Himalayas - Abode of the Gods
A magnificent route that allows you to enjoy contemplating the mountain beauty and visiting the Himalayan shrines and attractions. The Himalayas are considered to be the divine manifestation of the Supreme. Rising above everything earthly, They reach up to touch the heavenly planets. By going on this spiritual journey, visiting temples, monasteries and shrines where Buddhists and Hindus have worshiped the Almighty for centuries, you will gain a deeper understanding of the two main religions practiced by the people of these kingdoms of the Top of the World.
Date: during all year
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TOUR PLACES: (KULLU, NAGAR, MANALI, SHIMLA). PROGRAM (some changes are possible): Day 0 – departure from any city Day 1 – arrival in Delhi, rest at the hotel, after lunch visit to Connet Place, Agrasena baoli (ancient well), Lotus Temple, Akshardham with evening fountain performance. Day 2 – Transfer to Shimla (350 km – 7 hours) Day 3 – Shimla. Shaktipith. (the most fashionable place in India. The local amazing scenery and mild climate without sweltering heat) Day 4 – transfer to the Kullu valley, Naggar (220 km – 6 hours) Day 5 – Naggar, 1900 m above sea level. Inspection of the temples of Shiva-Parvati (11th century), Krishna (10th century), Tripura, Stone of Happiness, Raja's Castle (17th century), visit to the Roerich Estate, Excursion to the International Trust of the Roerichs: estate, museum and art gallery. Day 6 – Manali, high mountain resort, visit to the Rishi Manu temple, Vasishtha temple complex, in honor of the sage Vasishtha with a hot spring. Visiting Buddhist monasteries. Day 7 – Manikaran, Kasol Day 8 – transfer to Chandigarh, accommodation, rest. Day 9 – transfer to Delhi
The Kullu Valley is mentioned in the legendary epic Mahabharata. The “Golden Bucket” (7 stars of the Big Dipper) constantly walks here, and the mountains rising to the sky are considered the original abode of the gods. It was on this land that the Aryan sages - rishis - learned divine wisdom, and this is where their laws came from. Krishna himself visited these places. The paths of his assistants, the legendary Pandava brothers, passed here. Naggar, currently a small village in the Kullu valley, was formerly the capital of the Kullu Rajas (XIII century). Here are preserved: the palace of the Rajas - a unique monument of Himalayan architecture, Hindu temples of the 11th century dedicated to Shiva and Parvati, the extraordinary beauty of the wooden temple of Tripura Sundri and the Krishna temple, from where a magnificent view of the Kullu valley opens. Ancient temples surrounded by centuries-old spruce and cedar trees, the legends of these places, the peace and quiet reigning here will remain in the memory for a long time. In Naggar there is the estate of the family of the great Russian artist, philosopher and public figure N.K. Roerich and a collection of paintings by N.K. and S.N. Roerichov.
Vasishtha village and Old Manali. Picturesque villages reflecting the unique timber architecture of the Kullu Valley. Temples of Vasishtha, Sita-Rama, Shiva, Shivalinga, which was worshiped by the sage Vasishtha, bathing in a hot hydrogen sulfide healing temple spring, souvenir shops. It is said that the sage Vasishtha is still here today in his spiritual body. If desired, hike to Lake Bhrigu Muni, which is located at an altitude of more than 4000 m. Manikaran (Parvati Valley). A real Pearl of the Himalayas, a Place of Power and pilgrimage for many Hindus and Sikhs. Amazingly beautiful mountain road. And also, if desired, yoga and meditation in the morning and art classes in the evening when there are no trips.
COST: 1090 dollars for 3* accommodation, 1450 dollars for 4* accommodation
Included in cost
- Private Russian speaking guide
- Sightseeing
- All parking fees, tolls and taxes, incentives, fuel and interstate taxes
- Meeting at the hotel, airport
- Parking cost
- Accommodation in hotels with breakfast
Not included in price
- Entrance fees to the monuments
- Souvenir photos
- Luggage storage
- Personal expenses
- flight to Delhi and back
- meals, except breakfast
- visa
- insurance
- services of astrologers, doctors
- donations in temples and rituals
- tips
