Shimla Manali Dalhousie Dharamshala Tour Packages

A 8 nights 9 days circuit that links Shimla, Manali, Dalhousie and Dharamshala, so you cover the Kangra valley and the hills around it in one trip.

  • 8N / 9D
  • Shimla (2N) + Manali (3N) + Dalhousie (2N) + Dharamshala (1N)
  • Private car
  • Breakfast + dinner
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Duration8 nights 9 days
RouteShimla, Manali, Dalhousie and Dharamshala
Starts fromChandigarh, Kalka or Shimla
Price from₹16,300 per person

About this package

Shimla Manali Dalhousie Dharamshala Tour Packages is a 8 nights 9 days plan covering Shimla, Manali, Dalhousie and Dharamshala. Your stay includes hotel rooms on twin sharing with breakfast and dinner, a private car for transfers and sightseeing, and a day-wise itinerary that you can change to suit your dates, group and budget.

Shimla is the old summer capital of British India, with Mall Road, The Ridge, Kufri and Jakhu Temple. Manali is the base for Solang Valley, the Atal Tunnel and the Lahaul side, with cafes in Old Manali and snow views in winter. Dalhousie is an old hill station at about 2,000 metres, known for its colonial churches and quiet walks, and it is the base for Khajjiar, a deodar-ringed meadow roughly 25 km away.

Route at a glance

Where you stay, how long you drive between stops and what you see.

StopNightsDrive from previous stopMain sights
Shimla2startMall Road, The Ridge, Kufri and Jakhu Temple
Manali37 to 8 hoursSolang Valley, Hadimba Temple, Old Manali and the Atal Tunnel
Dalhousie29 to 10 hoursKhajjiar meadow and Kalatop forest walks
Dharamshala1about 4 hoursMcLeod Ganj, the Dalai Lama temple complex and Bhagsu Nag

Trip highlights

  • Shimla: Mall Road, The Ridge, Kufri and Jakhu Temple
  • Manali: Solang Valley, Hadimba Temple, Old Manali and the Atal Tunnel
  • Dalhousie: Khajjiar meadow and Kalatop forest walks
  • Dharamshala: McLeod Ganj, the Dalai Lama temple complex and Bhagsu Nag
  • Hotel stay, breakfast, dinner and a private car included

Day-wise itinerary

8 nights 9 days: Shimla (2N) + Manali (3N) + Dalhousie (2N) + Dharamshala (1N). Tap a day to open it.

Day 1 Arrive in Shimla

Pick-up from Chandigarh, Kalka or Shimla and transfer to your hotel in Shimla. After check-in and rest, evening walk on Mall Road, Scandal Point, The Ridge and Christ Church.

Day 2 Kufri and Fagu sightseeing

Drive to Kufri (about 16 km) for the Himalayan Nature Park, viewpoints and optional horse riding. Stop at Fagu for valley views, then return to Shimla for Lakkar Bazaar and Lower Bazaar shopping.

Day 3 Shimla to Manali

Long scenic drive of about 7 to 8 hours (roughly 250 km) via Mandi, Pandoh Dam and Kullu, with short photo and meal stops. Reach Manali by evening, check in and rest.

Day 4 Solang Valley and Atal Tunnel

Drive to Solang Valley (about 14 km) for green meadow views and optional paragliding, zorbing, ATV rides and the ropeway. Continue through the Atal Tunnel (about 9 km long) to the Lahaul side if time allows, and return to Manali by evening.

Day 5 Manali local sightseeing

Visit Hadimba Devi Temple in its cedar forest, Manu Temple in Old Manali, the Vashisht hot springs and temple, the Tibetan monastery and Van Vihar park. Evening free on Mall Road for shopping and street food.

Day 6 Manali to Dalhousie

Long drive of about 9 to 10 hours via Mandi and the Kangra valley with meal stops. Reach Dalhousie by evening.

Day 7 Khajjiar and Kalatop

Full-day trip to Khajjiar's meadow (often called mini Switzerland) and the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary forest walks.

Day 8 Dalhousie to Dharamshala

Check out after breakfast and drive about 4 hours (roughly 130 km) to Dharamshala, with a tea stop on the way. Check in and rest. Evening walk in the McLeod Ganj market and cafes.

Day 9 Departure

Breakfast, check-out and drop at Pathankot railway station or Kangra (Gaggal) airport.

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Package price and hotel options

Prices are indicative, per person, for two adults sharing a room, with hotel stay, breakfast and dinner, and a private car for transfers and sightseeing. Final price depends on travel dates, hotel category and group size.

By hotel level

Hotel levelPer personPer couple (2 adults)
Budget: basic 2-star hotels or homestays₹16,300₹32,600
Standard: 3-star hotels (most popular)₹22,000₹44,000
Premium: 4-star hotels or resorts₹33,400₹66,800

By group size

Group sizePer person (standard)
2 travellers₹22,000
4 travellers₹20,700
6 travellers₹19,800
10+ travellers₹18,900

Peak season (April to June, Christmas and New Year, long weekends) is usually more expensive, and July-August is usually cheaper. Message us your dates on WhatsApp for today's exact price.

Is this circuit right for you?

