A Shimla Manali tour is a perfect getaway to experience the beauty of the Himalayas, lush valleys, colonial charm, and thrilling adventures. This 5-night, 6-day itinerary ensures a memorable journey through two of India’s most famous hill stations.
Next Day proceeds for full day sightseeing tour of Kufri and local Shimla, you can go for buying some gifts for your family, relatives, colleague if you wish to evening return to hotel dinner and overnight stay.
Advance Study: Indian Institute of Advance Study” State Museum it was known as the Visceregal Lodge at that time. Many historic decisions, including the Shimla Conference of 1945 and the Separation of Pakistan and East Pakistan in 1947, have been taken in this building. A residential centre for higher education, the Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS), is located on Observatory hill – one of the seven hills of Shimla. Formed in 1964, this institute was formally inaugurated by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan – the former President of India on 20th October 1965.
The history of this learning centre is more than 100 years old. IIAS was originally built as home for Lord Duffein, who was the Viceroy of India during the years 1884 and 1888.
Sightseeing on This day:
Next Day proceeds for full day sightseeing tour of Kufri and local Shimla, you can go for buying some gifts for your family, relatives, colleague if you wish to evening return to hotel.
Kufri: - Activity By your own:
Kufri: Kufri (7000 ft ASL - 25 km from Shimla) is one of the highest points around Shimla and renowned for snow experience in winter. Kufri otherwise is a popular getaway and visited for good views, touristy activities and nourishing & heartening climate. "Kufri is a hillside getaway near Shimla mostly preferred by Couple, Family. The best season or months to visit places in Kufri are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. In winters the slopes around are good for local getaway seekers for some fun skiing.
Afternoon moves to Jakhoo Temple. Jakhoo Temple is an ancient temple in Shimla, dedicated to the Hindu deity, Hanuman. It is situated on Jakhoo Hill, 2.5 km /1.3 miles east from The Ridge, Shimla at a height of 2,455 m above sea level after that explore local Shimla.
Next Day drive to Manali (270km-07-08 hour). On the way to Manali, you will visit Sundernagar Lake, Pandoh dam, Vaishno Devi Temple, Kullu overnight stay at Manali.
On Route:
Next Day proceed to a local sightseeing tour, visit “Hidimba Devi Temple” landmark of Manali, also known variously as the “Hadimba Temple”. It was built-in 1553 and an enormous rock occupies the inside of the temple, only a 7.5 cm (3 inches) the tall brass image representing goddess Hidimba Devi. Next is “clubhouse” The Club House with its comprehensive facilities that include a roller skating rink, an auditorium, billiards rooms, a library, a bar, and a restaurant makes a wonderful outing for the day.” Tibetan Monastery, Van Vihar and “Vashisth” famous for its hot springs overnight stay in the Manali.
Sightseeing on This day:
Next Day drive to towards Solang Valley (12 km) from Manali. Visit Solang Valley and enjoy Ropeway & other activities, paragliding, Zorbing (cost extra). overnight stay in Manali.
Solang Nala (Valley): Solang Nala (Valley) derives its name from a combination of words Solang (Nearby village) and Nullah (water stream). It is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh, India 14 km northwest of the resort town Manali on the way to Rohtang Pass, and is known for its summer and winter sport conditions. The sport’s most commonly offered are parachuting, paragliding, skating, and Zorbing. Snow melts during the summer months starting May and skiing is then replaced by Zorbing (a giant ball with room for 2 people which is rolled down a 200-meter hill), paragliding, parachuting and horse riding. A ropeway was recently opened. Going to the summit can be possible by ATVs, Ropeway or Climbing (Trekking).
Solang Valley Famous for Activities (cost extra)
(Please note, suggested activities are not included in the package)
