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Manali Trip – Himachal Pradesh [An Ultimate Travel Guide for Everyone]

One of the most popular tourist places in Northern India is situated in Kullu District, Himachal Pradesh on the banks of Beas River and at an altitude of 1950 Meters or 6500 Feet (approximately) Manali, Valley of Gods. The term stands for Manu (Manu Rishi) + Aali (Home) and I bet you his home (Manali ;)) is just MAGICAL in nature.

The place is ideal for families as well as young couples looking for some hide and seek with the flavor of romance on top of it. Manali is largely visited by the honeymoon couples (I did so, read my story Snow at Manali and Naggar | Honeymoon Trip ) and in summers people from all walks of life (children to old) come to Manali to seek pleasant weather from hot burning lands of Northern India.

Let's quickly dive into the details:

Manali Travel Guide

Manali is one of the oldest towns in Kullu Valley. The place surrounds with the aura of ROMANCE everywhere, right from the hustle-bustle of mall road to the very calm, traditional, foreigners dominated old Manali to the woods/villages around/beyond Manu temple to the walking path around Hadimba temple. It can easily be called one of the ROMANTIC destinations of India.

The Hadimba goddess runs the Manali town and is the center of worship of the people living at Manali. The mighty goddess also governs the tall mountains along with raw nature, and it’s only after her permission that one gets to enjoy this beautiful place to the core. When people think of Manali, the second keyword that comes is, of course, Rohtang Pass which no doubt is a must-visit place if you go to Manali.

Manali Weather

The weather in Manali offers a variety throughout the year. If you like the cold weather and snow, then you can enjoy winters from November to February. However, you can experience nice and pleasant Manali weather in summers from March to October.

I recommend that you avoid traveling to Manali in the month monsoons, late July to August and nowadays some part of September as well. Landslides and flooding are common on Delhi to Manali highway in monsoon time. You do not want to get stuck in the middle of it. Although July-August experience rainfall but this place has again, it’s unique beauty when it rains 🙂

Hence, the best time to visit Manali is March to June when the heat is burning the low lands of Northern India. Then during the autumn season from the middle of September to late October is also a nice time to visit it. However, during the Dusherra festival, the Kullu region gets very crowded.

If you are fond of snow or snowfall, then visit Manali from late December to March for enjoying the snow in Manali, Rohtang Pass, or Solang Valley. You may witness snowfall also in January and February, depending on the weather at the time of the visit.

No doubt it is one of the top places to see snowfall near Delhi in Himachal .

What is the best time to visit Manali

April to June is the best time to visit Manali, but do keep in mind that in summers (April-June), people from most Northern parts of India invade this place like anything and seeing the Mall road in the evening can cause serious shiver in your head. It’s almost you are in Trade Fair of Pragati Maidan, Delhi 😆

But if you enjoy it, then it’s an awesome time to visit Manali. Also, you can take the shelter in Old Manali in such extreme cases, which is far off from the hustle-bustle of the (over) crowd. Right from accommodation to food to shopping to taxi/auto fares, everything is costly in this peak season summer holidays in the Himalayas .

If you are looking for adventure sports then, hit for skiing December to February season is the best time and for rafting May to September would do good. All of you who seeks Paragliding in Manali, it’s always dependent on the weather on the current day of the year 🙂

What about Honeymoon in Manali?

For a honeymoon, of course, if you get married in winters, then late November to February is the best time to be in Manali. It is one of those places where you can find snow easily in winter months.

You get an additional benefit of the heavy discounts, being off-season topped with less number of tourists. Finally, you get to see similar love birds thronging the region of Manali and Solang Valley.

Hence, without any doubt, Manali does get to my list of best honeymoon places in Himachal .

What time to avoid?

Do avoid Durga Puja holidays mainly in October when the rush is at peak again, and people flood the Kullu Manali towns like anything. It is also the Dusherra Festival time in Kullu Valley with which also valley is under heavy tourist rush.

Also, there is an official HPTDC off-season at the time of monsoon and winters (usually mid-November to February) when they provide a 30% discount on their services.

How to reach Manali from Delhi

Manali is well connected by road from Delhi vis National Highways. You will find ample of public transport as well from Delhi to Manali or Chandigarh to Manali. Let us look into the various options of traveling to Manali by road.

The nearest airport to Manali is Bhunter about 50 km away. From Bhuntar-Kullu, you can hire a taxi to reach Manali in 90 minutes approximately. The fare of a taxi could be Rs 1000 – Rs 1200, depending upon the bargaining skills as well as season time.

Chandigarh is the closest major Railway Station from where it will take around 9 hours to reach Manali by bus or car. Apart from that Joginder Nagar railway station near Mandi can be considered as the nearest one. However, the connectivity can be limited to it from far-flung places in India.

The distance of Manali from Delhi is 570 km (approximately) and it takes around 12-14 hours to reach depending upon traffic and how you drive.

Generally, the route followed for Manali from Delhi by road is –

Delhi – Ambala (188 KM) – Chandigarh – Roopnagar (282 KM) – Kiratpur – Bilaspur (371 KM) – Sunder Nagar – Mandi (440 KM) – Pandoh – Aut (481 KM) – Kullu – Manali (570 KM)

HPTDC Volvo Buses also run from Delhi at 6 PM every day from HPTDC Office, Janpath. These buses reach Manali the next morning around 8 AM. The fare is around Rs 1300-1400 for one side. The similar buses leave from Manali every evening at 5.30 PM and reaching Delhi by 7.00 AM the next morning. There are other daily buses available from HRTC as well from ordinary to Volvos that run between Delhi to Manali and Chandigarh to Manali.

Road Conditions from Delhi to Manali

Delhi to Manali roads run on NH-21 and NH-1 highways and are pretty much in great shape being a highway. In the entire route, there are one or two rough patches so that you never lose your concentration.

Especially, the drive from Kiratpur to Sunder Nagar is horrible with trucks running madly all over the road on both sides, slowing you down terribly. A slight Chandigarh to Roopnagar stretch is also in bad shape but the rest of the road conditions are pure bliss to drive.

For updated road conditions of Delhi to Manali, please refer to the DwD Community thread: Delhi – Manali Road Conditions .

Preferred Vehicles

The best way is to take your car/bike and hit the road as there is no such specialty required in the vehicle, be it 2X2 or 4X4. You can take it as long as its engine runs and fuel exists 😉

An alternate route to Manali from Delhi

The regular route to Manali via NH-21, that is Manali – Chandigarh Highway, is mostly in pathetic condition from Kiratpur Sahib to Bilaspur. The beelines of slow-moving trucks, chaotic overtaking of these overloaded trucks, and deep crater-sized potholes all around on almost 70 km of stretch. The journey becomes so tiring and frustrating…

For the last few times when I went to Tirthan Valley from Delhi , we took the route as

Kiratpur Sahib > Anandpur Sahib > Nangal > Una > then turn right towards Bhota > then again right towards Jahu > at T-Point, turn left towards Ner Chowk. Don’t go towards Sunder Nagar as you will lose a couple of hours then.

This is a bit longer route, maybe 55-60 km, but the time difference is almost about 40-45 minutes only. However, roads are super smooth all the way to cruise upon apart from last average roads of 25 km after Jahu to Ner Chowk. It does save you from all the frustration and risks of accidents.

So, better avoid the NH-21 route and take this route via Una – Bhota to reach Manali or beyond Mandi to Himachal .

Bus Service from Delhi – Manali

As per HRTC FB Page, both HRTC & HPTDC operates a total of six daily Volvo buses from Manali to Delhi. While HRTC charges ₹1283- for this service, HPTDC charges ₹1300/-. Travel time is roughly 14 hours (580 km).

Bus Timings from Manali : 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:00 pm, and 6:30 pm.

Bus Timings from Delhi : HPTDC (from Himachal Bhawan)- 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm; HRTC (from Delhi ISBT)- 7:35 pm, 8:00 pm, 8:25 pm, and 9:03 pm.

Travel Tip : If you are interested in some treks, you may also check these easy treks in Himachal .

Common Itinerary for Manali Trip in 3 Days

From Delhi to visit Manali, you require at least 3 Nights, 4 Days and it would be great if you have more 🙂 But ideally, in 3 Nights / 4 Days, you can cover the majority of this place. I would also provide some add-on or pop-up day tours which you can include exclude as you like.

Day 0 / Night – Overnight from Manali to Delhi

Leave Delhi in the evening to reach Manali the next morning either by car/or Volvo bus. You can take a morning flight to Kullu as well which takes you to the first day.

Day 1 – Manali Local Sightseeing

Check-in at the hotel in Manali, rest for a few hours and go on for local sightseeing. This sightseeing may include Mall road (which of course you can’t avoid any day), Local Monastery, Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Rishi Temple in the evening through the streets of Old Manali. You can have dinner at one of the traditional/western cuisine restaurants at Old Manali. Come back to the hotel for the rest.

Day 2 – Visit Rohtang Pass or Snow Points

Leave for Rohtang Pass early in the morning to avoid traffic jams. Mind it; it can be the worse jam of the trip, so be prepared. It is always better to avoid by leaving for Rohtang Pass from Manali early morning maybe 7 AM Come back to the hotel by the evening at around 4 PM to rest at the hotel and enjoy the mall road in the evening/night.

Day 3 – Visit Solang Valley

Visit Solang Valley if you want to do some adventure sports and enjoy the day there. Come back in the evening. Leave for the home in the night, either by taking the evening Volvo or by your own car.

Trip to Manali in 5 Days

Continuing the above 3-day itinerary of Manali trip for those who have more days in hand.

Day 4 – Visit Nagar Castle – Jagatsukh

If you are not interested in visiting a unique place, then include Naggar Castle in your trip with a night stay at Naggar Castle. Well, the views it offers are just breathtaking. So you can also opt for Naggar in place of Solang if you don’t like adventure sports, then replace this day with the trip to Naggar Castle, just 30 odd km from Manali.

For a honeymoon, it’s one of the best places to stay and must-visit for couples looking for an ideal romantic point . To get the glimpses of the views from Naggar Castle, check these links of my visit to this beautiful place.

You may take a day trip to Naggar and leave for Manali the same day if you don’t like much but better include a night stay at this lovely hotel. Next morning you can leave to Delhi from Naggar itself.

Jagatsukh comes on the way as well and it is one of the offbeat places in Himachal .

Day 5 – Visit Parvati Valley (Manali to Kasol)

Another set of places you may include on your Manali trip is that you leave for Kullu or Kasol in the evening. If it’s the penultimate day of the trip or early morning on any day if you have an ample amount of time. Just it would be great if you can do it on the way back home towards Delhi or a similar route.

