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Shimla Manali Tour Package from Rajkot

Bring your camera — golden hours from Kufri to Sissu, 5 Nights / 6 Days

Overview

A photographer's route from Saurashtra

Quick answer

Our Shimla Manali tour package from Rajkot is a 5 Nights / 6 Days trip covering Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran. From Rajkot, 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–November for the clearest skies. We send the price as a written quote once you share your dates.

The Shimla Manali tour package from Rajkot on this page is a 5 nights / 6 days trip. Rajkot travellers who love photography get a lot from this route: the long ridge views at Kufri, the gorge at Hanogi Mata above the Beas, the snowfields of Solang and the waterfall at Sissu beyond the Atal Tunnel. We schedule the best stops for morning or late-afternoon light.

Fly from Hirasar to Chandigarh in about 2 hours, or take the train, about 17–22 hours to Delhi.

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 Rajkot and nearby towns
How to reach

How to reach Shimla from Rajkot

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

  1. Start from RajkotBoard at Rajkot Junction (RJT), or fly from Rajkot International (Hirasar).
  2. Train or flight to Delhi or ChandigarhBy train, Delhi is about 17–21 hours on direct trains from Rajkot; 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 KalkaWe drive you from the plains to Shimla in roughly 3–3.5 hours; toy-train fans can ride from Kalka instead.
  4. The first tour dayUp the hill road to Shimla.
  5. Back to RajkotPlan the flight or train home to Rajkot from Chandigarh for the evening of the last day, or the morning after.

Train timings change through the year; confirm on IRCTC or NTES before you book.

Timing is everything

Sunrise from the Ridge in Shimla, a mid-morning stop at Hanogi on the drive, and an early start for Solang before the crowds arrive — small timing changes make a big difference to your photos.

Rajkot to Chandigarh or Kalka

By rail Delhi is about 1,250 km and roughly 17–22 hours. The flight from Hirasar to Chandigarh is about 2 hours.

Budget three hours for the Chandigarh–Shimla road, more on holiday weekends.

  • Airport: Rajkot International (Hirasar)
  • Railway station: Rajkot Junction (RJT)
  • Joining point: Chandigarh or Kalka

From Rajkot

  • Flight: 6–9 hours door to door.
  • Rail: About 21–26 hours to Chandigarh or Kalka.
  • Gear: Carry spare batteries — cold drains them quickly.
Day-wise itinerary

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

The Shimla Manali itinerary from Rajkot is laid out day by day below; nights can be added or moved.

1

Day 1 – Up the hill road to Shimla

Drive up; sunset from the Ridge.The Kalka–Shimla toy train, a UNESCO heritage line, climbs through 102 tunnels in about five to six hours.Christ Church's stained glass is best seen in daylight.
2

Day 2 – Sunrise in Shimla, afternoon at Kufri

Early light over the ranges, then Kufri's ridge.Chail's palace hotel and one of the world's highest cricket grounds are a scenic detour from Kufri.The Himalayan Nature Park opens in the morning; go early for active animals.
3

Day 3 – Shimla to Manali with Hanogi

The drive, with a photo stop at the Hanogi gorge.It is a 7–8 hour drive; keep snacks and water within reach.
4

Day 4 – Old Manali in evening light

Temples and lanes as the sun sets.Hadimba Devi temple, built in 1553, stands in a cedar forest a short walk from Manali's Mall Road.Old Manali's cafés are across a small bridge from the main road.
5

Day 5 – Early Solang, midday Sissu

Snowfields before the crowds, then the Sissu waterfall.Snow suits and boots are hired at Palchan on the way to Solang; check the size before paying.The Atal Tunnel road may close after fresh snowfall; plans can change.
6

Day 6 – Manikaran steam and return

Hot springs and steam in the morning cold, then the drive down.A neck pillow and a light shawl make overnight travel easier.

Quick trip notes

  • Shimla Manali holiday from Rajkot: 5 Nights / 6 Days in all, covering Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran.
  • Shimla Manali pickup for Rajkot travellers: Chandigarh / Kalka.
  • Shimla Manali trip cost from Rajkot: Quoted per enquiry from Rajkot: your dates and your room plan (including children) and your meal plan set the figure.
  • Rajkot Shimla Manali group tour: A Rajkot group of ten or more gets one coach and rooms on the same floor where possible.
  • Shimla Manali honeymoon from Rajkot: Honeymoon couples from Rajkot can ask for a room with a view on one night.
  • Shimla Manali for senior citizens from Rajkot: Parents from Rajkot travel at an easier pace, with the vehicle parked close to each sight.
  • Last day of the Rajkot Shimla Manali tour: Manikaran steam and return.
  • Shimla Manali sightseeing for Rajkot travellers: Sightseeing covers Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran.
  • Shimla Manali by private cab from Rajkot: A private cab from Chandigarh, sized to the number travelling from Rajkot.

Quote and booking

When you ask about the Shimla–Manali trip from Rajkot, we look first at your room plan (including children) and then at your meal plan. Request a free quote; mention if you want us to add travel to Chandigarh or Kalka or only the ground arrangements.

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

Best time to visit Shimla Manali from Rajkot

October–November for the clearest skies; December to February for snow; April–June for greenery.

Tips for travellers from Rajkot

  • Carry spare batteries and keep them warm.
  • Use a polariser for snow and sky.
  • Drones need permission; check local rules before flying.

Questions from Rajkot travellers

Comparing Shimla Manali tour packages from Rajkot? We've gathered the common questions about the journey, the weather and the 5N/6D plan. Our Gorakhpur team replies to every enquiry with a written plan.

By rail Delhi is about 1,250 km and roughly 17–22 hours. The flight from Hirasar to Chandigarh is about 2 hours.
October–November for the clearest skies; December to February for snow; April–June for greenery.
This plan from Rajkot is 5 Nights / 6 Days, covering Delhi – Chandigarh – Shimla – Manali – Kullu – Manikaran. Extra nights can be added if you want a slower pace.
Kufri ridge, Hanogi gorge, Solang snowfields and Sissu waterfall.
At Chandigarh or Kalka, where our cab meets your train or flight for the drive to Shimla. From Rajkot, board at Rajkot Junction (RJT) or fly from Rajkot International (Hirasar).
Up the hill road to Shimla — Drive up; sunset from the Ridge.
The 5 Nights / 6 Days plan covers Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kullu, Manikaran, as shown in the day-wise itinerary above.
We work out the Shimla–Manali trip from Rajkot from your dates and your room plan (including children) and your meal plan. The quote comes in writing and costs nothing to ask for.
Yes, from Hirasar to Chandigarh, direct or via Delhi.
Only with the required permissions; check before you go.

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