Shimla Manali Tour Package From Kolkata / Chandigarh | 5 Nights 6 Days Himachal

5 Nights 6 Days Himachal Tour By Car, Chandigarh to Chandigarh

One of the top-tier popular destinations in northern India is the Himachal circuit. Especially, Shimla and Manali among them act as tourist magnets. Almost throughout the year, travelers flock to these places. The snow covered south western Himalaya, Pir Punjal and Dhauldhar range sketches a very different image to travelers who have visited the eastern Himalaya more. The Kullu and Solang valleys on the bank of Beas river are painted with varied shades of green. Shimla Manali tour package from Kolkata / Chandigarh includes deluxe stay, food (breakfast and dinner), pick-up drop sightseeing in Innova car starting from 9900 per head. We can make arrangement of flight from Kolkata if you wish (price not included) It will be a memorable experience of a lifetime, that is for sure.

The windy mountain roads make up for a nice backdrop for great cover pictures. If you are someone who wants to connect with nature on a spiritual level, Himachal has many options for you. The cultural diversity of the state is another thing that you should look forward to on your trip. Another thing you will love is the hospitality of the local people. On this trip, you will feel like you are in a home away from home in the hills.

Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. As a result, it is often a bit crowded throughout the year. Still, there are several points of interest that you should check on this trip. Also, you can make Shimla the base of your journey. Travel and go sightseeing in the nearby locations, and then come back to Shimla. As it is the administrative capital, you will find several stay options at a budget cost in Shimla. Also, you will love spending time in the mall. Classic buildings from the colonial time against a snowy backdrop of the mighty mountains, the imagery is beautiful here. It is a stay in heritage, where you will busk in the memory of the glorious past. Also, on the way, you can check out the UNESCO World Heritage, the Himalayan railway track.

In the Kullu valley is located another major destination of here- Manali. 42 km from Kullu town, Manali is much preferred by the tourists. If you are a mountain lover, you will love the experience here. Snowy peaks and the smell of pine trees will welcome you here. It is one of the oldest settlements in northern India. It is a quaint little romantic town in the lap of nature. You can spend time in calm and quiet unless you come here in the peak tourist months of the summer. Here, tourists flock from entire Northern India to get relief from the scorching heat at that time. From here, you can go check the famous Rohtang pass or the Solang valley.

Himachal has more to offer than Shimla and Manali. There are many offbeat locations tucked in places that offer calm and quiet along with bliss in nature. However, Shimla and Manali are some of the very best that exists in Himachal. You will have an amazing experience and great memories when you come on this trip.

So, why wait, book the 5 Nights 6 Days Himachal Package with (2 Nights Shimla & 3 Nights Manali) with Nomadic Weekends.

Package details:

1. Stay location: 2 nights Shimla, 3 nights Manali.
2. Pick up & drop services from Chandigarh.
3. Stay at Premium properties for 5 Nights on double occupancy (6 Adults Sharing 3 Rooms).
4. MAP Meal Plan – 5 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners Per Person.
5. Transfer taxes, parking, fuel & driver charges included
6. Pick up, Drop, and Sightseeing in Innova.

Itinerary of Shimla Manali tour package from Kolkata / Chandigarh:

Day 01: Flight from Kolkata to Chandigarh. Pick up from Chandigarh airport/Railway station and transfer to Shimla, Overnight stay at Shimla.

Day 02: After breakfast, please go to Kufri for sightseeing. Overnight stay at Shimla.

Day 03: Checkout from Shimla. Transfer to Manali with sightseeing on the way. Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 04: After breakfast, please go for a local sightseeing tour in Manali. Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 05: Manali to Solang valley trip. Overnight stay at Manali.

Day 06: Drive from Manali to Chandigarh airport/Railway station. The trip ends with happy memories.

