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COOL
HILLS
WEEKEND
GETAWAYS
For all those
who would like to have a peaceful time away
from the hustle bustle of your daily hectic city life
during your Weekend Tour, we have number of
suggestions to immerse yourself in the nature’s bounty
surrounding the beautiful hill stations like Shimla,
etc. Don’t miss going on Trekking, Rafting, and other
recreational activities at one of the best mountains
areas. of you seeking a weekend
break from the monotonous life the weekend getaway
hotels in India are the best bet. Away from the hustle
and bustle of the city life the weekend getaway hotels
are the perfect way to unwind and rejuvenate you. Many
wildlife sanctuaries, heritage sites, hill stations,
and quaint little places make excellent weekend
getaway options from the Indian metros.
Be it the cool air and scenic beauty of the weekend
getaways that revive your spirit or the plethora of
man-made attractions that weekend getaways offer, the
weekend getaway hotels are the best bet for a relaxing
and rejuvenating break.
Itineraries are specially made for Weekend, i.e.
Friday-Saturday-Sunday.
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SHIMLA
Highlights : Come unwind the nature’s bounty in the
capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla. Discovered by the
British in 1819, Shimla was declared the summer capital of
India in 1864. The famous attraction of Shimla is its Mall
that is flooded with shops and eateries. Scandal Point,
Town Hall and Christ Church are some other worth watching
attractions of Shimla during Delhi Shimla Weekend Tour.
Get to know more about Shimla during Delhi Shimla Weekend
Tour.
Pine forests and apple orchards, crisp, clean air and
breathtaking views - that's Shimla in a nutshell. Sprawled
over 12 kms on a crescent shaped ridge lies Shimla, the
largest hill station and erstwhile summer capital of the
British in India. The splendid views of the snow-clad
ranges of the Himalayas, fine walks through oak and
flowering rhododendron, enchanting resorts within easy
reach, golf at Naldehra, and skiing at Kufri and Narkanda
make Shimla an attractive destination throughout the year
with many tourists opting for a dramatic journey over
loops and arches on the toy train from Kalka.
When To Go : Best all
year round. Though Shimla is bone-chilling cold in winter,
this is the place to be if you want to see snow.
Getting There :
State : Himachal Pradesh
Location : Shimla is located at a distance of
about 390 kms from Delhi and 140 kms from Chandigarh.
Distance :
343 Km. from New Delhi
90 kms from Kalka
By Road : The 6-lane
highway from Delhi to Ambala, and the Zirakpur- Shimla
stratch make for an enjoyable drive.
By Rail : Nearest Rail
Head - Kalka (90 Kms), Chandigarh (119 Kms). Toy train
runs from Kalka to Shimla on a narrow gauge
railway line, you can also take trains to other parts of
the country from Kalka.
By Air : The nearest
airport is at a distance of 23 kms from Shimla, known as
the Jubbarhatti Airport. Board direct flights from Delhi
to this airport. Major domestic airlines also cater
services from this airport to Shimla.
Things To See & Do : Going on Delhi Shimla Weekend
Tour lets you explore many attractions of Shimla.
The Mall : This is the
main shopping centre of Shimla with restaurants. The
Gaiety Theatre, which is a reproduction of an old British
theatre is a center of cultural activities.
Christ Church & St. Michael’s
Cathedral : This famous yellow Christ Church,
known as the second oldest church in northern India is the
famous landmark of Shimla. Colonel JT Boileau designed
Christ Church & St. Michael’s Cathedral in 1844.
The Ridge : The most
famous landmark of Shimla, the large open space in the
heart of town presents excellent view of the mountain
ranges. Shimla's landmarks - the Neo-Gothic structure of
Christ Church and the new - Tudor Library building is
worth seeing.
Chadwick Falls : Just
7 kms west of the ridge from Shimla, Chadwick Falls are
worth watching during Delhi Shimla Weekend Tour.
Annandale : Located at
a distance of about 2 kms blow the Ridge in Shimla,
Annandale offers you breathtaking locale to watch out for.
Here you will see a charming piece of ground that was used
for recreation by the British in the days of the Raj.
Jakhu Temple : Don’t
forget to visit the famous Jakhu Temple during Delhi
Shimla Weekend Tour. Reaching the top of the Jakhu hill
you will find the Hanuman Temple, which is the highest
point in the town.
Jeep Safari : Explore
the enchanting Himachal Pradesh by going on Jeep Safari.
You can also choose to go on motorcycle or car and unfold
the natural and man-made wonders of the Himachal State.
Fagu : Located at a
distance of about 22 kms on the Hindustan Tibet Road, Fagu
is set at a height of 2,450 meters.
