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Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking

5 nights from Delhi, with hikes to Chalal and Rudranag, Solang Valley, and Sissu
Duration
5 nights
Destination
Delhi · Kasol · Rudranag · Manali · Delhi
Designed for
Groups
Best time
Nov
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The journey

Travel from Delhi into Himachal Pradesh on an active mountain getaway through Parvati Valley and Kullu Valley. You will explore the riverside village of Kasol, walk the path to Chalal, and hike up to the waterfall at Rudranag. The journey continues with a visit to the hot springs and gurudwara at Manikaran before heading into Manali.

In Manali, discover Old Manali, browse the shops on Mall Road, and take an excursion out to Solang Valley. Depending on the weather, drive through the Atal Tunnel to visit Sissu in Lahaul before returning by overnight bus to Delhi.

Signature Moments

What you'll remember

01

Chalal Village: scenic hike through pine trails along the flowing Parvati River

02

Rudranag: walk past cascading waterfalls and forest paths in Parvati Valley

03

Manikaran Gurudwara: historic riverside pilgrimage spot famous for natural healing hot springs

04

Solang Valley: snowy mountain slopes with adventure sports such as paragliding and zorbing

05

Atal Tunnel and Sissu: high-altitude highway pass leading to quiet landscapes of Lahaul Valley

Your days, your way

Your holiday, day by day

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6 days to exploreCustomisable in your draft
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Day 1 · Kasol

Delhi to Kasol by Overnight Bus

Meet your group at Kashmere Gate in Delhi between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM for a tour briefing. Board your AC Volvo bus and begin the 514-kilometre overnight journey into the Himalayas towards Kasol. Meals are not included today.

Meal notes

Meals not included

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Day 2 · Kasol

Arrival in Kasol and Chalal Hike

Arrive in Kasol in the morning and check in to your stay, where lunch is served. Later in the afternoon, take a hike along the Parvati River to the scenic village of Chalal. Head back to Kasol by evening to wander through the local market and explore popular cafes. Dinner is served at your hotel, followed by an overnight stay in Kasol.

Meal notes

Lunch and dinner included

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Day 3 · Rudranag

Drive to Barshaini and Hike to Rudranag

Eat an early breakfast before transferring by local transport to Barshaini. From Barshaini, begin a 7-kilometre scenic trek up through pine forests to Rudranag, famous for its cascading waterfall. Check into your accommodation on arrival, enjoy evening tea with cookies, and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Dinner, with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, is provided ahead of your overnight stay in Rudranag.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 4 · Manali

Trek to Barshaini, Manikaran, and Manali

Start with a short morning hike around the meadows and enjoy breakfast. Trek back down to Barshaini and board your transport. On the road toward Kasol, stop to visit Manikaran Gurudwara to view its natural hot springs. Continue driving to Manali, check in to your hotel, and head out on foot to explore Old Manali or shop and cafe hop along Mall Road. Dinner and stay are in Manali.

Meal notes

Breakfast and dinner included

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Day 5 · Manali

Solang Valley, Atal Tunnel, and Bus to Delhi

Have breakfast and complete hotel check-out before driving to Solang Valley, known for snowscapes and adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing, and ATV rides. Weather permitting, drive through the Atal Tunnel into Lahaul to visit Sissu. Return to Manali in the evening to board your overnight AC Volvo bus bound for Delhi. Lunch and dinner are not included.

Meal notes

Breakfast included

DelhiDelhi

Day 6 · Delhi

Arrival in Delhi

Your overnight bus pulls into Delhi early in the morning around 8:00 AM at Kashmere Gate, where the trip comes to an end. No meals or further accommodation are included today.

Meal notes

Meals not included

Day 1 of 6

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Places worth exploring

The well-known sights and a few quieter discoveries. Explore photos and reviews, then shape your days in the draft.

India

Rudranag Waterfall

Picturesque cascade on the trail to Kheerganga surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks.

India

Manikaran Sahib

Famous pilgrimage spot known for its revered gurudwara and natural thermal springs.

Solang Valley

India

Solang Valley

Popular mountain hub for winter landscapes and adventure sports like paragliding and zorbing.

These are ideas for your trip. Entry, tickets and opening times need checking; only services in your final booking are included.

