About this Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days Package

Our Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days is planned around the famous Kullu Dussehra – the week-long festival that begins on Vijayadashami, when the rest of India has finished its Dussehra. Instead of burning Ravana effigies, over 200 village deities are carried in palanquins to Kullu to pay homage to Lord Raghunath, whose chariot is pulled by hand with sacred ropes. The Dhalpur ground fills with fair stalls, food tents and folk music – a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the Valley of the Gods.

Pickup and drop are at Manali Volvo Parking, with 11 nights in a Manali hotel, breakfast and dinner, and a private cab for every sightseeing day. Next Kullu Dussehra: from Vijayadashami, 9th Oct, 2027 (about 7 days) – book early, as hotels in Manali and Kullu fill up fast during the festival.

Day-wise plan – Day 1: Arrival Manali; Day 2: Kullu Dussehra Opening Ceremony; Day 3: Manali – Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) – Manali; Day 4: Manali Local Sightseeing, Vashisht & Jogini Falls; Day 5: Naggar Tour; Day 6: Manikaran Gurudwara & Hot Springs; Day 7: Solang Valley & Dhundi Hike; Day 8: Kothi & Gulaba Meadows; Day 9: Day at Leisure; Day 10: Bijli Mahadev Temple; Day 11: Kullu Dussehra Closing Ceremony; Day 12: Departure – Drop at Manali Volvo Parking.

Travel Himalayas is an HP Govt. approved tour operator in Manali since 2002. See also our Manali taxi rates and booking procedure.

🗓️ Last updated: by Sunil Verma (Founder & Director), Travel Himalayas, Manali · Suitable for families, couples, festival lovers & photographers

Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days – Quick Facts

🗓️ Duration11 Nights / 12 Days
💰 Price₹44,300 for 2 adults (about ₹22,200 per person) – complete package for your date in the calculator
📍 Pickup / DropManali Volvo Parking → Hotel / Manali Volvo Parking (Day 12)
🏨 Night stayManali × 11
⛰️ Highest pointRohtang Pass – 3,978 m
🌤️ Best timeMarch – June: pleasant 10 – 25 °C; July – September: monsoon

Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days – Short Itinerary

  1. DAY 1
    Arrival ManaliVolvo Parking → Hotel · Mall Road
    2-5 Kms15-20 Mins
  2. DAY 2
    Kullu Dussehra Opening CeremonyRaghunath Rath Yatra · Dhalpur Maidan (Dussehra Ground)
    80 Kms8 Hours
  3. DAY 3
    Manali – Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) – ManaliRahalla Fall · Marhi · Rohtang Pass
    102 Kms8-9 Hours
  4. DAY 4
    Manali Local Sightseeing, Vashisht & Jogini FallsHadimba Devi Temple · Tibetan Monastery · Club House · Vashisht Hot Springs · Jogini Falls
    25 Kms7-8 Hours
  5. DAY 5
    Naggar TourNaggar Castle · Roerich Art Gallery · Patlikuhl Trout Farm
    45 Kms5-6 Hours
  6. DAY 6
    Manikaran Gurudwara & Hot SpringsGurudwara Manikaran Sahib · Manikaran · Beas River Rafting
    160 Kms8-9 Hours
  7. DAY 7
    Solang Valley & Dhundi HikeSolang Valley · Dhundi
    35 Kms7 Hours
  8. DAY 8
    Kothi & Gulaba MeadowsKothi Meadows · Gulaba Meadows
    40 Kms6 Hours
  9. DAY 9
    Day at LeisureFree day · vehicle not included
    No Drive
  10. DAY 10
    Bijli Mahadev TempleBijli Mahadev
    125 Kms7-8 Hours
  11. DAY 11
    Kullu Dussehra Closing CeremonyRaghunath Rath Yatra · Dhalpur Maidan (Dussehra Ground)
    80 Kms8 Hours
  12. DAY 12
    Departure – Drop at Manali Volvo ParkingDrop at Manali Volvo Parking
    2-5 Kms15-20 Mins
Duration: 11 Nights / 12 DaysTotal by cab: approx. 692 kmNight stay: Manali × 11

