On arrival at the airport/station, a representative will assist with transfer to hotel. Check-in the hotel and go for a small tour around the region. Visit the Himachal State Museum, Vaishno Devi Temple and Gorton Castle. Also take the Jakhu Ropeway to Jakhu Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

The Himachal State Museum:

The Himachal State Museum is a cultural museum located in Shimla,in the Indian Himalayan state of Himachal Pradesh.

The Museum was established in 1974 in Inverarm, a house at the top Inveram Hill that during the British Raj was the hot season residence of Lord William Beresford(and frequently used for overflow guests at the Viceroy's house in Shimla,Peterhoff , which was smaller), and subsequently of Edwin Henry Hayter Collen and then Law. It was built out into a large Victorian house in the 1860s.The state of Himachal Pradesh acquired it to house the museum and renovated in 1973.

The Collection includes wood carvings,bronzes,archaeological artfacts,coins,Jewellery,Manuscripts,and paintings including many miniatures,postage stamps and weapons.

Gorton Castle:

Shimla prides itself with many colonial buildings and many of them are declared as heritage sites attracting travellers from all over Himachal Pradesh and far off places. These buildings showcase the creativity of the artists and designers of the colonial era. Most of these buildings were built inspired by the Neo-Gothic architecture.

Gorton Castle in Shimla is one such heritage monument that has blending of innovative minds intelligent craftsmanship. This castle was built more than a century ago and is still a popular tourist site of Shimla. This wonderful castle is now getting used as the AG office (Accountant General’s office) of the Himachal Pradesh.

Gorton Castle is located in the heart of the Shimla Town thereby making it easily approachable for the visitors. Not only tourists from far off places but local people keep coming to this site to enjoy a journey through the rich history and heritage of colonial India.

The Vaishno Devi Temple:

The Vaishno Devi temple is situated in Shimla, on the banks of Beas River. It is commonly referred to as Mahadevi Tirthankaras, and is known as after Parvati, Lord Shiva's spouse. It is within the city limits. It is 5 km from the metropolis centre. This extraordinary temple turned into built in 1966 via Swami Sewer Das Ji Maharaj as he became attempting to find eternal peace and an homestead to spread his perspectives on existence, the Nishkaam Karmseva, which as it should be interprets to selfless provider, love for mankind and magnetic spirituality which should be praised with the aid of the devotees of Mata Vaishno Devi.

The temple is presently underneath the supervision of Shri Sharda Maa Seva Trust. The Vaishno Devi Gufa temple is three tiered website hosting the 3 goddesses, Saraswathi, Lakshmi and Kali at 3 special levels. It additionally has idols of Lord Shani wherein devotees can placed oil to the lamps for Shani Shanthi. The temple itself is built on top of a massive constructing and has 101 steps to attain its top in which human beings can also see the whole serene city of Shimla making it worthwhile.

In the morning, proceed to Kufri. Visit the Green Valley, Chini Bangla, Mini Zoo and Himalayan Nature Park. Later, proceed to Chail. Visit Chail Palace, Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple, and Temple Kali ka Tibba.In the evening, return to Shimla.

Green Valley:

Located about 10 kilometres from downtown Shimla,Green Valley features a beautiful mountain range on the way to kufri from Shimla along National Highway 22. Owing to its proximity to Shimla Railway Station, this attraction is easily accessible via cabs or taxis. Also known as the Hassan Valley, Green Valley in Shimla is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh. It is about 2200 to 2500 metres above sea level. The area features dense evergreen Deodar forest which is actually water catchment of nearby wildlife sanctuary in Shimla. Everyday scores of tourists visit Green Valley in Shimla to witness the panoramic view of the Himalayas.

Take in the fresh smell of pine and deodar trees and enjoy a breathtaking view of green forests. To rejuvenate after a long walk in the woods, try some local cuisine at shacks and markets here. There are also some rare wild animals like deer and yaks can be seen grazing here. So, Green Valley is an ideal romantic haunt for honeymooners and love birds. Picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, and clicking pictures are popular things to do in Green Valley. And, if one is a morning person, taking a drive through the lush environs is something one cannot afford to miss out on. So, whether one is a nature lover, a photographer, or a wildlife enthusiast, this attraction in the hills of Manali is meant to delight even the fussiest of travelers.

