Shimla & Manali Mountain Getaway
About this package
India's favourite hill station combination — the colonial charm of Shimla and the adventure playground of Manali. Ride the iconic toy train to Shimla, stroll the Mall Road, then drive up to Manali for snow-capped peaks, apple orchards, Buddhist monasteries, and the Solang Valley adventure zone.
Highlights
- UNESCO Kalka-Shimla Toy Train ride
- Shimla Mall Road and Christ Church
- Solang Valley snow activities
- Rohtang Pass (seasonal) – snow and glaciers
- Hadimba Devi Temple, Manali
- Old Manali cafes and Tibetan market
- River Beas camping and bonfire
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive Shimla by Toy Train
Board the iconic UNESCO Kalka-Shimla narrow-gauge toy train from Kalka. Arrive Shimla afternoon. Check in to hotel on the Ridge. Evening stroll on Mall Road.
Meals: Dinner
Stay: Hotel, Shimla
Shimla Sightseeing
Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge, Jakhu Temple (monkeys and mountain views). Afternoon at Kufri for scenic views and local activities.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel, Shimla
Shimla to Manali – Scenic Drive
Drive through the stunning Kullu Valley. En route stop at Kullu's Shawl factories and the Parvati Valley viewpoint. Arrive Manali evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Stay: Hotel, Manali
Manali Local Sightseeing
Visit Hadimba Devi Temple amid cedar forests. Tibetan monastery and Tibetan market. Old Manali village and its charming cafes. Beas River walk.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel, Manali
Solang Valley Adventure
Full day at Solang Valley — zorbing, paragliding, ropeway, and skiing (seasonal). Breathtaking views of Himalayas. Bonfire and barbecue evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Stay: Hotel, Manali
Rohtang Pass Excursion
Early morning drive to Rohtang Pass (3,978m) for snow, glaciers, and panoramic Himalayan views (seasonal – May to November). Return and explore Manali market.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: Hotel, Manali
Departure
Check out and drive back to Chandigarh or Delhi for onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
What's Included
- 7 nights in 3-star and 4-star hotels
- Daily breakfast + select dinners as per itinerary
- All transfers by private AC vehicle
- Kalka-Shimla toy train tickets
- Solang Valley activities package
- English-speaking guide
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
Not Included
- Airfare or train fares
- Travel insurance
- Rohtang Pass permit (₹500/person)
- Personal expenses
- Tips