Route Map – Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days

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Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days – route mapRoad map from Manali drawn from real coordinates (true compass directions; distances compressed away from Manali): local sightseeing, Sethan and Hampta; Chandigarh via Mandi, Bhuntar Airport and Kullu; Kasol, Manikaran, Tosh and Malana; Jibhi, Shoja, Jalori Pass to Rampur Bushahr; Rohtang Pass to Khoksar; Solang, Atal Tunnel and Sissu; Leh via Baralacha La or via Zanskar; Udaipur, Trilokinath, Killar and Chamba; Dharamshala and McLeodganj via Palampur; Pathankot, Dalhousie, Khajjiar, Chamba, Bharmour and the Mani Mahesh trek; Jammu, Katra and Amritsar; the Spiti – Kinnaur circuit via Atal Tunnel, Batal, Kunzum Pass, Kaza, Tabo, Nako, Reckong Peo and Kalpa to Rampur Bushahr, and on to Shimla via Luhri, Narkanda and Kufri; the Karsog valley road from Sundernagar or Pandoh to Luhri. Boundaries not shown. Day 5: Naggar Tour Day 6: Manikaran Gurudwara & Hot Springs Day 7: Solang Valley & Dhundi Hike Day 8: Kothi & Gulaba Meadows 4km 10km 3km 40km 12km 18km 19km 9km 4km 16km 4km 20km 22km 9km 10km 5km 30km 6km 4km 3km 7km 4km 10km 10km 7km 8km6km 4km 11km 9km tunnel 25km 7km 20km 7km 23km 22km 35km 78km 70km 60km 15km 35km 40km 30km 80km 215km 35km 50km 9km 100km 40km 30km 60km 75km 16km 35km 10km 13km 55km 25km 72km 22km 24km 65km 13km 13km trek 110km 50km 115km 15km 5km 17km 33km 14km 11km 19km 57km 14km 8km 16km 24km 8km 23km 65km 36km 7km 18km 26km 85km 115km 16km 46km 25km 175km 115km 22km 18km 20km 34km 32km 99km 43km 100km 52km 18km 8km MANALI (Mall Road)⛰ 2,050 m Van Vihar Tibetan Monastery Hadimba Devi Temple📏 2km Club House Prini Sethan Village📏 14km Hampta Pass Viewpoint📏 17km Kullu📏 40km⛰ 1,220 m Bhuntar Airport (Kullu)📏 52km · 1.5–2 hrs Aut Mandi📏 110km CHANDIGARH📏 310km · 8–9 hrs Jari Malana📏 90km Kasol📏 80km · 2.5–3 hrs Manikaran📏 85km Barshaini Tosh📏 105km Banjar Jibhi📏 100km · 3–3.5 hrs Shoja Jalori Pass📏 115km Ani Rampur Bushahr📏 195km · 6–7 hrs Nehru Kund Palchan Solang Valley📏 14km Atal Tunnel📏 25km Kothi Rahalla Fall Gulaba Marhi Rani Nala Rohtang Pass📏 51km · 2–3 hrs Khoksar📏 42km (via Atal Tunnel) North PortalSissu📏 40km · 1.5–2 hrs Tandi Keylong📏 70km Jispa📏 90km Darcha📏 97km Deepak Taal📏 120km Suraj Taal📏 142km Baralacha La📏 145km · 5–6 hrs Sarchu📏 180km Pang Tanglang La Upshi Karu LEH📏 430km · 1–2 days Shinku La Gonbo Rangjon Padum (Zanskar)📏 250km Nimmu (Sangam) Udaipur📏 105km Trilokinath Killar (Pangi)📏 205km Sach Pass Bairagarh CHAMBA📏 330–365km Baijnath📏 185km Palampur📏 200km DHARAMSHALA📏 235km · 7–8 hrs McLeodganj📏 245km Gaggal Airport (Kangra) Nurpur PATHANKOT📏 315km DALHOUSIE📏 320km · 9–10 hrs Khajjiar📏 340km Bharmour📏 430km Hadsar Mani Mahesh Lake⛰ 4,080m JAMMU📏 425km KATRA📏 470km AMRITSAR📏 430km · 9–10 hrs Gramphu Chhatru Batal Chandratal Lake📏 120km Kunzum Pass Losar KAZA📏 200km · 8–9 hrs Key Monastery📏 215km Kibber📏 220km Langza📏 215km Schilling Dhankar📏 230km Tabo📏 245km Nako📏 310km Pooh Reckong Peo📏 410km Kalpa📏 415km Karcham Sangla Chitkul📏 480km SHIMLA📏 250km · 7–8 hrs Kufri Narkanda Sundernagar Pandoh KARSOG📏 192km Luhri Powari Petrol pump · CHANDIGARHPetrol pump · MandiPetrol pump · Bhuntar Airport (Kullu)Petrol pump · KulluPetrol pump · MANALI (Mall Road)Petrol pump · BanjarPetrol pump · Rampur BushahrPetrol pump · Tandi bridgePetrol pump · KaruPetrol pump · LEHPetrol pump · CHAMBAPetrol pump · PalampurPetrol pump · DHARAMSHALAPetrol pump · PATHANKOTPetrol pump · DALHOUSIEPetrol pump · Lahal (Bharmour)Petrol pump · JAMMUPetrol pump · KATRAPetrol pump · AMRITSARPetrol pump · KAZAPetrol pump · Reckong PeoPetrol pump · SHIMLAPetrol pump · NarkandaPetrol pump · SundernagarPetrol pump · AutPetrol pump · Jari (Parvati valley)Petrol pump · KasolPetrol pump · Aleo (left bank, near Prini)Petrol pump · SissuPetrol pump · Keylong (Upasak)Petrol pump · SanglaPetrol pump · PoohPetrol pump · Padum / Stara (Zanskar)Petrol pump · BaijnathPetrol pump · Gaggal (Kangra airport)Petrol pump · Nurpur 🧭 True compass directions · places near Manali spread out, far places pulled in · 📏 under each place: road distance from Manali · white tags: distance between stops · approx.