Kali Ka Tibba Temple:

Kali Tibba Temple History is very intresting.It appears that there has always been a small struture at the top of this hill marking a place to worship the goddess Kali.Some say that the original struture was built in the 9th century AD by the then-king of Himachal because the godness Kali came to him in a dream and decreed he built it.

According to another story, the temple was created or enhanced by the 19^th-century King of Patiala, who planned, designed and funded it in secret to avoid controversy and friction between different groups of religious devotees and sects.Back then, this was called the Sidh Temple and over time, it developed into a popular place of worship. It also became one of the 51 Shakti Peeth Holy Sites for Hindus dedicated to the Goddess Shakti. However, there were some problems as the site lies within the protected part of Chail Wildlife Sanctuary.

A priest or pujari of the Old Kali Ka Tibba Temple (or Sidh Temple) named Shanbhu Bharti helped develop the site, regularize it and create the new structure that stands there now. This included building a wall, a steep road to help people reach the temple and a pond or plunge pool where devotees can take a dip.

In the morning,check-out of hotel and Dharamshala.En-route,visit Sanjeevni Hanuman temple,Virasat-e-Khalsa,Bhakra Dam,Kangra Fort and Masrur Temples.Arrive at Dharamshala by evening and Check-in to hotel.Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.Overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Virasat-e-Khalsa:

Virasat-e-Khalasa is a museum of Sikhism, located in the holy town, Annadpur Sahib of the state of Punjab India. The museum celebrates 500 years of the Sikh History and the 300th anniversary of the Birth of Khalasa, based on the scriptures written by the tenth and last human guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji. It serves to attract tourists and pilgrims. This results in a consultation between religion and emerging need in the building environment. One side it promotes hand crafts to locals as well as nurturing a sense of heritage, besides it recalls to infinity by the volumetric interference of existing skyline is another phase of a visible Urbanism dilemma.

The Museum Building also has a auditorium,a two-story library and an exhibition space,consisting of two galleries.The Building was designed by Moshe Safdie and Associates.

Bhakra Dam:

Bhakra Nangal Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Satluj River in Bhakra Village in Bilaspur District, Himachal Pradesh in northern India. The dam forms the Gobind Sagar reservoir. Nangal Dam is another dam at Nangal in Punjab downstream of Bhakra Dam. However, sometimes both the dams together are called Bhakra-Nangal Dam though they are two separate dams.

The Dam is located at a gorge near the upstream Bhakra village in Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh and is of height 226 m.The length of the dam (measured from the road above it) is 518.25 m and the width is 9.1 m. Its reservoir known as "Gobind Sagar" stores up to 9.34 billion cubic metres of water. The 90 km long reservoir created by the Bhakra Dam is spread over an area of 168.35 km². In terms of storage of water, it is the third largest reservoir in India, the first being Indira Sagar Dam in Madhya Pradesh with capacity of 12.22 billion cubic meters and the second being Nagarjunasagar Dam in Telangana.

The Masrur Temples:

The Masrur Temples,also referred to as Masroor Temples or Rock-cut Temples at Masrur,in an early 8th-century complex of rock-cut Hindu Temples in the Kangra Valley of Beas River in Himachal Pradesh, India. The temples face northeast, towards the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas. They are a version of North Indian Nagara architecture style, dedicated to Shiva,Vishnu,Devi  and Saura traditions of Hinduism, with its surviving iconography likely inspired by a henotheeistic framework.

The temples were carved out of monolithic rock with a shikhara, and provided with a sacred pool of water as recommended by Hindu Texts on temple architecture.The temple has three entrances on its northeast, southeast and northwest side, two of which are incomplete. Evidence suggests that a fourth entrance was planned and started but left mostly incomplete, something acknowledged by the early 20th-century colonial era archaeology teams but ignored leading to misidentification and erroneous reports. The entire complex is symmetrically laid out on a square grid, where the main temple is surrounded by smaller temples in a mandala pattern. 

