Shimla and Manali - Queen of Hills or Valley of the Gods

Some trips are more about ticking off places on a list, but when you take the traveling route that goes from Shimla to Manali, I suggest you slow down long enough to inhale the clean mountain air and let the mountains ground you and replenish your spirit. You will start in Shimla (an example of a hill station town), and it retains some of its colonial elegance. Walk through the main town area called Mall Road in the evening and enjoy the lights of the town as they come on, make a stop at the well-known Christ Church, and check out the view from The Ridge; you will see the town come to life! You will not want to miss the opportunity of experiencing firsthand how this town does provide a relaxed and energetic feel, which is a fantastic way to prepare for what comes next—being able to visit the spectacular peak of the Great Himalayan Range, followed by your journey into Manali! As you continue through the landscape towards your final destination of Manali, you will be making your way south along an ever-increasing level of mountain, while beside you will be the beautiful Beas River. Manali has everything nature could offer along with activities that are filled with excitement - due to The Great Himalayan Range being in all directions around you (including within view), there are also many different places to experience apple orchards, evergreens, and amazing log homes throughout the entire area! If you enjoy experiences that are thrilling, I highly recommend adding Solang Valley to your itinerary as soon as possible!