has a lot to offer and the best time to paying a visit to this place is during the months between April to June and from the months of September to November. The distance from Delhi is around 300 kms.

These are some of the famous Hill stations near Delhi ! Explore them at your own veil.

Delhi to Kasauli – A family trip

With the unforgiving summers in Delhi plan a trip to the hills. Kasauli is the best place because it works out to be a perfect road trip with your family and does not fall in the usual list of hill stations. Plan a trip in such a way that it takes you 4 days and in between halt for 2 days at Chandigarh so that you can unwind yourself and do not face the trouble of a tiresome journey.

The distance from Delhi to Kasuali roughly takes around 6 to 8 hours, which is dependent on the traffic and the prevailing road conditions. The route to cover this destination is easy as one has to take NH1 or the Great Trunk Road from Delhi to Ambala and then divert to NH22 for Ambala. The roads are fairly in good condition for the entire duration of the trip. It is suggested that you take a break on your trip for a day each while coming and going at Chandigarh.

It is suggested that you start early in the morning from Delhi as the outer limit of Delhi roughly takes around 2 hours and the late you start the more traffic you are bound to encounter. Ideally you should start your journey at 8 in the morning and you will find that the roads were getting filled with office goers. By noon you will reach Murthal which is a famous place for the food joints known as dhabas. To chill out it is better you pay a visit to one of the famous joints known as Gulshan Dhaba. The parathas were too big embedded with butter and the taste of lassi is still savouring in your mouth.

It was around 1 pm that you will Ambala and instead of taking NH22, and it is better to drive to Chandigarh. Here staying at Himachal Bhavan would be . It is a state run establishment which is clean, hygienic and does offer a true value for your money. You have your dinner at Swagath, pay a visit to the Sukhana lake along with a mall. (View Packages)

The next morning, drive from Chandigarh, take the NH22 also referred to as Himalayan Expressway. The drive will smooth, and fast, though you were totally into the drive when it starts drizzling.

It is suggested that you book your hotel reservations well in advance so that you are not stranded at the last minute. A package would be a great way to streamline things.