Duration
6D / 5N
Pick Up
Chandigarh
Drop
Chandigarh
Min Age
Solo & Group
Tour Type
Customised FIT
Operating
Jan - Dec
About Tour Package
Discover the mountains your way with Gotrip Experience's Himachal Tour Packages, specially designed for travelers who want the freedom to explore Himachal Pradesh at their own pace. From peaceful colonial hill stations and scenic river valleys to adventure-filled mountain escapes, our customized FIT tour package gives you the flexibility to experience the best of Shimla and Manali. Explore Christ Church, The Ridge, Jakhoo Temple, Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht Hot Springs, Old Manali cafés, and the high-altitude thrills of Solang Valley with handpicked stays and dedicated private transfers.
Colonial Charm of Shimla: The Ridge, Mall Road & Jakhoo Temple
Scenic Mountain Drive Across Bilaspur, Mandi & Beas River Valley
Manali Exploration: Ancient Hadimba Temple, Vashisht & Old Manali
Excursion to Solang Valley for Alpine Vistas & Adventure Sports
Detailed Itinerary
- Your Himachal adventure begins from Chandigarh, where the Gotrip team welcomes you and the scenic journey towards the Queen of Hills commences.
- Drive through the beautiful Himalayan foothills along the Himalayan Expressway, enjoying refreshing weather and panoramic valley views.
- Upon reaching Shimla, check in to your hotel and take some time to relax after the road journey.
- Later, explore the nearby surroundings, take a peaceful stroll, or simply soak in the cool mountain atmosphere.
Meal Plan: Dinner | Overnight Stay: Hotel, Shimla
- Wake up to the refreshing mountain air and enjoy a hearty breakfast before exploring the iconic attractions of Shimla.
- Visit the famous Mall Road, The Ridge, Christ Church, and Scandal Point, soaking in the grand neo-Gothic colonial architecture.
- Explore Lakkar Bazaar, renowned for handcrafted wooden artifacts, dry fruits, and local souvenirs.
- Visit the revered Jakhoo Temple perched atop Jakhoo Hill, the highest peak in Shimla, featuring the magnificent 108-foot statue of Lord Hanuman.
- Spend your evening at leisure enjoying local cafés and scenic sunset views across the Shivalik ranges.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight Stay: Hotel, Shimla
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin your scenic mountain drive towards Manali, one of India's most beloved Himalayan destinations.
- The road journey takes you through picturesque mountain landscapes, passing Bilaspur, Sundernagar Lake, Pandoh Dam, and the roaring Beas River Valley.
- Enjoy numerous photo halts and refreshing mountain views as the road gradually winds deeper into the Himalayas.
- On arrival in Manali, check in to your hotel and unwind. The evening is free to explore Mall Road or relax at your resort.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight Stay: Hotel, Manali
- After breakfast, set out to explore the cultural and spiritual highlights around Manali.
- Visit the historic Hadimba Devi Temple, a four-tiered wooden pagoda temple set amidst dense, towering cedar forests.
- Explore the ancient Manu Temple and walk through the traditional stone and timber homes of Old Manali.
- Visit Vashisht Village, celebrated for its natural hot sulphur springs with dedicated bathing tanks and ancient stone shrines.
- Stroll through Van Vihar alongside the Beas River, visit the Tibetan Monastery, and spend your evening exploring vibrant Old Manali cafés.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight Stay: Hotel, Manali
- After breakfast, head towards Solang Valley, one of the most celebrated and picturesque alpine destinations in Himachal Pradesh.
- Surrounded by towering snow-capped peaks and glaciers, Solang Valley offers breathtaking natural beauty.
- Depending on the season and weather conditions, you can enjoy optional adventure activities such as paragliding, ropeway cable car rides, zorbing, and quad biking (at personal expense).
- Capture stunning mountain photographs and enjoy the pristine alpine air before returning to Manali by late afternoon.
- Spend your final evening shopping for Kullu shawls, wooden crafts, and fresh fruit preserves.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner | Overnight Stay: Hotel, Manali
- Enjoy your final breakfast in the mountains and complete hotel check-out formalities.
- Begin your return drive towards Chandigarh, taking in the last scenic vistas of Himachal's lush valleys and pine hills.
- Our team will transfer you to Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.
- Depart with lifelong memories of pine-scented hills, colonial Shimla streets, and Manali's mountain adventures!
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Package Includes
- 02 Nights hotel accommodation in Shimla
- 03 Nights hotel accommodation in Manali
- Accommodation on Sharing basis
- MAP Plan: Daily Breakfast & Dinner at hotels
- Pickup and drop-off at Chandigarh
- All transfers & sightseeing by private Sedan, SUV, or Tempo Traveller
- Dedicated on-call assistance throughout the trip
- All toll taxes, parking fees, fuel costs & driver allowances included
Package Excludes
- 5% GST extra on total billing
- Train or Airfare to and from Chandigarh
- Early check-in & late check-out charges at hotels
- Snacks, lunches, beverages, and en-route transit meals
- Optional adventure activities (paragliding, zorbing, ropeway, rafting)
- Personal expenses (room heater, tips, laundry, phone calls, minibar)
- Medical costs & emergency evacuation expenses
- Costs arising from natural calamities, snowfall, landslides, or road delays