5 Nights 6 Days Manali, Rohtang Pass & Jispa Tour
Overview
This tour goes beyond Manali's usual sightseeing and up into the high, dry valleys of Lahaul. After an overnight Volvo from Majnu Ka Tila in Delhi, you spend your first day in Manali on Mall Road and in its cafés, then head up to Rohtang Pass, at almost 4,000 metres, with a stop at Sissu village on the far side of the range.
On day four you drive through the Atal Tunnel into Lahaul, stopping at Sissu and at Keylong, the district headquarters, before a night at Jispa on the Bhaga River. The next day starts early on the Manali–Leh highway: Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, one of the highest lakes in India, and Baralacha Pass at close to 4,900 metres, weather permitting, before the long drive back to Manali.
This is for the type of traveller who wants the big mountain scenery and is OK with long drives and high altitude. You're on double occupancy in 3 star hotels in Manali and a hotel or camp at Jispa (with breakfast each day). Rohtang and Baralacha passes are subject to permits, road opening and weather so the plan is based on the conditions on the day.
Package Features
Board at Majnu Ka Tila and wake up in Manali.
High pass at its best, great views and a stop in Sissu village.
Sissu and Keylong on the way to Jispa.
A small village on the Bhaga River in Lahaul.
Deepak Tal and Suraj Tal on the Leh highway.
Close to 4,900 metres, weather permitting.
Include Features
- 4 nights' stay on double occupancy: 3 nights in 3-star hotels in Manali and 1 night in a hotel or camp at Jispa
- Daily breakfast
- Overnight Volvo from Majnu Ka Tila (Delhi) to Manali, and from Manali back to Delhi
- Pick-up in Manali, transfers and sightseeing by vehicle as per the itinerary, including the Rohtang, Jispa and Baralacha drives
- Sightseeing and activities as listed in the itinerary
- GST
Excluded Features
- Travel to the Majnu Ka Tila boarding point in Delhi
- Lunch and dinner, including meals during the overnight journeys
- Rohtang Pass vehicle permit charges and any other entry or permit fees, unless confirmed in your quotation
- Entry tickets and camera fees, unless specifically included
- Personal expenses such as shopping, laundry, phone calls and tips
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed under Included
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Delhi to Manali – Overnight Travel
- Board the Volvo bus at Majnu Ka Tila in Delhi for the overnight journey to Manali.
- Leave the plains behind as the road heads north into Himachal Pradesh.
- Overnight travel by Volvo bus to Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Overnight Volvo from Delhi to Manali
Day 2 Manali Pick-up & Overnight Stay
- Arrive in Manali and get picked up from the designated location.
- Check in to your hotel and freshen up after the journey.
- Spend the rest of the day on Mall Road and café hopping around Manali – an easy day that also helps your body adjust before the high passes. Overnight stay in Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Mall Road exploration, café hopping
Day 3 Manali – Rohtang Pass – Sissu – Return to Manali
- Depart from Manali in the morning for Rohtang Pass, at almost 4,000 metres, subject to the vehicle permit and the road being open.
- Take in the wide views of peaks and glaciers from the top of the pass.
- Continue to Sissu village in Lahaul, known for its waterfall and its setting on the Chandra River.
- Return to Manali in the evening. Overnight stay in Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Rohtang Pass, Sissu village
Day 4 Manali – Keylong – Jispa
- After breakfast, check out and drive through the Atal Tunnel into the Lahaul Valley, with high mountain scenery along the way.
- Stop at Sissu and at Keylong, the headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti district, to explore the area.
- Continue to Jispa, a small village on the Bhaga River, and check in to your hotel or camp. Overnight stay in Jispa.
- Highlights of the Day: Atal Tunnel, Sissu, Keylong, Jispa
Day 5 Jispa – Deepak Tal – Suraj Tal – Baralacha Pass – Return to Manali
- Start early for a scenic drive along the Manali–Leh highway to Deepak Tal, a small lake near Jispa.
- Continue to Suraj Tal, one of the highest lakes in India and the source of the Bhaga River.
