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Shimla Manali Tour Package from Ahmedabad

Gujarat's favourite Himachal pairing, at a gentle pace — 5 Nights / 6 Days

Overview

Shimla and Manali, the Gujarati family way

Quick answer

Our Shimla Manali tour package from Ahmedabad is a 5 Nights / 6 Days trip covering Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran. From Ahmedabad, reach Chandigarh or Kalka by train or flight; Shimla is about three hours further by road or a few hours on the toy train. The best time to go is May–June for the summer break. Send your dates for a written, no-obligation quote.

Our Shimla Manali Tour Package from Ahmedabad runs 5 nights / 6 days, planned end to end from Gorakhpur. Gujarati travellers have long been among Shimla's most loyal visitors, and the Mall Road has plenty of vegetarian restaurants to show for it. From Ahmedabad the trip is easy to reach: an overnight train of about 12–17 hours to Delhi, or a 2-hour flight to Chandigarh.

Families from Gandhinagar, Anand and Nadiad often travel with the Ahmedabad group.

Key details

Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days
Price
On request — free quote
Joining point
Chandigarh / Kalka
Route
Delhi – Chandigarh – Shimla – Manali – Kullu – Manikaran
Best for
Families, couples and groups from Ahmedabad and nearby towns
How to reach

How to reach Shimla from Ahmedabad

Whether you go from Ahmedabad to Shimla by train or fly part of the way, the journey works in these steps.

  1. Your departure from AhmedabadBoard at Ahmedabad Junction (ADI), or fly from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (AMD).
  2. Train or flight to Delhi or ChandigarhBy train, Delhi is about 12 hours on the Rajdhani from Sabarmati (15–17 hours on overnight expresses) from Ahmedabad; Chandigarh is about 3.5 hours further on the Shatabdi or Vande Bharat. Flyers can choose Chandigarh airport, the nearest to the hills, or Delhi.
  3. Meet us at Chandigarh or KalkaOur cab drives you up to Shimla in about 3–3.5 hours, or you ride the Kalka–Shimla toy train (5–6 hours) and we meet you at Shimla station.
  4. Day 1 of your tourKalka or Chandigarh to Shimla.
  5. Back to AhmedabadYou reach Chandigarh by afternoon; book the flight or train to Ahmedabad for the evening or the next day.

Journey times are approximate and vary with the train; NTES shows the live schedule.

Comfort first

Ahmedabad families usually ask for three things: vegetarian or Jain food, hotels close to the Mall, and no very early mornings. We plan around all three — Solang is the only day with an early start.

Ahmedabad to Chandigarh or Kalka

By train Delhi is about 1,000 km and roughly 12–17 hours; Chandigarh is around 1,250 km. A flight to Chandigarh is about 2 hours.

Train travellers usually go on to Kalka and then up to Shimla by road or toy train.

  • Airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (AMD)
  • Railway station: Ahmedabad Junction (ADI)
  • Joining point: Chandigarh or Kalka

From Ahmedabad

  • Train: About 16–21 hours to Chandigarh or Kalka.
  • Flight: 6–9 hours door to door including the hill drive.
  • Food: Tell us about Jain meals at booking.
Day-wise itinerary

Shimla Manali trip from Ahmedabad: 5N/6D day-wise plan

Day by day, the Shimla Manali itinerary from Ahmedabad looks like this.

1

Day 1 – Kalka or Chandigarh to Shimla

Meet our vehicle and drive up; evening on the Mall with a vegetarian dinner.The Mall is pedestrian-only and good for an evening walk.
2

Day 2 – Shimla at leisure and Kufri

A late start, Kufri's viewpoints, and Lakkar Bazaar for wooden handicrafts.Kufri gets snow in some winters; roads may close briefly after heavy falls.
3

Day 3 – Shimla to Manali

A long but scenic day along the Sutlej and Beas valleys.Motion-sickness tablets help on the Mandi stretch.
4

Day 4 – Manali temples

Hadimba Devi and Manu temple, with free time in the afternoon.Old Manali's cafés are across a small bridge from the main road.
5

Day 5 – Solang Valley

The one early start: snow, the ropeway and the Atal Tunnel road.Snow suits and boots are hired on the way; check the size before paying.
6

Day 6 – Kullu shawls, Manikaran and return

Shawl shopping in Kullu, Manikaran's hot springs, then the drive down.Keep a warm layer handy — buses and trains get cold at night.

