Pathankot to Shimla Manali Tour Package - Picturesque views of the valley

Pathankot to Shimla Manali Tour Package: Overview

Relaxing in the lap of Himalayas, Manali and Shimla are two of the best tourist destinations in India. These two places have been ruling the hearts of the tourists for many years. The 6 days Pathankot to Shimla Manali Tour Package offers you amazing options for exploring the exquisiteness of both these places. From the Hadimba Temple of Manali to the Jakhu Temple of Shimla; our 8 days tour package will take you to every tourist hotspot in Shimla and Manali. 

The world of snow waits for you at Rohtang Pass where you actually get to see snow-capped mountains and roads. You can experience the adventure with thrilling sports like paragliding, horse riding, mountain biking, zorbing during your trip. 

Suitable for: Honeymooners, Families, Youngsters, Adventure enthusiasts, Photographers, Nature Lovers.

SHIMLA DEALS

Option 01: 05N/06D Shimla Manali Tour Package Ex Amritsar @ INR 17,500/- per person. t&c apply

Package Inclusion: Accommodation + Sightseeing + Private Vehicle + Breakfast and Dinner

Hotels Included: 2* Hotel Hari Palace (Shimla), 2* Hotel Mountain Inn (Manali)

Option 02: 03N/04D Manali Tour Package with 3 Star Hotel Ex Chandigarh @ INR 12,500/- per person. t&c apply

Package Inclusion: Accommodation + Sightseeing + Private Vehicle + Breakfast and Dinner

Hotels Included: 3 * Hotel Ocean Blue (Manali)

Option 03: 07N/08D Shimla Kullu Manali Rohtang Pass Tour Package Ex Delhi @ INR 23,800/-per person. t&c apply

Package Inclusion: Accommodation + Sightseeing + Private Vehicle + Breakfast and Dinner

Hotels Included:  2* Hotel Blossom (Shimla), 2* the Himalayan Escape (Manali)

Option 04: 04N/05D Manali Kangra Valley Tour Package Ex Amritsar @ INR 14,000/- per person. T&c apply

Package Inclusion: Accommodation + sightseeing + Breakfast and Dinner + Private vehicle

Hotels Included: 2* Vatsalyam Home Stay (Shimla), 2*Hotel Sheetal (Manali), 2* the Citadel Resorts (Kangra Valley)
 

Option 05: 06N/07D Shimla Manali Honeymoon Package at 5 star Resort Ex Delhi @ INR 39,500/-per person. t&c apply

Package Inclusion: Accommodation + Sightseeing + Buffet Breakfast and Dinner + Private Vehicle + Spa and Massage Facilities, Welcome Drink on arrival, Bed Decoration, Cake and Non alcoholic Wine.

Hotels Included: 5* Radisson Hotel Shimla (Shimla), 5* Span Resort & Spa (Manali)

What is Unique in Pathankot to Shimla Manali Tour Package and why

In this Package we arrange systematic tour guideline covers famous excursion and provides well ranked accommodation. Chance to grab and participate in world famous snow activities like Yak Rides, Skiing on the Slopes of Mahasu Peak, Spend some quality time in snow world Rohtang pass, Enjoy at beautiful view of glaciers and snow capped mountains in Solang Valley. Providing pick up drop from Pathankot and provide free to enjoy holiday under proper guideline this makes package unique from other

Pathankot to Shimla Manali Tour Package: Highlights

• Adventure activities and tour to famous tourist destinations in Shimla like Rohtang, Solang Valley and Kufri

• Indulge in paragliding and mountain trekking along with a plunge in Hot spring at Vashist

• Enjoy the scenic beauty of Dalhousie

• Visit two oldest churches build in British Era at Dalhousie

• Enjoy picturesque beauty of Khajjiar

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Package Inclusion:

• 07 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis

• Breakfast and Dinner

• Private vehicle for 08 days

• Tourist Guide

• Parking, Toll tax and driver hault

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Package Exclusion:

• Personal expenses like laundry, tips, telephone bill, etc.

• Evening snacks or any extra meal ordered

• Charges for adventure activities

• Entry fee at various sightseeing places

• Guide charges

• GST as applicable  

How to Reach Pathankot

By Flight: Pathankot have its own airport located 3 km from main city. It is mainly used by military. Pathankot Airport is well connected to the major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh and Kullu. The nearest International Airport from Pathankot is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar, roughly 119 Kms from the city.

