Romantic Manali, Shimla & Kasol Getaway for Couples (6N/7D)
Overview
This romantic Himachal getaway links three very different hill escapes in one week: colonial Shimla, the snow valleys around Manali and the riverside village of Kasol in the Parvati Valley. Your driver will pick you up in Delhi and the journey starts with the drive up to Shimla, a day at Kufri and the Himalayan Nature Park and then an evening on Mall Road (Christ Church, Scandal Point and the Gaiety Theatre all along the Ridge).
Day three crosses into the Kullu Valley past Sundernagar Lake and the Pandoh Dam, with optional river rafting near Kullu. Three nights in Manali give you time for the Hadimba and Vashisht temples, Van Vihar, the Tibetan monasteries and a full day at Solang Valley. The final night is spent in a camp by the Parvati River at Kasol following a visit to the Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and its hot springs.
The itinerary is ideal for couples and honeymooners who want to spend time together as much as they want to see the sights. Evenings are left free for Mall Road walks and café dinners, you travel by private vehicle throughout, and you stay on double occupancy with breakfast every morning – in 3-star hotels in Shimla and Manali and a riverside camp in Kasol.
Package Features
Your driver meets you at Delhi airport or railway station.
The Ridge, Christ Church, Mall Road and Himalayan views.
Hadimba Temple, Vashisht hot springs and Van Vihar.
Glacier views and optional paragliding, zorbing or skiing.
A night beside the Parvati River after Kasol market.
A holy gurudwara and a dip in natural hot water.
Include Features
- 6 nights' stay on double occupancy: 2 nights in Shimla and 3 nights in Manali in 3-star hotels, and 1 night in a riverside camp at Kasol
- Daily breakfast
- Pick-up from Delhi airport or railway station and return drop in Delhi
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle as per the itinerary
- Sightseeing and activities as listed in the itinerary (items marked at your own expense are extra)
- GST
Excluded Features
- Flights or train tickets to and from Delhi
- Lunch and dinner
- River rafting in Kullu and Solang Valley activities such as parachuting, paragliding, skating, zorbing and skiing (at your own expense)
- 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 Shimla
- Your driver meets you at Delhi airport or railway station for the drive to Shimla, about 350 km, roughly 7–8 hours.
- Travel via the Chandigarh bypass, with stops along the way for refreshments.
- Climb from the plains past Parwanoo and Solan into the pine-covered hills of Shimla.
- Check in to your hotel on arrival and spend the rest of the day relaxing after the drive. Overnight stay in Shimla.
- Highlights of the Day: Scenic drive via the Chandigarh bypass, arrival in Shimla
Day 2 Shimla Local & Kufri Sightseeing
- After breakfast, drive to Kufri, about 16 km from Shimla, known for its cool climate, pine-covered slopes and wide Himalayan views.
- Visit the Himalayan Nature Park near Kufri, where you can see native Himalayan animals and birds.
- Back in Shimla, walk along Mall Road and the Ridge to see Christ Church, Scandal Point, the Gaiety Theatre and the Town Hall.
- Spend the evening at a café on the Ridge or browsing the Mall's shops. Overnight stay in Shimla.
- Highlights of the Day: Kufri, Himalayan Nature Park, Mall Road, The Ridge, Christ Church, Scandal Point, Gaiety Theatre, Town Hall
Day 3 Shimla to Manali via Kullu
- After breakfast, check out and set off for Manali, a full day's drive of about 250 km with hill views along the way.
- Stop at Sundernagar Lake and the Pandoh Dam on the Beas River.
- In Kullu, browse the local market and, if you like, go river rafting on the Beas (at your own expense).
- Continue to Manali and check in to your hotel by evening. Overnight stay in Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Sundernagar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Kullu market, river rafting (optional)
Day 4 Manali Local Sightseeing
- After breakfast, visit the Hadimba Temple, a wooden shrine in a deodar grove, and the Vashisht Temple, known for its hot springs.
- See Van Vihar, a riverside park of tall deodars beside the Beas, and the Tibetan monasteries in town.
- The evening is free to explore Mall Road, shop at the local markets or find a quiet café for two. Overnight stay in Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Hadimba Temple, Vashisht Temple, Van Vihar, Tibetan Monasteries, Mall Road
Day 5 Solang Valley Excursion
- After breakfast, drive to Solang Valley, about 13 km from Manali, between Solang village and Beas Kund, with views of glaciers and snow-capped peaks.