🧭 Same Himachal & Spiti road map as our Manali taxi rates page – places near Manali spread out and far places pulled in. The coloured lines are the days of this package; 📏 under each place = road distance from Manali, white tags = distance between stops (approx.). 🟡 Gold ring = night stay · ⛰ = altitude · ⛽ red icons = petrol pumps. Tap a day to highlight its route.

Day-wise Detail Itinerary with Distance & Time

DAY 1

Arrival Manali (2-5 Kms / 15-20 Mins)

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Pickup: our driver meets you at Manali Volvo Parking (overnight Volvos arrive 7–10 AM) and transfers you to your hotel.

Check in at your hotel and rest after the overnight journey. The afternoon is free to stroll along Mall Road and get your bearings. Evening and night at your hotel.

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 2

Kullu Dussehra Opening Ceremony (80 Kms / 8 Hours)

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A local guide escorts you to the opening day of Kullu Dussehra in Kullu, 40 km from Manali. Over 200 village deities arrive at the Dhalpur meadow to pay homage to Lord Raghunath, who comes in an elaborately decorated chariot accompanied by the erstwhile Raja of Kullu. The chariot is pulled with massive ropes that the local people consider sacred.

When the rites are over, the thousands of visitors spread out over the ground, full of tents selling sweets, snacks, clothing and household items at bargain prices. Stroll around and enjoy the local enthusiasm. By evening we return to Manali. Overnight at your hotel.

  • Raghunath Rath Yatra · Kullu · opening & closing day
    The decorated chariot of Lord Raghunath, the presiding deity of the valley, is pulled by hand with sacred ropes while over 200 village deities in palanquins pay homage.
  • Dhalpur Maidan (Dussehra Ground) · Kullu · approx. 40 km
    The big Dussehra ground of Kullu, filled with fair stalls, food tents, folk music and hundreds of visiting village deities during the festival week.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Kullu (Dhalpur ground)approx. 40 km1.5 hrs
Kullu → Manaliapprox. 40 km1.5 hrs
Plus the full day at the Dussehra ground

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 3

Manali – Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) – Manali (102 Kms / 8-9 Hours)

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Today we drive up to the Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) (13,050 ft), gateway to the high-altitude deserts of Lahaul and Spiti. From the pass you see the barren, towering mountains of the Greater Himalaya to the north and the green forests and glades of Kullu to the south. Stops on the way at Rahalla Falls and Marhi.

