Shimla
If you want adventure with Shimla Manali Tour then this is the right time. Shimla is one of the most scenic hill stations in India. It is not just the capital city of Himachal Pradesh, but one of India’s top tourist destinations. Shimla is full of the most scenic vantage points, shopping bazaars, British-era monuments, and ancient temples. There are some amazing scenic places near Shimla such as Kufri, Mashobra, and Naldehra, where you can have a one-day trip.
Adventure activities in Shimla
Shimla is one of the best places to do adventure activities. You will get enough time for adventure with Shimla Manali Tour. You will be amazed to find out about some of the activities that you can do in Shimla. Apart from trekking, camping, and horse riding, there is more to do in Shimla. The rivers which flow near Shimla are perfect for fishing, river rafting, and angling. The mountains and valleys are covered in snow and skiing is the most exciting activity to do here.
Activities to try out in Shimla that are adventurous
| Adventure activity | Location | Price |
| River Rafting | Tattapani | Rs.643/- per person |
| Paragliding | Shivpuri | Rs.2500/- per person |
| Trekking | Jakhoo Hill, Chadwick Falls, Banjar Valley Trek, Kamna Devi Temple | Rs.1650/- per person |
| Ice Skating | Shimla Ice Skating Rink | Rs.100 to Rs.500/- per person |
| Camping | Jakhoo Hill, Summer Hill, Bantony Hill, Observatory Hill, Elysium Hill, Shoghi | Rs.2599/- to Rs.11997/- per person |
| Fishing | Sangla Valley, Rohru near Pabbar Valley, Tikri, Dhamvari, Seema, Mandil | Rs.400/- onwards |
| Skiing | Mahasu Ridge, Hattu Peak | Rs.300 to Rs.500/- per person |
| Mountain biking | Cart Road | Rs.200 per person |
| Rock Climbing | Shilon Bagh, Hatoo Peak | Rs.400/- onwards |
| Hiking | Jakhoo Hill | Rs.100 onwards |
Things to do in Shimla
- Cycling: You can do cycling on cycling trails in Shimla like Fagu Trail, Shimla-Kufri-Theog, and Chail.
- Toy Train ride: Kalka-Shimla Toy Train ride is one of the most beautiful train rides in India.
When to visit Shimla
You can visit Shimla throughout the year. But the peak tourist season in Shimla is from July to December.
Manali
The most well-known hill station in India is Manali. This hill station is famous for its ancient temples and holy lakes. Beas River which flows through Manali is best for doing water-based activities. The beautiful valleys in Manali and lush green deodar and pine forests are incredible for their scenic beauty.
Adventure activities in Manali
You can do most outdoor activities during your holidays in Manali. Manali has snowy slopes which are best for skiing and ice skating. If you are a lover of adventure sports then there are a lot of things you can do in Manali. You can go for trekking tours and hiking mountains, or more thrilling adventures like paragliding and river crossing.
| Adventure activity | Location | Price |
| River rafting | Pirdi to Jhiri | Rs.2500/- per couple |
| Paragliding | Solang Valley, Marhi | Rs.600 to Rs.1800 |
| Skiing | Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Gulaba, Dhundi | Rs.300 onwards |
| Hiking | Chandratal Lake, Beas Kund, Pin Parvati Pass, Great Himalayan National Park, Deo Tibba, | Rs.5600 onwards per couple |
| Mountain biking | Rohtang Pass, Baralacha La Pass, Khardung La Pass, Tanglang La Pass | Rs.6000 onwards |
| Mountaineering | Hanuman Tibba, Deo Tibba, Beas Kund | Rs.3000 onwards |
| Zorbing | Solang Valley | Rs.500 per person |
| Jeep Safari | Tso Moriri Lake | Rs.15000 to Rs.20000 |
| Snowboarding | Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley | NA |
| River crossing | Van Vihar, Solang Valley | Rs.350 |
| Fishing | Haripur, Patlikhul, Raison | NA |
| Snow scooter | Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley | Rs.200 to Rs.1000 |
| Quad biking | Beas River, Rocky River Trail, Kiwi Trail | NA |
| Camping | Bhuntar, Solang Valley, Sethan | Rs.1500 to Rs.2000 |
| Trekking | Chandrashila Trek, Kheerganga Trek, Tosh Valley Trek | Rs.3000 onwards |
| Ziplining | Haripur, Solang Valley | Rs.1300 onwards |
| Rock climbing | Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass, Gulaba, Dhundi, Marhi | NA |
| Cable car ride | River Beas, Solang Valley | Rs.650 onwards |
| Rappelling | Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass, River Beas | Rs.1500 onwards |
| Bungee Jumping | Bahang | Rs.3000 onwards |
| Biking | Solang Valley, Naggar | Rs.500 to Rs.2000 per day |
Things to do in Manali
- Manikaran Gurdwara is one of the most famous places to visit during your trip to Manali.
- Visit Naggar Castle in Kullu and appreciate the wooden architecture.
When to visit Manali
The summer season between March and June is the best time to visit Manali.
FAQ
7 days are enough to visit Shimla Manali.
Yes. You can take your kids to Shimla and Manali.
Shimla is a very reasonable and budget-friendly hill station.
