Overview

About Shimla

The British Empire May have ceased to exist, but its echo lingers on in Shimla (2205m). As the Summer Capital of the British in India, Shimla was the country's focus for the better part
of every year and now, is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. Today, it has well developed
facilities, easy accessibility and numerous attractions making it one of India's most popular
hill destinations. Situated in the lower ranges of the Himalayan Mountains, it is surrounded
by pine deodar, oak and rhododendron forests. Towards the north lie the snow-covered
high-ranges, while the valleys breathe whispering streams and swaying fields. Within the
town are hosts of splendid colonial edifices, quaint cottages and charming walks. Shimla
offers a variety of shopping, sport and entertainment activities.

About Manali

One day, Varvasvata, the seventh incarnation of MANU found a tiny fish in his bathing
water. The fish told him to look after it with devotion as one day it would do him a great
service. The seventh Manu cared for the fish till the day it grew so huge that he released it
into the sea. Before departing, the fish warned Manu of an impending deluge when the
entire world would be submerged and bade him to build a seaworthy ark. When the flood
came, Vaivasvata and seven sages were towed to safety by MATSYA, the fish which is
regarded as the first avatar of Lord Vishnu. As the water subsided the seventh Manu's ark
came to rest on a hillside and the place was named MANALI (2050 m) after him. As the flood
slowly dried, here arose a place of breath- taking natural beauty which was only appropriate
at Manali that life began again. Today this legendary cradle of all human kind is a prime
holiday destination. There are high mountains surrounded by snow and deep boulder strewn
gorges. There are thick forests full of cool breeze and bird songs. There are fields of wild
flowers, small picturesque hamlets and fruit laden orchards.

Duration : 5 Nights 6 Days

Best Time To Visit : October - June

Pickup Point : Chandigarh / Delhi

End Point : Chandigarh / Delhi

Stay : Shimla ( 2 Nights ) - Manali ( 3 Nights )