Delhi To Manali Tour For 4 Days

Route: Delhi – Ambala – Bilaspur – Sundar Nagar – Mandi – Manali

Early morning pick-up from Delhi airport/railway station/residence and begin your long yet beautiful journey towards Manali. Drive comfortably through the northern plains via Ambala, gradually entering Himachal Pradesh near Bilaspur. Stop for breakfast and tea at a clean highway restaurant before the terrain slowly begins to change.

Post-lunch, the journey becomes increasingly scenic as you drive through Sundar Nagar and Mandi, following the Beas River with lush green hills on both sides. Enjoy winding mountain roads, small villages, and refreshing river views as the air turns cooler. By late afternoon, continue the uphill drive through pine forests and apple orchards, reaching Manali by evening. Check in to your hotel, relax after the long drive, and enjoy a warm dinner.

Accommodation: Family hotel/riverside resort in Manali.

Highlights:-

• Scenic transition from plains to the Himalayan mountains.

• Post-lunch mountain drive via Sundar Nagar & Mandi.

• Beas River views and lush green valleys.

• Cool mountain air and pine forests on the approach to Manali.

• Comfortable arrival in Manali by evening.

Food:-

• Breakfast halt near Ambala – aloo paratha, omelette, tea/coffee.

• Lunch stop en route (Bilaspur / Sundar Nagar) – North Indian veg & non-veg meals.

• Evening tea break near Mandi – pakoras & chai.

• Dinner at the hotel – hot Himachali / Indian cuisine.

Activities:-

• Leisure road journey with photography breaks.

• Riverside viewpoints en route for short stops.

• Relaxation and acclimatization after arrival in Manali.

• Family dinner and early rest for the next day's sightseeing.

Shopping (Optional En-route Stops):-

• Local roadside stalls near Mandi – seasonal fruits & snacks.

• Sundar Nagar area – local sweets and dry snacks.

Route: Hotel - Hadimba Devi Temple -  Club House / Tibetan Monastery -  Vashisht Hot Springs - Old Manali - Solang Valley (15 km from Manali town) -  back to hotel

After a relaxed breakfast, start a full-day family exploration of Manali and the stunning Solang Valley. Begin with the peaceful cedar-forested Hadimba Temple, then visit Vashisht for a quick dip in natural hot springs. Have lunch in Old Manali and head to Solang Valley – a wide open meadow with 360° mountain views, a ropeway to the top, and plenty of gentle adventure options perfect for families and kids. Return to the hotel by evening for dinner and a bonfire. Overnight stay in Manali.

Highlights:-

• Serene walk inside the ancient cedar forest at the Hadimba Devi Temple.

• Natural sulphur hot water springs at Vashisht (separate pools for men & women).

• Old Manali’s charming cafés and colourful streets.

• Breath-taking views of snow-capped peaks from Solang Valley.

• Ropeway ride to the top of Solang (1,500 m cable car, panoramic mountain & valley views).

• Wide green meadow perfect for family photos and a picnic vibe.

Food:-

• Breakfast at the hotel or Johnson’s Café – fresh trout omelette, aloo paratha, pancakes.

• Old Manali lunch: – Café 1947 (riverside) – wood-fired pizzas, riverside seating.

• Drifters / Dylan’s Toasted & Roasted – waffles, Nutella pancakes, cold coffee.

• Casa Bella Vista – thin-crust pizza & mocktails.

Solang Valley:

• Ropeway top café – hot maggi, veg sandwich, ginger-lemon-honey tea.

• Valley base stalls – sweet corn, momos, thukpa, hot chocolate · Evening back at the hotel.

• Himachali siddu with ghee or buffet dinner.

Activities:-

• 20-minute peaceful forest walk around Hadimba Temple.

• Hot spring dip at Vashisht (30–40 minutes, very relaxing).

• Solang Valley Ropeway ride (₹600–700/person return, 10–12 min each way).

• Short & safe zorbing for kids & adults (₹300–400/ride).

• Horse/pony ride in the meadow (₹200–500).

• ATV ride (family 4-seater option available, ₹800–1500).

• Ziplining – A perfect adventure for Kids & Adults.

• Paragliding – short 1–2 min tandem flights for kids above 10 yrs & adults (₹1500–2500).

• Photography with traditional Himachali/Kashmiri dress against snow peaks.

Shopping:-

Manali Mall Road & Old Manali (morning/evening):

• Woollen shops – Kullu shawls, Himachali caps, hand-knitted socks & gloves.

• Tibetan Market – singing bowls, prayer flags, turquoise jewellery, dreamcatchers.

• Dry fruit stores – almonds, walnuts, saffron, spiced apricot & kiwi jam.

Solang Valley stalls & shops:

• Local woollen jackets, colourful mufflers, monkey caps.

• Souvenir shops –  T-shirts, keychains, fridge magnets.

• Homemade fruit products – apple & plum pickle, seabuckthorn juice, rhododendron squash.

• Handicraft corner – wooden artefacts, small brass bells, mini yak figurines.

Route: Manali → Palchan → Gulaba → Marhi → Rohtang Pass (13,058 ft) → Return same way → Manali (Best May–June & Sept–Nov for guaranteed snow activities; permit required)

After early breakfast (6:00–6:30 am), depart from the hotel in a private cab. Drive along the beautiful left-bank road past apple orchards and Vashisht. Reach Gulaba check-post (first snow point in summer). Continue climbing to Marhi for tea and stunning views of the Beas valley. Final ascent to Rohtang Pass – enjoy snow walls, glaciers, and 360° mountain vistas. Spend 2–3 hrs in the snow with family activities. Return by 3–4 pm to avoid traffic. Evening free for Mall Road stroll or hotel bonfire. Overnight stay in Manali.