  • It links Shimla, Manali, Dalhousie and Dharamshala, so it suits travellers with 9 or more days.
  • The longest road days are Shimla to Manali (7 to 8 hours); Manali to Dalhousie (9 to 10 hours). We start early and add rest stops.
  • If time is short, ask for a version with fewer stops, and the price drops accordingly.
  • You can end the trip at Pathankot railway station or Kangra (Gaggal) airport.

Package inclusions and exclusions

Price includes

  • Hotel stay for the nights in the itinerary, on twin sharing (an extra bed is possible for a third person)
  • Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotel (MAP meal plan)
  • Private AC car for pick-up, drop and sightseeing as per the itinerary: sedan for 2 to 3 people, SUV for 4 to 6, tempo traveller for larger groups
  • Driver allowance, fuel, toll tax and parking charges
  • Sightseeing as listed in the day-wise itinerary
  • Our representative's help on the phone and on WhatsApp during the trip

Price does not include

  • Flight, train, bus and Volvo tickets, unless the plan says otherwise
  • Lunch, snacks, drinks and personal expenses
  • Entry tickets, boating, paragliding, horse rides and other activities
  • Any special permit or local-taxi charge, when applicable
  • Travel insurance, and extra nights or costs caused by landslides, snow or road closures
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Where you will stay

Hotel level changes the price. Areas are indicative and the exact hotels are confirmed at booking.

Hotel levelWhat to expect
Budget2-star hotels and homestays with clean, basic rooms and hot water
Standard (most popular)3-star hotels with a restaurant, attached bathroom and a room heater or blower in winter
Premium4-star hotels and resorts with larger rooms and valley or mountain views

Usual areas: Shimla: Mall Road side, Chhota Shimla, Kufri road; Manali: Old Manali, Aleo, Mall Road side, Prini; Dalhousie: Gandhi Chowk, Mall Road, Banikhet; Dharamshala: McLeod Ganj, Bhagsu, Naddi.

Best time to travel

  • Shimla: Shimla is pleasant from March to June and September to November. December to February is cold, with a chance of snow (not guaranteed).
  • Manali: Manali is green and pleasant from March to June, snowy from December to February, and best avoided in heavy monsoon (July-August) because of landslide risk.
  • Dalhousie: Dalhousie is pleasant from March to June and September to November, with snow possible in winter.
  • Dharamshala: Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj are pleasant from March to June and September to November. The monsoon (July-August) is very wet and winters are cold.
SeasonMonthsWhat to expect
SummerMarch to JunePleasant days in McLeod Ganj, Dalhousie and Khajjiar; the busiest months, so book early.
MonsoonJuly to AugustVery wet, with landslide risk on hill roads; lowest prices.
AutumnSeptember to NovemberClear skies and Dhauladhar views with fewer crowds.
WinterDecember to FebruaryCold, with snow possible in Dalhousie, Khajjiar and the upper parts of McLeod Ganj; carry heavy woollens.

Travel tips for Dharamshala and Dalhousie

  • Carry woollens even in summer, because evenings in the hills are cool
  • Carry a valid photo ID for every traveller, and some cash for small shops and ATMs that may run short on busy days
  • Dharamshala gets very heavy rain in July and August, so check road conditions before you travel in the monsoon
  • Mountain roads wind a lot, so carry motion-sickness tablets if anyone needs them
  • Keep one spare day in your plan, because landslides or snow can delay roads
  • Paragliding, horse rides and other activities at Khajjiar or Bir Billing are optional, weather-dependent and charged extra

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of the Shimla Manali Dalhousie Dharamshala Tour Packages?

Indicative prices are ₹16,300 per person for budget hotels, ₹22,000 for standard hotels and ₹33,400 for premium hotels, for two adults sharing a room. The final quote depends on your dates, hotel level and group size, so message us on WhatsApp for today's price.

What is included in this package?

Hotel stay on twin sharing, daily breakfast and dinner, a private AC car for transfers and sightseeing, and driver allowance, fuel, toll and parking. Entry tickets, lunch, activities, permits and personal expenses are extra.

How many days are enough for Shimla, Manali, Dalhousie and Dharamshala?

This plan uses 8 nights 9 days. Ask us for a shorter or longer version, and we will adjust the nights and sightseeing.

What is the best time to visit?

Shimla is pleasant from March to June and September to November. December to February is cold, with a chance of snow (not guaranteed). Manali is green and pleasant from March to June, snowy from December to February, and best avoided in heavy monsoon (July-August) because of landslide risk.

Can the itinerary or hotels be changed?

Yes. Every plan is flexible. Tell us your dates, group size and budget and we will adjust the hotels, nights and sightseeing.

Is McLeod Ganj included?

Yes. McLeod Ganj, Bhagsu Nag and Dal Lake are part of the Dharamshala sightseeing day, and Kangra Fort and the Masroor temples can be added when your plan has a spare day.

Is Khajjiar included?

Yes. Khajjiar and the Kalatop forest walk are covered in one full day from Dalhousie. Optional activities such as paragliding or horse rides are extra.

Is this circuit too much driving?

It has a few long road days, and we start early and add rest stops. We can drop one stop or add an extra night if you prefer a lighter plan.

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