Shimla Manali from Kolkata Tour Package

Day 1: Boarding Train from Howrah

• Assemble at Howrah Railway Station (HWH) by 08:45 PM.

• Board the 12311 Netaji Express departing at 09:55 PM (runs via Barddhaman, Asansol, Dhanbad, Prayagraj, Delhi).

• Overnight onboard the train.

Day 2: Train Journey Across the Northern Plains

• Full-day onboard journey across Uttar Pradesh and Haryana.

• Enjoy the changing landscapes and group camaraderie.

• Overnight onboard the train.

Day 3: Arrival at Kalka / Chandigarh & Transfer to Shimla (Night Stay: Shimla)

• Arrive at Kalka (03:00 AM) / Chandigarh (01:35 AM).

• Meet and greet by tour representative/chauffeur; board the vehicle and proceed towards the Himalayan foothills.

• Morning scenic uphill drive to Shimla (approx. 110 km / 3.5–4 hours).

• Check in to your hotel, freshen up, and relax.

• Afternoon/evening walk along the historic pedestrian ridge:

  • The Ridge & Christ Church

  • Mall Road & Scandal Point

  • Lakkar Bazaar (famous for wooden handicrafts and souvenirs)

• Dinner and overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 4: Kufri & Shimla Sightseeing (Night Stay: Shimla)

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Drive to the alpine hamlet of Kufri (approx. 16 km):

  • Kufri Fun World & Mahasu Peak

  • Himalayan Nature Park / Zoo

  • Optional horse riding and Yak rides (direct payment)

• Return to Shimla for afternoon visits to:

  • Jakhoo Temple (dedicated to Lord Hanuman, atop Shimla's highest peak)

  • Viceregal Lodge (Indian Institute of Advanced Study)

• Evening free for shopping and cafe-hopping on Mall Road.

• Dinner and overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 5: Shimla to Manali via Kullu Valley & Pandoh Dam (Night Stay: Manali)

• Early breakfast and check out from Shimla.

• Drive along the scenic Beas River basin towards Manali (approx. 250 km / 7.5–8 hours).

• En-route stops:

  • Sundernagar Lake

  • Pandoh Dam

  • Hanogi Mata Temple

  • Kullu Valley (visit Shawl Weaving Centers and river rafting points)

• Reach Manali by late evening, check in to your resort, and unwind.

• Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.

Day 6: Manali Local Sightseeing & Old Manali (Night Stay: Manali)

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Head out for local cultural exploration:

  • Hadimba Devi Temple (ancient pagoda-style wooden temple inside cedar woods)

  • Vashisht Village & Natural Hot Sulphur Springs

  • Tibetan Monastery (Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa)

  • Club House & Van Vihar

• Evening stroll on the bustling Manali Mall Road.

• Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.

Day 7: Solang Valley & Atal Tunnel Excursion (Night Stay: Manali)

• Post breakfast, head toward the high alpine wonderland:

  • Solang Valley (famed for paragliding, zorbing, quad biking, and snow activities)

  • Drive through the engineering marvel Atal Tunnel to enter the barren trans-Himalayan landscapes of Sissu / Lahaul Valley(subject to local administration & weather permits)

• Evening return to Manali; warm bonfire setup at the hotel/resort (weather permitting).

• Dinner and overnight stay in Manali.

Day 8: Manali to Chandigarh Drop & Return Train Boarding

• Breakfast at the hotel and check out by 07:30 AM.

• Drive down towards Chandigarh / Kalka Railway Station (approx. 290 km / 8 hours).

• Arrive at the station by evening.

• Board the return train 12312 Netaji Express back toward Howrah.

• Overnight journey onboard the train.

Day 9: Train Journey

• Full day and overnight train journey across the plains of North India.

• Share tour memories, photos, and relax with fellow travelers.

Day 10: Arrival at Howrah

• Arrive at Howrah Railway Station (HWH) in the morning/early afternoon.

• Tour concludes with alpine memories of the Himalayas.