300 kmRoad distance from Chandigarh
8–9 hoursBy cab from Chandigarh
2,050 mHeight above sea level (6,726 ft)
Mar–Jun & Oct–FebIdeal months for summer & snow

Manali Tour Package from Ahmedabad: quick answer

A Manali trip from Ahmedabad takes 3 nights and 4 days and costs from ₹9,990 per person (two people sharing a room, GST extra). Fly from Ahmedabad to Chandigarh in about 2 hours. Our private cab drives you to Manali, takes you to Solang Valley, the Atal Tunnel, Sissu and Kullu, and drops you back on Day 4.

Key facts
Duration3 nights / 4 days
Price per person₹9,990 Standard · ₹10,990 Deluxe · ₹16,800 Premium (twin sharing, GST 5% extra)
Starts and endsChandigarh airport, railway station or bus stand
From AhmedabadDirect flight to Chandigarh, about 2 hours (there is no train to Manali)
Chandigarh to Manali300 km, 8–9 hours by road
Best timeMarch–June for adventure; December–February for snow; avoid July–September
IncludedHotel, breakfast and dinner, private cab, Manali, Solang, Atal Tunnel and Kullu visits
Not includedFlights, lunch, Rohtang permit, paragliding, rafting and other activities
Day-wise plan

Manali itinerary: 3 nights, 4 days

Mountain weather decides the order. If a road closes for snow or rain, your driver just switches the days.

Day1

Chandigarh → Manali

300 km8–9 hours
  • Photo stops at Sundernagar lake and along the Beas
  • Lunch on the highway, check in at Manali by evening
Mountain road through a valley below snowy peaks on the way to Manali
Pickup
Chandigarh airport, railway station or bus stand
Drop
Your hotel in Manali
Meals
Dinner
Night stay
Manali
Day2

Manali local sightseeing

Within 10 kmHalf to full day
  • Hadimba Devi Temple and the Van Vihar forest park
  • Vashisht village temple and its hot springs
  • Manu Temple and a walk through Old Manali
  • Evening at the Tibetan Monastery and Mall Road
Tiered wooden roof of Hadimba Temple among snow-covered deodar trees in Manali
Pickup
Your hotel, after breakfast
Drop
Back at your hotel
Meals
Breakfast & dinner
Night stay
Manali
Day3

Solang Valley · Atal Tunnel · Sissu

Solang 14 kmSissu ~40 kmFull day
  • Solang Valley adventure (you pay on the spot)
  • Drive the 9.02 km Atal Tunnel, opened in 2020
  • Sissu waterfall and the Chandra river bank
  • Swap for Rohtang Pass (May–Nov) with a government permit, at extra cost
Tourists playing on wide snowy slopes with mountains behind, at a snow point near Manali
Pickup
Your hotel, after breakfast
Drop
Back at your hotel
Meals
Breakfast & dinner
Night stay
Manali
Day4

Kullu · Rafting → Chandigarh

300 km8–9 hours
  • Rafting near Kullu in season (you pay on the spot)
  • Visit a Kullu shawl weaving unit and shop
  • Drop at your Chandigarh hotel, the airport or the station
Small wooden footbridge over a river with snowy banks and mountains near Manali
Pickup
Your hotel, after breakfast (check-out)
Drop
Chandigarh airport, railway station or hotel
Meals
Breakfast
Night stay
Trip ends
Pickup, drop & travel

How do I reach Manali from Ahmedabad?

Best way from Ahmedabad

Fly to Chandigarh, and we drive you up the valley

✈️ By flight

A direct flight from Ahmedabad to Chandigarh takes about 2 hours. Book it to Chandigarh, because your Manali trip starts and ends there.

🚆 By train

There is no train to Manali. The overnight Rajdhani from Ahmedabad to New Delhi takes about 14 hours, and the long road trip still lies ahead. For a 4-day holiday, flying saves you almost two days.

🚗 Our cab

Our driver meets you at Chandigarh airport, the railway station or the bus stand. The same cab stays with you all 4 days and drops you back.

💡 Choose a flight that lands in Chandigarh by 11 am and you reach Manali the same evening. If you land late, we book one night in Chandigarh first.

Pickup & drop

Where we pick you up and drop you

Pickup points

Arrivals at Chandigarh airport, Chandigarh railway station, ISBT Sector 43 or 17, or any hotel in Chandigarh, Mohali or Panchkula.

Route

Chandigarh → Kiratpur → Bilaspur → Mandi → Kullu → Manali, with most of it on the new four-lane highway.

Tip

An Ahmedabad flight that lands before 11 am lets you do the whole drive in daylight.

Sightseeing

Which places are on your Manali trip?