Summer Hill : Situated
at an altitude of 1,283m, Summer Hill is an enchanting
spot on the Shimla Kalka Railway line. Mahatma Gandhi
lived in the beautiful Georgian House of Raj Kumari Amrit
Kaur located at the Summer Hill during his Shimla visit.
Himachal Pradesh University is also situated on the Summer
Hill in Shimla.
Summer Fairs : Have an
insight of a variety of programme by being a part of the
famous Summer Fairs during your Delhi Shimla Weekend Tour.
Also hosted in Shimla are poster exhibitions, flower
shoes, sport tournaments and Red Cross Fair.
Where To Stay :
HPTDC's properties - Hotel
Peterhoff & Hotel Holiday Home
Suggested sketch program :
(can be tailor-made on
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DARJEELING
Highlights : Nestling in the grandeur and beauty of
towering snow-capped mountains; with the mighty
Kanchenjunga (King of the Mountains) dominating the
somber, snowy sentinels, lies a jewel of a town --
elegant, sophisticated and incredibly beautiful; the
name of Tibetan origin means where Indra's thunderbolt
or scepter rested, (Dodi-thunder bolt, Ling-place). In
Sanskrit, the name, derived from the world 'Durjay
Ling', means 'Siva of invincible prowess, who rules the
Himalayas'. The official name of the town is Darjeeling.
When To Go :
October - January, mid- March to
early June. Uncomfortably crowded in October during
Durga Puja.
Clothing : During Summer-light jackets & rain
gears. In winter-down gears at high altitude.
State :
West Bengal
Getting There : Bus services between Darjeeling and
Siliguri are frequent. Private taxis, land rovers are
also available. From Siliguri by bus/ taxi/ trekker to
Darjeeling (80 km), about 4 hours.
By Rail :
You can take the famous
toy train, which is a meter gauge train operating over
breath taking scenery. The journey takes approximately
seven and half hours. New Jalpaiguri / Siliguri Junction
stations at the base of the Darjeeling Hill areas have
direct railway connections with Calcutta, Mumbai,
Guwahati, Madras, Lucknow, and Delhi.
By Road :
Darjeeling is connected to Siliguri the main city in the
plains by the Tenzing Norgay Road (formerly Hill Cart
Road)
Things To See & Do :
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park,
Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center, Tea Estate, Lebong
Race Course, Peace Pagoda, Rock Garden and Gangamaya
Park, Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop and
Mirik Lake.
Suggested sketch program :
(can be tailor-made on
request)
Duration :
03 Nights / 04 Days
Places Covered : Darjeeling
Day 01 : Arrive Darjeeling
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station
where our representative would meet you and drive you to
Darjeeling city. Upon arrival check in to the hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02 : Darjeeling Sightseeing
Morning after breakfast
leave for a full day sightseeing tour of Darjeeling
city. Start with a visit to Padmaja Naidu Himalayan
Zoological Park and then proceed to the Himalayan
Mountaineering Institute. Get some thrill with Ropeway
and also visit Tenzing, Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self
Help Center, Tea Estate, Lebong Race Course, Peace
Pagoda, Rock Garden and Gangamaya Park. Return to the
hotel in the evening for overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03 : Darjeeling Excursion
After a complete Darjeeling city tour, today we
take you on an excursion to some of the major tourist
places that are a must visit in Darjeeling tour
packages. Early morning visit Tiger Hill, Ghoom
Monastery and Batasia Loop. Return to hotel for
breakfast and later drive via Nepal border to Mirik
Lake. Evening check out from hotel and drive to NJP
railway station/ Bagdogra airport to board onward
flight/ train back home.
Where To Stay :
Hotel Seven Seventeen & Hotel
Mohit
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Bangalore
– Coorg
Tour
Highlights : 300 Kms from Bangalore, Coorg is
known as the ‘Scotland of India.’ It is a picturesque
hill station famous for its coffee estates and
hospitable people. Not densely populated, it is suitable
for long walks, jogging, trekking and camping.
Misty hills, lush forest, acres and acres of tea and
coffee plantation, orange groves, undulating streets and
breathtaking views are what make Coorg an unforgettable
holiday destination. Do not miss this if you like
natural beauty of the hills.
Things To See & Do : The most visited tourist spot
in Coorg is the Nagarahole National Park which is known
for it's wild-life population. One can find elephants,
tigers, leopards, sambars, spotted deers, and bisons in
plenty. There are facilities for over-night stay inside
the Nagarhole park next to water-holes. Madikeri or
Mercara is the main town of Coorg and is also a well
known hill station. Some of the important places to
visit around Madikeri are Raja seat-a well maintained
garden with a great views of the hills, Abbi-Falls a
beautiful waterfall, Bhaga-mandala and finally
Tala-Kaveri-the birth place of river Kaveri, is an
astoundingly beautiful place which is surrounded by
mountains.
