Kullu- Manali Tour

Rohtang Pass

Walls of snow, crystal springs, waterfalls, and deep gorges greet you at this sky-high pass that is the gateway to Leh-Ladakh. Rohtang experiences high snow and is opened only during summer from June to October. Visit the Rani Nalla picnic spot here, throw some snowballs around, and soak in the white beauty of Rohtang.

Major Attractions of Shimla

Bijli Mahadev Temple

The legend of Bijli Mahadev goes that its 60ft tall wooden staff attracts blessings from the Gods in the form of lightning. Trek up through a beautiful jungle path, check out its butter-coated Shiv Lingam and soak in the gorgeous views.  

Manikaran

A holy pilgrimage for both Hindus & Sikhs, Manikaran is associated with the legend of Manu or Noah, who recreated life hereafter the great floods. The highlights of Manikaran are its beautiful temples and hot springs. Take some rice in a cloth & dip it in hot springs for a while and voila- the rice is boiled and ready to be eaten!

Solang Valley

Solang Valley is a paradise for the thrill-seekers. Zoom down the powdered slopes on skis, go paragliding over the valley, and take a shot snowmobiling & zorbing- it is all fun. Horse riding, quad biking, and trekking & camping- Soland Valley is adventure unlimited!

The Great Himalayan National Park

Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this national park spans gorgeous valleys and dense forests. Home to over 200 species of birds, 30 species of mammals, and a1000 types of plants, this park promises you beautiful trekking trails, and sightings of endangered species like greater blue sheep, and musk deer. 

Other Attractions of Kullu-Manali

• Hadimba Temple- A 16th century temple dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bhima of Mahabharata fame
• Vashisht Tempe- Temple in Manali dedicated to sage Vashist
• Manu temple- Dedicated to Manu or Noah who lends his name to Manali
• Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa and Nyingamapa Gompa- Tibetan Monasteries

Festivals of Kullu-Manali

• Kullu Dussehra- The colorful celebration of victory of good over evil
• Winter Festival of Solang Valley- An adventure festival
• Hadimba Devi Fair- A local fair at Hadimba Devi Temple
• Doongri Forest Festival- A local festival to please the village deities
• Manali Winter Carnival- A celebration of nature, culture and adventure in Manali

Food in Kullu-Manali

Manali serves you traditional Himachali fare, which is less spicy and flavorful. Steaming Siddus served with ghee and chickpeas gravy, Himachali mutton preparations, and delicious trout recipes are must-try in Manali. 

Shopping in Kullu- Manali

Multicolored woven shawls and caps are the signature handicrafts of Kulla. Besides this, you may buy a whole lot of Tibetan artifacts, wood-carved boxes & walking sticks, and some other knick-knacks from the local markets of Kullu-Manali.

Best time to Visit

April- June in summer and October to March in winter is the best time to visit Kullu-Manali.

How to Reach

By Air: Bhuntar Airport, around 10kms from Kullu, is connected to major Indian cities in the region.

By Rail: The nearest railhead, Joginder Nagar Railway Station, around 123kms from Kullu, connects the valley to the major cities in the region.  

By Road: A well built & well-maintained network of roads connect Kullu-Manali with the rest of north India.