Reach Kullu, shop in the market and head towards Kasol & Manikaran. Visit this holy place and leave for Kasol, where you can enjoy the evening in nice Israeli flavor. If you have time, then dedicate a day to Kasol and try to enjoy the environment to the core besides the Parvati River.

Leave for Delhi in the evening and reach by morning.

Where to stay in Manali

There are a lot of hotel options available in Manali for accommodation ranging from luxury hotels to budget range hotels. Well, I have been to all three kinds on my previous trips to Manali, and this is what I felt a nice list to narrow down the choices.

Of course, I would say these are just hotels known to me, or I have taken feedback from my family members who have stayed there 🙂

• HPTDC, Kunzum : Hotel Kunzum is just on the Mall road provides you with ample facilities being on the Mall road. Everything is so nearby, and I would recommend it for families with children. Kids tend to demand this, and that now and then, which makes Hotel Kunzum a good choice as everything you get in Manali is so nearby. The range is Rs 1700 – Rs 3000
• HPTDC, Hadimba Cottages / Log / Hamta Huts: These huts ideal for honeymoon lovers are located a bit isolated towards Old Manali, again which is what love birds seek. But, don’t catch it into very offseason as it may also scare a bit out of you being alone. At least we felt so when we stayed, and food is not that good quality. You can check the entire review Hadimba Cottages, Manali | Hotel Review .
• Johnson’s: Located near Circuit House is very famous for its cuisines. The rooms are comfortable and worth the money. Even if you don’t stay, do have a meal or two in its restaurant. The range is Rs 2200- Rs4000.
• Picadilly Resort : This is at the start of Mall road and not at all a budget hotel. We stayed here in the very offseason, and still, we got a room for 1500 😯 I believe. But I must say the money was worth it as the hotel has all sorts of deserving offerings one would like.
• HPTDC, Rohtang Manalsu & The Beas: This hotel is a bit away from the hustle-bustle of town but very moderate budget hotels. The range is 650-2000, and you can always stay here if you are short on budget.

So, if you are no short of the budget go for Johnson’s or Picaddily Resorts, although there are more luxury Hotels also available which you may check for sure.

If you are short on a budget either choose HPTDC, Rohtang Manalsu or HPTDC, The Beas or else you can very well walk to the streets of Old Manali where you will get excellent deals for some cheap hotels in Manali.

HPTDC is always a safe bet if you are in a dilemma for a cheap hotel, I believe.

Budget Hotels in Manali

You can find lots of budget hotels around Manali in Vashishth, Old Manali, and hotels on the Manali – Naggar road near Beas Bridge. The one at Manali – Naggar road named The River View and one just before that hotel are good and economic options of stay in Manali.

Read the complete review of The River View hotel at the below link: The River View, Manali | Hotel Review

Where to eat

• Johnson’s, located near Circuit House is very famous for its cuisines. A meal here is a must for us whenever we go to Manali.
• Chopsticks , located at Mall road, has a great variety of Chinese dishes topped with great taste.
• Grozy , located just at the start of Mall road shops is also quite good in food quality. In fact on the trip, we just had our meal in this restaurant only.
• IL Forno is by far the best place for Pizzas in Manali. If you love Pizzas then do not forget to check this awesome place.
• Sher-e-Punjab or Shan – e -Punjab (the original one) is also a good food joint although I have never been there due to long queues 😀

You should always carry your water bottle and refill it as many times as you need water. It will not only keep you hydrated always, but you will also help in saving the Himalayas from plastic garbage. Remember, every tiny step counts and your step in this direction can help save the Himalayas too !! 🙂 🙂

Tips to travel in winters

• Do take heavy woolens with you especially a heavy woolen jacket.
• Do take 2-3 pairs of inner thermals cots.
• Do take woolen long socks. Airtight shoes would be perfect for helping you avoid freezing feet.
• Do not exert yourself too much and try to keep your body hydrated on the day when visiting snow points.
• Take at least one full day rest in Manali before venturing further heights. i.e., snow points in Solang or Gulaba. DO NOT go to snow points on the very first day you reach Manali region.
• In winters (except Christmas – new year week) HPTDC runs about 30% off-season discounts [also valid for Naggar Castle]if you like to stay in their hotels. All other private hotels can offer as much as 40-50%.
• Please check out the list of things to carry for a Himalayan trip .

Manali Tourist Attractions

There are several tourist places around Manali and inside Manali town which a tourist can visit. These places can be photographed clicked for some great memories in life. I will enlist some of them below.

Manali Local Sightseeing

Let us start with local sightseeing in Manali. You can check the below destinations within Manali town or quite nearby.

You can enjoy food and shop on this very road. There are few Hotels as well on the road, including Hotel Kunzum, HPTDC. There is one Temple as well at the Mall road just aside Bus and Taxi Stand.

Hadimba Temple

It’s near Circuit House approximately 15-20 minutes’ walk. Autos run all-time in Manali to take you to the local tourist joints but charge a bit high. I feel walking down to these places has the fun of its own kind.

Manu Temple

As you cross through the streets of lovely Old Manali, you will reach this temple. Chingu is what you will hear all over as you start entering the road. Don’t fall into the trap of salesman of buying it, most of them are duplicate makes.

Local Monastery

The local monastery is situated just a few 200 odd meters from the bus stand at Mall road. You can surely buy some souvenirs from the shops in front of the local Manali monastery.

Vashishth Hot Water Springs

Personally I didn’t like this place at all and considered it a total waste of time.

Trekking Trails near Manali

Other trails in the woods through local villages and old Manali can be enjoyed as well.

• There is a trek from Old Manali, Manu Temple that goes to Goshal village about a couple of km. You can extend this trek further to Solang Valley which is about 10 km from there.
• Then there is a trek to Lamadugh meadows , which starts from Hadimba Temple. It will take about 2-3 hrs for this trek and you will get to see snow-clad peaks and Manali town down below.
• You may also travel to Bijli Mahadev from Kullu.

Rohtang Pass

At the altitude of 13,051 feet or 3978 Meters, this Pir Panjal Range pass is a must-visit for every tourist who goes to Manali. You can find snow throughout the year at this place and is reachable from May End – October. It connects the Kullu Valley to Lahaul-Spiti Valley and is one of the main blockage points of Manali – Leh Ladakh connectivity .

Solang Valley

Mountaineering and Allied sports Institute, Manali conducts various courses on skiing at this place, and if you love adventure sports, you may find this place very exciting. Along with this, it also offers snow-capped views of glaciers and even snow in winters. The place also helps in proper acclimatization if you wish to head Leh Ladakh. It will help you avoid AMS .

Naggar Castle

Naggar is just an amazing place that I have already explained in the itinerary section. If you are really looking for some romantic joint, Naggar Castle is surely the place to be. Do read more at Naggar Castle, Naggar .

It’s a major district of Himachal Pradesh and lies at the banks of Beas river. The airport Bhunter is just 10 km from this place, and you will find ample place to shop.

42 km from Kullu, Kasol situated at the banks of Parvati river is yet another place that is a must-visit and provides a unique experience with Israeli atmosphere dominating the air. It’s a hub of backpackers, and what they are after, you very well know. Do not forget to check my comprehensive travel guide of Parvati Valley .

It’s a Hindu and Sikh pilgrimage center located between the Beas and Parvati Rivers. Well, you may like it, or you may not like it. It’s a matter of taste but a couple of hours given to this holy place is worth enough.

Hot water springs about 10 km before Manali on the roadside itself. Thanks to Ajay for sharing this place with us at the comment here , will check next time I visit up there.

In the end, Manali and its nearby locations are a complete package for any vacation. The place suits a wide range of tourists with an even wider taste of spending time in the mountain. You get the romance, the adventure, the rejuvenation, the offbeat and the mad rush of tourists, all nearby Manali.

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If you ever have been to Manali, then please share your valuable thoughts and suggestion as well so that it can help other fellow travelers to plan their journey to Manali accordingly. I will be looking forward to your comments and suggestions.

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we are plannning to visit manali on last week of dec

We Wil reach chandigarh By 24th Dec Aftrnoon and planned to get Rental Bikes from that we go to kullu on 25th dec spend the Full day then by 26th mrng we planned to go for manali spend the whole day in manali then by 27th we planne dto go for simla and have to return to chandigarh by 28th eve

please give some suggeestions about the climate ? and also we want to know that it is safe to ride through bikes in the month of dec ?

im planning for delhi manali honey moon on oct 29 my flights get to delhi in the id night of 28th 2clk that is on 29th.i will take a cab directly to manali.

30 31 1st i will be at manali.suggest me best places to visit these 3 days and my will check out from manali hotel on 1st of nov

give me a pklan

Tej, the places for three days in Manali is suggested in the article above. Do local sightseeing, visit Rohtang Pass Solang on the other day and last day visit Naggar Castle

Hi Dheeraj,

his is sridhar, we planned go for manali from delhi on coming 18th july 2018 and it a right time to visit manali ,Because without knowing the weather condition we booked the flights,hotel,and self driving car for this trip. And suggest me some places we can cover between the delhi to manali

Keep a tab on weather reports as rains are happening. In case there is a prediction of heavy rains, better avoid traveling.

I have just returned from Istanbul, Turkey and I have to say that this country is truly amazing, i wrote some advice and recommendations for food and transportations, etc for anyone wants to go there, and for sure i will go to Istanbul in the near future

Dear team please help me places to visit or stop.. Delhi to Amritsar/chandigarh and back to Delhi. We r taking a zoom car. We have two weeks time this November and we just want to relax and stay over 1day at each destination suggested. We r only two of us it’s more like a honeymoon and not interested in talking or other adventures. Purely scenic and nature lovers.

Hi Aishwraya,

For two weeks in Himachal, you can plan something like below:

Day 1 | Reach Manali and rest for the day Day 2 | Manali Local sightseeing including Manu Temple, Hadimba Temple, Local Monastery, Shopping at Mall road etc etc Day 3 | Manali – Marhi Snow Points towards Rohtang Pass – Solang Valley – Manali – You can enjoy the first half of the day at snow point of Manali and if interested may also visit Solang Valley for other adventure activities Day 4 | Manali – Naggar Castle Day 5 | Naggar Castle – Tirthan Valley Day 6 | Tirthan Valley Day 7 | Tirthan Valley – Jalori Pass – Rampur – Sarahan Day 8 | Sarahan Day 9 | Sarahan – Sangla Valley Day 10 | Sangla Valley Day 11 | Sangla Valley – Kalpa Day 12 | Kalpa Day 13 | Kalpa – Narkanda Day 14 | Narkanda – Delhi

Regards Dheeraj

Is it a good time to visit Manali during last week of March? Will Rothang Pass visit be allowed during that time?

I am from hyderabad.