Back to Manali by evening. Evening at leisure – stroll down the busy Mall Road with its shops and restaurants and pick up some local handicrafts. Overnight at your hotel.

  • Rahalla Fall · approx. 27 km
    Waterfall fed by melting snow, falling over rocks beside the road. A popular photo stop.
  • Marhi · approx. 33 km
    Last halt before Rohtang with dhabas for tea, Maggi and parathas. Snow dresses can be hired on the way.
  • Rohtang Pass · 3,978 m · approx. 51 km
    High mountain pass between Kullu and Lahaul. Snow, glacier views, snow scooter, skiing and sledging (extra cost). Permit included.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Kothi → Gulaba → Rahalla Fall → Marhiapprox. 33 km1.5–2 hrs
Marhi → Rohtang Pass (3,978 m)approx. 18 km1 hr
Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) → Manaliapprox. 51 km2.5 hrs
Rohtang permit included · closed on Tuesdays

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 4

Manali Local Sightseeing, Vashisht & Jogini Falls (25 Kms / 7-8 Hours)

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A full day around Manali. Visit the 500-year-old Hadimba Devi Temple in its grove of giant deodars, its walls adorned with the horns of animals once offered to the goddess. Then the finely crafted Buddhist monastery near the market with a giant Buddha, and the older monastery built in the early 1960s by Tibetan refugees, with ancient statues and beautiful thangkas painted on silk. Lunch at the Club House beside the Manalsu stream.

In the afternoon we cross the Beas to the ancient village of Vashisht for a dip in the hot sulphur springs, then walk through its cobbled lanes to the cascading Jogini Falls with grand views of snowy peaks and meadows. Back to Manali by evening – relax at the hotel or take a stroll in the market.

  • Hadimba Devi Temple · Dhungri forest · 2 km
    Four-tier pagoda wooden temple built in 1553, dedicated to Hidimba, wife of Bhima. Set in a tall deodar forest, with the Ghatotkach shrine nearby. Yak rides and photos in local Himachali dress.
  • Tibetan Monastery · Near Mall Road
    Colourful Gadhan Thekchhokling monastery built by Tibetan settlers, with a large Buddha statue, murals and prayer wheels. Tibetan market for handicrafts nearby.
  • Club House · Old Manali road · 2 km
    Fun spot on the Manalsu stream with indoor games, river crossing and small amusement rides. Good for families, with a small market for woollens.
  • Vashisht Hot Springs · Vashisht village · approx. 3 km
    Old stone village above the Beas with natural hot sulphur springs in two large tanks, believed to have healing properties.
  • Jogini Falls · Above Vashisht · short walk
    Tall cascade reached by a pleasant walk through orchards and cobbled paths beyond Vashisht village.
RouteDistanceTime
Hadimba Temple → Monasteries → Club Houseapprox. 8 km3–4 hrs
Manali → Vashisht → Jogini Falls (walk) → Manaliapprox. 6 km + walk2–3 hrs

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 5

Naggar Tour (45 Kms / 5-6 Hours)

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We escort you to the quaint village of Naggar, once the capital of the Kullu Rajas, on one of the most picturesque drives of the valley along the left bank of the Beas. Visit the ancient Naggar Castle with its museum on Kullu culture, and the Roerich Art Gallery – the cottage of Svetoslav Roerich, with some of the most mesmerising Himalayan landscape paintings you will ever see.

Lunch at the castle restaurant overlooking the central Kullu valley. On the way back we stop at the Patlikuhl trout hatchery and farm. Drop at your hotel for the night.

