Day 1
Chandigarh/Delhi → Shimla
Pickup and drive to Shimla. Check in to the hotel and take an evening walk on Mall Road and The Ridge. Overnight stay in Shimla.
5 Nights 6 Days Shimla Manali Tour
The classic Himachal trip — colonial Shimla and Kufri first, then the snow, temples and adventure of Manali and Solang Valley.
- ✓ 5 Nights / 6 Days
- ✓ Private cab throughout
- ✓ From ₹16,999 per person
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Duration5 Nights / 6 Days
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RouteChandigarh/Delhi → Shimla → Kufri → Manali → Solang → Chandigarh/Delhi
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Best SeasonMar–Jun & Oct–Feb
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Ideal ForHoneymoon, Families & First-timers
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Starting From₹16,999 / person
Overview
5 Nights 6 Days Shimla Manali Tour
This is the most popular way to see Himachal for the first time. Two nights in Shimla cover the Mall Road, The Ridge and a trip to Kufri. Three nights in Manali leave time for the town, Solang Valley and the Atal Tunnel.
The long drive from Shimla to Manali is kept on its own day, so no day feels rushed.
Good to know: this Shimla Manali Tour is the most-booked route in Himachal, and for good reason — it pairs a colonial hill town with an adventure base in one trip. Book your hotels early for May–June and December–January.
Day-wise itinerary
Your day-by-day plan
Day 2
Kufri & Shimla Sightseeing
Morning trip to Kufri for Mahasu Peak and snow activities (in season). Afternoon visit to Jakhu Temple and Christ Church. Overnight stay in Shimla.
Day 3
Shimla → Manali
Early start for the 7–9 hour drive to Manali along the Beas river, with photo stops on the way. Check in by evening. Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 4
Manali Local Sightseeing
Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht hot springs, Manu Temple and the cafes of Old Manali. Evening free for Mall Road. Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 5
Solang Valley & Atal Tunnel
Full day at Solang Valley for paragliding, ropeway and snow play (activities at own cost). Drive through the Atal Tunnel towards Sissu if the road is open. Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 6
Manali → Chandigarh/Delhi
Check out after breakfast and drive back for drop at Chandigarh or Delhi.
What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- Private cab for the full trip (as per booking)
- 2 nights hotel stay in Shimla and 3 nights in Manali
- Daily breakfast
- All sightseeing transfers as per itinerary
- Toll, parking and driver allowance
Not included
- Lunch and dinner
- Entry tickets, adventure activities and ropeway rides
- Personal expenses (shopping, tips, laundry, etc.)
- Travel insurance
- GST (5%)
- Extra cost from landslides, roadblocks or weather changes
- Anything not mentioned under Inclusions
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Moments from this trip
Good to know
A few tips before you travel
- Book early for May–June and December–January, when hotels fill fast
- Solang activities and the Atal Tunnel route depend on weather — keep Day 5 flexible
- Rohtang Pass needs a separate permit and is not part of this plan
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Your questions answered
Is 6 days enough for Shimla and Manali?
Yes. 2 nights in Shimla and 3 nights in Manali cover the main sights of both towns at a comfortable pace.
How long is the drive from Shimla to Manali?
About 250 km, which takes around 7–9 hours depending on traffic and weather.
Can we add Rohtang Pass?
Yes, we can add a Rohtang day with a permit when the pass is open (usually late May to October).
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