Rohtang Pass will be closed in March but you can enjoy Manali trip in March with snow points of Gulaba or Marhi

Great article … Really informative. I will be travelling with family including children, will hptdc Bea’s be a good option ? It’s the only hotel which has family suite.

HPTDC and HRTC Volvos are good option to travel to Manali from Delhi.

These pictures are very inspirational and can inspire anyone to visit there. I like travelling but I never visited in Manali yet and planning a trip with next month. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you, glad they were helpful

Planning to visit Manali from Delhi by my Wagon r in Mid of nov is it safe and Wagon r is okae to drive and I am not having any skill to drive on hilly areas and it will not create any issue in case of snow fall

I think I replied to your other comment Amit. Please let me know if you did not get it.

Planning to go to Manali mid Nov by myself I do not have any skills to drive in Hilly areas , can you please advise if I can drive my wagon r till manali..is it safe in Nov due to snowy weather

Hi Amit, the roads are well built from Delhi to Manali barring few patches of bad roads with potholes but nothing like off roading, just bad road conditions. Snow is not present on road up to Manali and beyond Manali better to hire a local taxi for sightseeing. IF you drive cautious and carefully and have good driving experience, the basics will help you drive to Manali from Delhi without much difficulty. Do not overtake ever on turns in mountains, do not over take unless you have clear visibility of traffic coming from opposite side because people do drive rashly and many times over take on turns. Be patient, you will get chance to overtake other slow vehicles but do not risk it.

Thank u so much Dheeraj

I will be going along with my 11 month daughter is it okae for manali to take her.

I will suggest talking to your Pediatrician and ask his inputs for taking an infant on a long journey. Altitude-wise, Manali has vegetation and does not cause any health issues. Try avoid going higher than Manali.

Hi Dheeraj The Info provided on Manali was way too attractive and a real temptation to visit the same. Your key tips will be really helpful in plannig. I have planned for a Trip to Manali in the Month of Feb 2018 dates being 1st 2nd & 3rd Feb. I was reading few blogs over net saying that travelling to Manali during Feb the Roads are totally covered in Snow and require special maneuvering skills. I Would be driving a 2X2 Hyundai Creta. Kindly suggest in this. Is it that dangerous to drive to manali during February 1st Week.

There is no such requirement to reach Manali Govind. Creta is more than capable to reach Manali on any day in a year. Yes, at time when there is heavy snowfall, the roads get filled with snow for a day or two but administration clears it soon as the weather clears up. During that time, no vehicle, including 4×4 can pass through. But that only happens if the heavy snowfall coincides with the date of travel.

Hi Dheeraj The Info provided on Manili was way too attractive and a real temptation to visit the same. Your key tips will be really helpful in plannig. I have planned for a Trip to Manali in the Month of Feb 2018 dates being 1st 2nd & 3rd Feb. I was reading few blogs over net saying that travelling to Manali during Feb the Roads are totally covered in Snow and require special maneuvering skills. I Would be driving a 2X2 Hyundai Creta. Kindly suggest in this. Is it that dangerous to drive to manali during February 1st Week.

Just replied to other post.

Hi Deheraj,

Had a small query!! We are a group off 6ppl and are planning a bike trip from delhi to manali over a period of 5days between 11th to 15th august 2017. Is it advisable to visit manali on bikes during august? Are there any chances of landslides over the delhi manali route via shimla?? How difficult would the terrain be?

Appreciate your help.

Well Riya, it will be rains in Himachal or North India during that time of the year. The roads are fine but with bikes you have to face the rain hassles all throughout in case it rains on those days which in general does every year. Roads are tarred up to Manali. There will be landslides or road blocks but then again, if it rains heavily it will not be possible to ride on bikes.

Thanks for the insight Deheraj.

Can you please let me know if the its advisable to travel from delhi to shimla during that period in bikes?

Thanks, Riya

I am extremely sorry for mispelling your name continuously. Its cos of this damn autocorrect.

No worries Riya, That’s perfectly normal 🙂

Delhi to Shimla is still fine as roads are wide and well laid out till Shimla. Also, there is no river nearby too in Shimla route. I will suggest to keep the options open, in case there are no rain predictions for the week, go for Manali trip else go for Shimla. But, be cautious and avoid taking unnecessary risks.

We are planning himachal Pradesh tour in the month of July what will be the weather? . does the roads blocked at that season

No roads are open in Himachal in July almost up to third week before the monsoon comes. Once monsoon comes to Himachal, landslides are common.

Hi, We are planning 9 days trip for following places. 2 adults and 2 children. April 25th to May 3rd. Delhi – 1 day Shimla – 2 days Manali/Kulu – 3 days Agra – 1 day Can you give your opinion and best places to stay in shimla and manali.

Mani, well, there are plenty of options in Shimla but I never prefer to stay in concrete jungle like it. For Manali, you may opt for Johnsons.

Hi Dheeraj – thank you so much for such detailed information for Manali visitors. I need to an advise, would it be safe if I travel by Sadan car (Mahindra Logan) with family (2 adult and 2 Kids)?

Actually, I am planning to Visit Manali in the last week of May for a full week and wanted to cover Rahtang Pass, Solang Valley and Kullu in first 4 days and then want to move Kajjiar which I believe approx. 400Km from Manali and from Kajjiar back to Gurgaon.

Yeah Sanjay, the roads to Manali are fine barring the stretech from Swarghat to Bilaspur where road conditions have pot holes and truck traffic but nothing a sedan cannot handle. Your plan looks fine to me. Have couple of spare days at least for Khajjiar.

Thanks Dheeraj! My only worry was my Sedan Car as the length of car is more compared with SUV or small car so I was thinking it might be problem on narrow hill roads and curves… Thanks Again!

No Sanjay, I have been driving my sedan for last about 8 years in Himalayas, it has it challenges but had survived all the trips 🙂

Great Information. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you 🙂

Good day to you.

Excellent blog !! well narrated …

Thought of seeking your advice for a trip planning in April 2017.

I am planning for a second honeymoon trip to Shimla-Kulu-Manali. 🙂 and the trip is planned in Second week of April.

Plan is to go to Shimla first then to Manali-Kulu. We are planning for 4-5 days of trip.

Can you give me the list of places to visit in Shimla-Kulu-Manali? And best hotel to stay in (3/4 star)

And Is it a good Idea to hire a bullet to roam around in the city?

We will be landing in Delhi from Singapore.

Thanks & Regards Riby

Thanks Riby !!

4-5 days for both Shimla and Manali will be very hectic considering you planning the honeymoon. I will suggest to restric it to one of the places preferably Manali. You can opt for Johnson’s Cafe or Log Huts in Manali for it.

Dheeraj, you’re amazing man. HATSOFF for selfless service.

I would like your opinion on my iternary which is not completely planned. We’re 3 couples from Bangalore. We’ll reach Delhi on 24th January 2017 morning. 24th – Delhi Local sight seeing 25th – Morning reach Manali 28th – Evening Leave Manali for Delhi 29th – Agra 30th – Morning back to bangalore.

I would like your suggestion on places to visit and activities during our manali stay. I don’t have much info since it’s winter time. *Please advice on hotels for staying also. I’m thinking we can’t book hotels like “honeymoon Inn” because it’ll be difficult to travel local places since it’s far from mall road?? *What will be cost of cabs like Innova? *Last query, Is it advisable to take a cab for 1. Entire delhi-Manali-Agra-delhi trip 2. Sepate cabs for Manali and Agra and rest by buses

Thank you Manu !! 🙂 🙂

I will not suggest you undertake such a hectic plan. You should keep Agra for some other time in future and focus over just a relaxing holiday in Manali and around. The journey is 14 Hrs from Delhi to Manali and takes a toll on your body. Then again going over 8 Hrs journey for Agra and back will surely gonna exhaust you all !! Hence, best is to stick to Manali and enjoy it at leisure.

1. You can go for Johnson’s, both are near to mall road and exceptionally good. 2. Cabs should range from anywhere between 3000-4000 for a day trip to snow points. I suggest to skip Agra. Use Volvo to reach Manali from Delhi and Volvo to come back. No private volvo, only opt for HPTDC or HRTC volvos. For local sightseeing in Manali, hire local cab.

Thanks for swift reply Dheeraj, we’ll do as you have suggested. Can we stay in Naggar castle in our duration and what will be the weather there?

Yes Manu you can stay at Naggar Castle, it is a HPTDC property available for booking. You can check: Naggar Castle, Naggar | Hotel Review

So much information about Himachal, Great job by you friend, heartly appreciate. i m going to visit himachal tour with Day 8 & Night 8.

Here is my ltinerary. need to some your suggestion or inpur wheater we can added anything we covered during these time which i have no idea. or possible to covered??

Day 01 AMBALA CAN’T: Pickup and proceed to Pinjore Garden and Rock Garden After lunch proceed to Timber trail enjoy Cable Car Ride (at your own cost), . Night halt at Shimla.

Day 02 Shimla -Kufri – Mall Road : After breakfast visit Kufri and Mini Zoo also enjoy horse riding in this Apple Orchids (please be aware, here you can be cheated by horse riders). After lunch we will have free time for shopping at Mall Road. Night halt at Shimla.

Day 03 Shimla Local Sight Seeing of Mini Train and Rest Day is Free for Shopping.Night halt at shimla. Night Stay:Shimla (B.L.D)

Day 04 Shimla – Manali:

After early breakfast proceed to Manali by road (10 hrs. journey) En route we will visit kullu local Sight Seeing. Night halt at Manali.

Day 05 Manali – Rohtang snow point: After breakfast full day visit at snow point Rohtang / Madhi / Gulaba ( by Self Expence). Night halt at Manali.

Day 06 Manali – Local sights: After breakfast visit Hadimba Temple. After lunch visit Solang Valley (known as shooting point)(at your own cost). Night halt at Manali.

Day 07 Manali – Delhi: After breakfast proceed to Dalhousie ,by 2×2 bus, total distance is 350 kms. En route Palampur tea gardens,Baijnath Temple night halt at Dalhousie. ) Day 08 Dalhousie – Khajjiar After breakfast we will visit Khajjiar (If road is open),which is also known as Mini Swiss for a breath taking view of the ground covered with pine trees. This place is famous for horse riding (at your own cost), film shooting and photography. After lunch day is free for shopping. Overnight stay at Dalhousie

Day 09 Dalhousie – pathankot: After Breakfast proceed to pathankot Rly. Station by road (2 hrs. journey) and board Train with memorable experience .

Any special inclusion during these time please suggest.

I think you are already covert breadth of Himachal and not recommended to more to it. I think you meant Manali to Dalhousie on Day 7. Rest looks ok,

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Hi Dheeraj – Thanks for your support to fellow travelers. I have submitted my query on the DwD Community. Would be helpful if you can provide your views on it. Thanks!!

https://discoverwithdheeraj.com/india/plan-rest-himachal-pradesh/topic4986.html

Sure Hitesh, I will take a look into it tonight and reply.

