Tour Overview
A Shimla–Manali trip beautifully blends nature, adventure, and culture, starting with Shimla’s lively Lakkar Bazaar known for its charming wooden handicrafts, followed by the serene Himalayan Nature Park that offers glimpses of local wildlife and mountain landscapes. The Indira and Gandhi Statue viewpoints showcase Shimla’s colonial heritage along with sweeping Himalayan views, while the Kufri tour and the scenic Green Valley viewpoint add refreshing greenery and misty mountain panoramas. As the journey continues to Manali, you pass through the impressive 5-minute-long tunnel before arriving at the Snow Point for thrilling snow activities. Manali’s spiritual and cultural side unfolds with the rejuvenating Vashishth hot sulphur bath, the ancient Hadimba Temple surrounded by cedar forests, and the peaceful Tibetan Monastery. A relaxing walk through Van Vihar, fun moments at the Club House, and the excitement of river rafting complete this memorable hill-station holiday with a perfect mix of sightseeing and adventure.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 – Shimla
Arrival in Shimla & Local Visit
Arrive in Shimla and check-in to your hotel. After refreshment, enjoy a relaxed walk around the town.
Visit:
Lakkar Bazaar (wooden handicrafts & souvenirs)
Indira Gandhi Statue View Point
Mall Road & Ridge Shimla
Spend the evening enjoying café food and pleasant cool climate.
Day 2 – Himalayan Nature Park, Green Valley View Point
Kufri Excursion
After breakfast, proceed for a day trip to Kufri.
Highlights:
Kufri Tour (Yak ride / Horse ride / Snow fun depending on season)
Himalayan Nature Park
Green Valley View Point
Return to Shimla for leisure and shopping.
Day 3 – Forest valleys, Himalayan mountains
Shimla ,Manali
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a scenic drive to Manali via:
Forest valleys
Himalayan mountains
Small hill villages
Check in at hotel and relax.
Day 4 – Atal Tunnel
Snow Point & Atal Tunnel Experience
After breakfast, enjoy a thrilling high-altitude experience:
Pass through the 05 Minute Long Atal Tunnel
Visit Snow Point (Solang Valley / Sissu / Rohtang — depending on weather and permits)
Enjoy adventure activities (optional):
Snow games
Paragliding
ATV Ride
Skiing (seasonal)
Return to Manali.
Day 5 – Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashishth
Manali Local Sightseeing & Adventure
After breakfast, explore Manali sightseeing and adventure places:
Vashishth Hot Water Springs / Bath
Hadimba Devi Temple
Tibetan Monastery
Van Vihar National Park
Club House
River Rafting at Kullu (on route, optional)
Evening free for shopping at Mall Road.
Day 6 – Chandigarh
Departure
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Chandigarh with unforgettable Himalayan memories.
**5 N / 6 D**
**Shimla**
