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Himachal Itinerary- Shimla (3) - Manali (4) - Chandigarh (1) (Ex-Delhi)

This is a regular tourist itinerary for visiting Shimla and Manali, the premier hill stations in Himachal Pradesh. This is a summer itinerary and recommended between March-November. Chandigarh is access point for both Manali and Shimla and its now a bustling mini-metro with some interesting sightseeing spots around. 


Day 1
- Proceed from Delhi and Reach Shimla (380 kms - 8 hours). Relax for rest of the day.
Day 2-  Full Day sightseeing various view points around Shimla (Mashobra, Naldehra, Kufri, Shilon Bagh and Chail) including Golf Course at Naldehra, High altitude Zoo at Kufri and Chail Palace at Chail.
Day 3
- Spend the whole day relaxing and visit Shimla Mall Road in the evening.
Day 4
- Start Early for Manali (260 kms via Arki-Bilaspur-Mandi-Kullu) and reach within 8 hours. Rest for the remainder of the day.

Day 5
- Proceed for Half day sightseeing for Rohtang (50 kms). Visit Local Temples (Hadimba Temple, Vashisht hot water springs) in the Afternoon.
Day 6
- Visit Kullu region and Manikaran hot springs during the day. Visit Tibetan market and shopping areas around the Mall area.
Day 7 -
Visit Solang Valley and Indulge in some Adventure Sports OR Relax for the rest of the day.
Day 8 - Proceed to Chandigarh (300 kms - 8 to 9 hours). Rest for Rest of the Day.
Day 9 - Visit Rock Garden, Mansa Devi Temple at Panchkula, Sukhna Lake Boating, Museum etc. Leave Chandigarh by late afternoon and reach Delhi (5 hours) by night. 

Recommended Accommodation Option

Chandigarh

Manali Shimla

All options

Span Resort Woodville Palace
  Holiday Inn Manali Springfields
  Apple Country Radisson Jass
  All options in and around Manali All options in and round Shimla
     

Access - Chandigarh (Gets daily flights from New Delhi and Mumbai). Ambala is a major railhead 30 kms South of Chandigarh. Delhi is an International Airport and gets flights and trains from all over india.

Note: Above is an indicative itinerary and can be customised as per your requirements.

Please email to hp05@nivalink.com with dates of travel for a firm quote (hotel cost and transportation) with an indicative itinerary. 

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