Himachal Hill Stations & Adventure: Shimla & Manali – 6D/5N
Overview
Journey through colonial Shimla and vibrant Manali in 6 days. Stroll Mall Road, explore Kufri’s peaks, drive through Kullu Valley, and dive into Solang’s adventure sports—all wrapped in Himalayan charm.
Highlights
- Mall Road & The Ridge walk
- Kufri horse ride & Nature Park
- Scenic Kullu Valley drive
- River rafting in Kullu (optional)
- Solang Valley adventure sports
- Hadimba Temple & Vashisht Hot Springs
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Shimla
Drive from Chandigarh/Kalka (3.5–4.5h) and check in. Evening: Mall Road stroll, The Ridge, Scandal Point & Christ Church. Dinner at Café Simla Times. Overnight in Shimla.
Day 2: Kufri & Local Sightseeing
Breakfast at hotel. Kufri: horse ride to Mahasu Peak & Himalayan Nature Park. Back in Shimla: Jakhoo Temple by ropeway, then Tara Devi Temple or IIAS. Overnight in Shimla.
Day 3: Transfer to Manali
Drive via Sundernagar Lake, Pandoh Dam & Kullu Valley (7–8h). Optional: river rafting in Kullu & visit Vaishno Devi Temple. Check in to Manali hotel & rest. Overnight in Manali.
Day 4: Solang Valley / Atal Tunnel / Snow Adventure
Solang Valley: paragliding, zorbing & ropeway. Optional: visit Atal Tunnel & Sissu. In winter: Snow Point or Rohtang Pass (permit required). Overnight in Manali.
Day 5: Local Manali Sightseeing
Hadimba Temple & cedar forest. Manu Temple, Club House & Vashisht Hot Springs. Tibetan Monastery & Van Vihar. Old Manali cafés (e.g., Café 1947). Overnight in Manali.
Day 6: Departure
Breakfast & checkout. Drive back to Chandigarh/Kullu for onward journey. Optional: shopping for woolens, jams & dry fruits.
Trip Details
- Hotel stays & breakfast
- All transfers
- Guided sightseeing
- Entry fees & ropeways
What Travelers Say
Real experiences from our amazing travelers
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New York, USA
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Mumbai, India
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Singapore
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Barcelona, Spain
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Delhi, India
FAQs
No—it can be arranged as an optional activity.
No—you need to secure permits separately in winter.
Warm layers, sturdy shoes, and sun protection.