If you are from Mumbai, and have recently got married, and planning your honeymoon trip, why not escape to the hills, for a romantic vacation, loaded with love, serene, and tranquil environment.
And when we say hill’s, the first thing that comes to our mind is Shimla-Manali, blessed with breathtaking beauty, green landscape, verdant valleys, charming rivers flowing, dense forests covered with pine and deodar, quaint villages and snow covered mountain ranges. Shimla Manali Honeymoon Package from Mumbai will simply help to sort out your dream honeymoon plan.
Tips to plan your honeymoon trip to Shimla-Manali
How to reach Shimla-Manali?
If you are coming from Mumbai, take a direct flight from Mumbai to Delhi. From Delhi you have many options to reach Shimla-Manali.
But which destination to visit first, Shimla or Manali?
From Delhi visit Shimla first, honeymooners can take a flight, train or bus from Delhi to Shimla.
By Air:
The closest airport to Shimla is the Jubbarhatti Airport which is 15 km away. From Delhi you can take a flight to Shimla, once you reach Shimla, you can take a bus or taxi to reach Shimla town.
By Road:
Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) buses and private buses run from different locations within Himachal Pradesh and Delhi. From the Shimla bus stand, the town is located at a walking distance.
By Train:
The nearest railway station to Shimla town is Shimla railway station, but to reach Shimla railway station you have to take a train from Delhi to Kalka, from Kalka you have to take a train to Shimla through the famous Kalka-Shimla toy train route.
Where to stay in Shimla, accommodation options?
According to the budget of the honeymooners, they can book their stays, options start from budget friendly hotels, lodges, guest houses, dormitories, to luxury resorts and hotels. Choose stays that offers the most comfortable experience, good service, amenities, and mesmerizing views of the surrounding landscape.
A Shimla Manali Honeymoon Packages makes sure that they offer the best stay options according to the budget of the honeymooners keeping in mind the amenities and good service.
What are the places to visit in Shimla?
There are many wonderful places to visit it Shimla, couples can start their day trips by visiting the famous Jakhoo temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman, according to Hindu mythology it is believed that Lord Hanuman rested on this hill, while taking the medicinal herb for Lord Laxman, who was injured. To reach the temple couples can either enjoy a hike up hill, or take the taxi till the entrance of the temple, or enjoy the famous cable car ride, enjoying the scenic views of the landscape.
After offering your prayers in the Jakhoo temple, head towards the Mall Road, which is the main commercial hub of Shimla town, comprising of many shops, restaurants, and cafes. At a walking distance from the Mall Road are the Ridge, which is home to many colonial buildings build during the British era, and the Christ Church which was built by the British. The architectural style of this church comprises of neo-Gothic with stained glass windows with paintings from the Bible.
Before day breaks, visit the Scandal Point to watch the sunset, to reach the point you can enjoy a serene and peaceful walk.
Next day, early in the morning visit Kufri, situated at a distance of 16 km away from the main Shimla town. Here couples can enjoy adventure activities like go-karting in Kufri Fun World, especially during the winter season when the region is covered with snow, you can enjoy skiing.
For the best shopping experience in Shimla
For shopping the best places to go for shopping in Shimla are the Mall Road and Lakkar Bazaar. These two markets are filled with souvenirs, woolens, handcrafted items, etc.
What’s next? Head to Manali
From Shimla, enjoy a road trip to Manali, via Kullu, passing through the majestic mountain ranges, dramatic hills, scenic views, mesmerizing landscape, quaint villages, charming rivers and serene and peaceful ambiance, adding to the excitement of your honeymoon trip.
Where to stay in Manali?
Like Shimla, Manali has many accommodation options, right from budget-friendly hotels to the luxury ones. Stay options include budget friendly hotels, lodges, guest houses, dormitories, to luxury resorts and hotels.
What are the places to visit in Manali?
Your Shimla Manali Honeymoon Package from Mumbai makes sure that you are able to explore the best places on your honeymoon trip.
Start your honeymoon trip in Manali with a visit to Solang Valley, blessed with eternal beauty. During the winter season, Solang Valley turns into a snow land, covered with snow; the view of the region is completely different from what it looks in the summer season (lush-green trees, forests, hills and meadows). Since the entire region is covered with snow in the winter season, couples can enjoy adventure activities like skiing and snowboarding.
Rohtang Pass is another breathtaking destination to visit, which is covered with snow all throughout the year. But the best time to visit is from May to October. From November to February, as the region experiences extreme cold and snowfall, it remains closed.
Keep on your list the Vashisht Hot Springs and temple, which is situated amidst the snow covered mountain ranges, green valleys and dense forests, offering a serene and peaceful escape. Couple should offer their prayers in the Vashisht temple and take a dip in the Vashisht Hot Springs, which is believed to have therapeutic benefits.
For a spiritual experience visit the Hadimba Devi Temple which is dedicated to Goddess Hadimba Devi who was the wife of one of the Pandava Prince Bheema. This temple is made in Himachali architectural style with intricate wooden carvings, and roof top is in pagoda style. For those who want to engage in meditation this is one of the most peaceful spots, located amidst the lush green deodar forests. However in the winter season, the whole region gets covered with snow.
Another important temple is the Manu Temple, which is dedicated to sage Manu. Couples can visit to offer their prayers to the sage and seek blessings.
To have a romantic escape, head to Naggar Castle, located in Kullu Valley. This castle was built by the Kullu rulers and was the residence of the royals for many centuries. The castle is now turned into a heritage hotel run by the Himachal Pradesh tourism department. After exploring the castle, visit the Roerich Art Gallery, which houses the artwork of the Russian painter Nicholas Roerich. For a cultural experience, you can visit the Naggar village.
Where to enjoy shopping in Manali?
Honeymooners can have a wonderful time shopping in Manali Mall Road, which has many garment shops, restaurants, cafes, and snack shops. Enjoy a stroll around the market, buying items like woolen shawl, scarves, gloves, handcrafted items, traditional jewelries, etc.
In the evening you can enjoy a candlelight dinner at one of the restaurants in Mall Road.
How to return from Manali?
Couples can either opt for a taxi, flight or bus from Manali to Delhi, from Delhi they can take a train or flight to Mumbai.
Important Travel Tips for your honeymoon trip
Plan your trip according to your seasonal preference: If you like the snow travel between November to February. If you are lush-green lover, plan your trip from March to June.
What to pack on your trip? Depends which season you are travelling and which places you are travelling. If you are travelling in the winter season, pack extra warm and highly insulated clothes and jackets. If you are travelling in the spring/summer season, pack lightly warm clothes and one extra warm jacket if you are travelling to Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley.
When to book your trip?
Do advance booking, at least one-month, especially if you are planning for your honeymoon, so that you don’t miss out anything and have a smooth travel experience.
What does most Shimla Manali Honeymoon Packages include?
- Sightseeing: Includes all the top sightseeing places in Shimla, and Manali, and includes nearby destinations as well, according to the package you have chosen.
- Transfers: Depends on your choice, mostly pick and drop from Delhi to Shimla, then Manali and back to Delhi.
- Accommodation: Depends on your preference and budget
- Meals: Mostly breakfast and dinners are included, depends on your preference.
