Travelpack

Highlights: Delhi - Shimla - Amritsar - Delhi

Note:
- All the national parks of Madhya Pradesh parks will remain closed for Afternoon Safari on all Wednesdays, Holi & Diwali
- Avoid Bright colors during Safari
- Dont's forget to carry the camera

Hotels featured or similar:
Delhi - Royal Plaza
Shimla -Willow Banks
Amritsar - Ramada Hotel
Delhi - Pride Plaza Aerocity (2nd Visit)

Itinerary:
01st Nov’21 Mon: London Heathrow to Delhi by flight 21:10 - 10:25 hrs

02nd Nov’21 Tue: Delhi
1025 Hrs: Arrive in Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi airport welcome, meet and assist by our representative and transfer to Hotel. In the afternoon, you will get a feel for this city as you explore its historic sights, such as Raj Ghat, which is located on the banks of the river Yamuna, is Mahatma Gandhi’s Memorial, where he was cremated following his assassination in January 1948. Opposite the Red Fort lies Jama Masjid, made of red sandstone and white marble, completed in 1656. It is India’s largest mosque. From the Red Fort explore the bustling cultural delight of the colorful market on a 'cycle rickshaw', through "Chandni Chowk", or Silver Street, experiencing the sights and sounds of this very busy avenue, - a truly unique experience. You will have a great view of the Red Fort, (Drive pass) closed on Monday) a 17th-century imposing fortress built in red sandstone and surrounded by a huge boundary wall 33m high. Inside are exquisite palaces and beautiful gardens.
Overnight stay at Hotel

03rd Nov’21 Wed: Delhi to Kalka by train – the Shatabadi Express
You will be transferred to New Delhi railway station to board the train for Kalka, departing at 0740. Local snacks and tea or coffee will be served on board
At 1145 the train arrives at Kalka railway station. Upon arrival at Kalka railway station, board Toy train for Shimla departs at 1210 Hrs: Toy train offers the charm of old-world travel amidst lofty pines and lush green, misty mountains. Laid out on a 96 km long narrow gauge track that passes through 103 tunnels and across more than 800 bridges and viaducts, it is one of the most beautiful hill railways in India. It was considered the “crown jewel” of the Indian National Railways during British times.
17:30 Hrs: Arrive at Shimla railway station. On arrival at Shimla railway station, you'll be transferred to the Hotel. Shimla. The ambiance of this hill city attracted the British so much that it seemed justifiable to shift the complete administration of an Empire from Calcutta to Shimla every summer because of its colonial charm, - and cooler air.

04th Nov’21 Thu: Shimla – Day at leisure to explore at your own pace
Optional: excursion to Kufri & Chail
Kufri is around 10 miles from Shimla and is a small hill station. Its name means ‘lake’ in the local language. Further along, we reach the beautiful hill station of Chail with its stunning views of the Himalayan foothills. Chail was built as a summer capital by the Maharaja of Patiala, after being exiled from Shimla by Britain’s Lord Kitchener.

05th Nov’21 Fri: Shimla
This morning you’ll enjoy a Heritage Walk, passing through many historical and Heritage buildings, each possessing a different style of architecture and holding many stories of the past. We stop for a break on the way to give you a closer look at the various architectural sites of the British era.

Later you’ll continue your sightseeing of this hill station by visiting the following :
- the Viceregal Lodge Indian Institute of Advanced Study: the site for Viceregal Lodge was selected by Lord Lytton the Viceroy of India between 1876 -1880.
- Jhaku Temple and Hill (2455 meters.): this is the town's highest peak and a vantage point for Shimla's famous views. The summit is crowned with a temple dedicated to the monkey God, Hanuman. This also offers a superb view of Shimla and the surrounding snow-capped Himalayan peaks and green pastures.
Overnight stay at Hotel

06th Nov’21 Sat: Shimla to Chandigarh by surface
Chandigarh to Amritsar by train. After breakfast we drive to Chandigarh railway station in time to board your train, departing at 1710, to Amritsar, a holy city of the Sikh community. The famous Golden Temple was built here between 1589 and 1601 and is a superb coming together of the Islamic and Hindu styles of architecture. This extraordinary building is fashioned from marble, mirror work, and gold, which is beautifully reflected in a stunning expanse of water. At 21:25: arrive at Amritsar railway station. Upon arrival at Amritsar railway station, you will be transferred to your hotel.

07th Nov’21 Sun: Amritsar
This morning you’ll explore the spiritual center of the Sikh religion, - the Golden Temple. This is one of the most spiritual locations and includes the Divine Temple and the Pool of Nectar. The temple kitchen provides amazing meals every day. You’ll then also visit Jallianwala Bagh, the site of an infamous massacre that took place in 1919. Visitors to the Golden Temple must remove their shoes, wash their feet, and cover their heads with a scarf. In the late afternoon, you will travel to Wagah border, where India meets Pakistan, to watch the Flag ceremony, also known as the ‘beating the retreat’ ceremony. Every day of the year at sunset, the soldiers of both India and Pakistan lower their respective flags in unison. Overnight stay at Hotel.

08th Nov’21 Mon: Amritsar to Delhi by train on The Shatabadi Express
Very early this morning you will be transferred from your hotel to Amritsar railway station in time to board your train for Delhi, departing at 0455. Local snacks, tea, coffee, and breakfast will be served on board. At 1100 - arrive at New Delhi railway station, In the afternoon you will head into New Delhi, visiting Humayun’s Tomb, an impressive garden tomb with high arches and a double dome, built by his wife Haji Begum in the 16th Century. An early example of Mughal architecture considered the predecessor of the Taj Mahal. Then continue on to the wonderful Qutab Minar – a major landmark in Delhi, with its beautiful grounds featuring the huge tower of victory standing over 72 meters. You will then drive on to Rajpath and through to India Gate and the Lutyens Delhi with its tree-lined boulevards leading to the British Viceroy’s Palace, (Rashtrapati Bhavan) now the official residence of the President of India, the Secretariat, India Gate, and Parliament House. Overnight stay at Hotel

09th Nov’21 Tue: Delhi to London Heathrow by 10:25-14:20 hrs
Morning transfer from Hotel to Delhi airport in time to board flight for London Heathrow

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