Detailed itinerary:

DAY 1:

You will be picked up from Chandigarh railway station or airport, as per your schedule. The distance is about 130 km. It will take you about 4-5 hours to reach, based on the season, and traffic rush on the way. Shimla was the British summer capital of India. It has the nickname ‘Queen of the Hills’ from that time. Here, the summer is soothing, and the winter cold is bearable. You will have several viewpoints and waterfalls along the way and take some good snaps. After you reach Shimla, go to the pre-booked hotel. Freshen up and relax for the day. If you start early from Chandigarh, you will have some time in the early afternoon to check out the surroundings. Go to the mall, and check out the Kalibari on foot. Explore the busy life of Shimla- how a mountain capital goes on with its life. You can also go for a paid heritage walk through Shimla. Return to the hotel later in the evening and have your dinner. Rest for the night as you will have a busy day ahead.

Day 2:

Have your breakfast and you will have a day of sightseeing in front of you. In the first part of the day, check out Kufri. In the second part of the day, explore the local points in Shimla. You will reach Kufri by car which will be ready for you in the morning after breakfast. Kufri is about 20 km from Shimla, which will take about an hour to reach. If you come here in the winter, you will indulge in snow and fun. In summer though, the snow retreats and a green meadow will welcome you. Here, you will have time to check out the Himalayan Wildlife Zoo, which is a must if you are coming with family. For a friends-only trip and to have a fun time, you can also check out the Kufri Fun park. In these places, the entry and activity cost will be borne by you as it is not included in the package. After visiting Kufri, head back to Shimla and have a scrumptious lunch. Then you can check out the local sightseeing spots in the city. Do check out the Heritage Museum, Lakkar Bazaar, and Christ Church. After a while, go to the Jakhu Temple. You have to hike a bit before you see the beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman. Here you will see a 33-m Hanuman statue standing tall over the forest. Come back to the hotel and rest for the night, as you have a long journey tomorrow morning.

Day 3:

You have a journey of more than 250 km today. It will take about 7 hours to reach if you drive continuously. As you will take breaks for sightseeing and lunch on the way, it will take about 1-2 hours more. So, be prepared accordingly for this road trip experience. Have a filling breakfast in the Shimla hotel and check out. Try to start the journey early in the morning, so that you can avoid some of the busy traffic on the way. As you travel towards Manali, you can see the Sundar Nagar Lake and Pandoh dam on the way. If you are religious, you can also check out the Hanogi Mata Temple, and Vaishno Devi Temple. If you are a shopaholic, there is something for you in this road trip too. As you come near Kullu town, you will come across Pashmina Shawl showrooms. Based on your research and the driver’s suggestion, you can go on a shopping spree, but keep a mind to the clock. If you start very early in the morning, you will reach Kullu around noon. At that time, you can take part in the white water river rafting for about an hour. Keep in mind that the water activity cost will be borne by you. After that, reach Manali in the late afternoon. Check in at the hotel, as you have an overnight stay in Manali for the next three days. Rest for the night after having a good dinner at the hotel.

Day 4:

This day is somewhat of a relaxing day, as you do not have to travel a lot after yesterday’s journey. On this day, you will spend time local sightseeing in Manali. Freshen up in the morning and have your breakfast. Then start your day by visiting the Hadimba Devi Temple and Ghatotkacha Temple. These temples are dedicated to Mata Hadimba from Mahabharata and her son Ghatotkacha. Mata Hadimba is the most worshipped deity in these parts of Himachal, and she is also the guardian deity of Manali. After offering your prayers to the temple, come to the clubhouse for some fun and recreational activities. Here, you can go skating, ziplining, disco, etc. Later, visit the Sage Vashisht’s hot springs. If you bring extra clothes and a towel with you, you can also take a refreshing dip in the hot springs, which are said to have medicinal properties. After that, you will find temples dedicated to Lord Rama and Lord Shiva just across the hot springs. Pay a visit there too if you like. Take a walk on the Manu temple road, and visit the Manu temple, after whom Manali is named (Manu Alay- home of Manu, to Manali). Return to the hotel and have dinner. Rest for the night as you have a busy day of sightseeing ahead.

Day 5:

Have your breakfast and get ready for an exciting day ahead. Today, you will visit the famous Solang valley. It is about 15 km away and it takes around 30 minutes to get here. The place is famous for adventure activities. Here, you can visit the place with friends and family, as there is something for everyone here. You can take part in paragliding, horse-riding, trail rides, etc. Also, if you do not want to take that kind of risk, you can go for zorbing, ATV rides, etc. Here, the cost of activities will be borne by you. Also, before you take part in any activity, read about its safety protocols in detail so that you do not have any injury. Have a fun-filled day here and return to the hotel. Have your dinner and tuck in with happy memories.

