Sikh religion prevaols with dignity in Himachal Pradesh. The state holds a strong religious connect, thus here one can see many Gurudwaras, which are well-protected and are carrying forward the rich legacy of prayer and religious activities. Since the state is home to more than 50 gurudwaras, its impossible to visit to each one them and that is why Tour My India has designed a tour called 'Gurudwara Tour Of Himachal,' which offers a perfect introduction to Himchal Pradesh's holy highlights and top attractions. This action packaedsix day tour from Chandigarh will take you to Himachal's Sikh history. With the guides, you will visit Gurudwara Fatehgarh Sahib in Chandigarh; Gurudwara Rewalsar Sahib in Rewalsar; and Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara in Kullu. Your guided tour will also include a visit to the Chandigarh attractions, and overnight stay in a comfortable hotel, For more details, go through the detailed itinerary mentioned below.
Itinerary
Arrive Chandigarh
On arrival in Chandigarh, meet our representative, who will transfer you to a hotel. In the evening, you will go for a city tour and explore Rock Garden, Pinjore Garden, and Museum. Dinner and overnight stay at the Chandigarh hotel.
Chandigarh
Post breakfast, visit the Gurudwara Fatehgarh Sahib, which is a complex that consists of several Gurudwaras linked to the sahibzadas (younger sons) of Guru Gobind Singh. Further, visit the Gurudwara Jyoti Saroop, the place where the mortal remains of Mata Gujri, Guru Gobind Singh's mother and his two younger sons, Fateh Singh, and Zorawar Singh were cremated. Also, you will visit the Gurudwara Shaheed Ganj, which was made to commemorate the martyrs who were killed by the tyrannical Mughals. Dinner and overnight stay at the Chandigarh hotel.
Chandigarh – Rewalsar
Drive to Rewalsar, a hilly hamlet located in Himachal Pradesh. Upon arrival in Chandigarh, you will be transferred to a hotel and then visit the Gurudwara Rewalsar Sahib. It is said that Guru Gobind Singh visited Rewalsaron the occasion ofBaisakhi to meet Raja Siddh Sen of Mandi and some other local hill chiefs to discuss their troubles with Aurangzeb. Dinner and overnight stay at the Rewalsar hotel.
Rewalsar – Manikaran
After a hearty meal at the hotel, drive to Manikaran. On arrival at Manikaran, check-in at the hotel and then in the afternoon visit the Manikaran Gurudwara. According to the legends, the founder of Sikhism, Guru Nanak, came to this place in 15 Asu 1574 Bikrami with his disciple Bhai Mardana. Mardana felt hungry, and they had no food. Guru Nanak sent Mardana to collect food for the langar (the Community Kitchen). Many people donated atta (flour) to make Roti(bread). The one problem was that there was no fire to cook the food. Guru Nanak asked Mardana to lift a stone, and he complied, and a hot spring appeared. As directed by Guru Nanak, Mardana put the rolled chapatis in the spring to his despair the chapattis sank. Guru Nanak then told him to pray to God saying that if his chapattis float back, then he would donate one chapatti in his name. When he prayed, all the chapattis started floating duly baked. Guru Nanak said that anyone who donates in the name of God, his drowned items floated back. Locals say that if you take a bath in the hot spring, all your diseases will be cured. Overnight stay in Manikaran.
Manikaran – Mandi
After breakfast, drive to Mandi. On arrival at Mandi, check in the hotel and to visit Gurudwara Sri Guru Gobind Singh. It is said that Guru Gobind Singh visited this places and stayed for 6 Months 19 days. Overnight stay in Mandi.
Mandi departs
Last day of the tour.Post breakfast at the hotel, drive towards the destination.