Hello Dheeraj,

Greetings! 10 of our family members have planned for a trip to Manali from 27th to 31st December. We are planning to take a tempo traveler from Delhi to Manali. Is it safe to do a overnight travel to Manali during the last week of December?

Thanks, Venkatesh

Yes Venkatesh, as long as the driver has slept for the day and fresh to drive the whole night, it is fine to travel overnight. All volvo buses of himachal tourism run overnight only.

HELLO sir me and my friend wants to go manali then rohtang pass on my bike from Delhi……We are planning to go there on 26th oct…Do you have Any Advice for us regarding permit do we go to rohtang pass same day when we got our permit if applicable….Someone said to rohtang pass you can go freely without a permit from SDM office if we go beyond rohtang pass we need a permit it is so confusing we book a hotel for 2 nights we just want see rohtang pass this time…Plz reply as soon as possible…

Atul, you will need permit for Rohtang Pass which can be issued from SDM office in Manali by showing the vehicle RC, PUC and your driving license.

Great Information Dear. You’ve done a great job.

I really want to visit Manali. i’m coming to visit Golden Temple Amritsar. Can anyone suggest me from where I can book a taxi from Amritsar to Manali.

Sonali, taxi stand at Amritsar will have plenty of options.

Hlo Dheeraj, Great Information. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you Sonia, glad it helped you guys for your Manali trip.

Nice write up dheeraj…. it really provides ample information about the complete manali…But what i would love to know is that how is the climate at the end of september ? Heard that from my friends its right now its flood over there at manali… is it true?

Not really, things are no where close to flood. September end if a pleasant time to visit Manali.

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5 Nights 6 Days Manali Itinerary – Queen of Himachal Pradesh

One of the most beautiful places in India, ‘Manali,’ has continued to attract tourists from far and wide. The entire region is home to stunning landscapes and makes for a great place to venture out on a 5 nights 6 days Manali itinerary. Popularly referred to as the ‘end of the habitable world,’ Manali offers tourists a world beyond what you’ve known. Located in Northeast India, Manali has witnessed a plethora of tourists flooding the region every year. The stunning natural beauty of the hill station make it one of the most ideal getaways you can find.

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If the hot summer sun has scorched the life out of you, a trip to Manali could just be what you need. Considered to be the perfect haven for tourists looking at a cool climate and relatively low temperatures, Manali offers tourists just that. 

The entire region is also packed with a great number and variety of adventure sports. Not only is the hill station filled with innumerable places and hotspots for tourists attractions but also provides for some great adventure sports.

 The place serves as a great location for your 5 nights 6 days Manali itinerary. Whether it’s mountain biking,  skiing, hiking, kayaking or maybe even the best of treks – Manali provides for everything and more. Tourists are sure to love the wide array of activities and spectacular charm that Manali has to offer. 

Also Read: Kullu Manali Tour Plan – Exploring The Real Glory In Nature’s Lap

Manali finds itself located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, right amidst the central region of the state. It is found to be at a distance of about two eight kilometres from Shimla, which also happens to be the capital of the state. 

Located at the head of the famous ‘Kullu Valley,’ and perched at a height of about 2050 meters above sea level – Manali is truly one of the most scenic and breathtaking hill stations in India. This makes the region an amazing place for a 5 night 6 days Manali itinerary, that tourists are sure to love.

Best Time to Visit

Though the hill station is an all year round destination, we would most definitely recommend the months of ‘March to June.’ This solely owes to the extreme climatic conditions that tourists might come across in Manali.If you’re looking to enjoy the snowfall and venture out on some winter adventure sports – the latter half of the year makes for a great time to visit.

Tourists should also keep in mind that the months of ‘July-August,’ will most probably witness some heavy rains, and thus should be avoided.Thus, it’s important to research on the best time to travel, for your 5 nights 6 days Manali itinerary.

Also read: 3-nights 4-days Manali tour – Snowy Surprises At Himachal

How to Reach

When it comes to air travel, the ‘Kullu Manali airport,’ or the ‘Bhuntar airport,’ is the nearest airport tourists will find to Manali. Located at a distance of about fifty kilometres from the central main city, tourists find themselves travelling from the airport to the hill station. 

The ‘Bhuntar Airport,’ which also happens to be the major airport, is well connected with flights to various Indian cities. Tourists can avail a private taxi or so, once they’ve made their way out of the airport. This makes for one of the easiest modes of commutation, for your 5 nights 6 days Manali itinerary.

The ‘Jogindernagar railway station,’ is the closest railway station to Manali and witnesses a number of tourists every year. Located at a distance of about a hundred and forty-three kilometres, the station is where most tourists will land if they’re travelling by train. Tourists can avail a number of taxi’s or maybe even buses, to head towards the hill station. 

Also Read: Manali to Spiti Valley: Travel Guide – The guide you can rely upon on a trip

The road travel makes for one of the best journeys in the whole of India. The hill station is extremely well connected to a number of Indian cities and thus, makes road travel nothing short of a delight. 

Whether it’s Dehradun, Kullu, Dharamshala or even Ambala, tourists are sure to find a number of taxis and state-run buses, making their way – to and fro the hill station. 

Day-wise Itinerary:

When it comes to your vacation plans, we would recommend a 5 night 6 days Manali itinerary. The hill station is packed with some amazing attractions and splendid landscapes, that one can’t help but stay here a tad bit longer.

Find your 5 night 6 days Manali itinerary below, just for you!

Manali – Jagatsukh – Khanul

The first day of your journey leads you straight into the village of ‘Jagatsukh,’ which in turn takes you through a six-kilometre road. Once you’ve reached the village, tourists make their way upwards to the ‘Bahangan Nullah,’ and this serves as your first day’s campsite. 

Tourists can also explore the ‘Manali Valley of flowers trek,’ in the region if they’re interested. Your entire 5 night 6 days Manali itinerary is filled with some of the best of attractions. Tourists can pick and choose which amongst them all, most appeals to them. 

Camping Site At Prini

The ‘Prini Campsite,’ is located at a height of about six thousand feet and makes for a great place for some stunning views. Once you’ve made your way to the region, tourists are allotted tents and some delicious breakfast, as well. This is undoubtedly one of the best things on your  5 night 6 days Manali itinerary.

Also Read: A three-day itinerary to the snow-filled land of Manali

The Beauty of the Himalayas

On the morning of the third day, tourists will find themselves waking up rather early and heading towards the Himalayan mountain range. A trek of about five kilometres is what awaits you, as you journey all the way to a height of seven thousand five hundred feet. This makes for some of the most stellar views and truly leaves you awestruck. 

Yoga/ Aerobics Session

After some amazing hot chai, in the lap of the Himalayan mountain range, an energetic yoga and aerobics session is what you’re in for. Tourists can find themselves engrossed in adventure attractions like the – Burma Bridge, Commando Net and so on.

Also Read: 7-day tour plan to Himachal Pradesh – The ultimate tour plan you’ll ever need

The Mall Road

The fifth day of your journeys, calls for you to head back towards the hill station of Manali. Tourists can pack their luggage and make their way towards the central regions of the hill station, after one of the most amazing trips of all time. 

Manali – Delhi

Your last day calls for some shopping and on-foot exploration of the hill station. Tourists can experience the local charm of the region, as they make their way into the famous shopping complexes and maybe even dine at some great local restaurants. 

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If a read through the blog has left you yearning for more, check out our Manali tour packages that have been customised, just for you. Feel free to reach out to us on  Whatsapp, if you’re looking for a quick turn around and a vacation you’re sure to love! For more information, you can also refer to our own guides page.

For those of you looking for a trip out of the ordinary, don’t hesitate to book a staycation close to your city and enjoy your much-needed escapade. 

FAQ’s

3 to 4 Days would be enough for exploring Manali.

From the month of March to June or you can also consider October to February.

July to September is not the ideal time to visit Manali as it experiences a lot of rainfall.

From the month of November to February you can witness snowfall in Manali.

Yes, Manali is a safe place to travel.

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India’s northern states, especially Himachal Pradesh, have some jaw-dropping panoramas of the Himalayan mountains. See the gorgeous landscapes and breathtaking valleys on Manali Itinerary For 4 Days . Manali is one such place that looks so stunning, that you have to rub your eyes a couple of times just to verify if what you’re seeing is true.

The ivory snow of the surrounding mountainscape, the refreshing jade vegetation, and the silence make it seem like it is a painting of a paradise in the mountains come to life. It is aptly named as “the Valley of Gods”. TravelTriangle’s Manali trip plan for 4 days will take you right to it.

A holiday in Manali will help you rejuvenate and revive in a pristine location. The staggering sights, the quiet vibes, it gives you everything you could hope for from a holiday in the mountains. Take a look at our Manali trip plan for 4 days to put your plans into motion.

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Arrive in Delhi, from there you will be transferred to Manali. On reaching, check-in the hotel and overnight stay at the hotel.

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Arrival in Manali will be followed by a hotel check-in on the second day of Manali 3 nights 4 days package itinerary , after which we’re off sightseeing. Come back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

• Rohtang Pass

Solang Valley and Rohtang Pass are two extraordinary locales near Manali, and we may be visiting one or both of them today after breakfast, depending on permits. Regardless, the day ends with dinner and an overnight stay.

Manali: Departure

Visit Naggar Castle, Kullu shawl factories, Gayatri Mata Temple, Gauri Shankar Temple, Jagatsukh village and enjoy river rafting for some thrills. Head back to Delhi for departure.

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The duration of your Manali trip depends on your preferences and the places covered in your itinerary. A 4 days trip is ideal for Manali if you wish to capture the ultimate vibe of Manali.

Which is the best plan for a Manali trip?

You can check out the following plan for your 4-days trip to Manali:

Day 1: Arrive in Manali and spend the day on leisure. Catch the local vibe and go for an evening exploration. Day 2: Go for a sightseeing tour and visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Mall Road, Van Vihar, Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art, etc. Day 3: Visit the Rohtang Pass if the climate is feasible and indulge in adventures. Day 4: Check local products at the markets before returning home.

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Rohtang pass is situated at a height of 3978 m, or 13,050 ft.

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The Ultimate Manali Travel Guide: How to reach and get around the mountain town.

Situated high up in the Himalayas, Manali has rightfully earned its reputation as one of India's top tourist destinations. Framed by snow-capped peaks and boasting lush green forests, this quaint mountain town promises postcard-perfect views at every turn.

From adventures like rafting and skiing to cultural treasures like ancient temples, Manali attracts travelers seeking both adrenaline rush and serenity. The laidback cafes, Tibetan monasteries, and local handicraft shopping beckon as well.

