Golden Triangle with Shimla & Manali
Tour Overview
Over 12 nights and 13 days, this itinerary takes you through Delhi · Jaipur · Agra · Kasauli · Kufri · Shimla · Manali · Kullu · Chandigarh · Delhi at a comfortable, private pace. Along the way there's real room for old Manali's cafés and riverside walks. Every itinerary here is a starting point — tell us your travel dates, group size and pace, and we'll tailor the plan, hotel category and route to suit you.
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival in Delhi
Delhi greets you on landing. After a smooth transfer to your hotel and check-in, take the rest of the day easy before sightseeing begins tomorrow. India's capital layers Mughal-era monuments, colonial-era boulevards and a fast-moving modern city into one sprawling metropolis. A day here moves between the walled lanes of Old Delhi and the wide avenues of New Delhi. Don't miss India Gate and the President's House.
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Day 2 — Delhi
There's more of Delhi to see today: a cycle-rickshaw ride through Chandni Chowk.
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Day 3 — Delhi to Jaipur
After breakfast, drive on to Jaipur. On arrival, check in and take some time to settle in before the day's sightseeing. Rajasthan's capital is known for its rose-pink old city walls, its hilltop forts and a royal history that's still visible in its palaces and bazaars. Don't miss an elephant or jeep ride up to Amber Fort.
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Day 4 — Jaipur
Another day around Jaipur, with time for City Palace and Jantar Mantar observatory.
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Day 5 — Jaipur to Agra
This morning you'll transfer on to Agra. Once you've checked in, the afternoon is yours to explore the town at an easy pace. Agra's skyline is built around the Taj Mahal, the white-marble mausoleum Shah Jahan built for his wife Mumtaz Mahal, but the city's Mughal history runs deeper across its fort and tomb complexes. Don't miss sunrise or sunset at the Taj Mahal.
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Day 6 — Agra
Today brings more time in Agra -- Agra Fort's palaces and courtyards.
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Day 7 — Agra to Kasauli
After breakfast, drive on to Kasauli. On arrival, check in and take some time to settle in before the day's sightseeing. A small, low-key cantonment hill station close to Chandigarh, Kasauli is known for its colonial-era churches, pine trails and the Monkey Point viewpoint. Don't miss quiet pine forest trails.
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Day 8 — Kasauli to Kufri
After breakfast, you'll be driven to Kufri, with stops along the way as the route allows. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring nearby. A short drive from Shimla, Kufri is a popular half-day trip for its meadows, pony rides and, in winter, some of the most accessible snow near the town. Don't miss views toward the Himalayan range.
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Day 9 — Kufri to Shimla
After breakfast, drive on to Shimla. On arrival, check in and take some time to settle in before the day's sightseeing. Once the summer capital of British India, Shimla still keeps its colonial-era Mall Road, Christ Church and the toy-train line climbing up from the plains through pine forest. Don't miss Jakhoo Temple viewpoint.
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Day 10 — Shimla to Manali
This morning you'll transfer on to Manali. Once you've checked in, the afternoon is yours to explore the town at an easy pace. Manali sits at the head of the Kullu Valley on the Beas River, ringed by snow peaks, and is the usual base for day trips into the high passes and pine forests above it. Don't miss old Manali's cafés and riverside walks.
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Day 11 — Manali to Kullu
After breakfast, you'll be driven to Kullu, with stops along the way as the route allows. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring nearby. The Kullu Valley, just below Manali, is known for its apple orchards, river-rafting stretch of the Beas and the Dussehra festival that draws deities from across the valley each year. Don't miss the valley's apple orchards.
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Day 12 — Kullu to Chandigarh
After breakfast, drive on to Chandigarh. On arrival, check in and take some time to settle in before the day's sightseeing. Designed by the architect Le Corbusier, Chandigarh is India's best-known planned city, known for its wide sector grid, modernist architecture and the whimsical Rock Garden built from recycled materials. Don't miss Sukhna Lake.
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Day 13 — Delhi · Departure
After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye — you'll be driven to Delhi and transferred onward for your flight or journey home.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double occupancy
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Airport/station pick-up and drop by private air-conditioned vehicle
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary, by private AC vehicle
- English-speaking driver-cum-guide where applicable
- Fuel, toll, parking and driver allowance
- Unlimited bottled water in the vehicle
- All currently applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Airfare / train fare to and from the starting point of the tour
- Any expenses arising from flight delay, cancellation, strike or natural calamity
- Personal expenses — telephone, laundry, drinks, tipping and similar
- Monument entry fees and camera fees unless specifically listed under Inclusions
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Why Choose This Tour?
- Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
- A well-paced, comfortable itinerary — not a race between stops
- Fully customizable to your dates, budget and interests
- Suitable for families, couples and groups
- Local, English-speaking support throughout your trip
FAQs
How many days is the Golden Triangle with Shimla & Manali?
This itinerary runs 12 Nights / 13 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.
Can this tour be customized?
Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.
Are the hotels included?
Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.
How do I get a quote?
Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.