Manali Kasol Tour with Kheerganga Trek

Day 1 — Overnight Journey from Delhi to Manali

Distance | Time Required: ~530 km | ~12–14 hours

The Journey: Begin your Himalayan adventure by boarding an AC Volvo bus from Kashmere Gate or Majnu ka Tila in Delhi in the evening (between 06:00 PM and 08:00 PM).

Overnight journey.

Day 2 — Manali Arrival & Manali Local Sightseeing

Distance | Time Required: ~15-20 km | ~3-4 hours

The Journey: Arrive at the Manali early morning Private Bus Stand around 08:00 AM. Meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel, check in and freshen up. After relaxing, visiting Manali local sightseeing.

Sightseeing Highlights:

• Hadimba Devi Temple: This historic 16th-century Hindu temple is dedicated to Goddess Hidimba. Its distinctive four-tiered wooden pagoda-style architecture makes it one of the most culturally significant landmark in the area.
• Club House: An entertainment complex along the Manalsu River offering indoor games and boating.
• Tibetan Monastery: Located just a short walk (about 200–500 meters) from the hustle and bustle of Mall Road. A peaceful shrine featuring colorful prayer wheels and a large statue of Lord Buddha.
• Van Vihar: A peaceful green oasis just a short walk from Mall Road. A tall deodar park stretching along the Beas River, ideal for peaceful nature walks. It serves as the ultimate gathering spot for tourists and locals alike.
• Mall Road: Mall Road is the bustling, pedestrian-only nerve center of Manali. A vibrant street market ideal for evening walks, local food and souvenirs.

After visiting the sightseeing, return to the hotel.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Manali.

Day 3 — The Mega Loop (Solang Valley, Atal Tunnel, Sissu & Rohtang Pass)

Distance | Time Required: ~100-130 km | ~8-10 hours

The Journey: Start early in the morning for an exciting mountain excursion covering some of the most spectacular attractions around Manali. Begin with Solang Valley and Atal tunnel. Pass through the tunnel and enter the beautiful cold-desert landscape of Lahaul Valley, Sissu. Head back through the tunnel and continue drive towards Rohtang Pass, if permitted and accessible under current weather.

Sightseeing Points:

• Solang Valley: Himachal Pradesh’s ultimate adventure sports hub, surrounded by snow-capped peaks and glaciers. Adventure Activities - Paragliding, zorbing, ATV rides zip-lining and Solang Ropeway.
• Atal Tunnel: It holds the distinction of being the world longest highway tunnel above an altitude of 10,000 feet, connecting the Kullu Valley directly to the high-altitude desert of Lahaul Valley.
• Sissu Village: Sissu is a picturesque mountain village nestled in the Lahaul Valley that has surged in popularity since the opening of the Atal Tunnel.
• Sissu Lake and Waterfall: Enjoy the beautiful views of Sissu Lake and a dramatic waterfall cascading down high rocky mountain faces into the valley.
• Rohtang Pass: Head back through the tunnel and ascend the winding roads to the snow-capped Rohtang Pass (3,978 meters) for breathtaking glacial views.

After that return to Manali.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Manali.

Day 4 — Manali to Kasol via Kullu & Manikaran Sahib

Distance | Time Required: ~85-90 km | ~4-6 hours

The Journey: Check out from Manali and drive down towards Parvati Valley via Kullu. Drive deeper into the valley to visit Manikaran Sahib and Kasol.

Sightseeing Points:

• Kullu Valley: Enjoy beautiful mountain scenery and views of the Beas River.
• River Rafting & Paragliding: Enjoy high-altitude paragliding in Dobhi and white-water rafting in Babeli.
• Kullu Shawl & Handicraft Workshops: Local weaving centers along the river where you can watch live handloom craft and buy authentic shawls.
• Kasol: Explore the popular riverside village, visit local flea markets, explore Israeli-style bakeries and cafes and relax by the roaring Parvati River.
• Manikaran Sahib: Explore the iconic Gurudwara, witness the geological marvel of the boiling natural sulphur springs and have a sacred Langar meal.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Kasol.

Day 5 — Kasol to Barshaini ➔ Trek to Kheerganga

Distance (Kasol to Barshaini) | Time: ~16 km | ~45-60 minutes

Trek Distance | Time: ~12 km | ~5-7 hours

The Journey: Wake up early and drive to Barshaini, the starting point of the trek. The Kheerganga Trek takes you through dense pine forests, cascading waterfalls (like Rudranag) and steep mountain trails. Once at the top, reward yourself with a dip in the sacred Parvati Kund (natural hot water springs) under the shadow of snow peaks.

In the evening enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset, a cozy bonfire, dinner under a clear sky and stargazing.

Stay: Overnight stay and dinner at the tents in Kheerganga.

Day 6 — Kheerganga Descent ➔ Kasol Cafe Hopping ➔ Return to Delhi

Trek Distance (Kheerganga to Barshaini) | Time: ~12 km | ~4-5 hours

Distance (Barshaini to Kasol) | Time: ~16 km | ~45-60 minutes

Distance (Kasol to Delhi) | Time: ~538 km | ~12-14 hours

The Journey: Wake up early to catch a pristine Himalayan sunrise. Eat breakfast at the campsite. Begin your descent back down to Barshaini. Reach Barshaini and take your cab back to Kasol.
Spend your remaining hours cafe-hopping in Kasol (highly recommend trying Israeli cuisine at The Evergreen or Moon Dance Cafe) or chilling by the river.

In evening, head to the Kasol or Bhuntar Bus Stand to board your overnight AC Volvo back to Delhi.

Tour ends here with happy memories.