Regardless of whether you seek nature's embrace or prefer soaking in history, Manali delivers ample opportunities. Its cool and pleasant climate during summer provides welcome respite from India's sweltering heat. Reaching this mountain gem is easy, and getting around quite hassle-free. This guide will equip you to plan an immersive trip to Manali.

The astounding beauty of Manali during the Winters

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Arriving in Manali: Journey to the Mountains

Manali is well connected to the other parts of India through air, road and rail. You can reach the hill station through the following methods:

The nearest airport is Bhuntar Airport located around 50km from Manali in the Kullu district. It has regular flights from Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla and other major cities by airlines like Air India, IndiGo, SpiceJet, etc.

Taxis charge about ₹2000 to reach Manali from the airport. One can also take a bus which costs around ₹200 per person.

The closest major railway station is Joginder Nagar railway station , approximately 165km from Manali. It falls on the Pathankot–Jogindernagar narrow gauge railway line. The train route is incredibly scenic but takes around 10 hours from Pathankot.

From Joginder Nagar you can hire a taxi or take a Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus to cover the 6 hour onward journey to Manali.

The most popular way to get to Manali is by road. National Highway 21 connects Manali to Chandigarh and further to other major cities. The highway is well maintained with scenic views throughout. Luxury Volvo buses by HRTC provide a comfortable overnight journey from Delhi, taking about 14 hours.

You can also hire a private taxi or self-drive your own car on this route. Zigzag roads win you over with mountain vistas. Stopovers in towns like Karnal and Bilaspur can break the trip.

If you want to plan a road trip from Delhi-Manali, read this blog.

Train taking a sharp turn on a mountainous bridge

Day Trips from Manali: Nearby Gems to Explore

With its location in the hills, Manali serves as an ideal base to explore scenic destinations nearby. Some recommended day trips are:

Rohtang Pass

Located 51 km from Manali, the high mountain pass of Rohtang lies at an altitude of 3978 m. Visit to see snow even in summers and gorgeous views. Requires permit.

Solang Valley

Just 13 km from Manali, Solang is renowned for adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing and skiing. During summer you can hike here or picnic by the river.

Naggar Village

This quaint village 20 km from Manali has European style castle, temples, museums and art galleries to explore on a day trip.

The religous town of Manikaran located 45 km from Manali attracts pilgrims to its hot springs and beautiful Sikh gurudwara.

With so much natural beauty around, taking day trips from Manali allows you to make the most of your time there. Follow the tips above for memorable short excursions.

Morning View of Manikaran across the shore

Manali awaits!

With its idyllic setting amidst snow-clad mountains and spiritual aura, Manali casts a spell on all who visit. Reaching this Himachal town is easy by air, road and rail. Navigating within Manali can be done conveniently by buses, rental vehicles, bicycles or on foot.

The destinations near Manali like Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley promise adventure and stunning vistas. Take scenic day trips and partake in activities like paragliding for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. From ancient temples to gushing rivers, Manali is a gateway to some of India's most prized natural wonders.

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Shimla Manali Trip Itinerary – How to Plan Your Journey

Continuing from the previous two articles where I talked about how you can plan a trip to Shimla and Manali separately; in this article, I will talk about a Shimla Manali Trip Itinerary covering both the places in the same trip. I will first draft an itinerary that I recommend, followed by a few other variations. If you wanted to draft your own plan and had questions, you may ask them in the comments section towards the end of this page.

Together, Shimla and Manali are probably the most visited towns in all of Himachal and make up for a perfect family holiday. There are several reasons behind this, like safety and connectivity. But the biggest reason in my opinion is that Shimla and Manali have something to offer for everyone.

It does not matter if you are planning a quick outing with your friends or a proper vacation with your family; you know that heading towards either of these places will not end in disappointment. How can you plan your itinerary for Shimla and Manali is what I will be discussing in this article.

If you have about 7 to 8 days, you can easily explore both Shimla and Manali in a relaxed manner without rushing on any day. For the sake of this article, I will assume that you are traveling from Delhi. If you were however traveling from a different place, only the plan for first and last day will change. The rest of the itinerary will still remain the same.

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Shimla Manali Trip Itinerary

I will suggest an itinerary according to 9 days of travel which will include two weekends and one entire week. It will be starting on a Saturday and ending on Sunday of the next week. If you were short on time then you can easily take days out from this itinerary.

• Delhi to Shimla: Day 1
• Sightseeing in Shimla: Day 2
• Sightseeing in Shimla: Day 3
• Shimla to Manali: Day 4
• Manali: Day 5
• Manali to Keylong: Day 6
• Keylong to Manali: Day 7
• Manali: Day 8
• Manali to Delhi: Day 9

A more detailed explanation of this itinerary is as mentioned below where I have explained what all places you can cover during your stay in Shimla and Manali.

I have kept only 2 days of stay in Shimla because, in my opinion, that is sufficient to cover the major tourist attractions here. Manali has slightly more to offer to tourists than Shimla does.

The plan above can be completed by both a private vehicle and public transport. Traveling by your own vehicle of course will be better and more convenient.

• Delhi to Shimla – Day 1

Not much to talk about on this day except for a long journey. From Delhi, take NH1 and then take the road towards Shimla from Chandigarh via Himalayan Expressway. There is currently some road widening work going on between Chandigarh and Shimla so the entire journey can easily take up to 10-11 hours.

The total distance covered would be about 350 kilometers. There are regular HRTC buses from ISBT Delhi which you can board if you were traveling by public transport.

Another fun thing to do would be to reach Kalka by Bus and then board the famous Toy train to reach Shimla. For more details, please read How to Plan a Trip by Shimla Kala Toy Train .

Shimla – Day 2

Now there are multiple ways that you can spend Day 2 and 3. There are several places to see in Shimla of which,  Mall Road, Christ Church, Scandal Point, Jakhu Hill, Shimla State Museum are the most famous ones. Some of the nearby hill stations that are very scenic are Chail , Kufri, Mashobra , and Narkanda . For a complete list, please take a look at Places of Tourist Interest in Shimla .

If you were traveling by your own vehicle, I would recommend spending Day 2 in Shimla itself.  You can take a walk on The Ridge, the area near Jhaku Hill, and the Observatory. This is the place where Shimla’s fairs, festivals, and functions are held. Tourists come here to see several colonial-style buildings, a church, a library, and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.

You can also trek to Jhaku Hill, which at a height of 2,455 meters. It offers a mesmerizing view of Shimla and the entire Shivalik range around. It is a fun trek of about 30 minutes to the top through lush forest terrain. There is also a 108 feet tall statue of Lord Hanuman at top of Jhaku Hill.

Drive to Narkanda – Day 3

On Day 3, take a drive to the nearby town of Narkanda via Kufri. At Narkanda, drive all the way till Sutlej point and then have lunch there. After lunch, pay a short visit to Hatu Peak and then return to Shimla by evening. This entire drive is very scenic and definitely worth it. For more details, please take a look at What to See in Narkanda .

If you were traveling by public transport, my advice would be to spend these two days visiting places within Shimla city itself. Going to Narkanda by public transport and coming back to Shimla may be a bit of a hassle and to be honest, won’t be that much fun either.

Shimla to Manali – Day 4

Most of this day will be spent traveling from Manali to Shimla. You can take the route via Tattapani. The drive can be a bit long but is a scenic one and you will enjoy it.

Manali – Day 5

Spend this day in Manali itself. The first important thing you need to do is to get your permit for Rohtang Pass. This can take an entire day where you will first submit your documents in the first half of the day. You will then return to the DC office to collect the permit in the afternoon.

Another and easier way around this is to apply for the permit online. Please read How to get a Permit for Rohtang Pass for step by step details.

Apart from getting the permits, the rest of the day will be spent on local sightseeing and walking around in Manali. There are several places you can visit of which Hadimba Temple, Nehru Kund, Vashist Hot Water Springs, Museum Of Himachal Culture And Folk Art, Manu Maharishi Temple, Gauri Shankar Temple, Jagatipatt Temple, Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery are to name a few. For more details, please take a look at Places of Tourist Interest in Manali .

Manali to Keylong – Day 6

Today you will take the most scenic drive of your entire journey. Drive up to Rohtang Pass and then descend down on the other side into Lahaul valley. There are plenty of hotels in Keylong where you can spend the night. Or you can drive further 25 kilometers to Jispa and stay there at any of the campsites.

This part of the journey is highly recommended. People advising you for Manali will not add this to the itinerary but this actually is a must part of your trip. You will love the entire drive from Manali to Lahaul valley .

Keylong to Manali – Day 7

On this day, start early from Keylong and reach Jispa. Have breakfast there and from Jispa, climb up to see Baralacha La top , and drive all the way till Suraj Taal. From there, then backtrack to Jispa and Keylong and then return to Manali via Rohtang Pass.

Manali – Day 8

Last day of the trip before you return home to Delhi. There are 3 ways that you can spend this day. Either you can just relax in Manali and shop around a bit at Mall road. Or you can trek to Bhrigu Lake which a 6 kilometers hike from Gulaba. You can also plan a day visit to Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib.

An alternate way to plan this day is to go to Kasol in Parvati Valley and spend the day there.

Manali to Delhi – Day 9

Nothing to write about this day except that it will be a long journey home to Delhi via Chandigarh. Total distance covered will be about 550 kilometers so an early start from Manali is recommended.

Itinerary for Shimla and Manali

A few other ways that the journey can be planned are as mentioned below.

Itinerary 1

• Shimla Local Sightseeing and Kufri – Day 2
• Shimla to Manikaran to Manali – Day 3
• Rohtang Pass – Day 4
• Local Sightseeing in Manali – Day 5
• Manali to Kullu to Delhi – Day 6

Itinerary 2

• Local Sightseeing in Shimla – Day 2
• Shimla to Narkana to Sarahan – Day 3
• Sarahan to Kalpa – Day 4
• Kalpa to Chitkul – Day 5
• Chitkul to Shimla – Day 6
• Shimla to Manali – Day 7
• Manali Local Sightseeing – Day 8
• Rohtang Pass – Day 9
• Manali to Delhi – Day 10

Accommodation in Shimla and Manali

Shimla and Manali are very popular tourist destinations and always have people visiting here. Due to this, hotels in both these cities are ample in number in quite a wide range of budgets. You will easily be able to find cheap stays as well as luxurious hotels and resorts.

I personally do not prefer booking hotels in advance as I like to first arrive, check the place out and then negotiate an on the spot deal. It is however more of a personal choice. In peak tourist season, it is definitely an added benefit and peace of mind if you have your accommodation booked and confirmed.

