Exclusive Package for Himachal
Detailed itinerary:
Day 1 : Pick up from Chandigarh and drive to Shimla
Pick up from Chandigarh in the afternoon and drive to Shimla which is approx 115 Kms which is 4 hrs journey. Shimla is the capital of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayan foothills. Once the summer capital of British India, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Kalka-Shimla Railway, completed in 1903. It’s also known for the handicraft shops that line The Mall, a pedestrian avenue, as well as the Lakkar Bazaar, a market specializing in wooden toys and crafts. On arrival, check -in at the hotel, take rest and overnight stay at hotel,
Day 2 : Shimla -Full Day trip to Kufri & Local
After Breakfast, proceed to your trip to Kufri..The highest point in the surrounding region, Kufri has a Himalayan wild life zoo which hosts rare antelopes, felines and birds including the Himalayan monal, the state bird of Himachal Pradesh. During winter a meandering path through the potato plantations turns into a popular ski track. Evening sightseeing to ridge, christ church, scandal point and mall road etc .Return in the evening to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3 : Shimla – Manali via Manikaran
Today after breakfast you will check out from the hotel in Shimla and we will drive you to Manali. It is a beautiful day of drive through the beautiful valleys of Sundernagar, Mandi, Pandoh Dam, Hanogi Devi temple, Kullu. The valley in between Mandi to Manali, we drive along the Beas river and the drive is full of scenic views and we will stop for various picture breaks, lunch break and comfort breaks on the way.
On arrival at Manikaran, visit The Rama Temple here is built in the pyramidal style and is dedicated to Lord Rama. and the Gurudwara of Shri Narayan Hari, who built it almost 60 years back. Today it provides the daily langar service (free meal) to lots of people.
Later on, continue our drive to Manali where you will arrive by evening. On arrival In Manali check in to your hotel. dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4 : Gulabo and Solang Valley
After breakfast visit Solang valley and Gulaba. On The Way Visit Kothi Which Is Supposed To Be The First Village On The Banks Of Beas River, Gulaba Which Is Considered As A Picnic Spot And Starting Point To Brighu Lake Trekking. You can then proceed to Snow Point Or Solang Valley Which Is A Picturesque Setting, This Has Good Ski Slopes and Picnic Spots. It Has The Glacier Closest To Manali. Today You Can Do Adventure Sports Most Commonly Offered Are Snow Scooter, Skiing, Parachuting, Paragliding And Zorbing At Solang Valley. Evening Drive Back To Hotel. Night Stay in Manali.
Day 5 : Drive from Chandigarh to Manali
Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Chandigarh which is approx. 308kms and will take 8-9 hrs to reach. Take rest and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6 : Chandigarh Local & Drop
Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to visit Chandigarh Local like:- Sukhna Lake, Rock garden etc (depending upon time) Drop you at the airport in afternoon for your journey further .End of tour with beautiful memories.
For more information, you can read our blog on Manali:
https://hitchhiketours.com/2019/02/24/manali-paradise-calling/
Recommendation from Hitch-Hike:
Carry a sweatshirt and shoes for travelling. You can carry an umbrella also in case it rains. Though the temperature is predicted to be be 25 degree in Shimla and 15 degree in Manali but is likely to fall when it rains. So, carry warm clothes when traveling to hills in North-India.
If you need any clothes or shoes to wear for snow, you can get on rent which is easily available.
Happy hitchhiking!