Quick trip notes

  • Ahmedabad to Chandigarh by rail: By train, Delhi is about 12 hours on the Rajdhani from Sabarmati (15–17 hours on overnight expresses) from Ahmedabad.
  • Shimla Manali holiday from Ahmedabad: 5 Nights / 6 Days in all, covering Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran.
  • Shimla Manali pickup for Ahmedabad travellers: Chandigarh / Kalka.
  • Shimla Manali trip cost from Ahmedabad: Quoted per enquiry from Ahmedabad: your dates and the vehicle type (sedan, Innova or Tempo Traveller) and how far your pickup point is from the route set the figure.
  • Ahmedabad Shimla Manali group tour: A Ahmedabad group of ten or more gets one coach and rooms on the same floor where possible.
  • Shimla Manali honeymoon from Ahmedabad: Honeymoon couples from Ahmedabad can ask for a room with a view on one night.
  • Shimla Manali for senior citizens from Ahmedabad: For seniors from Ahmedabad, we avoid late arrivals and keep one lighter day.
  • Last day of the Ahmedabad Shimla Manali tour: Kullu shawls, Manikaran and return.
  • Shimla Manali sightseeing for Ahmedabad travellers: Sightseeing covers Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran.
  • Shimla Manali by private cab from Ahmedabad: The same driver stays with your Ahmedabad group from Chandigarh to the last day.

Ask for a free quote

For the Shimla–Manali trip from Ahmedabad, the quote is worked out from the vehicle type (sedan, Innova or Tempo Traveller), how far your pickup point is from the route and your exact dates. Ask for a quote with your start point (Chandigarh or Kalka) and hotel preference, and we reply with a clear breakdown.

Package inclusions

✅ Package Includes

  • Hotel on twin/triple sharing
  • Private cab for sightseeing
  • Shimla + Kullu–Manali sightseeing
  • Driver allowance, toll & parking
  • Rohtang or Solang day trip
  • Trip Assistance

❌ Not Included

  • Train/flight/Volvo from Ahmedabad
  • Cable car & adventure activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals (unless stated)
  • Travel insurance

Best time to visit Shimla Manali from Ahmedabad

May–June for the summer break; October–November for the Diwali vacation; December to February for snow.

Tips for travellers from Ahmedabad

  • Carry thepla and khakhra for the long drive day.
  • Ask for hotels near the Mall in Shimla — less walking uphill.
  • Book Diwali travel at least six weeks ahead.

Questions from Ahmedabad travellers

Thinking about Shimla Manali from Ahmedabad this season? Below are the questions Ahmedabad travellers ask us most — travel time, best months and trip length. Your dates and group size decide the final plan — ask us anytime.

By train Delhi is about 1,000 km and roughly 12–17 hours; Chandigarh is around 1,250 km. A flight to Chandigarh is about 2 hours.
May–June for the summer break; October–November for the Diwali vacation; December to February for snow.
This plan from Ahmedabad is 5 Nights / 6 Days, covering Delhi – Chandigarh – Shimla – Manali – Kullu – Manikaran. We can shorten or extend it to match your leave.
Yes, especially on Shimla's Mall Road; Jain meals can be arranged in most hotels.
Kalka or Chandigarh to Shimla — Meet our vehicle and drive up; evening on the Mall with a vegetarian dinner.
It takes in Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran over 5 Nights / 6 Days.
No permit is needed for Shimla, Kufri or Manali sightseeing. Only Rohtang Pass needs a separate online permit, which we apply for if you want to go.
We work out the Shimla–Manali trip from Ahmedabad from your dates and the vehicle type (sedan, Innova or Tempo Traveller) and how far your pickup point is from the route. The quote comes in writing and costs nothing to ask for.
Yes, except on the Solang day, which starts early to beat the traffic.
Certainly. Just tell us how many are coming from each town.

Plan your Shimla Manali tour package from Ahmedabad

Ready for your Ahmedabad to Shimla Manali tour? Ready to plan? Send your Ahmedabad departure date and how many rooms you need; we confirm the road or the toy train up to Shimla and share a written quote.

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