12-Day College Trip to Hyderabad, Delhi, Agra, Chandigarh, Manali, Rohtang Pass, Dharamashala, and Amritsar

  1. Day 1: Hyderabad to Delhi
    Estimated travel time: 2 hours 5 minutes (1,569 km)

    Board a flight from Hyderabad to Delhi

  2. Day 2: Delhi Sightseeing
    Estimated travel time: 2 hours 5 minutes (1,569 km)

    Explore major attractions like Red Fort, India Gate, and Qutub Minar.

  3. Day 3: Agra day trip
    Estimated travel time: 3 hours 12 minutes (231 km)

    Visit the most iconic symbol of love, Taj Mahal.

  4. Day 4: Delhi to Chandigarh
    Estimated travel time: 4 hours 30 minutes (245 km)

    Head to beautiful city of Chandigarh to explore gardens and later have a taste of local cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Explore Chandigarh
    Estimated travel time: 1 hour (21.4 km)

    Visit the unique Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, and Rose Garden.

  6. Day 6 & 7: Manali
    Estimated travel time: 5 hours 56 minutes (308 km)

    Visit Manali for its scenic views and old temples

  7. Day 8: Rohtang Pass
    Estimated travel time: 1 hour 38 minutes (52.8 km)

    Explore the Rohtang Pass which displays the beauty of Himachal Pradesh.

  8. Day 9: Dharamshala
    Estimated travel time: 5 hours 37 minutes (240 km)

    Visit Mcleodganj, Dalai Lama Temple Complex, and Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium.

  9. Day 10: Amritsar
    Estimated travel time: 4 hours 34 minutes (200 km)

    Head to the city of Amritsar to visit Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh.

  10. Day 11: Amritsar Sightseeing
    Estimated travel time: 23 minutes (1.6 km)

    Explore more of Amritsar by visiting Partition Museum and Wagah Border Ceremony.

  11. Day 12: Return to Hyderabad
    Estimated travel time: 3 hours 25 minutes (1,627 km)

    Board a flight from Amritsar back to Hyderabad via Delhi.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Entry fee for Taj Mahal: 1000 INR ($14 USD) (2-3 hours)
  • Food tour in Chandigarh: 2,500 INR ($35 USD) per person (3-4 hours)
  • Car rental for visiting Rohtang Pass and Manali: 3,000 INR ($42 USD) per day (2 days)
  • Entry fee for Golden Temple: Free (1-3 hours)
  • Entry fee for Wagah Border Ceremony: Free (2-3 hours)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 6,500 INR ($91 USD) per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Rishikesh and Haridwar for an adventurous and spiritual retreat. Or add Jaipur to your itinerary to explore more of the rich cultural heritage of India. If you have less time, consider skipping Manali and Dharamshala.

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