Shimla Manali

6 Days   5 Nights

5 Nights Himachal Package is apt for families and couple, this tour is designed for leisure. All transportation from Chandigarh are done by personal cabs. The tour takes you to the “Queen of Hills” Shimla and Adventure Paradise of Manali. Where Shimla is rich in its pleasant weather, Colonial past and Victorian Architecture Manali offers beautiful views of snow-clad peaks, nice cultural insight of Himachal Pradesh, Apple Orchards, Kathkoni Architecture, temples and adventure sports. Our package is for the ones looking for a short vacation at leisure at an affordable prices...

Places Covered: Shimla – Jakhu Temple – Vice Regal Lodge – Birds Park – SankatMochan Temple – Mall Road– Sundernagar – Kullu – Manali – Hadimba Temple – Manu Temple – Old Manali – Club House – Monastery – Van Vihar – Mall Road – Solang Valley – Vashishth Temple...

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1:Delhi/Chandigarh to Shimla (350 Kms – 8 to 9 Hours)/ (120 Kms – 3 to 4 Hours)
Pick Up from Delhi/ChandigarhRailway Station/Air Port/ ISBT and transfer to Simla. The drive takes you via GT Road to Himalayan Expressway and onto Kalka Shimla Highway towards Shimla. The Road starts winding from Pinjore, offering scenic views of Hills and Valleys a8 hour drive will get you to Shimla. Overnight Stay in Shimla Hotel.

Day 2:Shimla Sightseeing (6 to 8 Hours)
After breakfast get ready for the full day excursion visit to “KUFRI”, a well known tourist spot in Shimla. Kufri is beautifully tucked on an altitude of 2,622 meter. The siteseeing will include Green valley, Wildflower Hall, Indira Holiday Home and Fagu. Evening will be free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town – “The Mall & THE RIDGE”. This large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges. Shimla's landmarks - the neo- gothic structure of Christ Church and the neo - Tudor library building - are worth seeing. Overnight stay at hotel.
Sightseeing for the day:
• Kufri
• Green Valley
• Chini Bungalow
• Mini Zoo
• Christ Church
• The Mall
• The Ridge
• Gaiety Theatre
• Scandal Point
• Kali Bari Temple
• Wood Market

Day 3:Shima To Manali (280 Kms – 8 to 10 Hours) On The Way Sightseeing.
Today is a long drive towards the capital of Adventure sports Manali, we start early around 8 Am in the morning and head towards Manali. On the way we halt for Lunch and after crossing Pandoh we stop for Rafting/Paragliding (Optional). We cross Kullu Town and visit Shawl Factories on the way. By evening we reach Manali, check in at the hotel. Overnight stay in Manali Hotel.

Day 4: Manali Local Sightseeing (4 to 6 Hours maybe more depending upon traffic)
After Breakfast we head out for a local visit of Manali Town, we visit Hadimba Mata Temple, Manu Temple Both these temples are centuries old and are perfect example of Khatkoni Architecture which is the traditional construction style of this region where Hadimba Mata is the Main deity of this region the Manu Temple is dedicated to Manu Rishi who also as per our Puraans is the creator of Humans, Located in Old Manali this temple is perched towards the top of the village and offers beautiful views of the mountains. The Old Manali Market is also one of the kind the place is famous for its awesome café’s and shops for buying hippie fashion clothing etc. is altogether a different zone, popular among backpackers and international tourist it’s a happening place for parties & Live Music , Club House is known for indoor games, adventure sports and handicraft shopping etc. , Tibetian Monastery is located in the main town and Manali Mall Road popular among the domestic tourist is famous for eateries and shopping, most of the essential items can easily be found here.

Day 5: Manali Sightseeing (4 to 6 Hours may be more depending upon traffic)
If regular Sightseeing is opted Sightseeing will cover:
Solang Valley – Vashishth Temple.
(Due to NGT’s Ruling we will not be able to take you to Rohtang Pass, there is a limited number of Vehicles allowed to go to Rohtang and obtaining the permit for the same cannot be guaranteed however we can arrange a visit for you to Rohtang Pass at an additional cost which will be as per actual).
After breakfast we shall be taking you to Solang Valley, which is famous for paragliding and beautiful view of Pir Panjal Ranges. On your way back visit Vashishth Temple famous for its hot water springs and old temple of Guru Vashishth, if you wish you can take a small hike to Jogini Water fall from here and after the visit head back to the Hotel, overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6: : Manali to Delhi (12 to 14 Hours – 540 Kms)/ (540 Kms – 12 to 14 Hours)
After breakfast check out from the Hotel and board your cab for the final leg of your memorable tour of the Himalayas. The drive is long so we recommend that you start latest by 7:00 Am in the morning towards Delhi.
The trip ends with Drop at Chandigarh/Delhi...

Inclusions:

Accommodation for 5 nights in Hotel on Double Sharing Basis.

5 Breakfast and 5 Dinners included in the package.

All Transfers by Personal Vehicle.

Sightseeing as per the itinerary .

All Vehicle related Expenses, Fuel, Toll, Tax, State Tax, Drivers TA/DA etc.

Check In and Check Out Time 12:00 Noon.

Exclusions:

Air Fare/Train Fair.

Extra Meals not mentioned and Meals during transit.

Entry fee of Monuments or Parks etc.

Personal Expenses.

Anything Not Mentioned in Inclusions.

Any other govt. fee or entry fee charged by NGT for restricted areas.