  • Naggar Castle · approx. 21 km
    Built around 1460 by Raja Sidh Singh in Kath-Kuni style of stone and wood. Now a heritage hotel with the Jagti Patt temple and wide valley views.
  • Roerich Art Gallery · Naggar · approx. 22 km
    Former home of Russian painter Nicholas Roerich, showing his famous Himalayan paintings in a garden setting.
  • Patlikuhl Trout Farm · Patlikuhl · approx. 15 km
    Trout hatchery and farm on the left bank road, a short stop on the way back from Naggar.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Jagatsukh → Naggar (left bank road)approx. 21 km45 min
Naggar → Patlikuhl → Manaliapprox. 25 km1 hr

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 6

Manikaran Gurudwara & Hot Springs (160 Kms / 8-9 Hours)

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We drive south past Kullu – still full of the Dussehra fair – into the Parvati side valley to Manikaran, known for its large Gurudwara visited by thousands of pilgrims, an ancient Hindu temple and its near-boiling hot springs in which food is cooked.

After the morning here we head back to Manali. On the way you can enjoy an optional 14 km river rafting trip on the Beas (extra cost).

  • Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib · Manikaran · approx. 80 km
    Large Sikh shrine beside an ancient Ram temple, with boiling hot springs where the langar is cooked.
  • Manikaran · approx. 80 km
    Sacred town of Gurudwara Manikaran Sahib and the Ram Temple, with natural boiling hot springs where langar rice is cooked.
  • Beas River Rafting · Near Kullu · optional
    Optional 14 km river rafting on the Beas on the way back to Manali (at extra cost, subject to water level).
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Kullu → Bhuntar → Manikaranapprox. 80 km3–3.5 hrs
Manikaran → Manali (optional rafting near Kullu)approx. 80 km3–3.5 hrs

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 7

Solang Valley & Dhundi Hike (35 Kms / 7 Hours)

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After breakfast we drive to the beautiful Solang Valley, a ski resort in winter. In October you get great views of snow-clad peaks as you stroll through green meadows. Try horse riding or a short paragliding flight (extra cost).

We also take you on a short hike through meadows and forest to the small hamlet of Dhundi for a packed lunch with magnificent panoramic views. Back to Manali and your hotel for the night.

  • Solang Valley · 2,480 m · approx. 14 km
    Adventure valley with paragliding, ropeway, ATV rides and zorbing in summer, and skiing in winter (all extra cost).
  • Dhundi · Beyond Solang · short hike
    Small hamlet reached by a gentle hike through meadows and forest from Solang, with a grand mountain panorama.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Solang Valleyapprox. 14 km40 min
Solang → Dhundi (short hike) → Solangapprox. 6 km2–3 hrs
Solang Valley → Manaliapprox. 14 km40 min

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 8

Kothi & Gulaba Meadows (40 Kms / 6 Hours)

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After a late breakfast we head north to the village of Kothi and the meadows of Gulaba for a quiet day with nature at its best – lush meadows, gurgling streams and wild flowers. Lunch and back to Manali by evening. Enjoy the hustle and bustle of Mall Road and pick up some handicrafts before returning to your hotel.

  • Kothi Meadows · Kothi · approx. 12 km
    Quiet village and meadows on the old Rohtang road, with views into the deep Beas gorge.
  • Gulaba Meadows · Gulaba · approx. 20 km
    Open meadows with streams and wild flowers below Rohtang, ideal for a relaxed day in nature.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Kothiapprox. 12 km30–40 min
Kothi → Gulaba → Manaliapprox. 28 km1.5 hrs

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 9

Day at Leisure (No Drive)

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A free day to relax at your hotel or go on a shopping spree on the lively Mall Road (vehicle not included today).

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 10

Bijli Mahadev Temple (125 Kms / 7-8 Hours)

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Drive to the ancient temple of Bijli Mahadev on a hilltop above Kullu town. The temple is famous for lightning that strikes its stone Shivling almost every year – the priests then join the pieces together with butter and it returns to its original shape. From the temple courtyard enjoy panoramic views of the snowy Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. After a packed lunch at a scenic spot we return to Manali by evening.

