National journeys
Himachal Pradesh
Pines, Peaks & Apple OrchardsClassic Shimla–Manali loop with Kasol / Solang stopovers. Ride the UNESCO Kalka–Shimla toy train, roast apples over bonfires at a Manali riverside resort, and sip chai by the rushing Parvati.
Postcards from Himachal Pradesh
India, held end to end.
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Duration
6 Days · 5 Nights
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Region
North India
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Season
Oct – Mar
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Private party
2 – 20 guests
About this itinerary
Classic Shimla–Manali loop with Kasol / Solang stopovers. Ride the UNESCO Kalka–Shimla toy train, roast apples over bonfires at a Manali riverside resort, and sip chai by the rushing Parvati.
Himachal Pradesh is India's most accessible Himalayan state — 9,000 feet of cedar, deodar and apple orchards.
Covers Shimla's colonial promenade, Manali's river-lodges and Solang Valley for paragliding / skiing.
Destinations inside the journey
Tour highlights
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UNESCO Kalka–Shimla toy train
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Solang Valley adventure
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Hadimba Devi temple
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Manali Old Town
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River-view wooden lodge stay
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Kullu valley scenic drives
The itinerary
6 days, written slowly.
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Day 01
N°01Arrival in Shimla
Arrive in Shimla via the UNESCO Kalka–Shimla toy train (where schedules permit) and check in. Walk The Ridge and Mall Road in the cool mountain air.
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Day 02
N°02Kufri & Shimla Sights
Excursion to Kufri for adventure activities and Himalayan views, then visit Christ Church and the Viceregal Lodge. Evening free on Mall Road.
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Day 03
N°03Shimla to Manali
Scenic full-day drive to Manali along the Beas river, with photo-stops at Sundarnagar Lake and Pandoh Dam. Check in to a river-view wooden lodge.
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Day 04
N°04Solang Valley Adventure
Spend the day in Solang Valley with paragliding, zorbing and ropeway rides (seasonal), framed by snow peaks. Evening at leisure in Old Manali's cafés.
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Day 05
N°05Hadimba Temple & Kullu
Visit the ancient cedar-wood Hadimba Devi Temple and the Vashisht hot springs, then enjoy scenic Kullu valley drives and river-rafting (optional).
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Day 06
N°06Departure
After a final mountain breakfast and a last breath of crisp Himalayan air, you are transferred down the scenic valleys toward Chandigarh / Bhuntar for your onward journey, the apple orchards and snow peaks of Himachal fading gently behind you.
Inclusions & exclusions
In the journey
- Hand-picked boutique / 4★ accommodation
- Daily breakfast + curated meals
- All ground transfers in private AC vehicle
- Professional English-speaking tour manager
- Monument entries & guided sightseeing
- Airport / station meet & greet
- 24×7 on-tour concierge support
Left to you
- Airfare / train tickets unless specified
- Personal expenses, tips & gratuities
- Optional activities & spa services
- Travel insurance (available on request)
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