Himalayan Escape
Shimla, Kullu, Manali, Solang
Deodar forests, the Beas running beside you, and mountain air.
Day-by-day itinerary
A working plan, not a fixed one — days can be swapped, shortened or extended to suit your dates.
Day 1
Arrive Shimla
Picked up from Chandigarh or Delhi and driven up. An evening walk on the Ridge and Mall Road as the lights come on.
Day 2
Shimla & Kufri
Kufri, Green Valley, Jakhoo temple and Christ Church, at a pace that leaves time to sit somewhere with a view.
Day 3
Shimla to Manali
A long, beautiful drive along the Sutlej and the Beas, with stops at Sundernagar lake, Pandoh dam and Kullu.
Day 4
Solang Valley
Solang for snow and paragliding in season, with Rohtang Pass as an option on permit.
Day 5
Manali, unhurried
Hadimba temple in the deodar forest, Vashisht hot springs, Manu temple and the cafés of Old Manali.
Day 6
Kullu day
River rafting on the Beas, Manikaran Sahib gurudwara, and the weavers where the Kullu shawls come from.
Day 7
Departure
Drive down to Chandigarh or Delhi for your onward flight or train.
What is included
- Handpicked mountain stays with breakfast and dinner
- Private vehicle and driver for all transfers and sightseeing
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and taxes
- 24×7 concierge for the full journey
Not included
- Airfare or train fare
- Rohtang Pass permit and local union cab charges
- Adventure activities and personal expenses
About this package
How much does the Himalayan Escape cost?
We do not publish a fixed price, because two people rarely travel this journey the same way. The cost depends on your dates, how many are travelling, the level of stay you want and how much of it we arrange. Send us your dates and you get a written, itemised quote — free, and with nothing hidden in it.
How many days is the Himalayan Escape?
This itinerary runs 6 Nights / 7 Days covering Shimla, Kullu, Manali, Solang. It can be shortened or extended to fit your leave dates.
What is the best time to visit Shimla?
March to June, September to December is generally the best window for this trip in terms of weather and sightseeing. We can also advise on off-season dates where the same itinerary costs considerably less.
Is the Himalayan Escape suitable for families and senior citizens?
Yes. We adjust drive times, add rest days and choose hotels with lifts and accessible rooms when the group includes children or elderly travellers. Mention it in your enquiry and the itinerary is rebuilt around it.
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