PRICE INCLUDES:
- Flight ticket in economy class from Mumbai – Chandigarh- Mumbai
- Accommodation on Twin/Tripal sharing Basis
- Breakfast & Dinner at all Places.
- Transport
- 02 All transfers and sightseeing by one AC Dzire / ETIOS Ex Chandigarh Airport
- 04 to 06 Pax: – All transfers and sightseeing by one AC INNOVA on disposal basis Ex.Chandgarh Airport.
Prices Do Not Include:
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered.
- Rafting, Monument & Museum entry Charges. Rohtang pass and chail sightseeing is not included.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary / stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks or any factors beyond control.
- Any expenses caused by reason beyond our control such as road block due to natural climates and accidents. Etc.
- 5% GST on Total billing
TRAVEL TIPS
- Keep identity card/passport handy while travelling
- Ensure that your vehicle is securely locked before you leave it. Don’t leave cash or jewellery in your vehicle.
- Shop at Government emporiums. Prices are reasonable and quality assured. Himachal Emporium outlets are located at Bilaspur, Chamba, Dharamsala, Mandi, Kullu, Keylong, Reckong Peo, Nahan, Solan, and Shimla. Outside the state, these are at New Delhi, Bangalore and Chandigarh. You can also buy directly from craftsmen located throughout Himachal. But if you plan to carry them overseas, do take a receipt for customs.
- Normal banking hours are 10.00 am to 2.00 pm from Monday to Fridays, and 10.00 am to noon on Saturday. Some banks also have evening counters but these rarely deal in foreign currency. Banks remain closed on Sunday and gazette holidays.
- It is advisable to cover yourself with travel insurance for theft, loss and medi-claim.
- Do not leave your cash and valuables in your hotel rooms. Keep your cash divided in different pockets.
- Please keep important numbers of Tourist Information Offices/ Police Station with you.
- Do not stand at the edge of a cliff or on any bolder near a river bank for photographs etc. The water current in rivers of Himachal Pradesh is very strong and highly deceptive.
- Avoid Over night driving in the hills.
- Before taking part in any adventure activity such as trekking, rafting, paragliding, ensure the agencies offering such activities are authorized by the Government for the purpose and have a valid license to operate.
- Tourists intending to participate in adventure activities are advised to hire the services of those travel agents and guides who are registered with the Department of Tourism, HP Govt.
- While on adventure trips, attire yourself with proper clothing, shoes, stick, food, water, torch, match box/lighter etc.
- River Rafting for joy ride purpose in Himachal Pradesh is not permitted beyond rapid class-II grade.
Manali
Strong Suggestions in Manali:
Warm wear: Tibetan Market
Tibetan Handicrafts and items: Tibet Emporium.
Bakery must haves: Supar Bakery / German Bakery rustles up exotic variants in its products.
Trout dishes: Johnsons Café
Coffee shops: Mount View Café / German Bakery / Johnsons Café
Mount View Café / Chopsticks offers Hot Lemon Ginger Honey / Baked Beans / Other Continental variants at its best.
Buy handmade cheeses at German Bakery and Supar Bakery.
Enjoy books at Bookworm!
Regional Facts:
Average Altitude: 2050 metres
Population: 29870
Local Languages: Hindi, Himachali, Pahari, Punjabi, English
ATM’s Available: State Bank of India, UCO Bank, Punjab National Bank (Still advisable to carry Hard Cash)
Networks: Airtel, Idea, Vodafone, BSNL are present there; others please check your operator’s collaboration
Average Temperature: Max 24 / Min 04 Summer Temperatures
Max 15 / Min -5 Winter Temperatures
Shimla
Strong Suggestions in Shimla:
Tibetan Handicrafts and items: The Mall
Coffee shops: Indian Coffee House (Strongly Recommended), Park Cafe
Devico’s Restaurant offers good continental variety.
Rendezvous offers good Thai food.
Embassy Restaurant offers good bakery must haves!
Enjoy Books at Maria Brothers, Minerva Bookshop!
Regional Facts:
Average Altitude: 2250 metres
Population: 144990
Local Languages: Hindi, Himachali, Pahari, Punjabi, English
ATM’s Available: State Bank of India, UCO Bank, Punjab National Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank
Networks: Airtel, Idea, Vodafone, BSNL are present there; others please check your operator’s collaboration
Average Temperature: Max 24 / Min 04 Summer Temperatures
Max 15 / Min -5 Winter Temperatures