Delhi to Kullu Manali, sorted end to end: pickup from your doorstep, a route that suits your time and budget, private cab or self-drive guidance, and hotels booked before you leave. Just decide how you want to travel.
Prices are per person on twin sharing unless the card says otherwise, and change with season and hotel. We confirm the exact price for your dates.
Inclusions
What's in the price.
Included
Hotel stay in the category you choose: budget, standard, deluxe or luxury
Breakfast and dinner, unless the package says otherwise
Private or shared cab for transfers and sightseeing
Tolls, parking and driver allowance
A local team on call for the whole trip
Not included
Train, flight or Volvo tickets unless listed
Lunch and drinks
Adventure activities like paragliding, rafting and snow scooters
Entry tickets and permits, such as the Rohtang permit
Reviews on Google
Travellers who went with us.
Amazing trip for Shimla-Manali... Full of adventures with #shimlavaasi. Covered all ancient sites with marketplaces...
Vivek Chauhan Shimla Manali trip
One of the best experience ever. Thanks for the awesome trip. Keep the good work up. God bless you ❤️
Sonika Mehta
I went on Shimla Manali solo trip. I booked my trip through Shimlavaasi. The arrangements were very good... I had fun 🤗
Raveena Thakur Shimla Manali solo trip
It's amazing trip. Thanks Shimlavaasi for making my trip amazing 😍
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Questions
Before you book.
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What is the distance and driving time from Delhi to Manali?
It's roughly 540 km via Chandigarh and Mandi on NH44 and NH3, taking about 12 to 14 hours of actual driving. Most travelers split this with an overnight halt at Chandigarh rather than driving straight through.
Should I travel by car, Volvo bus or flight from Delhi?
A private car gives the most flexibility and comfort but costs more. Overnight Volvo is the most budget-friendly and needs no driving. Flying via Bhuntar is fastest but seasonal and weather-dependent. The route table above compares all four.
Is self-driving from Delhi to Manali safe for a first-timer?
Yes, with planning. The route is well-marked highway until Mandi, then hill roads for the last stretch. We recommend starting early, halting overnight rather than night-driving in the hills, and carrying winter tyres or chains from December to February.
Do you arrange pickup from my home in Delhi or only from a fixed point?
Private car packages include pickup from your home or a nearby point within Delhi NCR. Volvo packages start from a fixed bus stand, which we'll share once you book.
Is the Bhuntar Kullu airport flight route reliable?
Flights to Bhuntar operate seasonally and can be delayed or cancelled in poor weather, especially in winter. We recommend it when your dates are flexible, and suggest the road route if your travel dates are fixed and non-negotiable.
Share when you're travelling and how many of you are going. Our Shimla team sends options and a clear price on WhatsApp, and changes the plan until it fits.