07 Nights / 08 Days: The Grand Himachal Triangle (Shimla, Manali & Dharamshala)

Quick Trip Overview

• Duration: 07 Nights / 08 Days

• Route: Chandigarh/Delhi → Shimla (2N) → Manali (3N) → Dharamshala (2N) → Chandigarh/Delhi

• Best For: Families, Honeymooners, and Group Tours.

• Pickup/Drop: Chandigarh or Delhi (Airport/Railway Station).
  
  Price Starting from: INR 30,250/- Per Person
  
  

Detailed Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to Shimla

Pickup from your preferred location (Delhi or Chandigarh) and drive toward the "Queen of Hills."

• Highlights: Enjoy the scenic Himalayan Expressway. Upon arrival, check in and spend a relaxing evening at The Mall Road, The Ridge, and Scandal Point.

• Overnight: Shimla
  
  

Day 2: Kufri & Shimla Sightseeing

Head to Kufri (2,500m) for a day of fun and nature.

• Activities: Visit the Himalayan Nature Park, enjoy horse riding to Mahasu Peak, and explore the Jakhu Temple (the highest point in Shimla).

• Evening: Visit the Viceregal Lodge (Indian Institute of Advanced Study) to witness British-era architecture.

• Overnight: Shimla
  
  

Day 3: Shimla to Manali (The Scenic Transit)

A long but beautiful drive (approx. 7–8 hours) alongside the Beas River.

• En-route Stops: Visit the Pandoh Dam, Hanogi Mata Temple, and a Kullu Shawl Factory.

• Adventure: Optional river rafting in the icy waters of Kullu.

• Overnight: Manali
  
  

Day 4: Manali Local Sightseeing

Discover the charm of this world-famous hill station.

• Highlights: Visit the 450-year-old Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht Hot Springs, and the Tibetan Monastery.

• Evening: Stroll through the vibrant Manali Mall Road.

• Overnight: Manali
  
  

Day 5: Solang Valley & Atal Tunnel Excursion with Koksar

A day dedicated to snow and high-altitude thrills.

• Adventure: Head to Solang Valley for paragliding, zorbing, and skiing.

• Engineering Marvel: Drive through the Atal Tunnel (the world’s longest highway tunnel above 10,000 ft) to catch a glimpse of the Lahaul Valley.

• Overnight: Manali
  
  

Day 6: Manali to Dharamshala

Depart for the spiritual hub of Himachal (approx. 6–7 hours).

• En-route: Enjoy views of the majestic Dhauladhar ranges and visit the lush green tea gardens of Palampur.

• Overnight: Dharamshala/McLeod Ganj
  
  

Day 7: Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj Exploration

Immerse yourself in the "Little Lhasa" of India.

• Spiritual Stop: Visit the Tsuglagkhang Complex (His Holiness Dalai Lama Temple) and the Namgyal Monastery.

• Sightseeing: Explore Bhagsunag Waterfall, the ancient St. John in the Wilderness Church, and the serene Dal Lake.

• Overnight: Dharamshala
  
  

Day 8: Departure to Chandigarh/Delhi

After breakfast, bid farewell to the mountains as you drive back to Chandigarh or Delhi for your onward journey.

Package Inclusions

Inclusions ✅
07 Nights Hotel Accommodation
Breakfast & Dinner at all hotels
Private AC Vehicle for all transfers & tours
Tolls, Fuel, Parking, and Driver Allowance

Essential Travel Tips

1. Clothing: Pack light woollens for Shimla/Dharamshala and heavy woollens/jackets for Manali and Solang Valley.

2. Health: Carry basic medicines for motion sickness, as the drive between Manali and Dharamshala involves many curves.

3. Shopping: Buy authentic Tibetan handicrafts in McLeod Ganj and world-class shawls in Kullu.

4. Photography: Keep your camera ready for the Pandoh Dam—it’s one of the best photo stops on the trip.