This 8-day expedition covers the "Golden Circuit" of Himachal Pradesh. You will start in Shimla, the former summer capital of British India, exploring its neo-Gothic architecture and pedestrian ridges. The journey then transitions to Manali, where the landscape shifts to dramatic snow peaks and cedar forests. The pace is balanced to allow for both adrenaline-pumping activities and quiet, intimate moments by the fireplace.
Stay: 7 Nights in Premium 4-star rooms (Junior Suite or Valley View).
Meals: Daily Breakfast and Dinner at the resorts.
Transfers: Private AC Sedan for all inter-city travel and local sightseeing.
Honeymoon Specials: Room decoration with fresh flowers (Day 1), a customized Honeymoon Cake, and one Candlelight Dinner in Manali.
Special Transit: Tickets for the Kalka-Shimla UNESCO Toy Train (subject to availability).
Airfare or Train tickets to Chandigarh/Delhi.
Permits for Rohtang Pass (approx. ₹550 + vehicle charges, booked via govt portal).
Adventure activity fees (Paragliding, Skiing, Rafting).
Personal expenses and tips.
The Ridge & Mall Road: Classic evening walks in Shimla’s car-free zone.
Solang Valley: A hub for paragliding and zorbing with stunning glacier views.
Kullu Valley: Stop for white-water rafting and authentic Pashmina shopping.
Hadimba Temple: A serene 16th-century wooden temple hidden in a cedar forest.
Arrive at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station. Enjoy a 4-hour scenic drive to Shimla. Check into your heritage hotel and spend a relaxed evening at The Ridge and Scandal Point.
Visit Jakhoo Temple (the highest point in Shimla). Spend the afternoon at Kufri, exploring the Himalayan Nature Park. Return for a walk through the Viceregal Lodge.
Experience the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train journey (Shimla to Taradevi). Afternoon visit to Chadwick Falls or the quiet trails of Mashobra.
Morning visit to the Hadimba Devi Temple and the Vashisht Hot Springs. Spend the afternoon exploring the bohemian cafes of Old Manali and the Tibetan Monastery.
Head to Solang Valley for paragliding and cable car rides. If permits allow, proceed to the legendary Rohtang Pass (3,978m) to touch the snow. Evening Candlelight Dinner at the resort.
Take a short drive to Kullu for River Rafting on the Beas. Visit the Naggar Castle, a stunning example of Himalayan architecture. Final evening free for shopping at Manali Mall Road.
After a late breakfast, begin the drive back to Chandigarh. Your driver will drop you at the airport/station for your onward journey.


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