📋 About This Package
Shimla + Manali from Chandigarh — both cities are well-connected. Chandigarh to Shimla (3 hrs) then Shimla to Manali (8 hrs) — scenic Himachal circuit.
🏨 Hotel🚐 Private Cab🚌 Volvo Option🎿 Rohtang/Solang
🗺️ Getting from Chandigarh to Shimla + Manali
- 📏 Distance to Manali: ~310 km
- 🚂 Route: Direct Volvo bus from Chandigarh ISBT Sector 43 to Manali (8–9 hrs).
- ✈️ Nearest Airport: Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC)
- 💡 Tip: Chandigarh is the closest major city to Manali — direct Volvo buses from ISBT Sector 43 in just 8–9 hours.
🗺️ 5 Nights / 6 Days — Day-wise Itinerary
Day 1 · Chandigarh → Shimla
- Depart Chandigarh
- Direct Volvo bus from Chandigarh ISBT Sector 43 to Manali (8–9 hrs)
- arrive Shimla
- check-in
- Mall Road evening walk
🏨 Shimla
Day 2 · Shimla Sightseeing
- Kufri snow point
- Jakhu Temple
- The Ridge
- Christ Church
- Viceregal Lodge
- Scandal Point
- Mall Road
🏨 Shimla
Day 3 · Shimla → Manali (Scenic Drive)
- Mandi
- Pandoh Dam
- Kullu valley
- Beas River
- arrive Manali evening — 9–10 hours scenic drive
🏨 Manali
Day 4 · Manali Sightseeing
- Hadimba Devi Temple
- Manu Temple
- Vashisht hot springs
- Tibetan market
- Mall Road
🏨 Manali
Day 5 · Rohtang Pass or Solang Valley
- Rohtang snow point (May–Oct
- permit needed) OR Solang Valley cable car and snow activities
🏨 Manali
Day 6 · Kullu — Manikaran — Return
- Kullu Vaishno Devi
- shawl factory
- Manikaran Sahib hot springs
- depart overnight
🚌 En route
🚌 Volvo Bus Option
Yug Yatra arranges Volvo AC sleeper buses Delhi–Manali (depart 5–6 PM, arrive 8–9 AM). Direct from i Gate ISBT, New Delhi.
🛏️ Sleeper Berths❄️ AC Coach📱 GPS Tracked💰 Budget Option
📋 Inclusions & Exclusions
✅ Included
- Hotel on twin/triple sharing
- Private cab for sightseeing
- Shimla + Kullu–Manali sightseeing
- Driver allowance, toll & parking
- Rohtang or Solang day trip
- 24×7 trip support
❌ Not Included
- Train/flight/Volvo from Chandigarh
- Rohtang permit (~Price on Request)
- Cable car & adventure activities
- Personal expenses
- Meals (unless stated)
- Travel insurance
🎒 Good to Know
🌡️ Temperature
Manali is 5–15°C even in summer. Pack warm layers always.
🛡️ Rohtang Permit
Online NGT permit needed. Yug Yatra assists with booking.
📅 Best Season
May–June and Sep–Oct for Rohtang. Dec–Feb for Solang snow.
✏️ Customisable
Duration, hotel grade, meals and vehicle on request.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do Chandigarh travellers plan a Manali trip?
Direct Volvo from Chandigarh ISBT Sector 43 to Manali (8–9 hrs). Closest major city to Manali — no Delhi transit needed. Yug Yatra arranges full package.
How to book Shimla + Manali tour from Chandigarh?
Call +91-9807129000 or fill the enquiry form. We confirm itinerary, hotel and price within 2 hours.
Is Rohtang Pass always open?
Rohtang is open May–October (permit required). In winter, Solang Valley has excellent snow. Yug Yatra advises on current conditions.
What to pack for Manali?
Warm clothes (even summer), sunscreen, sunglasses, basic medicines. We share a detailed packing list after booking.
Is package customisable?
Yes — hotel grade, vehicle, meals, duration and dates from Chandigarh can all be customised. Call for your ideal package.