Winter Trip to Shimla and Manali

If you were visiting Shimla and Manali in winter, you can still follow this itinerary with an exception of Lahaul valley. That part cannot be explored as Rohtang pass remains closed between November and April. In that case, you can use these two days to explore more areas like Manikaran Sahib or nearby places like Parvati Valley .

In peak winters, it can snow heavily at both Shimla and Manali in which case, I will recommend that you be careful while driving around. If possible, hire a local taxi here who can take you for sightseeing safely.

You will also have to be careful while packing clothes. Pack a few pairs of thermals and pack all your heavy woolens. Do keep in mind though that there is a huge tourist rush here around Christmas and new year.

Road Conditions in Shimla and Manali

The road between Delhi to Shimla and Manali to Delhi is a mix of good and average. There are some bad sections in between but it is mostly a smooth run.

So is the road at most of the other places with an exception of the stretch at Rohtang Pass. The road towards the top of the pass and then at some places towards Lahaul valley can get a little bad. In monsoon, there is also a lot of slushes here and if it rained too much it can also cause landslides in between.

Another bad section of the road is towards Manikaran Sahib. Between Shimla and Manali, the road via Tattapani is about average, a mix of good and bad. The annoying part of the journey will however be the long line of trucks traveling between Mandi and Chandigarh.

Clothes for Shimla and Manali

For a summer visit, your regular cotton clothes will do but you may want to pack a jacket as well if you kept Lahaul valley as part of your itinerary. During monsoon season, make sure you are carrying proper rain gear along with your cottons. For winter trips, your heavy woolens, thermals, gloves, and jackets are a must.

Also Read: How to Plan a Trip to Sangla Valley

Shimla and Manali Trip

Final question is, why to visit Shimla and Manali at all. There are numerous other hill stations in Himachal and Uttarakhand that you can go to so why these two places? The answer to this question is actually in the form of three major reasons.

The first one is that both these places are very well connected to all nearby cities. Road connectivity remains open throughout the year and you can either drive on your own or catch an overnight bus.

The second reason is in terms of safety. When you are out vacationing with family, you cannot really afford to go completely remote; places where no one goes. You would rather visit destinations that are filled with tourists so you can have fun as well as peace of mind. Shimla and Manali both are perfect destinations in this aspect.

The third reason is of availability of facilities like accommodation, phone reception, data connectivity; public transport, taxis, eateries, etc, and both these places again come out as winners here as well.

Shimla Manali Trip Itinerary – Conclusion

I hope the information above was of help. If you have any other questions; or need any further details; please feel free to ask in the comments section below; or at our Community forum ; and I will be glad to answer. If you have visited Shimla and Manali and have a few other tips that can be added to the article above, please be so kind to mention it in comments and I will add to the post.

Vargis.Khan

Not much to write about me really except for that I love to travel around whenever I can and to wherever I can. This blog is just a small attempt to share my travel experiences with the world. Hope you like it !!!

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Hi Vargis, Which trip would you recommend for this winter to see snowfall Dehradun to Shimla via kinnaur or Shimla to manali via tirthan valley.

Both routes are scenic. Although the jalori pass will be closed if you have to go to tirthan valley in the winter from Shimla.

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Hadimba Temple: Located amidst the snow-covered hills of Manali, the Hadimba Temple is a unique shrine dedicated to Hidimba Devi, who was the wife of Bhima and mother of Ghatothkach. Surrounded by gorgeous cedar forests, this beautiful shrine is built on a rock which is believed to be in the image of goddess Hidimba herself. Manu temple: The Manu Temple is said to be the only temple dedicated to the King Manu, who was later known as Sage Manu in India. The temple is a pagoda structure that offers a glimpse into history and spirituality through its fascinating architecture. Some may find it difficult to reach Manu Temple because there is only a narrow road that leads to the shrine; however, the journey is certainly pleasant.  Van Vihar: Adorned with sky touching deodar trees, Van Vihar National Park is located near the Mall Road making it easily accessible. The favourite attraction of this park is a man-made lake that is open for boating. Manali Club House: The Club House in Manali is an amusement and adventure retreat set up on the banks of the Manalsu Nalla, a branch of the breathtaking Beas River. It has indoor and outdoor activities like Billiards, Carom, Video Games, Table Tennis, Roller skating rink, River crossing, Go-karting, Zip lining and Ropeway. It also has a restaurant and bar along with some small stalls for local shopping. Manikaran: Manikaran is  a famous pilgrimage destination for both Sikhs and Hindus. It is known for Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib and the hot springs. There are three hot springs where one can take a bath, one being inside the Gurudwara itself and the other two being privatised by the guesthouses. Different sections for men and women are made at the bathing place. The water in these springs contains sulphur which is believed to cure many diseases. Solang Valley: 14 kilometres to the north west of the main town of Manali, Solang Valley is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. It is famous for adventure activities like parachuting, paragliding, horse riding, driving mini-open jeeps, zorbing, etc. During winters, Solang valley is covered with snow, making skiing is a popular sport here. Rohtang Pass: Located at a distance of just 51 kilometres from Manali, Rohtang Pass can be reached only by road. The pass is located at a massive height of 3978 metres on Manali- Keylong road. Activities like sledging, mountain biking and skiing are popular here. Due to heavy snowfall in winters, the pass remains closed from November to May.  Atal Tunnel: Also referred to as the Rohtang Tunnel, Atal Tunnel is a horseshoe-shaped highway tunnel that connects Manali and the Lahaul-Spiti valley, reducing the time taken by around 4-5 hours. Named after the former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the tunnel is the world’s longest one above 10,000 feet and is constructed in the Pir Panjal ranges, under the Rohtang Pass.  Jogini Waterfalls: Jogini Waterfall is located about 3 kilometres away from the bustling town of Manali and around 2 kilometres away from Vashisht Temple. What makes it a popular tourist spot is the trek from Vashisht Temple, through pine trees and orchards, to the mesmerising Jogini Waterfalls cascading from a height of 160 feet. It is considered as one of the most romantic attractions in Manali. Vashisht Baths: Located inside the very famous Vashisht Temple in Manali, Vashisht Baths is a hot water spring, believed to possess medicinal values. Also known as Vashisht Springs, it is visited by a lot of tourists, many of whom take a dip in the holy water to rid themselves of skin diseases and infections. Kullu: Kullu, a popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh is located on the banks of the Beas river. Kullu is generally coupled with its sister town Manali. It has few important temples like the Raghunath Temple and Jagannath Devi Temple. There are many treks that also originate from this area include the Bijli Mahadev Temple Trek, Parvati Valley Trek, etc. With panoramic views and majestic hills covered with Deodar and Pine trees, Kullu is a nature lover’s paradise. Rafting is a popular activity here that starts from Pirni, around 4 km away from Kullu.

Things to Do in Manali

Skiing: Manali is known for its excellent skiing conditions with skiing enthusiasts visiting from all over the country. The undulating slopes of Solang Valley and Rohtang Pass are perfect for skiing. They are popular for amateurs to learn their first move while ideal grounds for professional skiing in Manali.  Paragliding:  The hillside town of Manali is famous for paragliding. Starting with a basic training course, the operators are well organized, competent and trustworthy. Medium flights involve a 15-minute flight, while long/high flights last between 40 minutes and 1 hour. Individuals with a paragliding license can opt for solo flights while amateurs are allowed to take tandem flights – where a pilot accompanies the individual and navigates the glider. River Rafting: River Rafting in Kullu Manali is done along the River Beas and is considered ideal for expert rafters as well as beginners. The section of rafting starts from a small district called Pirdi and it flows through various locations like Bajaura, Sarabai, Bhuntar, Shamshi, Mohal, Raisol and Katrain. Rafting in Kullu Manali usually starts at 10:00 AM and takes about 1.5 hours. It is open throughout the year and people are advised to avoid the time when there is heavy rainfall which can lead to the rise in water level.  Visit Old Manali: Away from the hustle and bustle that the town of Manali holds, Old Manali is a backpacker’s paradise. Lying at a distance of 3 kilometers uphill from the central city, Old Manali is often frequented by tourists from all across the world. Here you can sit back and relax in the lap of nature, away from the hullabaloo of city life. Along with the myriad other things, this is one of the topmost things to do in Manali. Zorbing: Zorbing is a fun hill-sport in this region that takes advantage of the picturesque downward slopes of the Himalayas. The thrill of rolling down picturesque views at a speed that is not in your control is not just exhilarating but also alluring for zorbers. While zorbing has become a popular recreational activity, Zorbing in Solang Valley is a wholly new experience. Professional instructors ensure that you are well instructed and safe throughout the activity.

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4 Nights / 5 Nights Kullu, Manali Tour

Delhi - Manali- Manikaran - Kullu- Manali - Delhi

If you want to turn your face towards another wonderful hill station surrounded by natural significance, then Kullu Manali is the real deal. It is located on the banks of river Beas. Over the years, it has been one of the preferred destinations among tourists all over the world. Here you can enjoy the beauty of real nature in the form of vivid landscape, apple orchards, lush green and snow wrapped mountains, etc.

Traveogy India 4 Nights 5 Days Kullu Manali Packages will help you to experience things which you have never seen earlier for the memorable journey. However, according to your budget, we can make all arrangements so that your time will be worth it. So, come and explore natural landscape beauty without making a hole in your pocket.

Tour Itinerary

To reach the world-famous destination or say hill station, you have to reached at Delhi first and then drive to Manali. After reaching Manali, our tour representative will pick up you and transfer to the pre-booked hotel & Check-in. Here you will enjoy delicious local cuisines in dinner and Overnight stay here in between the beautiful landscape.

After morning breakfast at the hotel, get ready to enjoy the wonderful Manali by visiting various ancient temples, like Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Tibetan Monasteries, and famous Vashit village. Well, afternoon time is free from our site for your own leisure activities. Overnight stay at the hotel while eating mouth-watering dinner.

The next 3rd day is again a full-day excursion to Manali where you have a chance to see various world-famous places like Gulaba Marhi, Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Kothi Gorge, etc. Return to the hotel in the evening and enjoy a tasty dinner with full comfort overnight stay.

Take morning breakfast and check out from the hotel in Manali and head towards Manikaran, around 75 kms from Kullu. Manikaran is a popular religious and pilgrimage place of Hindus. This place is believed to be the sacred place where Lord Manu recreated human life when several floods destroyed everything. Here you have a chance to explore various temples and gurudwara.

Well, after sightseeing, Manikaran moves towards Kullu for a half-day tour. In the evening, get back to the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay with a delightful dinner.

After early morning breakfast, check out from the hotel and go back to Delhi for your onward journey. which will bring an end to your memorable Kullu Manali tour package by Travelogy India.