  • Bijli Mahadev · 2,460 m · approx. 62 km + 3 km walk
    Hilltop Shiva temple reached by a short walk of about 3 km from the road head. Famous for its tall wooden staff said to attract lightning, with wide views of the Kullu and Parvati valleys.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Kullu → Bijli Mahadev road headapprox. 62 km2.5 hrs
Walk to the temple and backapprox. 3 km each way2–2.5 hrs
Bijli Mahadev → Manaliapprox. 62 km2.5 hrs

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 11

Kullu Dussehra Closing Ceremony (80 Kms / 8 Hours)

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Today we drive to Kullu for the closing ceremony of Kullu Dussehra. Watch the village deities leave for their home villages and the chariot of Lord Raghunath return to its temple near the royal palace. Enjoy the lively atmosphere and pick up a few souvenirs before returning to Manali for the night.

  • Raghunath Rath Yatra · Kullu · opening & closing day
    The decorated chariot of Lord Raghunath, the presiding deity of the valley, is pulled by hand with sacred ropes while over 200 village deities in palanquins pay homage.
  • Dhalpur Maidan (Dussehra Ground) · Kullu · approx. 40 km
    The big Dussehra ground of Kullu, filled with fair stalls, food tents, folk music and hundreds of visiting village deities during the festival week.
RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Kullu (Dhalpur ground)approx. 40 km1.5 hrs
Kullu → Manaliapprox. 40 km1.5 hrs

🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali

DAY 12

Departure – Drop at Manali Volvo Parking (2-5 Kms / 15-20 Mins)

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After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Free time for last-minute shopping.

Drop: after check-out we drop you at Manali Volvo Parking for your onward Volvo (usually 4–6:30 PM). On request we also book your onward bus, taxi or flight to Delhi at extra cost.

RouteDistanceTime
Manali → Volvo Parking drop2–5 km10–20 min

Tour ends with happy memories.

Kullu Dussehra 11N/12D Package Price – Complete Package Cost

👤 Adults
1
🧒 Children (5–11 yrs)
0
👶 Below 5 yrs (hotel free)
0
🏨 11 nights hotel (breakfast & dinner)
🚗 Private cab as per itinerary (Manali taxi union rates)
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💡 The amount is the complete package cost for your whole group (not per person). Hotel: ₹900 per person per night in off season, ₹1,500 in season, rooms as per group (max 3 adults per room, or 2 adults + 2 children below 12). Single person in a room: 80% of the double-room rate (e.g. ₹2,400 instead of ₹3,000 at ₹1,500 per person). Children below 5 years stay free in the hotel (no hotel cost added; they still count for vehicle seats). Cab: Manali taxi union rates for each day of the itinerary. Season: 15th Apr – 10th Jul, 11th Oct – 20th Nov, 11th Dec – 5th Jan; all other dates are off season. 🔒 Fixed rates – no bargaining please 😊. 30% advance confirms booking, balance on arrival.

Hotels in Manali

CategoryManali (11N)Meal Plan
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Deluxe (3★)3★ hotelMAP
Super DeluxeSuperior 3★ hotelMAP
Premium (4★)4★ hotelMAP

MAP = Breakfast + Dinner. Hotel names for your dates are confirmed on WhatsApp before booking – tap a city to see our hotels there. Check-in 12 noon, check-out 10 AM. Early check-in subject to availability. Hotel photos and options shared on WhatsApp.

Inclusions – What the Package Includes

  • Pickup from Manali Volvo Parking to hotel on Day 1
  • Drop at Manali Volvo Parking on Day 12
  • 11 nights hotel stay in Manali according to number of persons
  • Daily breakfast & dinner (MAP plan)
  • All sightseeing by private cab as per itinerary & vehicle selected (Manali taxi union rates)
  • Kullu Dussehra opening and closing ceremony day trip to Kullu
  • Rohtang Pass permit
  • Fuel, toll tax, parking, state tax & driver allowance (driver food & accommodation)