By Bus: If you want to Pathankot by Bus, the main bus terminal in Pathankot is the Maharana Pratap Inter State Bus Terminal. The city has regular and direct bus services from various cities and towns.

By Train: The city has its own Railway Station named as Pathankot Railway Station. It is linked with the cities like Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Jammu, Jalandhar, Bathinda and Rourkela through Adi Jat Express. The route from Pathankot to Kangra Valley and Joginder Nagar is abounding with celestial scenic pizzazz.

Best time to visit Shimla Manali for Holidays

Summer Season is a popular tourist season in Shimla and Manali as the weather is quite pleasant and perfect for outdoor activities. The temperature is comfortable and usually varies between 15°C and 30°C. If you are into adventure sports then this is the ideal time to try paragliding, trekking, camping and rafting.

Places to visit in Shimla

Shimla Ridge: the town spills downwards, with winding roads linking up settlements and stone steps connecting each layer. The Cart Road encircles the base of the main settlement, and is the highest motor able road of Shimla. The Mall is open only to pedestrians. There is a lift run by the Himachal Tourist Department that connects the railway stations and Cart Road to the Mall.

The Mall Shimla: The Mall Shimla is the main attraction in Shimla, lined with shops selling woolen garments and shawls, handicrafts, departmental stores, eateries and old colonial timber houses. There is a palpable change of character from the times when the Mall was strictly out of bounds for all natives except royalty, to the Indian crowds that walk down it today.

Christ Church: At the eastern edge of the Ridge is the famous Christ Church, which was consecrated in 1857. It is a prominent yellow painted building with a Victorian-Gothic spire. In the church some of the finest stained glass windows in India depict faith, hope, charity, fortitude, patience, and humility.

Tudor Library: Nearby to the church is the mock- Tudor Library, which was built in 1910.

Scandal Point: On the other extreme of the Ridge is the Scandal Point. A statue of the Lala Lajpat Rai dominates the place and groups of local people gather here in the afternoon for some casual chit-a-chat. The temple of Kali Bari is nearby to the Scandal Point enshrines the idol of Shyamla Devi, the presiding deity of Shimla. Town Hall reminds of the colonial past of Shimla, the timber lined General Post Office and the old Gaiety Theatre remind of teh Britishb Era. This popular hall was home to the Shimla Amateur Dramatic Society, complete with a gentlemen’s club where the discussion veered around the noble pursuit of cricket and horse racing.

St. Michael’s Cathedral/ Shimla church: The other important church, St. Michael’s Cathedral, which is built like a cruciform, is just off the Mall. Vice Regal Lodge, now known as the Rashtrapati Niwas (President’s House) is the most impressive colonial edifice of Shimla, located on the top of Observatory Hill, this Elizabethan mansion was built in 1888 for Lord Differing. It now houses the Institute of Advanced Studies, and is open only in some parts to the public.

Cottages in Manali

Tree Hill Cottages: TA Rank (4.0) – Certificate of Excellence

Tree Hill Cottages uniquely designed twin properties located 18 km away from Solang Valley and few kilometers from famous Mall Road. Tree Hill Cottages & Kanyal Villas is a 3-star property with 3 cottages and one hotel located in Manali. Hotel offered deluxe rooms attached with balcony, colour television, safe, telephone, in-room menu, table lamp and writing desk are amongst the in-room features that ensure convenience and comfort.

Restaurant: Tree Hill Cottages Manali serves multiple Cuisines

Apple Bud Cottage: TA Rank (5.0) – Certificate of Excellence

The Apple Bud Cottages are located at upper Rangri, one km short of Manali town. The sublime beauty of snow capped mountains, deodar trees and gushing river, create a utopian world. We Offer nice accommodation with all prior facilities. Rooms classified as Royal Deluxe, Royal Super Deluxe and Luxury, feature all the desired amenities which make the stay comfortable.

Restaurant: Apple Bud Cottage serves Indian, Chinese and Continental delicacies

Apple Orchard Cottage: TA Rank (3.0) – Certificate of Excellence

Apple Orchard Cottage is a beautifully equipped property located 3 km away from Solang Valley and 16 km away from Hadimba Temple.  We arrange delightful deluxe room having wooden flooring are tastefully conferred with satellite television, room service, mineral water, hot/cold running water and balcony/sit out.  

Restaurant: Apple Orchard Cottage served Indian delicious home-cooked food

Hotels in Shimla

Standard Hotel: Hotel Hari Palace: TA Rank (4.0) - Certificate of Excellence

Hotel Hari Palace Shimla located on Kalka-Shimla national Highway. Offers you a holiday escape full of everlasting enjoy with a vast array of facilities and 24 hours service. We offer cozy and warm interiors and extremely attractive facilities and services.

