Shimla, Manali & Solang Classic

In short
Shimla, Manali & Solang Classic is a 6 Days leisure tour in Himachal Pradesh priced on request (quoted for your dates and group). It is rated Easy difficulty, runs best in Mar–Jun, Sep–Dec, with group sizes of Private trip, any group size. Stays, vehicles and guides are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact.
Shimla, Manali & Solang Classic at a glance
- Price
- On request
- Duration
- 6 Days
- Location
- Himachal Pradesh
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Best season
- Mar–Jun, Sep–Dec
- Group size
- Private trip, any group size
- Category
- leisure
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Himachal’s classic pair: colonial Shimla and Kufri, then Manali’s Old Town, Hadimba Temple, Solang Valley and a drive through the Atal Tunnel to Sissu.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1
Arrive in Shimla
- Pickup from Chandigarh
- Mall Road, the Ridge and Christ Church
Overnight: Shimla
- 2Day 2
Kufri and Jakhu
- Kufri
- Jakhu Temple
- Evening at leisure
Overnight: Shimla
- 3Day 3· Shimla → Manali (about 8 hours)
Shimla to Manali
- Drive via Mandi and the Kullu valley
- Optional river rafting near Kullu (seasonal)
Overnight: Manali
- 4Day 4
Solang and Sissu
- Solang Valley
- Through the Atal Tunnel to Sissu (weather permitting)
Overnight: Manali
- 5Day 5
Manali town
- Hadimba Temple
- Vashisht hot springs
- Old Manali and the Mall Road
Overnight: Manali
- 6Day 6
Departure
- Drop at Bhuntar airport or the Manali bus stand
- Trip concludes
What’s included
- ✓ Stays on twin sharing through trusted travel partners
- ✓ Private vehicle with driver for the whole route
- ✓ Sightseeing as per the itinerary
- ✓ Daily breakfast
- ✓ An XTSY trip coordinator on WhatsApp throughout
Not included
- ✕ Flights or train tickets to the start point
- ✕ Entry tickets, camera fees and boat rides unless stated
- ✕ Lunch and dinner unless stated
- ✕ Special or VIP darshan tickets at temples
- ✕ Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
How much does this tour cost?
It is priced on request: the cost depends on your dates, group size and hotel category. Message the XTSY desk on WhatsApp (+91 88373 17070) with your dates and number of travellers and we will send a quote.
Who runs the trip on the ground?
XTSY's own property is in New Shillong Township, Meghalaya. On this tour, stays, vehicles and local guides are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact.
When is the best time to go?
March to June and September to December; December to February brings snow in Manali and Solang, with some road closures.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every trip is private, so days, stays and pace can be adjusted to suit you.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
Want it your way?
Every itinerary can change. Tell a travel expert your dates and pace on WhatsApp.
Price on request
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