The big names are Hadimba Temple, Solang Valley, the Atal Tunnel, Sissu, the Vashisht hot springs, Old Manali and, from May to November, Rohtang Pass.

Everything except Rohtang is in your plan, and Rohtang can be added with a permit. More nearby places are listed below.

Day 2

Hadimba Devi Temple

Built in 1553 inside a deodar forest, this wooden temple honours Hidimba, the wife of Bhima in the Mahabharata.

🕒 1 hr🎟️ Free
Day 3

Solang Valley

Manali's adventure hub, 14 km from town. Summer means paragliding, the ropeway and ATV rides; winter means snow play and skiing.

🕒 3–4 hrs🪂 Activities cost extra
Day 3

Atal Tunnel & Sissu

At about 3,000 m, the 9.02 km Atal Tunnel connects Manali with Lahaul all year. Across it, Sissu offers a waterfall, a lake and big snowy views.

🕒 4–5 hrs🚗 In your own cab
Optional

Rohtang Pass

A high pass at 3,978 m (13,050 ft) that holds snow into early summer. It opens from about May to November, needs a permit for a limited number of cars a day, and stays shut on Tuesdays.

🕒 Full day📝 Permit costs extra
Day 2

Vashisht Hot Springs

A village 3 km from Manali where natural hot water rises from the ground beside old stone temples. Men and women bathe in separate pools.

🕒 1 hr🎟️ Free
Day 2

Old Manali

Manali's old village of apple farms, wooden homes and the Manu Temple. Its riverside cafés serve trout, pizza and food from many cuisines.

🕒 2–3 hrs☕ Great for cafés

Other places close by

Jogini Falls
An easy 2–3 km walk from Vashisht, through orchards, to a tall waterfall.
Naggar Castle
A stone-and-wood castle about 550 years old, 21 km away, with an art gallery next door.
Mall Road
The lively main street for woollens, momos and shopping.
Tibetan Monastery
The bright Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa, a short walk from Mall Road.
Kothi & Gulaba
Snow points on the Rohtang road, handy when Solang is packed.
Manikaran Sahib
A gurudwara with hot springs in the Parvati Valley, 80 km away. Easy to add as an extra day.
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Experiences

What is there to do in Manali?

Paraglide at Solang, play in the snow from December to March, cross the Atal Tunnel, raft the Beas near Kullu, soak in the Vashisht springs and unwind in Old Manali's cafés.

🪂

Paragliding at Solang

Fly tandem with a trained pilot, from a short hop to a longer flight from a higher take-off point.

Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
❄️

Snow activities

Try skiing, snow scooters or tube slides at Solang, Gulaba or Sissu.

Dec – Mar
🚣

Rafting on the Beas

Grade II–III rapids near Kullu that suit first-timers.

Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
🏔️

Cross the Atal Tunnel

Go from green Kullu to bare, rocky Lahaul in about 10 minutes.

All year, weather permitting
♨️

Relax in the hot springs

The sulphur pools at Vashisht feel best on a chilly evening.

All year
☕

Café crawl in Old Manali

Riverside tables, live music and fresh Beas trout.

All year
🥾

Short treks

Walk to Jogini Falls, Lamadugh meadow or through the Van Vihar forest.

Apr – Nov
🧣

Take home a Kullu shawl

Hand-woven shawls and caps with the valley's famous patterned borders.

All year
Weather

Which month is best for a Manali trip from Ahmedabad?

March to June is best: Manali stays at 10 to 25°C while Gujarat is at its hottest. October brings clear skies and the Kullu Dussehra fair, close to the Diwali vacation. For snow, go from December to February. Skip July to September, when heavy rain causes landslides.

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Peak seasonSnow seasonGood, fewer crowdsMonsoon
Season by season

Manali through the seasons

How warm or cold it gets, and what each season suits.

Summer · Mar–Jun

10°C – 25°C

Paragliding, rafting and Rohtang (from about mid-May) are all running. Pleasant days and the year's biggest crowds.

Ideal for adventure and families

Monsoon · Jul–Sep

14°C – 22°C

Green and calm, but landslides can shut the Kullu–Manali highway, and adventure sports stop.

Go only if your dates are flexible

Winter · Dec–Feb

-5°C – 10°C

Snow in town and deep snow at Solang and Sissu. Roads past Solang can close after a fresh fall.

Ideal for snow and honeymoons
What you pay for

What is included and what is not

Included

  • Three nights in Manali in the hotel category you choose
  • Breakfast and dinner every day
  • Private cab from Chandigarh and back, and for all sightseeing
  • Fuel, toll, parking, state entry tax and driver charges
  • Help on call throughout the trip

Not included

  • GST (5%)
  • Air or train tickets
  • Rohtang permit, and the local taxi to Rohtang on days private cabs are not allowed
  • Paragliding, rafting, ropeway and snow sports
  • Lunch, snacks, entry fees and personal spending
  • Snow chains or a local 4x4 when the roads call for it
Stay options

Pick your hotel level

Same plan, three levels of comfort. You see hotel names and photos before you pay.

