Snowboarding, Paragliding and Zorbing in Manali

Upon arrival at Chandigarh International Airport; our representative will receive you to continue to Manali.

The scenic road to Manali is flanked by hills and farms on one side and the river on the other.

Upon arrival, check into a hotel and rest after the long drive.

In the evening explore the town at your leisure.

(Inclusions – Dinner)
(Overnight at Hotel Victory Resort ( 3 Star Deluxe Category), Manali)

After breakfast, set out to discover the most visited valley in the country.

Start your day at the Hidimbidevi Temple. This unique three story temple is dedicated to Goddess Hadimbi (wife of Bheem, one of the five Pandava brothers of epic Mahabharata). The stacked pitch roof, clerestory windows, the elaborately painted main door and the beam over the entrance are striking features of this temple which is one of the most important pilgrimages in Manali.

Next, stop by at the Manali Temple, dedicated to Sage Manu, this sacred shrine is the namesake of the town and the only Manu Temple in the world. The site of the temple is rumoured to be where Manu meditated when he first came down to Earth for the first time . Located in old Manali, the vicinity of the temple is quite congested, but thankfully River Beas lends an air of tranquillity to the temple.

Located at a distance of 3 km from Manali, there is a small village called Vashist, on the left bank of river Beas towards Rohtang pass. This village is known for its natural hot sulphur springs and temples. This would be your next stop.

Among them, the most prominent is a temple dedicated to Rishi Vashisht. More than 4000 years old the temple is home to intricate carvings on wood. The insides of the temple are beautifully ornamented with antique paintings and the hot springs within the temple complex is believed to have medicinal values.

At a distance of 4 km from here, Jogni Falls is a beautiful waterfall formed by a stream which merges with Beas River, downstream. The water sits at the edge of the village of Vashist and marks its boundaries. At the base of the waterfall which cascades from 150 feet, is a pool and a temple which is considered to be very sacred by the locals of the surrounding villages. Take a dip in the pool or just enjoy the tranquillity of the cascading swimming pool.

The waterfalls can also be reached by a 1-hour trek which will take you through apple orchards, tall pine trees and small water streams. This short trek is said to be the best short treks near Manali, offering you glimpses of the local beauty and the ways of the local life.

Calling it a day, we head back to the hotel, driving through enchanting picture-perfect landscapes.

(Inclusions – Breakfast and Dinner)
(Overnight at Hotel Victory Resort ( 3 Star Deluxe Category), Manali)

After breakfast, start your day by visiting Solang Valley, located at a distance of 13 km from Manali.

Flanked by the Solang village and Beas Kund, this valley offers fabulous, spellbinding views of snow-capped mountains in the winter, famed for the skiing opportunities it provides. When the snow melts in the summer, skiing is replaced by parachuting, zorbing, paragliding, horse riding and is a major hub for treks and hikes.

Head back to Manali in the afternoon.

(Inclusions – Breakfast and Dinner)
(Overnight at Hotel Victory Resort ( 3 Star Deluxe Category), Manali)

Post breakfast, drive out to the village of Naggar to explore the dominating 15th-century castle.

Overlooking the Kullu Valley, the castle is a perfect example of a seamless amalgamation of European and Himalayan architecture, built by the Raja Sidh Singh of Kullu in the former capital the former capital of Kullu, during the medieval times.

With courtyards, elaborate wooden carvings and arched balconies with stupendous views of the valley, the castle is steeped in history and home to exquisite architectural details and pieces of art, hosting the houses the Nicholas Roerich art museum.

Converted into a hotel since 1978, today visitors can visit to explore the castle, to catch glimpses of the ways of the royals of the Kullu Kingdom.

Post the visit to the castle, make towards Shimla.

Picturesque, the drive offers mesmerizing views of majestic mountains and deep forested valleys on the other, taking about 8 to 9 hours to navigate through the mountains. Stop for lunch.

Arriving in the late evening, end the day with an early dinner.

(Inclusions – Breakfast and Dinner)
(Overnight at Hotel Ashiyana Clark ( 3 Star Deluxe Category), Shimla)

The entire day today is dedicated to exploring the city.

After breakfast, drive down to the end of Mall Road, to Scandal Point where the Mall road meets the Ridge. The highest point along Mall Road, the Ridge is an excellent vantage point to look into the valley in the midst of snow-capped mountains.

Scandal Point, the square houses a Tudor style post office, a statue of freedom fighter, Lal Rajpat Rai and is close to St.Andrew’s Church of Scotland.

A little away from Scandal Point is the Sanathana Dharma Mandir, the oldest temple in Shimla dating back 120 years.
Not far away from here is the Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex, built during the colonial era, in the gothic style, it is one of the oldest buildings in Shimla. A place for amateurs theatrics during the British rule, it now it operates as an amalgamation of cultural spaces inclusive of a museum, art gallery, theatre and a conference hall. Hosting both traditional and contemporary art, the cultural museum allows you to discover the region’s art and crafts.

Walking not far off, we come to the Photo Art Gallery, housing thousands of photographs which showcase Shimla’s rich cultural heritage, diverse flora and fauna, picturesque beauty and local life. If you want to understand Simla’s story, with photographs being the narrative style, do not miss the Photo Art Gallery.

Post Lunch, drive to the Ridge, a little past the Scandal Point, a wide street cut off from motor access is a hub for cultural activities, and offers a perfect panoramic view of snow-capped mountains and the town below. Prominent landmarks on the Ridge are a Church and library building built during the colonial era. The Church of Christ is the second oldest church in the country, built in a neo-gothic style complete with a front porch and stained glass windows, definitely worth a visit, it is a favourite across all age groups.

A little way from here is the Shimla Heritage Museum, conserving art and other artefacts from before the colonial era, that throw light on Shimla in the 18 th century. Visit to get more insight into the history and art of this beautiful town.

Continuing down south, visit the Himachal state museum, with an aim to preserve the vivid culture of Simla.this museum houses antique books, coins, paintings, jewellery and splendid handicraft items, among various other artefacts. One of the most popular sections is of beautifully crafted Himachali toys, particularly among kids. Visit to find out more of the roots of this beautiful hill station.

End the day with a visit to Lakkar Bazaar. Walk the back alleys of the Ridge, popular for wooden souvenirs, pashmina shawls, handicrafts and more.

Head back to the hotel for dinner.

(Inclusions – Breakfast and Dinner)
(Overnight at Hotel Ashiyana Clark ( 3 Star Deluxe Category), Shimla)

Post breakfast, set out on the drive to Chandigarh, for the flight home.

(Inclusions – Breakfast)