Highlights:-

• Scenic drive through pine forests and apple orchards till Gulaba.

• First snow touch at Gulaba/Marhi (even in summer).

• Breathtaking high-altitude views of Pir Panjal and Bara Shigri glacier from Rohtang top.

• Snow-covered landscape perfect for family photos.

• Cool mountain breeze and pure silence at the pass.

• Snow Activities (Yak Ride, ATV, Paragliding, Skiing, etc.).

Food:-

• Gulaba roadside stalls – hot ginger-lemon-honey tea, sweet corn.

• Marhi Snowline Dhabas – aloo paratha with extra butter, cheese, Maggi, bread-omelette, Bournvita.

• Rohtang top stalls – instant noodles, thukpa, veg soup, roasted bhutta.

• Packed lunch from hotel (recommended): sandwiches, fruits, juice, dry snacks.

Activities:-

• Photography with snow walls and colourful Himachali/Kashmiri costumes.

• Sledging & snow tube rides (₹200–400 per person).

• ATV / snow scooter rides (₹1000–2000 per bike, 10–15 mins).

• Snowball fights & making snowmen (free & unlimited fun for kids).

• Short snow walk near the parking area · Yak ride (if available at Gulaba).

Shopping:-

Rohtang & Marhi roadside stalls:

• Woollen rental shops – returnable jackets, gumboots, gloves, caps (₹100–300 rental).

• Souvenir stalls – “Rohtang Pass Survivor” T-shirts, keychains, fridge magnets.

• Mini snow globes, colourful woollen balls, tiny yak figurines.

• Local dry fruits & saffron (bargain hard).

Optional Excursions (Additional Day)

• Atal Tunnel : (Ideal Oct–April when Rohtang is closed; tunnel is open 365 days) -  The world’s longest high-altitude tunnel (9.02 km, 10,000 ft). Stop at Solang for quick photos or a short adventure. Enter the spectacular Atal Tunnel – an engineering marvel. Emerge at the dramatic Lahaul valley (North Portal).

• Sissu: It is famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, including the Sissu lake, waterfalls, and stunning mountain views, making it a popular destination for those seeking tranquillity and adventure. It is also a hub for adventure activities like ziplining, ATV rides, and trekking, and has cultural attractions like the Raja Ghepan Temple.

Route: Manali – Kullu (Local Exploration) – Aut Tunnel – Hanogi Mata Temple – Pandoh Dam – Sundar Nagar Lake – Bilaspur – Delhi

After an early breakfast and checkout from the Manali hotel, begin your return journey towards Delhi with scenic halts across the beautiful Kullu & Mandi districts. Drive along the Beas River to Kullu town, where you’ll enjoy a short local exploration. Visit the revered Kullu Vaishno Devi Temple, built in 1966 by Swami Sewak Das Ji Maharaj, a peaceful spiritual stop surrounded by hills. Continue to the famous Kullu shawl factories for a live demonstration of traditional hand-woven woollen shawls, an excellent cultural experience for families.

Post Kullu, drive through the impressive Aut Tunnel, marking the transition from the Kullu Valley to the Mandi region. Stop at the dramatic Hanogi Mata Temple, perched high above the Beas River—ring the bells and enjoy the river valley views. Continue towards Pandoh Dam, an embankment dam on the Beas River, where powerful water flow and mountain backdrops make for a memorable photo stop.

Further ahead, relax at Sundar Nagar Lake, a large man-made lake created under the Beas–Sutlej Link (BSL) Project, ideal for a short walk and refreshments. Continue your journey via Bilaspur, leaving the mountains behind as you enter the plains. Arrive in Delhi late at night, with a drop-off at the airport/railway station for your onward journey.

Highlights:-

• Scenic farewell drive through Kullu & Mandi valleys.

• Spiritual visit to Kullu Vaishno Devi Temple (est. 1966).

• Live Kullu shawl weaving demonstration at local factories.

• Drive through the impressive Aut Tunnel.

• Cliff-side darshan at Hanogi Mata Temple overlooking the Beas River.

• Pandoh Dam – massive embankment dam & river engineering marvel.

• Leisure stop at Sundar Nagar Lake (BSL Project).

• Smooth transition from the Himalayan mountains to the plains.

• Comfortable night drop at Delhi for onward connections.

Food:-

Kullu town:

Vaishali Restaurant / Surya Dhaba – siddu with ghee, rajma chawal, thukpa.

Hanogi Mata / Pandoh Dam area:

Highway stalls – hot Maggi, pakoras, sweet tea.

Sundar Nagar Lake:

Lake View Dhaba – aloo paratha, chole kulche, cold coffee.

Dinner Halt (Bilaspur / highway):

Family highway dhabas – dal tadka, roti, veg/non-veg curries.

Activities:-

• Temple visit & prasad offering at Kullu Vaishno Devi Temple.

• 15–20 min live shawl weaving demo (Bhuttico / Himbunkar).

• Photography stops at Pandoh Dam & Sundar Nagar Lake.

• Short riverside pause near Hanogi Mata Temple.

• Relaxed tea & refreshment breaks during long drive.

Shopping:-

Kullu (Morning):

• Bhuttico Co-operative & Govt. showrooms – pure wool Kullu shawls, stoles, caps (₹800–6000).

• Local stalls near Vaishno Devi Temple – dry fruits, jams, Himachali caps.

Sundar Nagar / Highway Stops:

• Local pickles, honey, walnuts, and handmade wool socks.