Drive from Chandigarh airport to Shimla via Pinjore Gardens, also known as Yadavindra Gardens. On arrival in Shimla, check in at the hotel for an overnight stay.

In the morning, have breakfast and proceed for an excursion to Chail and Kufri. Visit Chail Palace in Chail. Kufri is popular for its trekking trails and hiking. The pine-scented air and the beautiful views around are the attractions of this serene hill resort. In the afternoon, proceed to the Great Himalayan National Park, famous in Kurfi. Return to Shimla and visit Scandal Point, Johnnie's Wax Museum, and the Mall Road to explore some items and eateries, as well as the Christ Church of Shimla. Return to the hotel in Shimla for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Dalhousie. Arrive by late afternoon and check into the hotel. Evenings are free for recreation, such as shopping at Gandhi Chowk the Mall Road of Dalhousie or Subash Chowk. Overnight stay at Dalhousie.

After breakfast, start the local sightseeing tour and visit Panjpulla, Daikund Peak, also known as the 'valley of flowers', Pholani Mata Temple, and Khalatop Wildlife Sanctuary. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, leave for Khajjiar, known as the 'Mini Switzerland' of India. Visit the Khajji Nag Temple, which dates from the 12th century A. D. Return to Dalhousie by late afternoon or evening and relax. Overnight stay at Dalhousie.

Check out and drive to Dharamshala after breakfast. Arrive in Dharamshala by afternoon and check into the hotel in McLeod Ganj. Later, visit the Buddha temple, the present abode of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. Also visit the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA). Visit the Tibetan Handicrafts Centre in McLeod Ganj if time permits. Overnight stay at Dharmashala.

After breakfast, proceed for sightseeing in Dharamshala. Visit the War Memorial, Dharamkot Village, Dal Lake, Naddi Village, Bhagsunag Temple and Falls, St. John's in the Wilderness Church, and Durveshwar Mahadev Temple. Naddi is also the starting point for the trek to Kareri Lake, Guna Devi Temple, and Triund Hill. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out and drive to Palampur; en route, visit the Palampur Tea Gardens. Arrive in Palampur and check into the hotel. Later, visit Baijnath, an ancient temple of the 9th century built in stone. Also visit Bir (1400 m), which is a sort of amphitheatre of low hills, best for paragliding. There are some Buddhist monasteries as well, and fine Tibetan handicrafts are also produced here. Overnight stay at Palampur.

After an early breakfast, drive to Kasauli. Arrive by late afternoon and check into the hotel. Visit the highest point in Kasauli, called Monkey (Manki) Point, which provides an excellent view of Chandigarh's distant plains. Return to the hotel in Kasauli in the evening for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to Chandigarh. If time permits, explore the city by paying a visit to the Sukhna Lake and Rock Garden, a sculpture garden, and then drive to the airport to catch the flight home.