Can this tour be customised?

Yes. Dates, hotel category, pickup point, vehicle and sightseeing pace can be adjusted before confirmation.

Is this suitable for families?

Yes. The route can be adapted for children and older travellers, though long road journeys should be considered.

Are Atal Tunnel, Sissu or Khajjiar guaranteed?

No. Mountain access depends on weather, road conditions, local regulations and safety decisions on the travel day.

Carry comfortable shoes, sun protection and layered clothing. A season-specific packing list is provided after booking.

Are monument tickets included?

Entry tickets and optional activity charges are excluded unless the final quotation specifically includes them.

9 Nights / 10 Days · From Delhi

Himachal Highlights: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie

A complete ten-day Himachal circuit from Delhi covering Shimla, Kufri, Manali, Solang Valley, Dharamshala, Dalhousie and Khajjiar.

Tour overview facts

Trip essentials

Duration9 Nights / 10 Days

Group sizeCustomisable

Best timeMarch to June and September to November

Maximum altitudeVaries by route

Start pointDelhi

DifficultyEasy to moderate

Tour overview

Everything you need to know

Created for first-time visitors who want to understand Himachal beyond a single hill station, this ten-day circuit links four major regions at a sensible pace. Begin with Shimla’s heritage core and Kufri, continue through Kullu Valley to Manali, cross towards the Tibetan cultural landscape of Dharamshala and finish among Dalhousie’s forests and Khajjiar’s meadow. The itinerary blends celebrated sights with realistic transfer days, free evenings and clear weather-dependent planning for Atal Tunnel and Sissu.

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Tour highlights

Heritage walks in Shimla and Kufri landscapes
Kullu Valley drive and Manali sightseeing
Solang Valley, Atal Tunnel and Sissu when accessible
Tibetan culture and Dhauladhar views in Dharamshala
Colonial Dalhousie and Khajjiar meadow
One connected itinerary across four Himachal regions

Day by day

Detailed itinerary

Day 1

Overnight journey from Delhi to Shimla | Depart Delhi in the evening and travel overnight towards Shimla.

Day 2

Shimla heritage sightseeing | Check in and visit the Indian Institute of Advanced Study, Sankat Mochan Temple, Jakhoo Temple, The Ridge, Christ Church, Mall Road and Lakkar Bazaar.

Day 3

Kufri, Fagu and Mashobra | Explore Green Valley, Kufri, Himalayan Nature Park, Fagu and Mashobra before returning to Shimla for an evening on Mall Road.

Day 4

Scenic drive from Shimla to Manali | Travel to Manali through the hills and Kullu Valley. Stop at a local shawl workshop or market before hotel check-in.

Day 5

Manali temples and town | Visit Hadimba Temple, Manu Temple, Vashisht Temple and hot springs, Van Vihar, the Tibetan Monastery and Mall Road.

Day 6

Solang Valley, Atal Tunnel and Sissu | Visit Nehru Kund and Solang Valley, then continue through Atal Tunnel to Sissu if roads, weather and local rules permit.

Day 7

Manali to Dharamshala | Drive across to Kangra Valley and Dharamshala. Check in and enjoy a free evening around McLeod Ganj.

Day 8

Dharamshala sightseeing and transfer to Dalhousie | Visit the Dalai Lama Temple, Bhagsunag, Bhagsu Waterfall, St John in the Wilderness and Naddi before continuing to Dalhousie.

Day 9

Khajjiar and Dalhousie excursion | Explore Khajjiar, Khajji Nag Temple, Kalatop, Dainkund and Panchpula subject to time and access. Return to Dalhousie.

Day 10

Dalhousie to Delhi | Check out after breakfast and begin the return journey to Delhi, where the tour concludes.

What’s included

Hotel accommodation for the stated number of nights
Daily breakfast and dinner at the hotel
Delhi return transfers as described in the itinerary
Private or local sightseeing vehicle as specified
Driver allowance, parking and toll charges
Applicable hotel taxes

Not included

Airfare, train tickets or transport not specifically listed
Lunches, snacks and drinks unless stated
Entry tickets, activity charges and local guide fees
Rohtang Pass permits or union vehicles where separately required
Personal expenses, travel insurance and medical costs
Anything not expressly listed under inclusions

Stay, meals and transport

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Stays & meals

Comfortable hotel accommodation with breakfast and dinner. Exact hotel category, room type and meal plan are confirmed in the quotation before booking.

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Transport

Delhi transfers and local sightseeing follow the final itinerary. Vehicle type depends on group size. Mountain routes can change because of traffic, weather, road closures or local transport regulations.

Booking and cancellation

Atal Tunnel, Sissu, Khajjiar and other high-altitude routes remain subject to weather, road conditions and government or local regulations.
Sightseeing order may change without removing the overall experience.
Check-in, check-out, cancellation and payment terms are shared with the final quotation.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Himachal Highlights: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie FAQs

What is the route of the Himachal Highlights: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie?

The planned route follows Delhi and the day-by-day stops listed above. The sightseeing order may change when mountain roads, weather or local rules require it.

How many days are needed for the Himachal Highlights: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie?

This itinerary is planned for 9 Nights / 10 Days. It can be adjusted for your travel dates, preferred pace and pickup point before booking.

What is the best time to book this Himachal tour?

March to June and September to November is usually the most suitable period for this route. Final access still depends on current weather and road conditions.

Are hotels, meals and transport included in this tour?

The confirmed hotel category, meal plan and vehicle are stated in your quotation. Only services listed under What is included form part of the package.

Can the Himachal Highlights: Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala & Dalhousie be customised for a family or private group?

Yes. Hotel category, room type, vehicle, sightseeing pace and selected stops can be personalised before confirmation.