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Shimla Manali Tour Package from Raipur

Time it for Kullu Dussehra — 5 Nights / 6 Days in Shimla and Manali

Overview

Chhattisgarh meets a Himalayan festival

Quick answer

Our Shimla Manali tour package from Raipur is a 5 Nights / 6 Days trip covering Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran. From Raipur, 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 October for Kullu Dussehra and clear skies. Prices are on request with a free written quote.

The Shimla Manali tour package from Raipur on this page is a 5 nights / 6 days trip. Chhattisgarh has its own famous Dussehra in Bastar, so Raipur families are often curious about Kullu's. It is a week-long gathering in October when village deities are carried to the Dhalpur grounds in Kullu — and if your dates match, we route Day 4 through it.

The plains leg is about 22 hours by train to Delhi, or a 2-hour flight to Chandigarh.

Summary

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 Raipur and nearby towns
How to reach

How to reach Shimla from Raipur

Raipur to Shimla by train is the most common way to travel; the steps below cover the other options too.

  1. Start from RaipurBoard at Raipur Junction (R), or fly from Swami Vivekananda (RPR).
  2. Train or flight to Delhi or ChandigarhBy train, Delhi is about 18–22 hours on overnight trains from Raipur; 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. Tour day oneChandigarh → Shimla hill drive.
  5. Back to RaipurYou reach Chandigarh by afternoon; book the flight or train to Raipur for the evening or the next day.

Timetables are revised from time to time, so check the current schedule on IRCTC before buying tickets.

Worth planning around

Kullu Dussehra starts on Vijayadashami, when the rest of India's celebrations end, and runs for a week. Hotels in the valley fill quickly then, so book early. Outside October, the trip follows the regular plan.

Raipur to Chandigarh or Kalka

By rail Delhi is about 1,200 km and roughly 22 hours. Flights to Chandigarh take about 2 hours.

From the joining point, allow about three hours for the climb to Shimla.

  • Airport: Swami Vivekananda (RPR)
  • Railway station: Raipur Junction (R)
  • Joining point: Chandigarh or Kalka

From Raipur

  • Rail: About 22–28 hours to Chandigarh or Kalka.
  • Flight: 6–9 hours door to door.
  • October: Book Kullu hotels two months ahead for Dussehra week.
Day-wise itinerary

5N/6D Shimla Manali itinerary for Raipur travellers

Below is the Shimla Manali itinerary from Raipur, one day at a time.

1

Day 1 – Chandigarh → Shimla hill drive

Drive up; evening on the Mall.Shimla's Ridge and Mall Road are pedestrian-only; Christ Church and the Gaiety Theatre stand at either end.Hold glasses and phones tightly near Jakhu — the monkeys are quick.
2

Day 2 – Shimla and Kufri

The Ridge, Jakhu and Kufri.Mashobra's pine and oak woods and apple orchards lie a short drive beyond Shimla on the Naldehra road.Kufri gets snow in some winters; roads may close briefly after heavy falls.
3

Day 3 – Shimla to Manali

Through Mandi and up the valley.The Shimla–Manali road passes Bilaspur, Sundernagar and Mandi before the Pandoh dam and the Beas gorge.Sundernagar lake and the Pandoh dam make good short breaks.
4

Day 4 – Kullu (Dussehra in October) and Manali

The Dhalpur grounds in festival week, otherwise Hadimba Devi and Vashisht.The Parvati valley road is narrow; drivers take it slowly.
5

Day 5 – Solang and Sissu

Snow or meadows, and the tunnel road.The Atal Tunnel, about 9 km long under the Rohtang ridge, takes you from the Kullu valley into Lahaul in about 15 minutes.Start early to beat the traffic towards Solang.
6

Day 6 – Manikaran and return

Hot springs, then the drive down.Manikaran's gurudwara and Ram temple stand beside hot springs where the langar rice is cooked in the boiling water.Keep a warm layer handy — buses and trains get cold at night.

Quick trip notes

  • Shimla Manali holiday from Raipur: 5 Nights / 6 Days in all, covering Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran.
  • Shimla Manali pickup for Raipur travellers: Chandigarh / Kalka.
  • Shimla Manali trip cost from Raipur: Quoted per enquiry from Raipur: your dates and the vehicle type (sedan, Innova or Tempo Traveller) and the pace you want (with or without rest days) set the figure.
  • Raipur Shimla Manali group tour: Large Raipur groups travel together in one coach from the joining point.
  • Shimla Manali honeymoon from Raipur: Honeymoon couples from Raipur can ask for a room with a view on one night.
  • Shimla Manali for senior citizens from Raipur: For grandparents from Raipur, long drives are split with a midday halt.
  • Last day of the Raipur Shimla Manali tour: Manikaran and return.
  • Shimla Manali sightseeing for Raipur travellers: Sightseeing covers Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran.
  • Shimla Manali by private cab from Raipur: A private cab from Chandigarh, sized to the number travelling from Raipur.
  • Shimla Manali for first-timers from Raipur: New to Shimla Manali? The plan from Raipur avoids long side trips.
  • Shimla Manali with kids from Raipur: Kids from Raipur manage the plan well with early nights and snack stops.

How your quote is worked out

Two things move the cost of the Shimla–Manali trip from Raipur most: the vehicle type (sedan, Innova or Tempo Traveller), and the pace you want (with or without rest days). Once we know your dates and that you start at Chandigarh or Kalka, the quote arrives in writing, free of charge.

What is included

✅ 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 Raipur
  • Cable car & adventure activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals (unless stated)
  • Travel insurance

Best time to visit Shimla Manali from Raipur

October for Kullu Dussehra and clear skies; May–June for summer; December to February for snow.

Tips for travellers from Raipur

  • Festival crowds are large — keep valuables secure.
  • Carry woollens; October nights are cold.
  • Fly one way to save time.

Questions from Raipur travellers

Thinking about Shimla Manali from Raipur this season? Below are the questions Raipur travellers ask us most — travel time, best months and trip length. Still unsure? Ask us on WhatsApp and we'll reply with a plan.

By rail Delhi is about 1,200 km and roughly 22 hours. Flights to Chandigarh take about 2 hours.
October for Kullu Dussehra and clear skies; May–June for summer; December to February for snow.
This plan from Raipur is 5 Nights / 6 Days, covering Delhi – Chandigarh – Shimla – Manali – Kullu – Manikaran. We can shorten or extend it to match your leave.
It begins on Vijayadashami in October and lasts a week.
Chandigarh → Shimla hill drive — Drive up; evening on the Mall.
Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran — 5 Nights / 6 Days in all.
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.
There is no fixed price for the Shimla–Manali trip from Raipur. Besides your travel dates, the vehicle type (sedan, Innova or Tempo Traveller) and the pace you want (with or without rest days) decide the figure, and we send the quote in writing, free.
Yes, and rooms fill early; book two months ahead.
Yes. Many families from nearby towns travel with the Raipur group.

Plan your Shimla Manali tour package from Raipur

Share your dates and group size from Raipur; we will confirm the joining point, suggest the road or the toy train up to Shimla and send the 5 Nights / 6 Days plan with a free written quote.

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