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If you are looking for a journey that truly covers the soul of Himachal Pradesh, the Himachal Grand Explorer is designed for you. This 11 nights 12 days Himachal tour is a thoughtfully curated Himachal Explorer Edition backpacking trip that connects culture, mountains, adventure, spirituality, and offbeat villages into one seamless Himalayan journey.
Unlike short holidays, this Himachal backpacking tour package allows travellers to slow down and experience the diversity of the region – from the sacred lanes of Amritsar and the colonial charm of Dalhousie to the Tibetan culture of Dharamshala, adventure vibes of Bir, forested trails of Jibhi, alpine landscapes of Manali, and the classic hill-station appeal of Shimla.
Designed as a Delhi to Himachal backpacking tour, this itinerary is ideal for travellers who want a complete backpacking trip in Himachal Pradesh without rushing. The journey flows naturally from lower altitudes to higher mountain regions, ensuring comfort, acclimatisation, and deeper exploration.
Adventure lovers will enjoy experiences like Bir Billing paragliding, Jibhi waterfall & Jalori Pass trek, Serolsar Lake trek backpacking, and river rafting in Himachal (optional). Culture seekers will appreciate monasteries, temples, tea gardens, and heritage towns, while backpackers will love village walks, cafés, and community travel vibes.
Whether you are planning a long Himalayan escape, a Himachal Christmas & New Year trip, or a once-in-a-lifetime Himalayan group backpacking tour, the Himachal Grand Explorer stands out as one of the best tours to cover all major areas of Himachal in a single journey.
The Himachal Grand Explorer is more than just an itinerary – it is a complete Himalayan experience. Starting from Delhi, this extended backpacking route introduces you to Himachal gradually, blending iconic destinations with offbeat experiences.
The journey begins in Amritsar, adding a rich cultural and historical dimension before entering Himachal. As you move through Dalhousie and Khajjiar, the landscapes transition into pine forests and colonial hill towns. In Dharamshala and McLeodganj, Tibetan culture, monasteries, cafés, and spiritual landmarks create a unique Himalayan atmosphere, forming an essential part of the McLeodganj to Manali backpacking tour corridor.
From Dharamshala, the route leads to Bir, home to the world-famous Bir Billing paragliding tour and peaceful monasteries. The experience deepens as you head to Jibhi, one of Himachal’s most scenic forest regions, featuring Jibhi waterfall, Jalori Pass trek, and the serene Serolsar Lake trek – a highlight for backpackers and nature lovers.
Adventure continues in Manali, where travellers enjoy Manali sightseeing backpacking, Solang Valley excursions, Atal Tunnel drives, and optional river rafting in Kullu – making it one of the most dynamic sections of the tour.
The final leg in Shimla, Kufri, and Mashobra offers colonial charm, scenic viewpoints, and relaxed exploration before returning to Delhi. This combination of destinations, activities, and pacing makes the Himachal Grand Explorer one of the most complete backpacking trips in Himachal Pradesh, suitable for long-stay travellers, first-timers, and repeat visitors alike.
Included and Excluded
- Stay with Breakfast & Dinner at well-appointed rooms as per Selected Occupancy.
- Amritsar – 01 Night, Dalhousie- 01 Night, Dharamshala- 02 Nights, Bir-01, Jibhi- 02 Nights, Manali 02 Nights, Shimla- 01 Night.
- Guided Tea Tour and Tea Tasting session.
- Trek Guide for Serolsar Lake.
- 4x4 Solang & Sisu Trip.
- All Transfers and Local Sightseeing on Tempo Traveler / Urbania.
- All Taxes and GST.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusion.
- Early Check in Before (01:00 Pm) & Late Check out (After 11:00 Am)
- Any personal expense.
- Any activities, entry charges and camera fee.
- Any Travel Insurance and adventure activities- Snow Sports, Water Sports and Paragliding.
Highlights of the Tour
- <b>Complete Himachal Exploration –</b> Visit iconic destinations including Amritsar, Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Bir, Jibhi, Manali, and Shimla in one seamless Himalayan journey.
- Spiritual & Cultural Experiences – Explore the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Tibetan monasteries in McLeodganj, and heritage temples across Himachal.
- Adventure in Bir Billing – Experience paragliding in Bir Billing, one of the world’s most famous paragliding destinations.
- Scenic Treks in Jibhi – Enjoy the beautiful Jalori Pass trek and the peaceful Serolsar Lake trek through dense Himalayan forests.
- Manali Adventure & Sightseeing – Explore Solang Valley, drive through the Atal Tunnel, and enjoy optional river rafting in Kullu.
