A honeymoon is the time to celebrate your new beginning with your better half, and few places like Shimla and Manali offers the perfect setting to celebrate togetherness. These charming hill-stations are located in the Himalayan mountain ranges in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Perched in between the majestic mountain ranges, green valleys, verdant meadows, charming rivers flowing, dense forests comprising of pine and deodar, cozy atmosphere, pleasant temperature and romantic aura, adds to the charm of the region.
Whether you are strolling around the apple orchards or pine trees or enjoying the some thrilling adventure sports, Shimla Manali Honeymoon Package makes sure that everything is included in your honeymoon trip. Here’s a honeymoon guide to help you plan your romantic trip perfectly:
1. Romantic Places to Visit in Shimla and Manali
Here is list of some of the romantic places in Shimla that you must visit on your honeymoon trip:
Mall Road:
Start your romantic trip by strolling around the Mall Road filled with colonial buildings, shops, cafes and restaurants. It is the commercial hub of the region. Simply walk around with your better half holding hands and when you are tired sit at one of the benches places along the side of the road, relax and enjoy the views.
Christ Church:
The Christ Church is located in the Mall Road built by the British in 1857. The architectural style of the Church comprises of neo-Gothic architectural design with beautiful stained glasses, each glass window is painted with designs related to the Christian faith.
Jakhoo Temple:
Honeymoon couples should visit Jakhoo temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman to seek blessings from Lord Hanuman. According to Hindu mythology Lord Hanuman rested on this hill while searching for the medicinal herb to heal Lord Laxman, brother of Ram.
Those couple who love to trek, can enjoy a trek to the hill, otherwise taxis are available from where the road to the Jakhoo Hill starts till the parking space of the temple. Also, cable car ride is available to reach the temple.
Kufri:
For a romantic road trip, enjoy a half-day trip to Kufri located only 16 km away from Shimla. In Kufri tourists can visit the Himalayan National Park, and enjoy activities like go-karting, hiking, trekking, and skiing and ice skating (available in winter only). You must include Kufri in your Shimla package for couple.
Chail:
Chail is another romantic place situated near Shimla. Places to visit in Chail include Chail Palace, Chail wildlife sanctuary, Chail Gurudwara Sahib, Sidh Baba ka Mandir, Maa Kali Temple, Chail Cricket Ground, Sadhupul Lake and Chail Bazaar. The Chail Palace is the major attraction of the region; it was the summer vacation spot of the Patiala royal family and is located around 55 km away. Shimla package for couple provides the best hassle-free experience.
Here is list of some of the romantic places in Manali that you must visit on your honeymoon trip:
Mall Road:
On arrival in Manali, couples can visit this vibrant market, which is filled with shops, restaurants and cafes. It offers an enjoyable experience, exploring the vibrant streets and markets, bringing you closer to the local activities of the region.
Hadimba Temple:
The Hadimba Devi Temple was built in the 15th century and is dedicated to Goddess Hidimba, who was the wife of Pandava Prince Bheem. As it is perched in between the dense cedar forests, couples can offer their prayers to the Goddess and spend some peaceful time together.
Naggar Castle:
The Naggar Castle is located in Kullu Valley and was built by Raja Sidh Singh in 1460. In 1978, Naggar Castle was taken over by the government of Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation, and is a heritage hotel operated by HPTDC. Honeymoon couples are going to have a romantic time enjoying the breathtaking views.
9. Solang Valley
Solang Valley is located around 13 km from Manali and is set amidst the mesmerizing Beas Kund and the quaint Solang Village. Couples can engage in activities like paragliding, zorbing, and skiing (in winter). It promises an unforgettable honeymoon experience filled with natural beauty, cultural richness, adventure, and relaxation, making it one of the romantic-spot to visit in Manali.
Old Manali:
Old Manali is located on the other side of New Manali town; it is separated from New Manali by the Manalsu River. Just cross over the bridge of the Manalsu River and you will reach Old Manali. This part of the town is filled with hippie vibe, old traditions, old shops, old buildings, etc, that offers a whole new experience.
Rohtang Pass:
Rohtang Pass is situated around 51 km from Manali and will take around 2-3 hours to reach. To visit Rohtang Pass, you need permit and are subject to availability and accessibility of the road. The region is covered with snow all-throughout the year. Couples who want to enjoy the snow should visit Rohtang Pass for having romantic time together playing in the snow.
2. Romantic activities to indulge in Shimla and Manali
Candlelight dinner at the Beas riverside restaurant:
Couples who are wishing to have a candlelight dinner near a riverside should definitely opt for this experience in Manali which has many romantic restaurants located near the riverside.
Enjoy spa treatments in Manali or Shimla:
Honeymoon couples hoping to pamper themselves should definitely engage in a spa retreating experience. Many luxury resorts located in the region offers spa packages wherein you can relax and rejuvenate together.
Enjoy a romantic toy train ride:
Have a romantic experience with your better half enjoying the heritage toy train ride through the famous Kalka-Shimla Route that takes you through breathtaking scenic views, lush-green valleys, charming valleys, dense forests, small villages and endless number of tunnels.
River-rafting in Beas River:
Those honeymoon couples, who want to add some thrill to their romantic trip, can opt for river rafting in Beas River in Manali. The rapids through this river are challenging, with many twists and turns.
3. Advice for an ideal romantic honeymoon trip
Know the best time to visit:
Honeymooners planning for their honeymoon trip with Shimla Manali Honeymoon Package, should know the best time to book their trip. So the best time to visit is from March to June during spring/summer season when the weather is pleasant and another best time is September to November during autumn months. For snow visit during the winters that is from December to February.
What to pack?
As Himachal Pradesh is located in the extreme north, it remains cold throughout the year, even in summer; Manali and Shimla have a pleasant temperature in the daytime. So make sure to take some woolens.
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