Meet your driver at Chandigarh Airport (IXC) and begin the scenic drive to Manali; road journey crosses Mandi and Kullu with planned short stops for refreshments and photos. The drive normally takes about 8–10 hours depending on traffic and weather; start early to arrive by late afternoon.
Check into your Manali hotel, unpack and rest briefly — MAP (room + breakfast + dinner) is included in your package. Use this time to adjust to the altitude and get ready for evening strolls.
A peaceful gompa with colourful prayer flags and statues; visit for calm, photo ops and to buy Tibetan handicrafts; generally open 9:00am–5:00pm so arrive before closing. It's a short cultural stop to feel the Tibetan-Buddhist influence in the valley.
A 16th-century wooden pagoda temple set in deodar forest — an iconic Manali landmark (open approx 6:00am–6:00pm). Visit for architecture, local legends and a short forest walk around the temple grounds.
Van Vihar is a lakeside park ideal for sunset photos and a quiet walk; Club House (near Mall Road) offers games, a small skating rink and lawn seating. Good casual stops before shopping on Mall Road — both are open into early evening (Van Vihar daylight, Club House timings vary until around 7:00–8:00pm).
Mall Road is the social heart of Manali with shops, cafes and handicraft stalls (shops typically open 10:00am–10:00pm). Browse for shawls, souvenirs and try street snacks like momos or hot corn.
Recommend Johnson's Café (Old Manali) for Himalayan-style meals and trout; if you prefer convenience and the package includes dinner, enjoy your hotel dinner. Johnson's typically opens from breakfast through dinner (around 8:00am–10:00pm).
Start the day with an early hotel breakfast (included in MAP) to fuel the long scenic loop; alternatively Café 1947 (Old Manali) opens around 8:30am and offers good breakfast options. Allow time for a hot meal, especially in winter conditions.
Drive to Sissu through the Atal Tunnel (tunnel is open 24/7 but check local weather/traffic; tunnel length ~9.02 km). The tunnel shortens the Manali–Lahaul route and gives spectacular high-altitude views en route to Sissu.
A scenic village spot with a small alpine lake and a cascading waterfall — perfect for photos and a short walk; generally accessible during daylight hours, though winter conditions can affect access. Spend time exploring the lakeshore and local views.
There are simple local dhabas offering Himachali and Indian meals in Sissu; carrying a warm packed lunch is a good backup in colder months. Lunch gives a chance to try local dishes such as thukpa or simple dal-roti.
Head back through Atal Tunnel toward Solang Valley near Manali for adventure sports; expect variable road conditions and photo stops en route. Travel time depends on traffic and how many stops you take.
Solang Valley offers paragliding, zorbing, ropeway, yak rides, and seasonal skiing; activity operators generally run from about 9:00am–5:00pm (timings vary seasonally), so arrive early in the afternoon to book experiences. Paragliding and other adventure activity slots can fill fast — pre-book if required.
On return to Manali, visit Vashisht village to bathe your feet in the hot springs and see the ancient Vashisht Temple; the springs and temple are accessible through the day and into the evening. The hot springs are believed to have medicinal properties and are a relaxing stop after adventure sports.
Get back to your hotel and prepare for a special evening — your honeymoon package includes one-night room decoration and a candlelight dinner. Use this time to relax and change before the dinner.
Enjoy the included candlelight dinner and one-night room decoration (confirm preferences with hotel reception ahead of time). This special dinner is part of your package and is a nice romantic finish to a full day.
Have an early hotel breakfast before check-out; MAP plan includes breakfast and dinner, so use the morning meal to pack and prepare for departure. Check-out time is typically midday — confirm with your hotel and arrange luggage with the driver.
Short scenic drive south along the Beas River to Kullu — the drive is around 1–1.5 hours and provides valley views. You will have time in Kullu to visit temples and explore local markets before the long drive to Chandigarh.
Visit the Vaishno Devi shrine in Kullu for a brief darshan and to experience a local pilgrimage site (temple timings typically very early morning to late evening). It's a peaceful stop and culturally significant for locals.
Explore Kullu market for famous Kullu shawls, handloom woollens and local artisan stalls; many shawl factories allow demos and direct purchase — most shops run from about 10:00am–6:00pm. Good place to buy souvenirs and observe weaving techniques.
Have lunch at a recommended riverside café/restaurant in Kullu offering local trout, Himachali dishes and North Indian cuisine; restaurants typically operate 11:00am–6:00pm. Lunch will refuel you for the long drive back to Chandigarh.
Begin the drive back to Chandigarh (approx 7–9 hours depending on road and weather); aim to leave in the early afternoon to reach Chandigarh late evening/night. Confirm with the driver about an airport drop and any required rest stops en route.
Arrive in Chandigarh late in the evening; you will be dropped at Chandigarh Airport (IXC) or a nearby airport hotel depending on your onward flight schedule. For your early flight on 26 Jan (05:20am), consider an airport hotel or staying at the airport lounge to ensure timely check-in.
Tour concludes with airport drop and included transport/tolls; team provides 24/7 assistance if you need help with early check-in for the flight to Mumbai on 26 Jan. Ensure passports/tickets are ready and baggage is organised for the early morning departure.