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Shimla and Manali tour

9-day private tour

Our nine days Shimla and Manali tour is perfect for travellers who want to experience the natural environment of the Himalayas in a short amount of time. This tour connects Delhi, Shimla, Manali and Chandigarh.

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Lotus Temple, Delhi
Day 1

Your arrival in Delhi

While you are landing at Delhi airport, we will be waiting for you at the arrival gates. After a warm welcome, your driver will transfer you to your hotel. You can take the rest of the day to relax at the hotel but we are at your disposal if you want to go anywhere. Overnight in Delhi.
Day 2

Delhi

Our Shimla and Manali tour starts with Delhi, India's national capital. In the morning, we will drive you to Old Delhi, the historic part of the metropolis. Our first stop will be the Red Fort (closed on Monday), which served as the primary residence of the Mughal Emperors. After that, we will drive you to Jama Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India.
In the heart of Old Delhi, we will drive you to Chandni Chowk, a busy shopping area with narrow side streets crowded with tiny shops.
In New Delhi, you will visit Humayun's tomb, the tomb of the Mughal Emperor Humayun. We will then head to Qutub Minar. A short drive later, you discover the impressive flower-like shape Lotus Temple. Then, you will visit the President’s House and the Parliament’s House. Finally, we will drive you to the India Gate. Overnight stay in Delhi.
Shimla and Manali tour
Winter in Shimla
Day 3

Delhi to Shimla

In the morning, we will drive toward Shimla, the capital and the largest city of Himachal Pradesh. On arrival, you can enjoy walking around The Mall road with its stunning heritage buildings, small shops and restaurants. Overnight stay in Shimla.
Day 4

Shimla

The fourth day of our Shimla and Manali tour is dedicated to Shimla. After breakfast, we will drive you to visit Himachal State Museum. After lunch, you will visit the Sankat Mochan Temple, dedicated to Hindu deity Hanuman. Then we will head to Jakhu Hills where you can visit Jakhu Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Hanuman. Then we recommend visiting Kalibari Temple. Later in the day, we will drive you to Kufri, a hill station near Shimla. Overnight stay in Shimla.
Shimla and Manali tour
Manali
Day 5

Shimla to Manali

In the morning, we will drive towards Manali, a high-altitude Himalayan resort town. On arrival in Manali, you can visit Mall Road Market with its shops and restaurants. Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 6

Rohtang Pass near Manali

The fourth day of our Shimla and Manali tour is dedicated to the beauty of the Himalayan mountains. After breakfast, we will drive you to Rohtang Pass. Known for its scenic beauty, the Pass offers a beautiful view of glaciers, peaks, Lahaul Valley and the Chandra River. Enjoy the experience to be on top of the world.
Evening return to Manali so you can enjoy the town at your leisure. Overnight stay in Manali.
Hadimba Devi Temple, Manali
Hadimba Devi Temple, Manali
Day 7

Manali

After breakfast, you will visit Hadimba Devi Temple, an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, wife of Bhima. Then you will take a bath at Vashisht Bath, a 300 years old temple dedicated to sage Vashisth in hot springs. Then we will head to Manu temple. In the afternoon, you will walk in Van Vihar, a communal garden with a Tibetan Monastery. Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 8

Manali to Chandigarh

After breakfast, we will drive toward Chandigarh, the capital of Punjab and Haryana, which was designed by the Swiss-French modernist architect, Le Corbusier. Enjoy the evening walking around the city. Enjoy the evening at your leisure. Overnight stay in Chandigarh.
Rock Garden, Chandigarh
Rock Garden, Chandigarh
Day 9

Chandigarh to Delhi

This is the last day of our Shimla and Manali tour. After breakfast, visit the Rock Garden. Then we recommend visiting the Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, Asia's biggest rose garden. We will finish our tour with Sukhna Lake, a reservoir at the foothills of the Himalayas.

After lunch, we will drive towards Delhi. On arrival in India's national capital, we can drop you off at the airport or hotel. This is the end of our Shimla and Manali tour.

We hope our Shimla and Manali tour will be the highlight of your holidays in India. If you stay a bit longer in our beautiful country, you will enjoy our one-day private tour of Agra. During this private day tour, we will drive you around so you will visit the most iconic places of the pink city. You will see the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and the Baby Taj.
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