Introduction
Himachal is a travelers paradise - full of snow peaks, deep gorges, lush green valleys, majestic rivers, mountain lakes, temples and monasteries. Shimla, Kullu, Manali and adjoining Manikaran has it all that Himahal has to offer.
Duration: 6 Nights/7 days
Itinerary
Day 1:
Delhi - Manali (580 kms/14 hrs). Overnight Journey by Ac Luxury Bus.
Day 2:
Arrive in Manali (0900 hours - Approx). Pick-up from Manali Bus Stand and transfer to hotel. HOTEL CHECK-IN TIME 1200 HOURS. Rest of morning to relax at leisure. Afternoon local sightseeing tour of Manali visiting The Hadimba Temple, The Dhungri Temple, The Vashisht Hot Sulphur Springs, the Mountaineering Institute, Nehru Kund & The Mall followed by overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3:
Full day excursion tour to "snow point", Rohtang pass (Tuesday closed) on the way visiting Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi (Upto Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley the best ski slopes of Himachal. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4:
Morning tour to Naggar Castle: 28 km, situated on the left bank of the Beas Naggar was the capital of the Kullu Rajas. There are a famous temples in and around Naggar. Artist Nicholas Roerich's art gallery is also worth visiting.
Day 5:
Afternoon free for self paced activities. Morning drive from Manali to Shimla (280 kms/8-9 hrs) visiting Kullu town on the way and visiting the famous Kullu Shawl Industry. Later drive to Manikaran which has the World’s hottest Suplhur Spring Waters and is a holy place for Hindus & Sikhs. Continue drive to Shimla. Upon arrival check in to the hotel.
Day 6:
Full day excursion to Fagu. Naldhera, Kufri and Tattapani.
Day 7:
Morning local city tour of Shimla, visiting places like Institute of Advance Studies, Sankat Mochan and Taradevi Temple. Later transfer to Shimla bus stand to board Volvo Bus for Delhi. Leave Shimla at 2030 hrs by luxury AC bus.