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Tour Itineraries for Himachal Pradesh :
 Himachal Pradesh is the most spectacular state nestled between the Indian Himalayas and is often referred to as the magical showcase of nature's splendors. Verdant green meadows, wide valleys set against imposing snow-clad mountains; limpid lakes, torrential rivers and gushing streams; fruit laden orchards and gentle terraces of corn and tea are the captivating features of this state.
A tour to Himachal Pradesh today is one of the most important tours and the most frequently demanded tour package in India. The gigantic Himalayan ranges welcome the travellers as well as the trekkers from all over the world who are seeking adventure in India. The Himachal Pradesh tour is full of hill stations, pilgrimages, adventure sports destinations, and wildlife that attracts a wide range of tourist traffic every year to the state.
The leisure alternatives from travelling, winter sports, trekking, water sports, mountain hiking to the solitary moments full of peace; you get everything in one go while you opt for a Tour of Himachal Pradesh in India. The pilgrimage Char Dham destinations, the hill stations like Shimla, Dharamshala, Kullu-Manali etc. and the fruit orchards of apples, lichi etc. capture your attention undoubtedly.
History of Himachal Pradesh
It is said that a large number of people inhabiting this region had actually migrated from Central Asia and the Indian plains from time to time. The three successive races that entered this region were Proto-Australoid, the Mongoloid, and the Aryan. Aryans, superior in war tactics, defeated the local tribes and settled here permanently. This period also saw the establishment of small Janpadas (republics) in Himachal Pradesh. They had a good relationship with the Mauryans, who made sure that they remain independent for a long time. Their independence lost with the rise of the Guptas in the North Gangetic plains.
After the decline of the Guptas, several small kingdoms fought with each other in order to establish their throne in the state till Himachal Pradesh was taken over by the British. The British established many hill stations in this region to protect themselves from the extreme summer of the northern plains in the summer. Shimla became the summer capital of India and even today, many old houses and buildings boast of the English grandeur. Himachal Pradesh, which had the status of a union territory after independence, was granted statehood in 1971.
Tourist Places in Himachal Pradesh
Kullu Tour
Kullu in Himachal Pradesh India is known as the valley of the gods. The small town of Kullu is famous for its temples, apple orchards, and the annual Dussehra festival, which attracts a horde of tourists every year. Kullu is also renowned for its handicrafts. The other major attractions in the valley are the majestic Himalayan ranges and the Beas River.
Manali Tour
One of the most beautiful hill stations of the country and the state. Manali is basically a small town in the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. As the cradle of Himalayas, Manali is quite popular with tourists for its lavish display of virgin natural beauty. Rich in its scenic splendor, Manali draws millions of tourists from India as well as abroad every year.
Rohtang Pass Tour
The Rohtang Pass, quite close to Manali, is a site where one can view the most diverse landscapes. On one side,the lush green head of the Kullu Valley; on the other, an awesome vista of bare, brown mountains, hanging glaciers and snowfields that dazzle in the crisp daylight. The tough terrain in this part of Lahaul and Spiti keep iundisturbed from the urban chaos and lifestyle.
Chamba Tour
Chamba, a small yet a picturesque valley situated amidst the Shivalik ranges, is famous for its medieval temples. The architecture of the temples of Chamba glorify the rulers. It is also known for its local festivals.
Shimla Tour
Shimla, one of India's most famous hill stations, and the former summer capital of India, derives its name from Goddess Shyamala, an incarnation of Goddess Kali, the deity of power and wrath. Shimla is a perfect haven for those in search of tranquility and peace. You can also enjoy the gardens, markets and a joyful ride uotp Shimla by Kalka Shimla toy train.
Dharamshala Tour
Set against the magnificent backdrop of the towering Dhauladhar ranges, which rise up to more than 4,000 meters, Dharamshala, which literally means 'the Holy Refuge', lies perched up on the high slopes in the upper reaches of the Kangra valley. Founded in 1855, it is one of the 80 hill resorts developed in the seventeenth century by the British to beat the heat and dust of the sweltering plains. Today, it is famous as the abode of the Dalai Lama and is known throughout the world as the Little Lhasa, because of the large number of Tibetans and their 'Government in Exile', which is headquartered here.
There are many more tourist destinations dotting the state of Himachal Pradesh. When you opt for a Tour to Himachal Pradesh India then you come to know about this unbelievable fact that the state has innumerable hill stations and pilgrims owing to its ideal location between the great Himalayas.
How to Reach Himachal Pradesh
The three airports of the state at Bhuntar, Gaggal, and Jubbarhatti connect the state with Delhi and Chandigarh with regular flights. There is no international airport in Himachal Pradesh.
Due to the hilly terrain and high altitudes within the state, only few places in Himachal Pradesh are connected by trains. The longest railway line is from Pathankot in Punjab to Jogindernagar in Himachal Pradesh. Other railway tracks touch Shimla, Solan, and Una.
Most of the major places in the state are connected with a good road network. Some of the roads are closed during the winter and monsoon seasons due to the heavy snowfall and landslides that occur in this region regularly.
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