Himalaya Escape 6 days

Arrival Delhi → Shimla

Arrival in Delhi at 02:50. Meet & greet at the airport.
Drive to Shimla (7–8 hrs). Check-in and rest.
Shimla is one of India’s most iconic hill stations, located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, at an altitude of around 2,200 meters above sea level. Once the summer capital of British India, it still carries a strong colonial character blended with Himalayan landscapes.

Overview
Shimla is known for its cool climate, pine-covered hills, and panoramic mountain views, making it a year-round destination, especially popular during summer and winter seasons.

Key Highlights
Mall Road – the heart of the town, lined with cafés, shops, and colonial-era buildings.
Christ Church – one of the oldest churches in North India, famous for its neo-Gothic architecture.
Kufri – a nearby spot known for snow activities and Himalayan views.
Viceregal Lodge – a grand British-era building, now housing the Indian Institute of Advanced Study.
Atmosphere
Shimla combines:

Colonial charm (old buildings, narrow streets, heritage hotels)
Natural beauty (cedar forests, valleys, mountain air)
Relaxed pace (ideal for walking, light exploration, and scenic stays)
Nights: Snow Lotus, Shimla/similar
Dinner

Shimla Sightseeing
Shimla:After Breakfast Excursion to Kufri. Kufri is famous for its Himalayan National Park, Poney and Yak Ride and One can see the endless Himalayan Panorama from Kufri, after lunch sightseeing of various places in and around. Shimla mosques built in (1830), Vice regal Lodge built in (1885), Christ Church built in (1844), The Gaiety Theatre- the first beauty contest of world was supposed to start (1887), The Grindlays Bank (1912)- the world wide bank started by Robert Melville Grindlay, The Scandal Point and The famous Shopping Plaza of the North The Mall.


Snow Lotus/similar
🍽 Breakfast & Dinner

Shimla → Manali (265 km | ~8 hrs)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Manali through scenic Himalayan roads. En route, visit Sundernagar, Pandoh Dam, Hanogi Mata Temple, and enjoy views of Kullu Valley. Continue along the Beas River and arrive in Manali by evening.


Manali is a charming alpine town set at around 2,050 meters in the Himalayas. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and pine forests, it offers a mix of nature, adventure, and relaxed mountain lifestyle.

Highlights:

Hadimba Devi Temple – set in cedar forest, unique wooden architecture
Solang Valley – hub for paragliding, skiing, and snow activities
Rohtang Pass (seasonal) – dramatic high-altitude landscapes
Old Manali – cafés, laid-back vibe, mountain views
Manali is ideal for both leisure and soft adventure, offering fresh mountain air, riverside scenery, and unforgettable Himalayan panoramas.

🏨 Overnight: Manali Grand, Manali/similar
🍽 Dinner

Manali
After breakfast excursion to Solang Valley  and back to Hotel O/N Hotel.

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Excursion to Rohatang Pass till snow point  (Excursion to Rohtang Pass (Guest Own on direct payment & Subject to Permit). Situated at an altitude of 3979 mtrs above sea level and 51 kms outside Manali is the mighty Rohtang Pass - the gateway to Lahaul-Spiti valley. It affords a wide panoramic view of the mountains. Here one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendour. At the top of the pass the air seems to glitter against the snow as you look down over herringboned ridges into the Lahaul valley. Evening at Leisure. O/N Hotel  (Closed on Tuesday)


Overnight: Manali Grand, Manali/ Similar
🍽 Dinner

Manali Sightseeing and drive to Mandi
Discover the alpine beauty of Manali.
Visit the ancient Hadimba Devi Temple set among cedar forests, and explore Solang Valley known for its open views and adventure activities.

A perfect day combining nature, culture, and soft adventure.
Overnight: Mandi


Overnight: Manish resort /similar
🍽 Dinner