- The valley is known for its ski slopes and has a ski lift set up by the mountaineering institute for training.
- Try parachuting, paragliding, skating, zorbing or skiing, depending on the season (at your own expense).
- Return to Manali in the evening. Overnight stay in Manali.
- Highlights of the Day: Solang Valley, ski slopes, paragliding, zorbing, skiing (optional)
Day 6 Manali to Kasol
- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kasol in the Parvati Valley.
- Explore the Kasol market, with its cafés and small shops along the river.
- Visit the holy Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and take a dip in the hot spring pool inside the complex.
- Return to the camp and spend the evening beside the Parvati River. Overnight stay in the camp at Kasol.
- Highlights of the Day: Kasol market, Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, hot springs, Parvati River
Day 7 Departure to Delhi
- After breakfast, check out and set off on the drive back to Delhi.
- Travel down through the Kullu Valley and Mandi towards the plains.
- The drive takes most of the day, so book your onward flight or train for late night or the following day.
- Get dropped in Delhi to return home with memories of the hills and a promise to come back.
- Highlights of the Day: Return drive to Delhi, departure
Payment Policy
- An advance payment is required to secure your booking, the balance as per the schedule in your booking confirmation.
- Your booking is only confirmed once the itinerary has been agreed, the advance has been received and Luxe Trail Holidays have sent 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.
- Package price is per person sharing and includes GST.
Refund Policy
- Cancellation charges will vary depending on when we receive your request, the individual hotel and transport supplier policies and any peak season restrictions. The relevant charges will be included in your quotation.
- Refunds are processed once the relevant suppliers have approved them so the timescales can vary.
- Refunds are made to the original method of payment or to another method agreed by 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.
- The Kasol night is in a riverside camp; facilities differ from a hotel, so carry a warm layer and a torch.
- Cover your head and remove your shoes inside the Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara.
- River rafting and Solang Valley activities are run by local operators, depend on the season, water levels and weather, and are at your own expense.
- The sequence of the sightseeing will be subject to change due to traffic, weather or local events; snow in winter and landslides in the monsoon can of course put the mountain roads at a standstill.
- The vehicle is provided for the routes in the itinerary; extra trips or detours are charged separately.
- Standard check-in and check-out times apply. Early check-in and late check-out are possible subject to availability.
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FAQ's
Is this Himachal tour suitable for a honeymoon?
Yes. It's for couples (in a private vehicle), with double occupancy rooms, free evenings in Shimla and Manali and a riverside camp night in Kasol. If you'd like a room upgrade, a candlelit dinner or flower decoration then just ask us and we'll add those on to your quote at an additional cost.
What is the best time for a Shimla, Manali and Kasol trip?
March to June is pleasant in all three locations and ideal for Solang Valley activities and rafting in the Kullu area. Kufri and Solang see snow in December and January though it's quite cold at night (particularly at the Kasol camp). July to September is monsoon and the mountain roads are prone to landslides so you'll need to be flexible.
How long are the drives on this tour?
Delhi to Shimla is 350km (7-8 hours), Shimla to Manali is 250km (a full day with stops at Sundernagar and Pandoh), Manali to Kasol is a fairly short transfer and the final leg from Kasol back to Delhi will take most of a day so you'll need to plan your onward travel for either late night or the following day.
Are rafting and Solang Valley activities included?
No. River rafting on the Beas near Kullu and the Solang Valley activities – parachuting, paragliding, skating, zorbing and skiing – are at your own expense. They depend on the season and weather, and you can book them on the spot or ask us to arrange them in advance.
Where do we stay in Kasol?
Your night in Kasol is spent in a camp beside the Parvati River, on double occupancy with breakfast. The other 5 nights are in 3 star hotels (2 in Shimla, 3 in Manali). Take a warm layer as the riverside nights in the valley can be quite cool even in summer.
Can we change the route or add nights?
Yes you can add a night in Manali or Kasol, upgrade your hotels or change the order of the sightseeing days. Just let us know your travel dates and preferences and we'll send you back a revised itinerary and quotation with the new price.
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