Himachal Pradesh, India
Shimla Manali Couple Special
Overview
Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India's northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it's a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It's also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass.
Highlights
Day by Day
The Itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Ahmedabad to Chandigarh via train (overnight).
- 2
Day 2
Chandigarh to Shimla, local sightseeing; lunch, dinner, overnight stay.
- 3
Day 3
Shimla / Kufri: Green Valley, Mall Road, St. Christ Church, The Ridge, Jakhoo Temple.
- 4
Day 4
Shimla → Kullu → Manali; optional rafting; dinner and overnight.
- 5
Day 5
Manali Snow Point: Anjani Mahadev Temple, Atal Tunnel, Solang Valley; bonfire and music party.
- 6
Day 6
Jogini Waterfall trek, Vashist Temple, hot springs, Hadimba Temple, Mall Road.
- 7
Day 7
Manali to Chandigarh; overnight train.
- 8
Day 8
Arrive Ahmedabad for onward travel.
What's Included
- AC transfers from Chandigarh
- 3 nights Manali + 2 nights Shimla accommodation
- 1 lunch, 5 breakfasts, 5 dinners
- Jogini Waterfall trekking, bonfire, music
- Tolls, parking, taxes, fuel, driver allowance
Not Included
- Personal expenses (laundry, calls, tips, mineral water, drinks)
- Rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy rides
- Entrance fees and guide charges
- Costs from natural calamities or strikes
- Fuel / tax increases
- Travel insurance
- Any unlisted items