Restaurant: Hotel Hari Palace serves Indian, Chinese and Continental meals.

Deluxe Hotel: V Resorts Mashobra Greens: TA Rank (4.5) - Certificate of Excellence

V Resorts Mashobra Greens located 15 km away from Shimla, tucked deep inside the pine forest. Rooms offered by Mashobra Greens are beautiful and bring the guests close to nature.

Restaurant: V Resorts Mashobra Greens offer Multi cuisines and good opportunity to enjoy some music or play some bon fire games while enjoying hot homemade soup followed by hot food served around the bon fire.  

Luxury Hotel: The Oberoi Cecil: TA Rank (5.0) - Certificate of Excellence

The Oberoi Cecil was the most exclusive hotel, known for its fabulous ballroom dances and fashionable facilities. The chandeliers, the wooden staircases and the plush rooms exude vintage romance.

Restaurant: The Oberoi Cecil serves local Himachali dishes with European and Asian specialties.

Chandigarh to Shimla Manali tour package

Holiday Travel India customizes all packages from all over the destination. Experts in Shimla Manali Himachal tour.

Chandigarh to Shimla Taxi

Chandigarh to Shimla distance by car is about 113 km and it takes 4.5 Hours to reach. The Chandigarh Shimla route is a national highway number 22 and well maintained, so don’t worry about road. In between the Chandigarh Shimla route visitors comes across Pinjore, Kalka, Parwanoo, Koti, Jabli, Sanwara, Dharampur, Kumarhatti, and then to bypass solan, Chambaghat, Kandaghat, Shogi, Taradevi, and then the final destination, the hill Queen Shimla.

Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass is located at an altitude of 13,054 ft, approx 53 kms away from Manali on Manali -Leh highway in Northern India.

It serves as the gateway to Lahaul and Spiti valleys in Himachal Pradesh. The name Rohtang is derived from Tibetan language meaning ‘a heap of dead bodies’ due to the number of people who lost their lives trying to cross it in the past.

The Rohtang Pass is situated on the Pir Panjal Mountain Range of the Himalayas. Besides Lahaul and Spiti, Rohtang Pass also serves as the gateway to Pangi and Ladakh region. Like the Zojila Pass, Rohtang also serves as the gateway to Ladakh.

Rohtang Pass Permit

If you are planning to visit Rohtang Pass, you might be aware that you need a permit to go beyond Manali. Himachal’s Tourism Development Council has started the facility where travellers can request for an online permit to visit Rohtang Pass. The morning session of allowing vehicles to enter the place to ply between 6:00 am to 9:00 am. Exactly 400 petrol variants and 200 diesel cars to be allowed in one session at one go

Solang Valley Activities

Solang Valley at 12 Kms from Manali is emerging as the adventure sports capital of Himachal Pradesh.

Paragliding at Solang Valley

Paragliding is an adventure sport and has its attendant risks. Go for options with trained pilots. Inspect that safety measures have been incorporated. A bird’s eye view of the surreal valley, an adrenalin rush and a memorable experience is all that Paragliding offers. In paragliding sport a person jumps from a high place (like Hills, cliff or an airplane) with a special parachute that allows him to go an extended horizontal distance before he land. As he is lifted up, from the ground he can fly like a bird in perfect weather conditions.

Timings for Paragliding at Solang Valley

• January to May: 09:00 am - 05:00 pm

• October to December: 09:00 am - 05:00 pm

• Closed during monsoons, rates may differ depending on the season

• Cost for Paragliding at Solang Valley

• The cost for Paragliding at Solang Valley is mentioned below. We have listed cost per person, adult and child fees along with eligibility criteria

• Solang valley paragliding charges            

• Solang valley paragliding charges Rs. 1000/- Per person

Shopping in Manali

Manali has many unique things that you seldom come across while visiting other places in India. The region is best known for its woolen shawls and Tibetan carpets, fur caps and mufflers, Tibetan arts and jeweler made of silver and turquoise all available at the Manali Bazaar. Selling local Kullu and Kinnauri shawls, rugs, caps and footwear, imported goods, besides a range of Tibetan handicraft items. It is more of a busy commercial street with modern concrete blocks of hotels that spill over with tourists in the peak season.

