Trip overview
Travelling with children or parents changes how a trip should be planned. This family package covers Shimla and Manali with an extra night in Manali, so no day is overloaded and there is always time for a rest in the afternoon.
We pick family-friendly hotels with good food, heating in winter and rooms that suit your group, and we plan road days with regular breaks. In Shimla you will see the Ridge and Mall Road and spend a morning at Kufri. In Manali, one day is for the temples and Old Manali and a separate day is for Solang Valley, where kids usually have the most fun in the snow or on the ropeway.
Tell us the ages in your group and any mobility needs, and we will adjust the hotels and the pace.
Trip highlights
- Relaxed pace with an extra night in Manali
- Family-friendly hotels chosen for food, comfort and location
- Kufri and Solang Valley for snow or summer fun
- Private vehicle with stops whenever you need them
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day 1
Arrive in Shimla
Check in and take an easy evening walk on Mall Road and the Ridge.
- Day 2
Kufri and Shimla sightseeing
Morning at Kufri for views and snow in winter, then Jakhoo Temple and Christ Church in Shimla. Free time in the evening.
- Day 3
Shimla to Manali
A full day on the road through the Kullu valley with comfortable breaks. Check in at Manali by evening.
- Day 4
Manali local sightseeing
Hidimba Devi Temple, Vashisht hot springs, the Tibetan monastery and Van Vihar park by the river, with a relaxed lunch break.
- Day 5
Solang Valley day
A full day at Solang Valley for snow play, the ropeway or paragliding. Return to the hotel in the afternoon to rest.
- Day 6
Check out and depart
After breakfast, check out and head home.
This is a suggested plan. We adjust the route, pace and stays to your dates, group and the road and weather conditions at the time.
What's included
Included
- Shimla and Manali
- Family-friendly sightseeing
- Hotels
- Transfers
- Travel assistance
Not included
- Train, flight or bus tickets to the starting point unless added to your plan
- Meals not listed under Included
- Entry tickets, ropeway and monument fees
- Adventure activities such as paragliding, skiing, river rafting and zorbing
- Permits and local union taxis where the route needs them (for example Rohtang Pass)
- Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
Questions about this trip
Is this trip suitable for small children?
Yes. We keep daily travel short except for the Shimla to Manali day, and we can arrange a child seat or a larger vehicle on request.
Can we get connecting or family rooms?
In most hotels, yes. Mention it when you ask for a quote and we will check availability before you confirm.
What should we pack for winter?
Warm jackets, thermals, gloves, caps and waterproof shoes. Snow boots and suits can be rented at Solang Valley.
Can we add Dharamshala or Dalhousie?
Yes, these work well as a 2 to 3 night extension. Ask us for a combined plan.
