About the trip
This is a very popular itinerary for Himachal Pradesh where guests combine two popular destinations of Himachal Pradesh i.e. Shimla (6000+ ft asl) and Manali (6500+ ft asl) with Chandigarh as the access point.
Accommodation
Ashiana Clarks Inn, Shimla
3 nights in Shimla
Negis Hotel Mayflower
4 nights in Manali
Hotel Corporate Inn
1 nights in Chandigarh
Included in the price
Shimla
- Intercity transfer and Sightseeing by AC Indigo. Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
Shimla
- Intercity transfer and Sightseeing by AC Indigo. Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
Day-wise Itinerary
ExpandDay 01 : Chandigarh To Shimla.
Visit Mall area Arrive at Chandigarh and proceed to Shimla (120 kms - 3 hours). Enroute visit Pinjore Gardens, time permitting. Afternoon / Evening visit to the Mall area. Sightseeing around Mall area comprise Christ Church, Vice Regal Lodge and Indian Institute of Advanced studies.
Day 02 : Excursion Around Shimla
Day excursion to places around Shimla such as Golf Course at Naldehra (20 kms), High altitude Zoo at Kufri (20 kms) and Chail Palace at Chail (50 kms). Return by late evening.
Day03 : Local Sightseeing Around Shimla
Shimla Proceed for local sightseeing in and around Shimla such as The ridge to walk along the Mall, Lakkar Bazaar, Jakhoo HIll, St. Michael's Cathedral, State Museum, Kali bari Temple, Hanuman Temple. Return by late evening. Guests interested in walking may opt for Taradevi Temple walk. Experiential traveller may opt for a heritage walk from Mall to Vice regal lodge. Adventure oriented guests may opt for Rafting at Tattapani. Naturalists, Trekkers, Painters and Bird watchers may head for Summer Hill, a wooded area 5 kms west of Shimla, excellent for views, trekking and bird watching.
Day 04 : Shimla To Manali
Proceed to Manali (6500+ ft asl, 260 kms - 7.5 hrs) via Mandi. Time permitting, visit to local sightseeing options such as Hadimba Temple, Vashisht hot water springs, Manu Temple and Arjun Gufa.
Day 05 : Rohtang Excursion.
Half-day excursion to Rohtang Pass (42 kms - 12000+ ft asl). Rohtang pass is one area where one may get snow in Summer. Guests enjoy snow experience. On the way back visit Solang Valley, hub of adventure sports in Manali such as Paragliding, Zorbing etc. Solang Valley turns into a Ski resort in Winter.
Day 06 : Manikaran Or Jana Waterfalls Excursion
Day excursion to Kullu Valley and Manikaran hotwater springs / Manikaran Sahib Gurdwara (80+ kms one way from Manali) or visit Jana waterfalls, a perennial waterfall at 40 kms from Manali (Jana waterfall is perennial and it is recommended to also have lunch at one of the Dhabas around here).
Day07 : White Water Rafting
Adventure oriented guests may opt for a White water rafting session in Winter. Guests arriving in Manali with a purpose of relaxing may just opt to do nothing and enjoy Himalayan views.
Day 08 : Manali To Chandigarh
Proceed to Chandigarh (292 kms - 8 hours). Arrive by evening .
Day09 : Departure To Chandigarh
Depart for onward journey.
Exclusions
Expand- All Local Taxes. Govt. Service Tax Extra as applicable Supplements may be applicable for Peak season dates, local festival periods and long weekends.
Terms and Conditions
Expand- The Package is valid for Indian Nationals Only.
- Per person rates (in Rs.) - applicable on 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
- Service Tax extra (as applicable)
- Transportation as per itinerary only (not available at disposal)
- The distance mentioned in the itinerary is correct however travel time depends on traffic and road condition.
- Itinerary is subject to change / swap without any prior notice
- Package rates are subject to change without prior notice
- The package cannot be combined with any other offer
- The above package is valid only on specific departure dates as mentioned