Kullu Manali Tourist Attractions

Beas Kund: Beas Kund is one of the most beautiful short trek in Himachal Pradesh. From Solang Nallah, the route winds through the famous Solang Valley. The meadows of Dhundi & Bakarthach are spectacular in its beauty. As you climb higher you reach the origin of River Beas. A small glacial lake is feeded by the melting snow of the higher peaks of the region. It is an ideal base camp for climbing nearby peaks Shitidhar and Ladakhi peak. The West side of Beas Kund is magnificent peak of Hanuman Tibba at an altitude of 5990 m, which access through tiny pass of above this lake.

Hadimba Temple: Hidimba Temple Manali is an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimba Devi, who was a character in the Indian epic, Mahabharata. The temple is surrounded by a cedar forest at the foot of the Himalayas.

Rahalla Falls: Rahala waterfalls are an aftereffect of the dribbling of water from precipitous rocks and imposing glaciers. It exhibits the exceptional beauty of the environment around. The entire area is bounded with the thick deodar forest, and lofty birch trees, which creates an unspoiled and pungent atmosphere. The amazing spectacle of a cascade in the backdrop of magnificent snow clad mountain peaks is really worthy for a watch and offers a wonderful experience that one cannot forget for a lifetime.

Tibetan Monasteries Manali: Manali is known for its shiny gompas or Buddhist monasteries. It is maintained by donations from the local community and by sale of hand-woven carpets in the temple workshop.

Gompa: Gelukpa Cultural Society Gompa: This Gompa has a prayer room crammed with statues of bodhisattvas, revered lamas and Buddhist deities. There’s also a small workshop producing Tibetan carpets.

Vashisht Temple Manali: Vashisht village is a green patch of steep hill hanging at the base on a cliff. The village is 6 km from Manali at the banks of the Beas River opposite Old Manali. The village of Vashisht was named after Rishi Vashisht one of the seven sages of Hindu. According to the legend, Rishi Vashisht was left depressed on finding out that his children had been killed by Vishwamitra. The water from this spring is believed to have great healing powers, which can cure many skin diseases and other infections. There are Turkish-style bath houses available here that contain the hot water from the springs, which are used to take bath and enjoy the warmth of the place in privacy.

Manu temple: This magnificent temple is dedicated to the sage Manu, who is said to be the creator of the world and the writer of Manusmriti. The Manu Temple is located in old Manali, at a distance of three kilometers from the main market. The temple is one of the prime attractions in Manali and is believed to be the same place where sage Manu meditated after stepping on earth.

Solang Valley: Solang Valley is a beautiful valley with enchanting views of snow capped mountains, thick conifer forest, lush green meadows and a meandering river. It is host to a spectrum of adventure activities. The valley is also blessed with a natural ice Shivling which forms in winter and remains till late summer at Anjani Mahadev. The winter skiing festival is organized here as well as training in skiing is imparted at this place. Solang Valley is also known as Snow Point is 13 km northwest of Manali and famous for its 300-meter ski lift. The Ski Lift ticket is Rs. 400 per head. It is a picturesque spot and offers splendid views of glaciers and the snow-capped mountains.

Rohtang Pass: One of the prime attraction for tourists is Rohtang la ( pass).Rohtang Pass is located at an altitude of 13,054 ft, 53 kms away from Manali on Manali -Leh highway in Northern India.It serves as the gateway to Lahaul and Spiti valleys in Himachal Pradesh. The Rohtang Pass is situated on the Pir Panjal Mountain Range of the Himalayas.Besides Lahaul and Spiti, Rohtang Pass also serves as the gateway to Pangi and Ladakh region. Like the Zojila Pass, Rohtang also serves as the gateway to Ladakh.

Snowfall in Kullu Manali in December

Manali in December is just like heaven, Snow can fall as the weather goes bad but most probably the snowfall happens in the last weeks of the month. It becomes a popular resort for skiing and ice skating enthusiasts. This beautiful place receives thousands of tourists during Christmas and New Year time.

Nightlife in Shimla

Shimla is more popular finding solitude in nature's arms. Being the only clubbing option in Shimla, Footloose is flocked with tourists and locals. The club boasts to invite the top DJs from North India. There are some pubs and bars are given below

Rendezvous Bar & Restaurant in Shimla

This place is more popular for bar and has a loyal clientele of youngsters as well as elder. Tasty and crunchy appetizers served here are perfectly complemented by the loud Punjabi music.