Inclusions:

• Breakfast and Dinner
• 04 Nights hotel accommodation
• Welcome Drinks on arrival
• 01 Room double sharing
• 04 Breakfasts and 04 Dinners.
• Pickup and Drop from Delhi Airport /Rly Stn - sightseeing by swift desire cab
• All taxes is included in the package i.e. Parking Charges, Luxury tax, Toll Tax, fuel Tex, Green Tax and Driver Stay.
• 05% GST is also included in the package)

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• Any monument entry fees / camera fees.
• Heater charges is not included in the package.
• Any meal, which is not mentioned above.
• Any guide charges
• Any air / train fare or any items not specified under inclusions
• For Heater Requirement directly contact to Hoteliers
• Any adventure activity skiing, paragliding etc.
• Any personal Expenses- Laundry, shopping etc.

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Manali: Ultimate Travel Guide 2024

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Manali, a beautiful town located in the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is one of the best and most popular places to visit in the country if you are seeking a memorable, rejuvenating, and thrilling vacation. Situated in the Kullu district, amidst the banks of the Beas River, Manali is flooded with serene landscapes, misty snowfalls, picturesque views, breathtaking adventures, and much more. Manali is at an altitude of approx. 6500 feet above ground level and is around 570 km from Delhi. This place is an ideal destination for everyone be it family, college friends, or honeymoon couples. During summers, people from all over the country book their tickets and plan their trip to Manali, in order to avoid the scorching heatwaves and enjoy the Manali trance with the soothing beauty of mother nature.

Manali Weather & Best Time to Visit

If you are seeking to escape from boiling summers or are planning to see the white snows with some exciting adventure sports, here’s a seasonal breakup of the climatic conditions pertaining in Manali so that you can arrange your tour accordingly

Summers in Manali – summer knocks on the doors of Manali in the early march itself and the temperature from march to June ranges from 10 degrees to 25 degrees. Weather remains pleasant during these months and one can go along with just the base layer thermals during these days. This is the best time to visit Manali as the weather is not that chilling, which serves as the motivation to try hands on the outdoor activities such as paragliding, river rafting, trekking, camping, and much more. Also, one gets to see the blooming scenery of this place which is covered with flowers and greenery during the months of March-May.

Winters in Manali – winter onsets in Manali in the month of November and lasts till February. Temperature goes as low as -1 degrees and the place experiences snowfalls and white views throughout this season. It is an ideal destination for travel enthusiasts who aspire to go skiing in the winters.

Monsoons in Manali – Monsoon in Manali starts from July and lasts till mid-September. The place experiences a heavy rainfall which leads to landslides, floods, and tricky climatic conditions thus, it is not advisable for the visitors to come to Manali during monsoons.

How to Get There

In order to reach your lovely destination, you might be wondering how to reach there and by what means. Here’s a brief overview: – By Air – owing to the prevailing climatic conditions, flights are considered quite unfavorable to travel to Manali, however, if you still prefer traveling by air as compared to other means, then Bhuntar is the nearest airport which is around 50 km from Manali. Domestic flights run from Delhi and Chandigarh till Bhuntar and a cab/taxi can be booked from thereon till Manali.

By Bus and Train – Talking about the train route, Chandigarh is the nearest railway station and from thereon, one has to do a 9-hour journey via bus/cab. Manali is nearby to other tourist spots as well such as Kullu, Dharamshala, Leh, etc. so the Himachal Pradesh roadways and private buses are easily available. It is advisable to book Volvo and sleeper coach buses which provide good sleep and comfort during the journey and are affordable as well.

By self-drive – one can also reach Manali by driving their own vehicle. the extremely fascinating views and the turns and twists of the natural beauty at every other lap makes it more attractive for the travelers to go by their own vehicle in order to optimize their pleasure from the trip. However, if you are not very comfortable driving, especially in the hilly terrains, then it is advisable to hire a driver for the journey.

What to Wear in Manali

Manali possesses the real charm and is so beautiful, so our visitors would also like to look charming and beautiful with their wonderful attires but at the same time keep the extreme weather conditions in mind as well. If one intends to go to Manali during the summers when the temperature is moderate, then a stylish base layer will do the work, or a mid-layer jacket/hoodie styled with the inner casual wear will also be suitable. However, if you are traveling during winters and will also be participating in adventure sports then the following items can be considered for wearing: – Puffer jacket and parkas will be the most suitable fit as they will protect against the chilly winds. Kosha offers a great range of winter apparel where these jackets provide the right amount of warmth to the body, are waterproof and at the same time are lightweight which makes them easy and comfortable to wear and carry around. A hardshell waterproof jacket, a good pair of socks and gloves with the right material which doesn’t support itching, mufflers, sweaters, and pullovers are the other items that need to be considered while planning your Manali trip. To have a better idea of what to wear on your Manali trip, you can check the following article here Warm jackets and other accessories for men can be checked here Warm jackets and other accessories for women can be checked here

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What to Carry in Manali

While packing your luggage for the Manali trip, make sure that you keep all the necessary winter wears, accessories, first aid box, medicines, thermals, the right amount of cash, any important documents if required (passport, vaccination certificate, ID Proof, etc.), electronic devices ( camera, mobiles, earphones, charger, etc.), body and skincare products and anything else which you might feel is important for your trip to be comfortable.

Where to Stay

Your stay during the Manali trip depends upon your budget and the load on your pockets. Here are some options to consider while deciding upon your accommodation.

For the middle class – in the old Manali area, there are few guesthouses and village homes which are not expensive and are covered with the beauty of the apple orchids and the snow coating all around. If you want to have an aesthetic presence around with a limited number of crowds in the picture, then staying in these places will be the best fit for you. On the new Manali side also, there are a few restaurants at cheap rates such as Vashisht, Rohtang Manalsu & Beas , etc which are the best fit for the backpackers and low budget trip travelers.

For the rich class – if you are trying to seek maximum pleasure and luxury from your trip, and money is not your concern, then there are a few resorts and fancy hotels such as Picadaily Resort, Johnson’s, Orchards house, Hotel Kunzum , and a few more to explore and stay.

Manali Trip Cost

There are a lot of companies providing Manali tours and Manali packages which consist of combinations such as 3 night 4 days stay with services such as meals, vehicles, nearby site seeing, and adventure sports depending upon your budget, time availability, preferences and the season of visit. For ex- a Manali Volvo tour package consisting of 3 night and 4 days stay starts at Rs 4500/ person and includes services such as lunch and dinner services in the hotel, sightseeing at Rohtang pass and Solang valley, a trip to mall road, taxi services and a visit to the local streets during sunset time.

Manali Things to Do

Here’s a list of things to do on your Manali vacation: –

Trekking – Manali serves as a delight to all the enthusiastic folks out there. The rock-climbing opportunities and interesting high altitude hiking treks are the most thrilling part to be explored and experienced during the trip

Skiing – skiing especially during the winter months will fill your soul with a great amount of euphoria and adrenaline rush. Yak-skiing is yet one step further in terms of adventure and do try this out in order to make your trip worth remembering and cherishable throughout your lifetime. Other adventure sports such as camping, river rafting, paragliding, zorbing , etc. should be tried out at any cost by all the high energy wanderers. Things to do while exploring Spiti Valley can be found out in this article .

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Manali Tourism Tips

The Manali town is divided into two parts- the new Manali which is the city side and has been exploited now due to commercial purposes. also, this part of Manali is usually crowded with families and couples. Another part is the old Manali village area which is very serene and quiet and due to its simplicity and picturesque beauty, many foreigners and travelers prefer staying here and exploring this part. talking about Manali tourism, here’s a list of places that you need to visit in order to truly experience the beauty and specialty of Manali. These places are: –

Mall road – this is one of the most popular tourist attraction spots and your trip to Manali is incomplete if you don’t experience the very enriching mall road. The street is filled with mouth-watering delicacies and local shops where you can buy souvenirs from your lovely trip.

Rohtang Valley – this place is layered with snow at all times of the year and one can visit here during the summer months. this place is the main source of connectivity between Kullu and Spiti valley and has more than 25 lakhs visitors each year.

Solang Valley – this place provides terrific glacier and snow views throughout the year and is best known for its adventure sports such as skiing. You can also try out some Chinese cuisines from local street vendors and can reach up to this famous spot via road.

Naggar Castle – this place is located in the Naggar town and is surrounded by the lush green forested hills throughout, which is indeed a treat to the eyes. This place has a historical touch, fireplaces, stone carnations and the wood and rock works inside the castle will leave you awestruck.

Some other places to have a look upon depending on your time and budget are Kullu, Kasol, Manu temple, and Hadimba temple .

Manali Culture

Talking about the culture of Manali, this place is abandoned with ancient legacy and historical artifacts. Rapid industrialization has not affected the festivals and traditions of this beautiful hilly region. Manali is known for its magnificent folk songs, indigenous arts, socio-cultural dress up, and food. the place also owns rich craft and carvings from the past civilizations.

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Availability of Basic Services

Talking about the availability of basic services, Manali has good internet network connectivity as compared to other hilly places. 4g network is found in most places and if you have an airtel network, then it is even better. Roads and connectivity of the Manali region are also good and despite being on rough terrain, one can self-drive and go around different places easily with a car, cab/taxi and bus. Manali has a huge number of tourists visits every year and thus it becomes increasingly important that the place is accustomed to good healthcare services. Manali is enriched with private and government hospitals, nursing homes, health clinics, and yoga institutions in order to take care of its lovely visitors. Other than these, the place is flooded with a lot of shopping and food stalls where all the essentials can be easily bought.

In the end, one can be totally assured that a trip to Manali will surely be the one worth remembering and this place has something for each one of us whether it’s a family trip, honeymoon couples, school-college friends’ reunion or our fellow solo Travellers. Overall, this place is a complete package of entertainment, thrill, refreshment, and a break from the routine boring life.

 Is Manali safe?

Manali is absolutely safe for Travellers of all kinds. The place has a lot of visitors at all times and the incidence of unfortunate events happening is quite a rarity. Local people of the place are very helpful and all the basic services are easily available nearby so one need not fear while planning their trip to Manali.

Do I need medical clearance to trek in Manali?

No medical clearance is needed while planning a trek in Manali. Due to covid restrictions, negative RT-PCR results and vaccination certificates might be needed in some places. For your own safety carry a medical kit and other essentials in your backpack while trekking.

How many days are needed for tourism in Manali?

Entire Manali can be ideally covered in 3-4 days if you plan your activities and places to visit wisely without wasting time on too much resting or unnecessary shopping and dining. It also depends upon the good Manali tour and Manali package selected by the traveler.

When does it snow in Manali?

Snowfalls are common in Manali during the peak winter months of December and January. During this time, the place experiences a heavy layer of snow coverings all over and this is the best time for adventure enthusiasts to go skiing.

