Shimla Manali Holiday – 5 Nights / 6 Days

Trip overview

This classic hill circuit pairs Shimla’s colonial charm with Manali’s mountain adventures. It’s ideal for families and honeymooners, and in winter it’s the most reliable way to see snow from North India.

Highlights

• The Mall Road, the Ridge and Christ Church in Shimla
• Snow and views at Kufri
• River rafting in Kullu (seasonal) and the Kullu shawl factories
• Solang Valley, the Atal Tunnel and Sissu

Day-wise itinerary

Day 1: Chandigarh to Shimla (about 3.5 hours)

Pick-up in Chandigarh and drive up to Shimla. Evening stroll on the Mall Road and the Ridge. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 2: Kufri and Shimla sightseeing

Morning excursion to Kufri for horse rides, the Himalayan Nature Park and snow in winter. Afternoon visit to Jakhu Temple and Christ Church. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 3: Shimla to Manali (about 8 hours)

A scenic drive along the Beas River via Mandi, the Pandoh Dam and Kullu, with optional river rafting and shawl shopping. Overnight in Manali.

Day 4: Solang Valley and Atal Tunnel

Drive through the Atal Tunnel to Sissu in the Lahaul valley, then return to Solang Valley for paragliding, ropeway and snow activities (at your own cost). Overnight in Manali.

Day 5: Manali local sightseeing

Visit Hadimba Temple, Vashisht hot springs, the Tibetan Monastery and Old Manali. Evening at leisure on Mall Road. Overnight in Manali.

Day 6: Manali to Chandigarh (about 8 hours)

After breakfast, drive back to Chandigarh for your onward journey.

Good to know

• Rohtang Pass can be added in season with a government permit, which is limited and issued per vehicle per day.
• After heavy snowfall, roads to Solang and the Atal Tunnel may close temporarily; your driver will plan around the conditions.
• Prefer a shorter drive? Fly into Bhuntar (Kullu) and fly out of Shimla instead.

Package FAQs

Can this package start from Delhi?

Yes. We can add a Delhi pick-up by private cab or book an overnight Volvo bus to and from Manali.

Is snow guaranteed in winter?

Snow depends on the weather, but between December and February you will usually find it at Kufri, Solang Valley or beyond the Atal Tunnel.