DAY 6:

Have your breakfast in the hotel in Manali. This is the last day of your trip. You will be dropped in Chandigarh rail station/ airport as per your booking. The journey is 307 km long, which will take you about 8 hours to reach. So, if you have a booking in the forenoon, you have to start your journey early in the morning. It is better to book a flight or train later in the afternoon or late evening. In this way, you will have a relaxing trip back home, full of happy memories.

Things to carry in Shimla Manali trip from Kolkata:

The temperature in Shimla and Manali always stay moderate to cold. So, when you are travelling to Shimla and Manali, do not forget to pack warm clothes. You will be travelling most of the time in the sun. So, do bring your sunscreen and moisturizer. Also, if you are visiting places with snow in the middle of the day, do bring sunglasses with you to avoid glare. The most important thing that you should pack with you is the ID cards, which you will need in most of the places to enter. Also, in places of adventure sports, it is a must. Don’t forget printout of tickets, booking voucher and covid certificates.

When you are coming to Shimla and Manali, taking a good DSLR camera or action cam is advised based on the type of trip you are looking for. Even though mobiles take good photos now a days(iOS and Pixel FTW), but they do not always do justice to the beauty of Himachal. Do not forget to bring the prescription medicines and emergency medicines with you. Also, bring comfortable shoes with you as you will have to walk a bit to visit the places.

Himachal weather:

Himachal weather is soothing in summer. At that time, the lower regions are somewhat warm with the rest of North India. However, Shimla and Manali stay cool most of the time. The lowest temperature from March to June is 15 to 25 °C. From July to October, the monsoon season hits. At that time, the temperature is from 12 to 20 °C. From November to February, it is winter. At that time, the temperature is about 5 to 15 °C.

Best time and Time to avoid:

The best time to visit Shimla and Manali is in summer. Travelers flock from the Northern India to escape the summer heat at that time. The weather is soothing and pleasant. You can see some of the peaks from here. Some people also travel to Shimla and Manali in late winter. At that time, temperature may fall near the freezing point. The sky remains foggy, but when the cover lifts, you will see snowy peaks all around.

The monsoon beauty of the mountain is unparallel. However, at that time, roads may be closed due to landslide in several places. At this time, tourists get stuck on the road. So it is a season that can be avoided.

Shimla Manali tour package from Kolkata / Chandigarh Route map:

Kolkata to Chandigarh

Chandigarh to Shimla

Shimla to Manali

Manali to Solang Valley

Manali to Chandigarh

Why Nomadic:

Nomadic Travels has experience in the field for years. If you want an assured travel experience free from any worries, it is the best service you will get from us. Also, our entry-level cost is budget-friendly. If you are traveling with family and friends, you will get value-for-money service from us. For an amazing trip that will be cherished for years to come, pick Nomadic travels as your tour partner.

Package Includes:

1. Lodging (2 nights Shimla, 3 nights Manali)
2. Foods (5 Breakfast 5 dinner) – Per Person
3. Mentioned Sightseeing
4. Transportation Chandigarh to Chandigarh

Package Excludes:

1. Packaged Drinking Water
2. Soft Drinks
3. Alcoholic Beverage
4. Bar-B-Que
5. Extra order food
6. Which is not mentioned in the package includes.
7. Ziplining, Disco, Water-sports, Paragliding, Zorbing, ATV Rides, Horse-riding, Trail-rides, etc.
8. Flight and Train Tickets (Will be arranged with extra cost)

Shimla Manali tour package from Kolkata / Chandigarh cost:

INR 9,900 + 5% GST per person for 5 nights 6 days (Based on 6 Adults- twin sharing basis) – Chandigarh to Chandigarh railway station/airport.

** We can arrange flight from Kolkata to Chandigarh if you need. Prices for that is not included above. Charges will depend on the time of booking as its dynamic price. But if you book early charges will be less.

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