Grand Himalaya — Uttarakhand & Himachal Combo
Haridwar → Nainital → Shimla → Manali
Grand Himalaya — Uttarakhand & Himachal Combo
9 days / 8 nights
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Grand Himalaya — Uttarakhand & Himachal ComboAn extended Himalayan trip spanning two states — Uttarakhand's Nainital and Himachal Pradesh's Shimla and Manali — for travellers who want a broader mountain trip than a single-state itinerary allows.
Combining Uttarakhand and Himachal in one trip is a natural fit for travellers with more time who want to compare the two regions' hill-station character rather than choosing just one.
Short drive to Haridwar, one of Hinduism's holiest cities and the point where the Ganges truly begins its plains journey. Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, one of India's most atmospheric river ceremonies.
Drive from Haridwar to Nainital (approx. 4.5–5 hours).
A day of short walks and viewpoints — Naina Devi Temple above the lake, and (season permitting) a drive up to Snow View or Tiffin Top for wider Himalayan panoramas on a clear day.
Drive from Nainital to Shimla (approx. 9–10 hours, or via Delhi to save time).
A day covering Shimla's colonial architecture — the Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church — plus, if you have time, a short excursion to Kufri for wider mountain views.
Drive from Shimla to Manali (approx. 7–8 hours).
A day toward Solang Valley and (season permitting) Rohtang Pass, for high-altitude mountain scenery and, in winter, snow activities; summer visitors often substitute a gentler walk around Old Manali and the Hadimba Temple instead.
A further day around Old Manali's cafe-lined lanes and the Hadimba Temple, with time at leisure to enjoy the Kullu Valley scenery at your own pace.
Morning at leisure in Manali before a private transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Well-located hotels in each city, twin-sharing with breakfast included; a 5-star or heritage-property upgrade is available on request.
Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for the full itinerary, plus any internal flights specifically listed in the day-by-day plan; airport transfers included.
Daily breakfast included. Lunches and dinners are at your own choice so you can explore local restaurants, with recommendations from your guide — let us know if you'd prefer these pre-arranged instead.
October to March for the most comfortable sightseeing temperatures.
Let us know of any festival dates, mobility considerations or dietary needs in advance so we can plan around them.
Every element here — duration, hotel category, pace and stops — can be adjusted. Tell us your dates and interests via the enquiry form and we'll tailor this starting point to you.
It's one of the longer transfers in this itinerary; we typically route it via Delhi to break up the journey rather than a single long drive.
Fully private — your own vehicle, driver and guide, on your own schedule, not a fixed-departure group tour.
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