Manali

Best Time To Visit

October to March
April to June

Weather

Summer: Max 25ºC, Min 5ºC
Winter: Max – 1ºC, Min – 9ºC

Best Places To Visit

Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Beas Kund, Hidimba Devi Temple, Jogini waterfall, Van Vihar National Park

About Manali

Located in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is a beautiful hill station enclosed by lofty mountains and dense pinewood forests along with the meandering Beas River. In ancient times, the valley was inhabited by nomadic hunters known as ‘rakshas’. Shepherds were the next community to inhabit Kangra Valley and settled to take up agriculture. In the 19th century, British introduced apple trees and trout, which were unique to Manali flora and fauna. Even today, the apple cultivation is a major source of income for the majority of its natives. In terms of adventure, Manali has a lot to offer which include skiing, mountaineering, trekking, rock-climbing and river rafting.

Manali’s history’ is really more myth than history. According to the Hindu mythology, Manali was the home of the lawgiver Manu (after whom the town is named). Legend has it that when a flood deluged the earth, Manu and the gods were towed to dry ground by a giant fish, which was the seventh `avatar’ of the god Vishnu. The area where Manu eventually found refuge was Manali.
Whether that’s actually how it happened or not, Manali remained a fairly quiet place, more or less unknown to the outside world, till pretty recently. During the 20th century, the British started to frequent the town- its climate and natural beauty were equable enough- and Manali gradually began to acquire the reputation of a tourist destination. This reputation got a bit tarnished during the 1970s and 80s, however, mainly because of the discovery that marijuana grown around the town was particularly good.

By Air
The nearest airport is at Bhuntar, located approximately 50 kilometres away from Manali. Domestic flights connect Bhuntar with Delhi and Chandigarh. Once at the airport, you can take a pre-paid taxi to Manali. However, owing to weather conditions, flights are not the most reliable option for getting to or out of Manali.

By Bus
Manali is very well-connected to important tourist destinations like Leh, Shimla, Kullu, Dharamshala and New Delhi by means of a network of state-run as well as private buses. The bus journey from Delhi to Manali is 550 kilometres, and it is advisable to book your tickets in the air-conditioned Volvo coaches, as the buses are more comfortable than ordinary ones, keeping in mind the long distance of the journey.

Rohtang Pass
The high mountain pass of Rohtang lies at an altitude of 3,978 meters above sea level and located in the eastern hills of the Pir Panjal Range. The pass lies at a picturesque location with the rivers Beas and Chenab that lies to the southern and northern side of Rohtang Pass. Rohtang Pass is famous for its picturesque views of the valley and various hidden waterfalls. Rohtang Pass is a must visit on your trip Kullu-Manali.

Hadimba Temple
Situated a top a hillock the Hidimba Devi Temple is surrounded by thick deodar forests and was built in 1553. The temple is dedicated to the Rakshasa Hidimba who was also the wife of the Pandava Bhima. The temple structure is built in a distinctive architectural style that somewhat crosses Indian architecture with the one employed in the Buddhist monasteries. The structure is made primarily of wood and 70 meters from the temple also lays the temple dedicated to Ghatotkacha, the son of Bhima and Hidimba and a hero of the Mahabharatha war.

Vashist Hot Water Springs
The place lies at a distance of 4-5 kilometers from Manali and is situated across the Beas River. The village of Vashist is famous for its sulphurous Hot Water Springs and is a popular attraction among tourist and pilgrims. The springs can also be enjoyed in privacy at the Turkish-styles bath houses which are available here. The village is also famous for its stone temples which are dedicated to a local saint Vashishta.

Solang Valley
Solang valley is also known as the ‘Snow Point’ and is famous for hosting various winter adventure sports like skiing, parachuting and paragliding etc. The Solang Valley is located at an average altitude of 2,560 meters above sea level and is also one of the favorite trekking hotspots in the region. The views from the point are magnificent and give views to snow capped peaks and glaciers.

Beas River
Beas River is often described as the Heart of Kullu valley and is known for its various camping spots and water sports. The river also marks the eastern border of Alexander the Great’s empire in 326 BC. The flow of the river is very fast and is not fit for swimming, but is the perfect for Rafting. The shores of the Beas are famous picnic spots and the best place to relax during the evenings.

Inclusions

  • Welcome drink on arrival (non alcoholic)
  • Accommodation twin sharing basis in respective room according to package.
  • Bed tea, breakfast and Dinner.
  • Daily kessar / Bournvita milk every night (Honeymoon package only).
  • Honeymoon cake once during stay (Honeymoon package only).
  • Flower decoration once during stay (Honeymoon package only).

Package details

Duration : 3 Nights / 4 Days

Day 1 : Manali Local Sight Seeing Tour

Pick up from Delhi Majnoo ka tila Near ISBT overnight journey to Manali 8AM Arrival Manali , check-in to hotel Manali in the Morning. Afternoon visit to Hadimba Devi Temple, Club House, Tibetan monastery, Manu Temple, Vashisht hot springs and evening visit The Mall and Shopping. Overnight stay in hotel

Day 2: Solang Valley

Snow Point Tour :- Solang valley
In case Rohtang pass is not visit due to NGT problem we can not provide you any taxi ( Note – As per The National Green Tribunal (NGTC) notification for Rohtang pass day excursion and cost does not include in this package ) Then you have to visit Solang Valley instead of Rohtang Pass. Later in the noon return to the hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Manali Kullu Rafting point by Manikarn

In the Morning,after having Breakfast we proceed to Visit Nagar Castle or rafting point Kullu Vaishno Mata temple and Rafting Point Kullu & Manikarn: In the Evening time from 4:30 PM Back Manali Over night stay in Hotel
Manikaran: – Manikaran, 45 kms from Kullu and just 3 kms from Kasol, is famous for its hot springs. Thousands of people take a holy dip in hot waters here. The water is so hot that dal, rice & vegetables etc. can be cooked in it. It is also a well known pilgrimage place for both Hindus & Sikhs. Ramchandra and Shivaji temples besides a Gurudwara are there. According to an old legend, Manikaran is connected with Lord Shiva and his divine consort, Parvati, who lost her ear rings here, which gave birth to hot waters on the bank of Parvati River. Hearing this religious myth from the priests will be more rewarding and interesting.

Day 4: Check out From Hotel after noon

Day free for leisure by own and afternoon transfer to bus stand to board the Volvo coach for Delhi and overnight journey . Morning arrival at Delhi.

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