When To Go : Cool throughout the year. Monsoons can
be messy. The monsoons are spread from June to
September. Summers are generally cool and winters are
chilly.
Getting There :
Air : The nearest airport
is Bangalore.
Rail : The nearest rail
junction is Mysore.
Road : 250 kms from
Bangalore.
Where To Stay : Orange County Resort - Siddapur (5*),
Hotel Coorg International (3*), Hotel Crystal Court -
Madikeri (2*), Silent Valley Cottages - Madikeri (Estate
Bungalow), Hotel Hill Town - Madikeri (Budget).
Suggested sketch program :
(can be tailor-made on
request)
Duration : 02 Nights/
03 Days
Places Covered : Bangalore – Coorg
Day 01 : Arrive Bangalore – Coorg
Coorg Tour Package starts with arrival at
Bangalore. Our representative meets you on arrival and
drives you to Coorg (250 km /5 ˝ hrs). Check in to hotel
upon arrival. After lunch, leave for a visit to the
picturesque Abbi Falls, a must visit in tour packages for
Coorg. Later proceed to the Raj’s Seat from where you can
enjoy panoramic views of the landscaped Coorg valley
enveloped in mist. Return to the hotel for night stay.
Day 02 : Coorg
On day 02 of Coorg Tour Package, leave for a
full day city tour. Start with a visit to Talcauvry (the
origin of River Cauvery) and Bhagamandala (the point where
Cauvery assumes the shape of a river). Later proceed to
the ancient temple nearby. Evening free for shopping at
Madikeri town where you can buy some honey, coffee and
spices as souvenirs of your travel to Coorg. Retire to the
hotel for the night.
Day 03 : Coorg – Bangalore
Departure
Check out from hotel after breakfast and drive
to Bangalore. Stop midway for a short visit to Dubare
Elephant Training Camp and Bayalukuppe for sightseeing of
the magnificent Golden Temple and Tibetan Monastery that
are a must visit in Coorg tours. Assistance on arrival at
Bangalore to board scheduled flight/train back home or to
onward destination.
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Lansdowne
Highlights : Come have a peaceful time away
from the hustle bustle of your daily hectic city life
during Delhi Lansdowne Weekend Tour. Watch out for the
famous Garhwal Rifles of the Indian Army that has its
command office here in Lansdowne. Immerse yourself in the
nature’s bounty surrounding the beautiful hill station
Lansdowne. Don’t miss going on Trekking, one of the best
ways to explore Lansdowne. You can also try your hand at
River Crossing and Camping while touring Lansdowne. Rest
assure of having a memorable time during Delhi Lansdowne
Weekend Tour.
Formerly, a hill station of the British, Lansdowne
is a place where nature can be seen in its best. British
got attracted by the natural beauty and the climate of
Lansdowne and set up a cantonment here. Tourists can go on
Delhi Lansdowne Weekend Tour round the year, as Lansdowne
enjoys a salubrious climate almost round the year. Get to
know more about Lansdowne during Delhi Lansdowne Weekend
Tours.
Things To See & Do : There are various exciting
excursions that one can undergo during Lansdowne Weekend
Tour.
- Kotdwar,
a famous gateway to the hills is just 45 kms away from
Lansdowne.
- Jwalpadevi is
located at a distance of about 47 kms and is known as one
of the religious areas on
the main Pauri-Kotdwar road.
- Tarkeshwar Mahadev
is located at a distance of 30 kms from Lansdowne is a
famous temple of
Lord Shiva.
- Kanvashram at
a distance of 14 kms, Charaik Hills at a distance of 20
kms and Sidhbali Temple at
a distance of 3 kms from Lansdowne.
Getting There :
Location : State -
Uttaranchal. Lansdowne is located at a distance of about
45 kms from Kotdwar via Kotdwar Pauri road in the Pauri
Garhwal district.
Altitude : 6000 m Above
Sea Level
Travel Information :
95 kms from Haridwar
150 kms from Dehradun
295 kms from Delhi
Nearest Railway Station :
Kotdwar (42 kms / 2 hrs)
When To Go : Best in
spring and summer from March to June, mid- September to
November.
Where To Stay :
GMVN's properties like Fairy Dale
Hotel & Tourist Rest House.
Suggested sketch program :
(can be tailor-made on
request)
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