Shimla and Manali
5 nights, 6 days. Two nights in Shimla and three in Manali, by private car from Chandigarh.
The Shimla and Manali is a 5-night, 6-day private trip covering Shimla and Manali. It starts at Chandigarh and ends at Chandigarh. Prices start at ₹13,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 540), land only, before 5% GST. Season: All year. Snow is most likely from late December to February.
Route
- Shimla2 nights
- 250 km via Kullu, about 7 hours
- Manali3 nights
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 5 nights, 6 days |
|---|---|
| Start | Chandigarh airport or railway station. Shimla is about 3.5 hours away. |
| End | Chandigarh, about 8 hours from Manali |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner every day |
| Car | Etios or Dzire for 2 to 3 people. Innova Crysta for 4 to 6. |
| Longest drive | About 8 hours, Manali to Chandigarh |
| Highest point | Atal Tunnel area, about 3,100 m, on a day trip |
| Permits | Rohtang Pass needs a permit and is quoted separately. |
| Flights | Not included. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan. |
| Season | All year. Snow is most likely from late December to February. |
Stays by category
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shimla, 2N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury resort |
| Manali, 3N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel | 5-star hotel or luxury resort |
Hotel and houseboat names are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Day by day
- Day 1
Chandigarh to Shimla
Pickup in Chandigarh. Drive to Shimla. Evening walk on Mall Road and the Ridge.
- Day 2
Shimla and Kufri
Morning trip to Kufri. Afternoon free in Shimla.
- Day 3
Shimla to Manali
A full driving day along the Beas river through Kullu.
- Day 4
Solang and Atal Tunnel
Solang Valley, then through the Atal Tunnel to Sissu. Activities are paid on the spot.
- Day 5
Manali
Hadimba temple, Vashisht, Old Manali and Naggar Castle.
- Day 6
Manali to Chandigarh
Drive back to Chandigarh for your flight or train.
What the price covers
Included
- Stays in your chosen category, twin sharing
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Private car with driver for all transfers and the sightseeing listed
- Pickup and drop in Chandigarh
- Driver costs, fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- Rohtang Pass permit and vehicle
- Paragliding, skiing and other activities
- Delhi transfers, quoted separately
- Flights or trains
- Lunch and entry fees
- 5% GST
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included
Payment and cancellation
30% advance confirms your booking. The balance is due 15 days before arrival.
| You cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before | 10% |
| 15 to 29 days before | 25% |
| 7 to 14 days before | 50% |
| 3 to 6 days before | 75% |
| 0 to 2 days, or no-show | 100% |
If roads close or a government advisory stops travel, you get a credit note valid for 12 months, or a refund minus costs suppliers will not return. Read the full policy.
Questions and answers
How much does the Shimla and Manali cost?
Standard from ₹13,000, Deluxe from ₹20,000, Premium from ₹38,000 per person on twin sharing, land only, before 5% GST. Prices are valid until 31 March 2027 and are confirmed on enquiry.
Are flights included?
No. The price covers stays, breakfast and dinner, and a private car with driver. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan.
When does the Shimla and Manali run?
All year. Snow is most likely from late December to February.
Can the trip start from Delhi?
Yes. A Delhi start adds about five hours of driving each way and is quoted separately.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or the form on this page. We reply with a written plan that names the hotels. A 30% advance confirms the booking and the balance is due 15 days before arrival.