Tour Name: Unexplored – Offbeat Himachal
Destinations: Delhi/Chandigarh – Mandi – Prashar Lake – Rewalsar Lake – Janjehli – Shikari Devi – Chandigarh/Delhi
Duration: 06 Nights & 07 Days
Day 01: Arrival Delhi/Delhi – Mandi (412 Kms / 09 Hrs.) or Arrive Chandigarh / Chandigarh to Mandi (185 Kms / 05 Hrs.)
Arrive at Delhi/Chandigarh Railway station or Airport and drive to Mandi. The historic town of Mandi (800m) is situated along the banks of river Beas. It has long been an important commercial centre, and the sage Mandava is said to have meditated here. Mandi is renowned for its 81 temples and their enormous range of fine carving. Mandi is known as the 'Kashi of the Hills'. The town also has remains of old palaces and notable examples of colonial architecture. Mandi is the gateway to the Jenjehli valley & Kullu valley and acts as a base for several exciting excursions.
Evening at leisure, personal activities & relax after long journey. Overnight stay at hotel
Day 02: Mandi City Sightseeing Tour 'Kashi of the Hills'
After breakfast start sightseeing tour to “Kashi of Hills”. Mandi town itself (760m) is a very old town built around a sunken garden, first of its type in this side of the country. Old bazaars and exquisitely sculpted stone temples of Panchvaktra, Trilokinath, Bhootnath & Mahamritunjya attract the eyes of any beholder. Shyamakali temple at Tarna hill is a 17th century shrine and its surroundings present a panoramic view of the town. Mandi has one of the oldest degree colleges in the State and a big playground 'paddal' in front of it. The International festival of "Shivratri" held in Mandi
At evening walk at The Indira market famous shopping place of Mandi, later back to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel
Day 03: Mandi - Excursion Tour to Prashar Lake (50 Kms / 02 Hrs.)
After breakfast drive to Prashar Lake. The beautiful Prashar Lake is located high in the mountains. It is here that the sage Prashar is said to have meditated. On the lake's edge is a three storied Pagoda-like temple dedicated to the sage. Capped with a roof of slate tiles, the temple has a wealth of wood carvings. An old temple it is said to have been built by Raja Ban Sen of Mandi in the 14th century. An entire panorama of snowy mountain ranges is visible from this location.
At evening walk at The Indira market famous shopping place of Mandi, later back to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel
Day 04: Mandi to Rewalsar Lake (25 Kms / 45 Mins)
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Rewalsar. Rewalsar is equally sacred to Hindus, Sikhs & Buddhists. It was from this place that Padam Sambhava a zealous teacher & Buddhist missionary left for Tibet to preach his new doctrine of Buddhism. The Hindus believe that it was here that Rishi Lomas did his penance in devotion to Lord Shiva. Rewalsar is important to the Sikhs who have a Gurudwara built in commemoration of Guru Gobind Singh's visit to this place. It is a very sacred place for the Bhutanese, who are following this doctrine of religion as their State Religion. So there is a temple, gompa and gurudwara, besides the holy lake with floating islands.
Later visit Naina Devi temple situated on the top of mountain ridge, the view offer by the top is tremendous, in clear day most the ranges of Himalayas are visible from here, also the view of Balh Valley and high snow-clad mountains of Pir-Pinjal range surely make your day.
Evening walk around Rewalsar Lake & explore the Buddhists culture. Overnight stay at hotel/guest house
Day 05: Rewalsar To Janjehli (130 Kms / 05 Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Janjehli via Chail Chowk, Bagsiad, which considerer a gateway to the Janjehli valley. Just before Janjelhi town there is Pandav Shila, the locals believe that Bhim had put the massive rock there & even a kid can make the massive rock move.
Janjehli valley with its lush green meadows surrounded by lofty pines and deodars and a rivulet presents an enchanting view. On the left side of the village are Apple orchards.
Evening walk around Janjehli village & explore the local culture. Overnight stay at guest house/home stay
Day 06: Janjehli - Excursion Tour To Shikari Devi (40 Kms / 02 Hrs.)
After breakfast drive & trek to Shikari Devi Temple, The Shikari Devi temple is devoted to Shikari Devi the Goddess revered in the form of stone idol. It is a temple without roof. All attempts to cover the Goddess with roof have failed. A trek to this ancient shrine is enchanting.
According to the legends, it is believed that the hunters in the early years once worshipped the Goddess on the mountain asking for success in their hunt. Most probably, the name of the temple has originated from the name of the Goddess Shikari Devi. Evening back to Janjehli and walk around village & explore the valley Overnight stay at guest house/home stay
Day 07: Janjehli To Chandigarh (230 Kms / 08 Hrs.) or Delhi (460 Kms / 12 Hrs.)
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Chandigarh/Delhi airport or train station and board flight or train back to home
TOUR ENDS..!!
