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6-Day Shimla and Manali Hill Station Tour with Kufri and Rohtang

6 Days Round trip from Chandigarh Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness breathtaking views of snow-clad mountains
02 Explore the alluring Solang Valley
03 Offer your prayers at Hidimba Temple and Vashisht Temple
04 Marvel at the natural beauty of Kufri hill station
05 Stroll through the city of Shimla
06 Visit Manali, the entry point to Spiti Valley

Discover the splendid hill stations of Himachal Pradesh on this six-day trip to Shimla and Manali. Begin in Shimla, the "Queen of Hills," known for its snow-capped peaks, old temples, green meadows, and curvy trails, with a visit to nearby Kufri for its unspoiled beauty. Continue to Manali, the entry point to Spiti Valley, where you will explore well-known sights such as the Hidimba Devi Temple and Vashisht Temple. This journey through Shimla and Manali is designed to rejuvenate your soul while showcasing the best of both destinations.

Discover the splendid hill stations of Himachal Pradesh on this six-day trip to Shimla and Manali.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chandigarh to Shimla Transfer

Connect with your tour guide, who will pick you up from Chandigarh airport or railway station and transfer you by road to Shimla.
On arrival, check in at the hotel in Shimla and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel in Shimla.

Day 02

Excursion to Kufri and Shimla Sightseeing

After breakfast, visit Kufri, which is situated at an altitude of 2,500 meters and is just a 2-hour drive from Shimla.
Later in the afternoon, visit the Zoological Park and Mall Road.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03

Shimla to Manali Journey

After breakfast, depart for Manali, a picture-perfect hill station at an altitude of 1,929 meters.
On arrival, check in at the hotel and spend the rest of the evening leisurely strolling through the Manali market.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 04

Manali Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, take a half-day local sightseeing tour of Manali, visiting the 450-year-old Hadimba Temple, Vashisht Temple, and Club House.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05

Rohtang Pass Excursion and Solang Valley Visit

Today morning, take a half-day excursion to Rohtang Pass or Rohtang Snow Point (closed on Tuesday).
On return, visit Solang Valley. You can opt for adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing, or skiing (subject to snow) on a direct payment basis.

Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 06

Manali to Chandigarh Drop-off

After breakfast, you will be dropped at Chandigarh airport or railway station for your return journey.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Chandigarh 3 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation as per the itinerary on a twin-sharing basis with a bed and breakfast plan
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle as per the program
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Two bottles of water per traveller per day
Travel documents
All taxes
English-speaking Indian tour guide

What's Not Included

International and domestic flights
Visa and insurance
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities (recommended)
Anything not mentioned or specified in the itinerary and inclusions

Know before you go

Rohtang Pass is 51 km, or about 2 hours, from Manali. It is not accessible for almost eight months of the year as it is covered by snow.
Guests are generally taken to the Snow Point on Rohtang Road, as permitted by the Border Security Force.
If Tuesday falls on this day, guests shall be taken to the Snow Point on some other day, as there are three nights in Manali.
Solang Valley is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley, 14 km northwest of the resort town of Manali on the way to Rohtang Pass, and is known for its summer and winter adventure activities.
Most commonly offered activities are parachuting, paragliding, skating, and zorbing.
Both Snow Point/Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley will be covered on the same day, and the visit is subject to weather conditions.
The visit is on a direct payment basis with a union cab.

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