- Colonial Charm of Shimla – Discover Shimla, Kufri, and Mashobra, known for scenic viewpoints, pine forests, and colonial architecture.
- Perfect Backpacking Experience – Travel with like-minded explorers on a well-planned Delhi to Himachal backpacking tour with comfortable stays and guided experiences.
Itinerary
- Assemble at the Pickup Point Kashmere Gate (Tentative).
- Meet your Tour Captain at the assembly Point a small briefing will be provided.
- Proceed towards Amritsar, Check in to the Hotel in Amritsar and relax.
- In the evening, visit the iconic Golden Temple and you can choose to experience Langar a community meal. Free at Leisure and shopping explore the Local market and food.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Breakfast, Checkout from the Hotel and proceed towards Dalhousie.
- Enroute visit Jallianwala Bagh, Partition Museum, and Wagah Border before entering Himachal.
- Evening strolls in Dalhousie town visit and explore Subhash Chowk, Christ Church and Indo Tibetan market, Free at Leisure and Shopping.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Breakfast, Check out from the Hotel and proceed towards Khajjiar and later transfer to Dharamshala/ Mcleodganj.
- Visit Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland) and Panchpulla Waterfall.
- Continue towards Dharamshala/Mcleodganj.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Breakfast, Proceed for the full day excursion of Dharamshala & Mcleodganj.
- Visit HPCA Stadium, War Memorial, St John’s Church, Dalai Lama Temple and Bhagsunag Temple & Waterfall (Subject to the timing and weather condition).
- Later Explore the Local market & cafes of Mcleodganj free at leisure and shopping. Return to the hotel and relax.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Breakfast, Check out from the Hotel and Proceed towards Bir.
- Enroute visit Shakti Peeth Mata Shree Chamunda Devi Temple and Palampur, The Tea Capital of Northern India, visit Himalayan Adrenaline for Guided Tea Tour and Tea Tasting session (Included) later enjoy optional adventure activities (on Direct Payment).
- Continue towards Bir and visit Baijnath Shiv Temple and Sherabling Monastery (Subject to the timing).
- Reach Bir Check in to your hotel and Relax, Evening explore the Local market and Cafes of Bir. Free at leisure and shopping.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Breakfast, Check out from the Hotel and Proceed towards Jibhi.
- Enroute enjoy the Scenic drive and visit Bhimakali temple.
- Check in to your Hotel in Jibhi and relax, In the Evening explore the Local market and cafes of Jibhi. Free at Leisure and shopping.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Early / Packed Breakfast, Trek Guide will meet you at the Lobby a small briefing session will be provided Proceed towards Jalori Pass (Trek Base).
- Enroute visit Jibhi Waterfall proceed towards Jalori Pass pay a visit to Maa Kali Temple, Afterwards Trek towards Serolsar Lake a High Altitude Lake 3,100 meters above the sea level surrounded by thick forest.
- Return to Jalori and Proceed to Jibhi, evening free at Leisure and Shopping.
- Overnight stay and Dinner.
- After Breakfast, Check out from the Hotel and transfer to Manali with optional River Rafting in Kullu (on Direct Payment).
- Visit Old Manali, Hadimba Temple and Mall Road explore the local market and cafes of Manali. Free at Leisure and Shopping.
- Check in to your Hotel in Manali and Relax.
- Overnight stay & dinner.
- After Early Breakfast, Proceed for the Full Day Excursion of Manali.
- Visit Solang Valley Optional Rocket Bungee, ATV Rides, Zipline, Zorbing and Other activities (on Direct Payment).
- Afterwards proceed towards Sissu via Atal Tunnel, explore Sissu enjoy adventure activities on Direct Payment or you can choose to hike towards Sissu Waterfall a 3 kms Hike one way easy to moderate (Subject to weather conditions).
- Return to Manali, Evening free at Leisure and shopping.
- Overnight stay and Dinner.
- After Breakfast, Check out from the Hotel and transfer to Shimla. (237 kms approx 7 hours).
- Enroute visit and explore Shimla Mall Road, Christ Church, Lakkar Bazar and Jakhoo Temple (Subject to the Timings).
- Check in to your Hotel in Shimla and relax. Evening Free at Leisure and Shopping.
- Overnight Stay & Dinner.
- After Breakfast, Check out from the Hotel and proceed for Kufri and Mashobra
- Visit Green Valley, Indira Tourist Park, and Nag Temple.
- Later visit Mashobra and Carignano Nature Park- Built by an Italian photographer, as a tribute to his hometown in Italy. It also has the world’s largest water lift.
- Overnight Journey from Shimla to Delhi (Volvo/ Tempo Traveller/ Urbania).
Arrive at Delhi, End of Tour with Happy memories.
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