Footloose Disco in the Ritz

Footloose Discotheque is among the very few clubbing options of Shimla. Popularly referred to as the Ritz Discotheque, DJs is the main attraction here. Head to Footloose to catch the rare essence of this city's nightlife and team it up with a delicious dinner at the Ritz Bar & Restaurant next door.

Lobby Lounge

Lobby lounge is an excellent place to enjoy soft drinks and beverages in elegant atmosphere. It is one of the famous places in Shimla where one can spend time.

The Pub

Boasting of a well assorted range of premium and finest spirits, this contemporary hangout is the place for the ones young at heart. You will simply love the ambiance and smiling faces at the Pub

Disco in Manali Mall Road

Manali is a valley located in a Himalayan resort area in India. Holiday Travel India Ltd offers one of the prominent hotels located in Manali providing world-class Restaurant & Disco Pub. The multi-cuisine restaurant offers different type of dishes such as Traditional Himachali, Continental, Punjabi, Indian, South Indian, Maharashatrian, Chinese, etc.

Adventure sports in Manali/ Snow Activities in Manali

Beas River Rafting at Manali: If you wish to awaken the adventure enthusiast in you and are looking for the some gripping water sports. Start the River rafting you is provided with a crash-course of how to tackle the twist and turns of the path and the “Rapids”. The water currents will test your guts and grits and you will love the thrill and adventure of the whole thing. The rafters are given a brief introduction and made wary of the lurking dangers.
 

Paragliding: Surf along majestic mountains and get intimate with deep blue skies while paragliding in Manali.  Out of all the adventure sports and activities, paragliding is one of the most famous adventure sports among tourist of Manali.  In Last few year Manali became perfect paragliding destination which promises to awaken the true adventure enthusiast in you. Paragliding is a mix of Parachuting and gliding when you need to run down a slope and then glide with the glider. Manali provides you the conducive environment for Paragliding.

Skiing: Skiing is offered along with prior assistance and sessions, one can also go Skiing in Rohtang, Marhi, Gulaba and Dhundi. Manali is covered by beautiful deodar forests and huge peaks over 6000 Meter that offer various adventure activities for their tourist. Manali hill station offers great skiing opportunities for both beginners and professional skiers with a variety of snow layered slopes. The place becomes perfect for skiing from the beginning of the winters and stays that way till the late summers.

Hiking: There are numerous adventurous routes starting from Manali and gives you ideal conditions for hiking. The serene, beautiful, green, tranquil landscape and the panoramic view in and around Manali make it the destination for hiking. Hiking allows soaking in the beauty of serene landscapes.

Mountain Biking: Biking through the raw tracks of Manali’s hills requires a skilled handling of bicycle and a sound experience of cycling on rough mountain tracks.  Your stamina will be challenged by the terrain on the mountainous tracks which are rocky yet green and will rock you with its difficulty.

Mountaineering: Mountaineering in Manali for an unforgettable experience. It provides training facilities for basic and advance climbing both for Indian nationals and foreigners Mountaineering Institute in Manali organizes basic & advance training courses in, trekking, mountaineering, skiing and water sports. The tourists interested in mountaineering can visit this institute to enjoy sports activities like high altitude trekking, minor mountaineering, rock-climbing, skiing, high altitude rescue, and relief courses.

Zorbing: Zorbing is another recreational activity in Manali which has emerged as a great hill sport in Manali. Peoples from all over the country visit Manali to partake in Zorbing. So get ready to be Zorbed, wrapped inside a giant rolling ball, while you indulge in Zorbing in Manali and defamiliarize the familiar. The run is just less than 1km and our rates can be inclusive of transport from Manali and back.

Enjoy at Rohtang Pass

One of the prime attraction for tourists is Rohtang la ( pass).Rohtang Pass is located at an altitude of 13,054 ft, 53 kms away from Manali on Manali -Leh highway in Northern India.It serves as the gateway to Lahaul and Spiti valleys in Himachal Pradesh. The Rohtang Pass is situated on the Pir Panjal Mountain Range of the Himalayas.Besides Lahaul and Spiti, Rohtang Pass also serves as the gateway to Pangi and Ladakh region. Like the Zojila Pass, Rohtang also serves as the gateway to Ladakh.

Rock climbing in Manali

Manali is one of the best places for rock climbing. The exceptional and serene landscapes of Himachal Pradesh along with the endeavoring beauty and the thrill it posses can make anyone go crazy.

Weather in Rohtang

Weather in winter is pleasant and can enjoy the scenic beauty. Paragliding can be enjoyed here during this month. Yak rides can also be enjoyed.