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Our tour packages to Manali are curated by travel experts and designed in a way to get most out of your trip to Manali. One will witness dense forests, snow-capped mountains and stunning sceneries on their Manali trip.

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About Manali

Manali is a beautiful tourist destination located in the Beas River Valley. It is a pictureseque hill station in India Himalayas and home to various beautiful spots, such as Jogini Waterfalls, Manikaran Gurudwara, Hadimba Temple, Solang Valley, Gulaba Valley, Rohtang Pass and Vashist Hot Springs. Manali offers manay adventure activities too. If you are an adventure enthusiast, this is your goto destination. One can indulge in many adventure sports, such as trekking, camping, river rafting, paragliding, and more. So if you’re looking for the perfect holiday destination, look no further than Manali. Get your Manali tour package from India Thrills, and look forward to an amazing Holiday in Manali

Best Time to Visit Manali

March to June and October to December are perfect times to visit Manali. The same months are also the peak seasons in Manali. Both seasons has its own coulours. During summers people visit here for calm & cold weather and in winters, Manali become snow-covered fairy land which entice tourist to visit this stunning hill stations.

Top Tourist Attractions to visit on your Manali Trip

The hill station Manali is blessed with many beautiful places. Here are the top 8 places to visit on your Manali trip:-

Jogini Waterfalls: Jogini Waterfalls is a beautiful location to explore and be around. You need to complete a trek to reach the Jogini Waterfalls. It is a very short and easy trek of 2-3 hrs. 

Manikaran Gurudwara: Manikaran Gurudwara is a major tourist attraction in Manali. Its beautiful location and some magical wonders make it a must-visit place in Manali. Taking holy dips in the hot springs here is very popular among the devotees.

Solang Valley: Solang Valley is a must-visit spot in Manali. You can have a memorable time here enjoying the snow. Skiing is a very popular activity here, during which you can catch sight of mount Ladakh, mount hanuman tibba, and mount friendship. 

Hidimba Devi Temple: Hidimba Devi Temple is a major tourist spot in Manali. You can visit this temple and appreciate its beauty. Spend a peaceful time here with your family or loved ones. 

Rohtang Pass: Visiting Rohtang Pass is a dreamy experience for every tourist in Manali. It is located at a distance of 51 km from Manali, accessible from May to November only. You can enjoy paragliding, snow scooter, skiing, and other exciting, adventurous activities here.

Naggar Castle: If you want to plan a stay in a very offbeat location, away from the hustle and bustle of main Manali, then this is your spot. It is located in Naggar town and is beautiful to explore and even enjoy a staycation. 

Gulaba Village: Gulaba Village is a beautiful place to visit and explore on your Manali Tour package. This village is located en route Rohtang Pass. You can indulge yourself in trekking and camping here at the Gulaba Village.

Manu Market: Want to shop for the most authentic Tibetan Jewellery in Manali? Manu Market is your spot, then. Located near the Mall Road of Manali, this market is famous amongst tourists for the various cuisines one can find here and for the amazing Tibetan stuff.

With so many places to visit, people get overwhelmed, therefore tour packages to Manali covers these places one by one in sightseeing tour. So don’t forget to tell your itinerary expert about your favourite places to visit in Manali.

Best things to do on your Manali Tour

There are many things to do in Manali. Read about Top 8 things you can do on your trip to Manali:

Paragliding: Manali is an adventure hub indeed, and if you are an adventure junkie, paragliding is a must in Manali. Fly high in the sky and catch a bird’s eye view of Manali. Solang Valley, Fatru, Marhi, etc., are Manali’s top paragliding locations. To book your manali paragliding visit here . 

Camping: Camping in Manali is one of the most exciting things to do here. You can opt for trekking camps, riverside camps, jungle camps, night camps, etc., whichever you like best. This would be a memorable experience for sure.

Trekking: Trekking in Manali is a very famous and must-do thing. There are various treks here which you can go on with your family too. Hampta pass trek, ChandraTal lake trek, bijli Mahadev trek, Parashar lake trek, etc., are some of the popular treks here.

Hadimba Temple: Visiting Hidimba Devi Temple is a must-to-do thing for tourists in Manali. It is one of the major tourist destinations. This temple’s stunning surroundings and exceptional architecture make it everybody’s favourite destination in Manali.

Shopping on Mall Road: Shopping on Mall Road will be a memorable experience for you. It is one of the most loved things among tourists. Shop for souvenirs for your loved ones from various handicraft and cultural shops here. 

Enjoy a Ropeway Ride: Enjoy a Ropeway Ride at Solang Valley in Manali. This is an exciting experience which you should not miss. This activity would cost you around Rs 500 for a round trip.

Mountain biking: If you are an adventure lover, then mountain biking should be on your Manali itinerary. This activity can be done from the Solang ski pass to old Manali. The price ranges from Rs 500 to Rs 1000 depending upon season to season.

Exploring wildlife: Want to know more about the wildlife in Manali? Visit the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary. You can learn so much about the diverse variety of flora and fauna of Manali here. If interested, you can go camping here too.

Some FAQs About Manali Tourism:

From being the best destination for adventure sports to having beautiful tourist attractions, Manali is famous among tourists around the globe. Its natural and picturesque beauty wins over everyone’s heart. Manali is also a tourist favourite for its wide variety of delicious cuisines.

On average, a 3-night 4 days Manali tour costs 13,800 rupees per person with stay, meals – breakfast, transfers and sightseeing included.

Manali is famous for the variety of adventurous things it offers its tourists. You can participate in various exciting adventures here, such as Paragliding, Skiing, River Rafting, Ropeway Ride, Mountain Biking, Camping, Trekking, and more.

The summer and winter season in Manali is the peak tourist season in Manali. Avoid visiting here from July to September as it is the monsoon season. It is not safe around rains here, so it is not advised to plan a trip to Manali this season.

Manali is a hub for adventure activities. Adventure junkies can participate in various enthralling activities here, such as River Rafting, Mountain Biking, Trekking, Paragliding, etc. This would be a very special and memorable experience for you.

Hadimba Temple, Rohtang Pass, Gulaba Village, Solang Valley, Manikaran Gurudwara, Vashishtha Temple, Chandratal Lake, Old Manali, Mall Road, Naggar Castle, Manu Market, Jogini Waterfalls are some of the top places to visit in Manali.

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• December 27, 2023 in Adventure , City Tours , Cultural Tour , Discover , Experience , Historical tour , Nightlife , tour and travel , Winter

Are you planning a vacation to Himachal Pradesh soon? A trip to Manali must be on your checklist. Manali is renowned for its snow-capped mountains and picturesque scenic views. It is located within the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges and is the go-to destination to beat the scorching heat during the summer. No matter which time of the year you visit, the destination is a perfect getaway for nature and adventure sports enthusiasts.

But while packing your bags, you must know what to wear and carry in Manali whether you plan your winter or summer trip. The blog post covers a descriptive checklist of what you need in Manali and how staying in OYO family hotels can be your best choice. Thus, let’s dig in!

Essentials You Must Carry on Your Manali Trip

The following are the essentials you should carry on your Manali tour:-

Warm Clothes

Warm clothing is a must for a trip to Manali, especially during winter or autumn. Even if you visit Manali in summer, you must carry light, warm clothing and thermal innerwear. The temperature at night falls to zero, and you will need warm clothing to guard yourself from cool temperatures. Carrying light-warm apparel like sweatpants, joggers, sweatshirts, hoodies, socks, jackets, etc., will allow you to enjoy your outing comfortably. 

Polarised Shades

The altitude of Manali and its surrounding areas, like the Rohtang Pass, makes it perfect for carrying polarised shades to drive the glare away. Suppose you are exploring snow-covered areas. In that case, wearing sunglasses becomes vital for protection against harsh ultraviolet areas.

The beautiful hill town of Manali is adequately connected to many tourist spots. Daypacks or backpacks are essential for carrying important items and documentation to attractions such as Solang Valley, Jogini Falls, Rohtang Pass, etc. You can also stuff water and quick snacks like dry fruits, cakes, and biscuits in the backpack or daypack. In skincare, keep sunscreen lotion and lip balm near you. Furthermore, these places are best explored while keeping your hands free, so adding a durable backpack is advisable.

Medications

The journey to Manali commences from plains to snow-capped mountains and settles with a serene valley. Packing a small medicine emergency kit is a sound decision, particularly when travelling with a family and small children. Therefore, it is recommended to carry medications for motion sickness, nausea, cold, fever, and vomiting.

Camera and Batteries

Cameras, batteries, and other electronic accessories are other essentials. Remember to take spare batteries. Also, have extra chargers to charge multiple devices at a single time. A power bank is handy and vital, especially if you habitually scroll your phone, capturing pictures and sharing them on your social media accounts. It is advisable to have two power banks because finding a charging port can become challenging in deserted areas.

Every adventure activity you enjoy requires energy and strength. You must keep your energised and hydrated. Dry fruits, protein bars, and packed juices can help you regain energy. It is the best option, and it takes up little space in your bag. These items don’t stale easily and remain fresh for a long time. You can consume them whenever you want. Also, carry water when on your trip to Manali because you are required to hydrate yourself regularly.

There are some crucial documents you must carry wherever you go. The following are the travel documents you must carry:

• Original and photocopy identity documents
• Travel tickets
• Hotel Bookings
• Medical and travel insurance
• Passport-size pictures.

Why Book OYO?

Are you looking for the best family resorts in Manali ?  From premium to affordable, with OYO, your stay will be comfortable and enjoyable, offering high-class amenities in all the properties. Also, if you are travelling from Chandigarh, you can book your stay near the highway, but it is advisable to check the Manali Chandigarh highway status before travelling.

OYO caters to everyone’s diverse needs. Use the filters on the official website or the mobile application and search per your requirements and budget. You will find a plethora of OYO family hotels for your Manali tour. Some of the top-rated hotels are:

• Collection O 702734 Spex Hills
• Super OYO 91532 Hema Holiday Home
• Super OYO Collection O 10372 Hotel Whistling Winds

Each OYO family room hotel comes with basic amenities. You can enjoy a smooth Wi-Fi connection, round-the-clock hotel assistance and room service, clean linen, comfortable beds, and more. Moreover, booking OYO needs less paperwork, making your lodging procedure smooth and hassle-free.

Our extensive guide includes everything you may need on your trip to Manali. Carrying these essentials will help you to be prepared for any situation. Sometimes, the weather in hill stations can be unpredictable. So, always have a jacket with you in your entire trip. 

So, now that you know what you should pack on your Manali trip, what are you waiting for? Pack your bags, plan your holidays to Manali, and book your stay in OYO’s best family resorts !

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