Start the day early and proceed to Gallu Devi Temple. Trek amongst the Rhododendron and Oak forest, a bird watcher's paradise. Pass Devi Mandir along the way. Arrive at Triund View by noon and relax before return. Return to Dharamshala in the evening. Overnight stay at hotel.

Gallu Devi Temple:

For seekers of divine solace,Gallu Devi Temple is a spriritual retreat merely 9 min via Dharamkot Studio RD away from the bustling streets of Mcleodganj As one ventures on the winding paths, the cacophony of the town gradually fades, paving the way for a serene communion with nature.

Gallu Devi Temple's history is steeped in the rich tapestry of mythology and devotion. Legends speak of a divine energy that resides within, drawing pilgrims and travelers alike. The temple's ancient stones echo with tales passed down through generations, creating an aura of sacred mystique.

The temple is not just a standalone sanctuary; it is an integral part of the surrounding village. The quaint village life, with its terraced fields and traditional homes, adds a touch of authenticity to the spiritual journey. Gallu Devi Temple becomes a focal point around which the village's heartbeat pulsates.

Spend the day sightseeing around Dharamshala. Visit the Dalai Lama Temple, Bhagsunag Temple and Waterfalls, Dal Lake, Namgyal Monastery, St. Johns Church, Kalachakra Temple, Library of Tibetan Works and Archives and War Memorial. In the evening, go to Mcleodganj Market to enjoy the local culture. Overnight stay in hotel.

Bhagsunag Temple:

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Bhagsunag temple is located in the holy village of Bhagsunag in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh and is a very popular tourist attraction in Dharamshala. This temple is situated around 2 km from McLeodganj Main Square and was constructed in the 18th Century. Because of its unique style of architecture, one can notice plenty of inscriptions on the walls and pillars of the temple. People are attracted here mainly due to the presence of a pool inside this temple in which they take a dip and relax. Among the popular tourist attractions in Dharamshala, one will surely give a visit to the nearby Bhagsunag Waterfalls. A long walk in the village leads to this mesmerizing and only waterfall in Dharamshala. There is a cafe named Shiva Cafe nearby. From this point, one can get wonderful views of the mountain and enjoy simple melody of the falls composed by nature. A visit to Bhagsunag Waterfalls will surely rejuvenate one! While on your trip to Dharamshala, don’t forget to pay a visit to the holy village of Bhagsunag and these tourists’ attractions of Bhagsunag Temple and Bhagsunag waterfalls which will be a great and cherishable experience!

Dal Lake:

A picture perfect location with calm and peaceful environment,Dal lake Dharmshala is a mid-altitude lake situated 1,775 metres above sea Level.Other than just sitting and exeperiencing the serenity of the place,You can also enjoy boating here during some parts of the year.Morever,You will find plenty of fishes in this lake,There is Small sacred place with a shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva.

You can witness the famous dal fair on the bank of this lake in the month of september every year when this place is flocked with tourists from various parts of the world.A number of devotees from the gaddi trip take dips in the holy water of this lake to worship Lord Shiva,You will surely be able to experience liveliness during this time!.

Namgyal Monastery:

Namgyal Monastery is currently located in Mcleod Ganj,Dharamsala, India. It is the personal Monastery of the 14th Dalai Lama. Another name for this temple-complex is Namgyal Tantric College.

In 1992,on the advice of the present Dalai Lama, Namgyal established an American branch in Ithaca,New York,Including within it the Namgyal Monastery Institute of Buddhist Studies. On 8 february 1996,the monks of namgyal Monastery's Institute of Buddhist Studies offered their first "Blessing of Cyberspace" as part of the "Twenty-four Hours in Cyberspace" event.

Check-out of hotel and transfer to the airport/station for journey back home.