- Drive up to Baralacha Pass, at close to 4,900 metres; this visit is subject to weather and road conditions.
- Take your photographs, then drive back to Manali, arriving in the evening. Overnight stay in Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Deepak Tal, Suraj Tal, Baralacha Pass
Day 6 Manali at Leisure – Depart for Delhi
- After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
- Spend the day at leisure exploring the local markets, café hopping and shopping.
- In the evening, board the Volvo bus for Delhi. Overnight travel by Volvo bus, reaching Delhi the next morning.
- Highlights of the Day: Local markets, café hopping, shopping
Payment Policy
- An advance payment is required to secure your booking; the balance is paid as per the schedule in your booking confirmation.
- Your booking is confirmed only after the itinerary is agreed, the advance is received and Luxe Trail Holidays sends you a written confirmation.
- Full payment may be required at the time of booking for peak season dates, special hotel rates and certain activities.
- If payment is not received by the due date the booking becomes subject to the relevant cancellation terms.
- Price per person on double occupancy including GST.
Refund Policy
- Cancellation charges will vary depending on when we receive your request, the hotels and transport suppliers' own policies and any peak season restrictions. The applicable charges are shared with your quotation.
- Refunds are processed once the relevant suppliers approve them, so timelines can vary.
- Refunds are made to the original payment method or another method agreed with you.
- Non-refundable amounts, supplier fees and bank or payment-processing charges may be deducted.
- If a service cannot be provided because of weather, road closures, government orders or other events beyond our control, a refund or an alternative arrangement is offered as per the supplier's terms.
Policy & Important Term
- Every traveller must carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, voter ID or driving licence). Foreign nationals need a passport with a valid Indian visa.
- Vehicles to Rohtang Pass need a permit issued by the Manali administration, and the number of permits each day is capped; the permit charge is not included unless your quotation says so.
- The Rohtang Pass and the road to the Baralacha Pass are closed by snow for the majority of the winter and are only opened each year following snow clearance. Visits are therefore entirely at the mercy of the road opening, the weather and government orders.
- Baralacha Pass is just short of 5000m. Please drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and let us know of any pre-existing heart, lung or blood pressure condition as altitude can have an effect on anyone.
- The order of the sightseeing may change due to traffic, weather or local events.
- The vehicle is provided for the routes in the itinerary. Any additional trips or detours will be charged separately.
- Standard check-in and check-out times apply. Early check-in following the overnight journey is possible subject to availability.
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FAQ's
Is a permit needed for Rohtang Pass?
Yes, vehicles heading for the Rohtang Pass require a permit from the Manali side and only a limited number are issued per day so the visit is dependent upon securing a permit for your date. The permit fee is not included in the package price unless that is specifically stated in your quotation and we will of course take you through the process.
When is Rohtang Pass open?
Rohtang Pass is closed by snow for the majority of the winter. It typically reopens to tourist traffic in late spring/early summer once the road has been cleared and then closes again with the first significant winter snowfall. The precise dates for reopening and closing are announced each year by the local authority so it's worth checking with us prior to booking.
Is the altitude safe on this tour?
Most people do just fine, Baralacha Pass is right at 4900m though so take it easy. You should rest on day one in Manali, drink lots of water, avoid alcohol and let your driver know if you get a headache, nausea or breathlessness. Anyone with heart, lung or blood pressure problems should see a doctor first.
Where do we stay in Jispa?
Your night in Jispa is at a hotel or a camp (depending on availability for your dates) on double occupancy. Jispa is a small village on the Bhaga River just beyond Keylong and it's cold at night there even in summer so do take a warm jacket, a cap and gloves.
Do we reach Delhi on day 6?
No. On day 6 you take the evening Volvo from Manali, overnight journey and arrive in Delhi the next morning. Please plan any onward train or flight for the day (later that day) as mountain road travel times can be unpredictable, particularly in the monsoon.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast is included at your hotels in Manali and at Jispa. Lunch and dinner are not, and the food stops on the Lahaul roads are just simple roadside dhabas. You'll need to carry snacks and water for the long drives to Rohtang and Baralacha.
