7-Day North India Winter Wonderland Tour: Nainital, Amritsar, Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Shimla, Manali & Dehradun

Day 1: Arrival & Nainital Exploration

Dehradun to Nainital, India on December 15, 2025

8:00am

Travel from Dehradun to Nainital

Start early morning with a private car ride from Dehradun to Nainital (approx 6 hours), enjoying scenic Himalayan foothills en route.
INR3000, 6h0m

2:00pm

Check-in at Hotel Himalaya Nainital

Comfortable stay with stunning views of the serene Naini Lake, ideally located for sightseeing.
INR5000, N/A

3:00pm

Boat Ride on Naini Lake

Take a peaceful 1-hour boat ride offering beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hills. Open till 6pm.
INR200, 1h0m

5:00pm

Stroll around Mall Road

Explore the vibrant Mall Road with its shops and cafes, perfect for an evening walk and local shopping.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Sakley's Restaurant & Pastry Shop

Enjoy North Indian and continental dishes with a cozy ambiance, open until 10pm.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 2: Nainital to Shimla

Nainital to Shimla, India on December 16, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring fresh fruits and traditional Indian dishes.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel from Nainital to Shimla

Private car transfer to Shimla (approx. 8 hours), passing through scenic landscapes and hill roads.
INR4000, 8h0m

5:00pm

Check-in at Hotel Willow Banks Shimla

A charming colonial-style hotel offering comfortable rooms and easy access to central Shimla.
INR6000, N/A

6:00pm

Evening walk on The Ridge

Relax with a gentle walk on The Ridge, enjoying beautiful views and local shops.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Cafe Simla Times

Savor contemporary and Indian cuisine with live music; open till 11pm.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 3: Shimla Sightseeing & Travel to Manali

Shimla to Manali, India on December 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House Shimla

Classic atmosphere with South Indian and Indian breakfast options, opens at 8am.
INR300, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Jakhoo Temple

A hilltop temple dedicated to Hanuman with panoramic views of Shimla; open 6am-6pm.
Free, 1h30m

10:30am

Travel to Manali by private car

Journey through beautiful mountainous roads to Manali (approx. 7 hours).
INR4500, 7h0m

5:30pm

Check-in at Snow Valley Resorts Manali

Comfortable resort nestled amid the mountains with great amenities and connectivity.
INR6500, N/A

7:00pm

Dinner at Johnson's Cafe

Renowned for local Himachali cuisine and continental dishes, open until 10:30pm.
INR1300, 1h30m
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Day 4: Manali Exploration

Manali, India on December 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe 1947

Riverside cafe serving fresh breakfast with European and Indian options, opens at 8am.
INR400, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Hadimba Devi Temple

Ancient wooden temple surrounded by cedar forest, open 6am to 6pm.
Free, 1h0m

11:00am

Explore Old Manali Market

Stroll through vibrant shops for handicrafts and souvenirs, open till 7pm.
Free, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Johnson's Cafe

Try local trout fish or Indian biryani with cozy ambiance.
INR1200, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Solang Valley

Enjoy winter sports like skiing and snow scooter rides during December; open 9am to 5pm.
INR1500, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Café Amigos

Popular for both Indian and Mexican cuisine, open till 11pm.
INR1100, 1h30m
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Day 5: Manali to Dharamshala

Manali to Dharamshala, India on December 19, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a nutritious breakfast before the day’s journey.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Travel from Manali to Dharamshala

Scenic 7-hour drive through mountain passes towards Dharamshala.
INR5000, 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in at Hotel Inclover Dharamshala

Comfortable stay with beautiful views of the Western Himalayas.
INR5500, N/A

5:00pm

Visit Dalai Lama Temple Complex

Peaceful Buddhist center offering insight into Tibetan culture; open 8am-7pm.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Nick’s Italian Kitchen

Well known for Italian cuisine with a Himalayan twist, open till 10pm.
INR1400, 1h30m
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Day 6: Dharamshala to Dalhousie

Dharamshala to Dalhousie, India on December 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy warm and fresh breakfast before departure.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Travel to Dalhousie

Beautiful 3-hour drive to Dalhousie, nestled in the hills of Himachal Pradesh.
INR2000, 3h0m

12:00pm

Check-in at Grand View Hotel Dalhousie

Historic hotel with magnificent views and cozy warmth in winter.
INR4500, N/A

1:00pm

Lunch at Kwality

Enjoy traditional Himachali and North Indian dishes in a friendly setting.
INR1000, 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Panchpula & Subhash Baoli

Visit beautiful water springs and parks surrounded by pine forests, open till sunset.
Free, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Snow Valley Restaurant

Famous for Tibetan and North Indian cuisine, offering a warm ambiance.
INR1300, 1h30m
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Day 7: Dalhousie to Amritsar Departure

Dalhousie to Amritsar, India on December 21, 2025

7:00am

Early breakfast at hotel

Fuel up early for your final leg of the journey.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Travel to Amritsar

Approx. 5-hour drive arriving by early afternoon.
INR3000, 5h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Bharawan Da Dhaba

Experience famous Punjabi dhaba cuisine close to the Golden Temple, open 11am-10pm.
INR700, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Golden Temple

World-famous Sikh gurdwara; explore its magnificent architecture and spiritual ambiance, open 24 hours.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Watch Wagah Border Ceremony

Spectacular military retreat ceremony at the India-Pakistan border, starts around sunset (approx 4:30-5:30pm).
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kesar Da Dhaba

Historic iconic Punjabi eatery with traditional dishes, open until 9:30pm.
INR800, 1h30m
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