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What to budget for

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In this holiday plan

  • AC Volvo Bus tickets from Delhi to Kasol/Bhuntar and Manali to Delhi
  • Transportation in a Tempo Traveler or SUV for local sightseeing and travel from Kasol to Manali
  • Local transport from Kasol to Barshaini and back
  • 3 nights shared accommodation across Kasol, Rudranag, and Manali, plus 2 overnight journeys by bus
  • Total 7 meals: Lunch and Dinner on Day 2, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 3, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 4, and Breakfast on Day 5
  • Evening tea and cookies in Rudranag
  • Special Christmas and New Year celebrations including 2+2 snacks, music, cake, and bonfire (weather permitting)
  • Bonfire (weather permitting)
  • Experienced trip lead
  • Local sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • All permits
  • First aid kit
  • Driver allowance, toll taxes, and parking charges

Plan for these extras

  • −Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels
  • −Additional services such as room heaters
  • −Personal expenses
  • −Additional accommodation or meal costs incurred due to travel delays
  • −Lunches and any other meals not specified in the inclusions
  • −Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing
  • −Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • −On-the-spot charges for an extra 4x4 vehicle if primary transport is blocked by heavy snowfall

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Good to know

Useful details to help you decide, with the finer points confirmed for your own trip.

When to goNov, Dec, Jan
Local currencyIndian Rupee (₹)
Your starting price₹21,700

per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.

Local know-how
  • Standard check-in time at hotels is 1:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM.
  • Travel through the Atal Tunnel and into Sissu depends entirely on local weather conditions.
  • If heavy snow blocks roads, 4x4 vehicles will be arranged at extra charges payable directly on site.
  • Dress warmly as winter temperatures from November to January drop significantly with chances of snowfall.
  • Pick-up and drop-off in Delhi take place at Kashmere Gate.
When is the best time to visit Kasol, Rudranag, Manali, Delhi?

Nov, Dec, Jan

How many days is Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking?

6 days and 5 nights, across 4 destinations.

Which places does Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking cover?

Kasol, Rudranag, Manali, Delhi. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.

What are the must-see highlights of Kasol, Rudranag, Manali, Delhi?

Rudranag Waterfall; Manikaran Sahib; Solang Valley.

Who is Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking best suited to?

friends, couples, solo, groups

Can this trip be customised to my dates and travellers?

Yes. Choose Customise this holiday, add your dates and travellers, and open your Shasa draft. Ask Shasa to add or remove stops, compare flights and hotels, and adjust activities before booking. Our travel experts can also help on WhatsApp.

How much does Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking cost?

From ₹21,700 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.. This is a starting price. Choose Customise this holiday to enter your dates and travellers, compare available options in your draft and review the updated total before checkout.

What's included in this 5-night itinerary?

AC Volvo Bus tickets from Delhi to Kasol/Bhuntar and Manali to Delhi; Transportation in a Tempo Traveler or SUV for local sightseeing and travel from Kasol to Manali; Local transport from Kasol to Barshaini and back; 3 nights shared accommodation across Kasol, Rudranag, and Manali, plus 2 overnight journeys by bus; Total 7 meals: Lunch and Dinner on Day 2, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 3, Breakfast and Dinner on Day 4, and Breakfast on Day 5; Evening tea and cookies in Rudranag; Special Christmas and New Year celebrations including 2+2 snacks, music, cake, and bonfire (weather permitting); Bonfire (weather permitting). These describe the sample holiday. Review the inclusions of your chosen flights, stays and activities in the draft before booking.

What is not included in Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking?

Early check-in before 1:00 PM and late check-out after 11:00 AM at hotels; Additional services such as room heaters; Personal expenses; Additional accommodation or meal costs incurred due to travel delays; Lunches and any other meals not specified in the inclusions; Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing; Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions; On-the-spot charges for an extra 4x4 vehicle if primary transport is blocked by heavy snowfall.

How do I book Kasol, Rudranag and Manali Backpacking?

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Do I need a visa for Kasol, Rudranag, Manali, Delhi?

Visa requirements depend on your passport, residence and destinations. Ask a NxVoy travel expert about the documents, timing and any visa-service charges for your trip before booking.

Starting price
₹21,700
per person, twin-share. Includes return flights from Bengaluru and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary. TBC: sightseeing vehicle, guide, entry tickets and permits, activities and more.
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