★★★

Standard

  • Clean 3-star hotels with good guest reviews
  • Close to Mall Road or on Log Huts Road
  • Suits budget groups
₹9,990 per person, twin sharing
★★★★

Deluxe

  • Balcony rooms facing the mountains
  • In calmer areas such as Aleo or Prini
  • Most popular with our guests
₹10,990 per person, twin sharing
★★★★★

Premium

  • Luxury resorts and private cottages by the river
  • Spa, heated pools and river views
  • Perfect for honeymooners
₹16,800 per person, twin sharing
Before you go

Good to know before your Manali trip

🧥

Pack warm clothes

Nights stay cold all year, and Solang and Sissu are colder than town. Snow boots and suits are easy to hire there.

📝

Rohtang needs a permit in advance

Only a fixed number of vehicles get online permits each day. We apply the moment you confirm.

🚦

Leave early on Day 3

In peak season, Solang and the Atal Tunnel jam up by late morning, so set off by 8 am.

🌧️

Watch the weather

A day of fresh snow or heavy rain can shut roads. Keep the plan flexible and your driver will reorder the days.

💊

Height and winding roads

Sissu and Rohtang are high up. Drink plenty of water, take it slow and carry tablets for the bends.

🏧

Carry some cash

Past Solang, mobile signal and card machines are patchy. Keep cash for activities and snacks.

🪔

Book Diwali trips early

The Gujarat Diwali vacation is one of the busiest times in Manali. Flights from Ahmedabad and good hotels fill up, so lock your dates about two months ahead.

FAQs

Manali trip from Ahmedabad: questions people ask

Are 3 nights enough to enjoy Manali?

Yes. You get a relaxed day in town, one full day of snow and adventure, and an easy drive back through Kullu. With more time, add Kasol and Manikaran, or add Shimla.

How long is the drive to Manali?

Chandigarh to Manali is about 300 km, or 8 to 9 hours on a good highway. Delhi to Manali is about 540 km (12 to 13 hours). So the trip starts and ends in Chandigarh.

Is there a direct flight from Ahmedabad?

Yes. Direct flights from Ahmedabad to Chandigarh take about 2 hours, and our driver meets you at the airport. A few flights also go to Bhuntar (Kullu), but they cost more and are often affected by weather.

When is there snow in Manali?

Manali town and Solang get snow from December to February. From March to June you find snow at Rohtang Pass and beyond the Atal Tunnel. From July to November it stays only on the high peaks.

Is Rohtang Pass included?

No. Rohtang needs a separate government permit and is usually open from about May to November, closed on Tuesdays. We can take you to Rohtang in place of the Atal Tunnel for an extra charge, if a permit is available.

Is this package good for a honeymoon?

Yes. Pick our Deluxe or Premium hotels, and we can add a candlelight dinner, a flower-decorated room and a cake. Just tell us when you book.

Can we get Gujarati or Jain food in Manali?

Hotels in Manali mostly cook North Indian food, and Mall Road has pure vegetarian restaurants. Tell us early if you need Jain food without onion and garlic, and we choose hotels that can make it.

When is the best holiday for a Manali trip from Ahmedabad?

Summer vacation (May and June) is perfect for snow beyond the Atal Tunnel and adventure at Solang. The Diwali vacation (October and November) brings clear skies. December and January bring snow in town. Diwali dates sell out fast, so book about two months early.

How much does a Manali trip from Ahmedabad cost?

The package costs ₹9,990 per person with Standard hotels, ₹10,990 with Deluxe and ₹16,800 with Premium, for two people sharing a room. GST is extra. Also budget for your return flight between Ahmedabad and Chandigarh, lunch, and activities such as paragliding or the Rohtang permit.

How far is Manali from Ahmedabad?

By road, Manali is roughly 1,450 km from Ahmedabad, about a day and a half of driving. Most travellers fly to Chandigarh in about 2 hours and do the last 300 km with our cab.

Can we add Shimla or Kasol to this trip?

Yes. Choose the 5 Nights 6 Days Shimla Manali Tour (from ₹12,950 per person) or the 4 Nights 5 Days Manali Kasol Manikaran Tour (from ₹13,999 per person). Both begin near Chandigarh, so the Ahmedabad flight plan stays the same.

How does booking work?

Send us your dates and group size on WhatsApp. We share a full plan with hotel options and the price, and you pay only once you are happy with it.

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