About this Himachal Tour
The most complete Himachal journey we run
Twelve days, five regions, one epic circuit. From colonial Shimla to snowy Manali and Solang, the backpacker cafes of the Parvati valley (Kasol), the Tibetan culture of Dharamshala, and the meadows of Dalhousie and Khajjiar.
This is Himachal in full - hill stations, snow, rivers, monasteries and meadows - ideal for a once-in-a-while, see-it-all trip.
Trip Highlights
Every side of Himachal in one grand loop
Colonial Shimla & Kufri
Solang & a Rohtang/Atal Tunnel day
Kasol & Manikaran in the Parvati valley
The Dalai Lama temple
Khajjiar & Dalhousie
Five distinct Himachal regions
Trip Gallery
A taste of the trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Twelve days across all of Himachal
- Arrive in Shimla; check in.
- Evening on the Mall and Ridge.
- Kufri meadows and pony rides.
- Jakhoo temple and the Mall.
- Drive to Manali along the Beas.
- Evening on Mall Road.
- Solang Valley and a Rohtang/Atal Tunnel snow day.
- Hadimba temple.
- Drive to Kasol via Kullu.
- Riverside cafes in Kasol.
- Manikaran hot springs and gurudwara.
- Optional short walk to Chalal.
- Drive to Dharamshala via Mandi.
- Check in at McLeodganj.
- The Dalai Lama temple and Bhagsu falls.
- HPCA stadium and cafes.
- Drive to Dalhousie.
- Evening on the Mall.
- Khajjiar meadow, lake and Kalatop views.
- Panchpula falls.
- Colonial churches and pine walks.
- Relaxed shopping and cafes.
- Drive back to Pathankot/Chandigarh.
- The grand circuit ends.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- All arrival & departure transfers
- 11 nights hotel stay (Five Regions)
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- All sightseeing & transfers by private vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Train/air fare to the start city
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Rohtang permit, adventure & activity charges
- Entry tickets, ropeway & pony rides
- GST as applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to Carry
Mountain holiday essentials
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Best Time: March–June is pleasant and green; December–February brings snow to Shimla, Manali and Kufri; July–September sees monsoon showers and occasional landslides.
How to Reach: The trip is by road in a private vehicle. Most itineraries start from Chandigarh or Delhi; the nearest airports are Chandigarh, Kullu (Bhuntar) and Gaggal (Dharamshala).
Hill Roads: Himachal''s mountain roads are winding and slower than plains. We plan realistic drive times and use experienced local drivers.
Money & Network: Carry some cash for smaller towns; ATMs are in main towns. Mobile network is good in cities and patchy in remote valleys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
It covers five distinct regions in one 12-day loop - Shimla, Manali, the Parvati valley (Kasol), Dharamshala and Dalhousie - so you experience colonial hills, snow, backpacker cafes, Tibetan culture and Alpine meadows in a single trip.
It adds the Parvati valley (Kasol and Manikaran) and an extra buffer day to the classic Shimla-Manali-Dharamshala-Dalhousie route, making it more complete and relaxed - the ultimate see-it-all Himachal circuit.
There are a few longer drives, but the itinerary includes leisure and buffer days to balance them. It is designed so the pace stays enjoyable rather than exhausting.
Travellers who want to experience the whole of Himachal in one go - first-timers wanting the full picture, or those with the time to see everything without returning multiple times.
In winter, several stops (Shimla, Manali, Solang, Dalhousie) get snow. In warmer months, the Rohtang/Atal Tunnel excursion near Manali is your best bet for snow.
Absolutely - we can trim or extend regions (for example add Spiti, or drop the Parvati leg), adjust the number of nights, and tailor hotels to your budget and pace.
It usually starts at Shimla and ends at Dalhousie (via Pathankot). We arrange Volvo, train or flight connections at both ends to suit your city.
April to June for pleasant weather everywhere, and September to November for clear skies. Winter is scenic and snowy but colder with slower roads; monsoon may bring delays.