Exclusions – Not Included

  • Onward bus / taxi / flight to Delhi (we book it on request at extra cost)
  • Snow scooter, paragliding, horse riding and river rafting (optional, at extra cost)
  • Volvo bus tickets to and from Manali
  • Lunch and any meal not mentioned
  • Monument & Museum Entrance Fees for the sights mentioned in the Itinerary
  • Any Kind of Adventure Activities (ropeway, snow activities, river rafting, paragliding, ATV etc.)
  • Snow dress / boots on rent
  • 4X4 vehicle: Tour to Snow Point is up to where the vehicle can go, else you can hire a 4X4 vehicle at extra cost
  • AC will not work in uphills (AC vehicle on request at extra charges)
  • The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary
  • Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered
  • Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated)
  • Guide fee, camera fee, Soft or Hard drinks, Starters
  • Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls, Porterage
  • Medical & Travel insurance
  • Additional costs due to flight cancellation, road blocks etc.
  • Any changes you may choose to make during your tour
  • 5% GST (only if GST bill is required)
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Inclusions”
🎟️ Entry fees for Indians and foreigners are listed day by day in the detail itinerary. Monument, temple and activity charges are paid by you at the gate. Most temples, monasteries and viewpoints in Himachal are free; activities such as paragliding, rafting, ropeways and snow sports are extra. "approx." fees can change – carry some cash.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Kullu Dussehra?

Kullu Dussehra starts on Vijayadashami and lasts about 7 days. The next festival begins on 9th Oct, 2027. In 2026 it began on 20th Oct.

What happens on the opening day?

The chariot of Lord Raghunath is pulled by hand with sacred ropes to the Dhalpur ground in Kullu, where over 200 village deities in palanquins gather to pay homage. The ground fills with fair stalls and food tents.

What is the cost of the Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days package?

The Kullu Dussehra Package 11 Nights / 12 Days package starts at ₹44,300 for 2 adults (about ₹22,200 per person) in the off season with the smallest vehicle. The price calculator on this page shows the complete amount for your date, group size and vehicle – hotels, cab and taxes included.

Where is the pickup and drop?

Pickup is at Manali Volvo Parking on Day 1 and the drop is at Manali Volvo Parking on Day 12. We can book your Volvo or taxi from Delhi or Chandigarh on request.

Are entry fees included?

No. Entry tickets and activities are paid by you at the place (Indian / foreigner, e.g. Club House ₹20 / ₹20, Naggar Castle ₹20 – 30 / ₹20 – 50, Roerich Art Gallery ₹50 / ₹100, Beas River Rafting ₹600 – 1,500 / ₹600 – 1,500). Each day of the detail itinerary lists the fees of that day. Monument, temple and activity charges are paid by you at the gate. Most temples, monasteries and viewpoints in Himachal are free; activities such as paragliding, rafting, ropeways and snow sports are extra. "approx." fees can change – carry some cash.

Is Rohtang Pass (3,978 m) open in October?

Yes, Rohtang Pass is usually open in October (closed on Tuesdays, permit needed). From 20th Nov to 15th Apr it is closed for tourists.

Why should we book early?

Hotels in Manali and Kullu fill up quickly during the festival week, so book a few weeks in advance. 30% advance confirms the booking and the balance is paid on arrival.

What is the best time for this trip?

March – June: pleasant 10 – 25 °C, high passes open, best for families. July – September: monsoon, green valleys, lower hotel rates – landslides possible. October – November: clear skies, autumn colours, Kullu Dussehra. December – February: snow at Solang, Sissu & Kufri, Christmas – New Year rush.

How do I reach Manali Volvo Parking → Hotel?

By air – Bhuntar (Kullu) airport is 50 km from Manali; Chandigarh airport is 300 km. By train – Nearest big stations are Chandigarh and Kiratpur Sahib / Una; Joginder Nagar has a narrow-gauge line. By road – Overnight Volvo buses run from Delhi (12 – 14 hrs) and Chandigarh (8 – 9 hrs) to the Manali Volvo stand.

What should I carry?

Warm jacket and woollens (even in summer evenings); Comfortable walking shoes; snow boots are rented at Solang; Sunglasses and sunscreen; Original photo ID for hotels and permits; Basic medicines for motion sickness.

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