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Manali & Kasol · Mountains, Rivers & Good Company

Snow at Solang, cafés in Old Manali and riverside nights in the Parvati Valley

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5 Nights / 6 Days(5N/6D)
India, Himachal Pradesh
moderate pace
Great for friends, couples, solo

Destinations: Manali → Solang Valley → Atal Tunnel → Kasol → Manikaran

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Overview

About this Manali & Kasol trip

Built for friend groups who want the full Himachal experience without the planning headache. You start in Manali with Hadimba Temple, the cedar forest at Van Vihar and the cafés of Old Manali, then spend a full day at Solang Valley for paragliding, ATV rides or snow play (season dependent) and a drive through the 9 km Atal Tunnel to Sissu in Lahaul. The second half moves to the Parvati Valley: Kasol's riverside cafés, the hot springs and gurudwara langar at Manikaran, and an easy walk to Chalal village along the river. Comfortable hotels, a dedicated cab for the circuit and Volvo coaches from Delhi keep it affordable without cutting corners.

Six days of Himalayan fun with friends — Solang adventure sports, Atal Tunnel, Kasol cafés and Manikaran.

Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Stay: 3-star hotels & riverside camp
Transport: Volvo coach Delhi–Manali return; private Tempo Traveller/SUV within Himachal
Best time: March to June and October to February (snow from December)
Departures: 8 upcoming dates

Why friends love this trip

Volvo seats Delhi–Manali–Delhi included, so you only book flights or trains to Delhi
Full day at Solang with time for paragliding, ATV or snow activities
Atal Tunnel and Sissu excursion included (subject to road status)
Two nights in Kasol by the Parvati river, not a rushed day trip
Manikaran hot springs and gurudwara langar on the way
Trip captain on WhatsApp throughout for changes and bookings

Trip highlights

Paragliding at Solang Valley
Drive through Atal Tunnel to Sissu
Old Manali café crawl
Hadimba Temple & Van Vihar deodars
Kasol riverside evenings
Manikaran hot springs
Walk to Chalal village

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan for Manali & Kasol

6 days, planned end to end

D1
- Meet the group at the Volvo boarding point in Delhi by evening
- Overnight semi-sleeper Volvo to Manali via Chandigarh and Mandi
- Dinner halt at a highway dhaba (own expense)
- Watch the Beas gorge open up at sunrise near Aut tunnel
D2
- Arrive Manali by late morning, check in and freshen up
- Hadimba Devi Temple and the cedar grove around it
- Van Vihar riverside walk and Manu Temple
- Evening on Mall Road and the cafés of Old Manali
D3
- Early start to Solang Valley for paragliding, ATV or zorbing (own expense)
- Snow play in winter, ropeway to Mount Phatru when operating
- Drive through the 9.02 km Atal Tunnel to Sissu in Lahaul
- Photo stop at Sissu waterfall and the Chandra river, back to Manali
D4
- Check out after breakfast and drive down the Kullu valley
- Optional river rafting on the Beas at Pirdi (own expense)
- Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, hot springs and langar
- Check in at Kasol and evening walk through the market
D5
- Easy riverside trail to Chalal village across the suspension bridge
- Lunch at an Israeli or Himachali café in Kasol
- Optional half-day drive to Tosh or Malana viewpoint (own expense)
- Bonfire evening at the camp or hotel (weather permitting)
D6
- Slow morning by the Parvati river
- Drive to Bhuntar/Kullu for the evening Volvo to Delhi
- Overnight journey, arrive Delhi the next morning
- Trip ends with drop at the Volvo terminal

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Read this before you book — no surprise add-ons later.

Included

Semi-sleeper Volvo tickets Delhi–Manali and Bhuntar–Delhi
3 nights hotel in Manali (3-star, twin/triple sharing)
2 nights in a riverside hotel or Swiss camp in Kasol
Daily breakfast and dinner (MAP) at hotels
Private cab for all transfers and sightseeing in Himachal
Solang Valley and Atal Tunnel–Sissu excursion
Rohtang / Atal Tunnel vehicle permits where required
Bonfire night in Kasol (weather permitting)
24×7 trip coordinator on call

Not included

Flights or trains Hyderabad–Delhi–Hyderabad
Adventure activities (paragliding, ATV, rafting, ropeway)
Lunches and meals during Volvo journeys
Snow gear rental at Solang
Entry tickets and camera fees
Personal expenses and tips

Stay & travel

Hotels & transport

Hotel category

3-star hotels & riverside camp

Twin-sharing rooms with daily breakfast unless stated otherwise. Single rooms and upgrades on request.

Transport

Volvo coach Delhi–Manali return; private Tempo Traveller/SUV within Himachal

Airport and station pick-ups, sightseeing and inter-city transfers are arranged by our ground team.

Overnight stops: Delhi → Manali (overnight Volvo) · Manali · Solang Valley & Atal Tunnel · Manali → Kasol via Manikaran · Kasol & Chalal · Kasol → Bhuntar → Delhi

Route

Route map

8 stops from start to finish

DelhiStart
2ManaliStop 2
3Solang ValleyStop 3
4Atal TunnelStop 4
5SissuStop 5
6ManikaranStop 6
7KasolStop 7
DelhiFinish

Plan ahead

Best time & what to pack

Best time to visit

March to June and October to February (snow from December)

Things to carry

Warm layers and a windproof jacket
Thermal innerwear (October to March)
Waterproof trekking shoes
Sunglasses and SPF 50 sunscreen
Neck pillow and earplugs for the Volvo
Basic medicines and motion-sickness tablets
Power bank — cold drains phones fast
Valid photo ID for permits

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Is the Atal Tunnel / Sissu visit guaranteed?

It depends on snow and administration orders. If the road is closed we substitute Kothi, Gulaba or Naggar Castle the same day.

Will we see snow?

Fresh snow at Solang is most likely from late December to February. From March to May there is usually snow higher up near Atal Tunnel and Sissu.

How do we reach Delhi from Hyderabad?

Most groups fly Hyderabad–Delhi in the afternoon of Day 1. We can add flights at actual cost, or you can travel by Telangana Express / Rajdhani.

Is paragliding safe and how much does it cost?

We use operators registered with Himachal Tourism. Short flights at Solang typically cost ₹1,500–₹3,500 depending on height and season; pay locally.

Can solo travellers join?

Yes — we can pair you with a same-gender roommate on fixed group departures, or charge a single supplement.

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