What does this tour package cover?
This Custom Duration private itinerary covers Shimla, Manali, Himachal Pradesh with planned sightseeing and transfer support. Hotels, vehicle, pickup point and route pace can be customized.
Major experiences: Custom Himachal Private Route, private AC transfers, customizable hotels.
- Duration
- Custom Duration
- Itinerary
- 7 days
- Destination
- Shimla, Manali, Himachal Pradesh
- Guest rating
- 4.6/5 · 12 reviews
- Travel style
- Private & customizable
- Support
- Trip My Bharat assistance
Trip My Bharat’s Guide to Custom Custom Himachal Private Route Tour Packages
A note from Trip My Bharat
Trip My Bharat recommends this route when you want to cover Custom Custom Himachal Private Route in Custom Duration without turning the holiday into a checklist. Families, couples and senior travellers can all use the same base plan; the pace and hotel choices can be adjusted before booking.
How we would plan the days
As listed, the journey moves through Arrival in Shimla and Local Sightseeing, Shimla to Kufri Transfer and Sightseeing, Kufri to Manali Transfer and Sightseeing, Manali to Solang Valley Transfer and Sightseeing, Solang Valley to Dharamshala Transfer and Sightseeing and Dharamshala to McLeod Ganj Transfer and Sightseeing. In real travel, a late arrival or a hotel on the other side of town can change the sensible order, so our team checks those details before locking the itinerary.
A practical local tip
Mountain weather and drive time can change quickly. Snow routes, high passes and monsoon-affected roads need a fresh check, while peak-season hotel locations should be selected to reduce daily traffic time.
One last check before you book
A useful booking confirmation should leave very little to guesswork. Check the hotel type, vehicle, pickup location, sightseeing inclusions and cancellation terms. We also suggest reconfirming time-sensitive attractions shortly before departure.
Our route check: For current regional guidance, our planning team also refers to Himachal Pradesh Tourism. Local timings and travel conditions can still change, so we verify time-sensitive details again for your travel dates.
Tour Highlights
Custom Himachal Private Route
private AC transfers
customizable hotels
local sightseeing
trip assistance
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Shimla and Local Sightseeing
Pickup & Hotel Check-in
Pickup from the selected airport, railway station or hotel. Your Trip My Bharat travel coordinator will connect you with the assigned driver, help confirm the day’s route and ensure a smooth transfer to Shimla. Complete hotel check-in, freshen up and begin the time-permitting visits.
Shimla Sightseeing Highlights
- The Ridge and Christ Church
- Jakhu Temple
- Mall Road
- Indian Institute of Advanced Study
Optional / Time-Permitting Experiences
- Green Valley
- Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Shimla. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 2
Shimla to Kufri Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from Shimla to Kufri (about 16 km / 45–60 minutes). Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
Kufri Sightseeing Highlights
- Kufri viewpoint
- Himalayan Nature Park
- Fagu valley
- Mashobra
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Kufri. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 3
Kufri to Manali Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from Kufri to Manali (about 250 km / 7–9 hours). Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
Manali Sightseeing Highlights
- Hadimba Devi Temple
- Manu Temple
- Vashisht Temple and hot-water springs
- Van Vihar
Optional / Time-Permitting Experiences
- Old Manali
- Tibetan Monastery
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Manali. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 4
Manali to Solang Valley Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from Manali to Solang Valley (about 14 km / 40–60 minutes). Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
Solang Valley Sightseeing Highlights
- Solang Valley viewpoints
- seasonal snow point
- Anjani Mahadev trail
- adventure activity area
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Solang Valley. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 5
Solang Valley to Dharamshala Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from Solang Valley to Dharamshala. Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
Dharamshala Sightseeing Highlights
- HPCA Stadium
- War Memorial
- Kangra Art Museum
- Tea Garden
Optional / Time-Permitting Experiences
- Norbulingka Institute
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Dharamshala. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 6
Dharamshala to McLeod Ganj Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from Dharamshala to McLeod Ganj (about 6 km / 25–40 minutes). Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
McLeod Ganj Sightseeing Highlights
- Tsuglagkhang Complex
- Bhagsunag Temple
- Bhagsu Waterfall
- St John in the Wilderness
Optional / Time-Permitting Experiences
- Naddi viewpoint
- Dal Lake
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in McLeod Ganj. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 7
Dalhousie Sightseeing and Departure
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from McLeod Ganj to Dalhousie (about 125 km / 4–5 hours). Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
Dalhousie Sightseeing Highlights
- Subhash Baoli
- St John Church
- Panchpula
- Satdhara Falls
Optional / Time-Permitting Experiences
- Gandhi Chowk
- Bakrota Hills
Checkout & Departure
After the final visits, your Trip My Bharat driver will take you to the agreed airport or railway station and assist with a comfortable drop. The day’s route will be adjusted around your confirmed departure time.
What's Included & Excluded
Inclusions
5 items- Private AC vehicle for the confirmed itinerary, transfers and sightseeing
- Pickup and drop from the mutually agreed airport, railway station or hotel
- Driver allowance, fuel and applicable road tolls for the confirmed route
- Day-wise route planning with destination and seasonal travel guidance
- Trip My Bharat coordination and travel assistance during the journey
Exclusions
4 items- Flights, train tickets and intercity transport not listed in the confirmation
- Hotel accommodation and meals unless specifically included in the final quote
- Entry tickets, local guides, activities, safari, ropeway or permit charges
- Personal expenses, travel insurance and anything not mentioned in inclusions
Top Attractions
Guest experiences for this route
12 published reviews
“This was our first visit to Himachal Pradesh. The sequence of attractions made sense and helped us use the available time well.”
“One attraction was crowded, but the driver changed the order and we still completed the important visits comfortably.”
“The package felt personal rather than fixed. Our request for a slower morning and an extra stop near the mountain viewpoints was accommodated.”
“Good coordination from arrival to final drop. The route notes, hotel location and local suggestions were genuinely helpful.”
“A balanced trip with sightseeing and enough rest time. the relaxed hill-town sightseeing was the highlight for everyone in our group.”
“Booking was straightforward and there were no surprise route changes. We received clear information before every transfer.”
“The itinerary was detailed but still flexible. That helped when weather conditions changed during our journey.”
“Polite driver, sensible timings and useful local guidance. We would consider Trip My Bharat again for another family tour.”
“The sightseeing flow was well planned. A little more free time in the market would have been ideal, but the overall service was reliable.”
“The route was practical and we covered the mountain viewpoints without feeling rushed. Our driver was punctual and the vehicle remained clean throughout.”
“We travelled as a family and especially enjoyed the relaxed hill-town sightseeing. Hotel and pickup coordination was clear from the beginning.”
“The day-wise plan saved us from unnecessary backtracking. The team also adjusted one stop when local traffic became heavy.”
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