Affordable One Week Ahmedabad to Manali Train Trip with Local Transport and Food Guide

Day 1: Travel to Delhi

Ahmedabad, India on April 26, 2025

08:00AM

Ahmedabad Railway Station Departure

Start your trip by boarding a train from Ahmedabad to Delhi. Trains like Ahmedabad-Delhi Rajdhani run daily.
INR1500, 16h0m

10:00PM

Arrival at New Delhi Station

Arrive at New Delhi railway station. Overnight stay at a budget hotel nearby like Hotel Hari Piorko that offers clean rooms under INR 1000.
INR900, Overnight
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Day 2: Delhi to Manali

New Delhi to Manali, India on April 27, 2025

06:00AM

Breakfast at Sita Ram Diwan Chand

Enjoy famous Delhi chole bhature for breakfast; this place opens from 7:00AM to 11:00AM and is budget friendly.
INR150, 1h0m

08:00AM

State Bus from Delhi ISBT to Manali

Take the HRTC deluxe bus from ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Manali. Buses run daily and take approximately 12-14 hours, offering scenic views on the way.
INR800, 14h0m

08:00PM

Arrival at Manali Bus Stand

Arrive in Manali and check in at a budget guesthouse such as Hotel Manali Apple Inn, known for clean rooms and budget rates around INR 700.
INR700, Overnight
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Day 3: Explore Manali

Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India on April 28, 2025

08:00AM

Breakfast at Café 1947

Start your day with a riverside breakfast at Café 1947 featuring Continental and Himachali dishes, budget friendly and open 8AM–10AM.
INR200, 1h0m

09:30AM

Local Sightseeing by State Bus

Use the local Himachal state bus service for around INR 20-30 per trip to visit places like Hadimba Temple and Manu Temple, buses run from 7AM to 7PM.
INR50, 3h0m

01:00PM

Lunch at Johnson’s Cafe

Try north Indian dishes and trout fish lunch, budget around INR 300; open 12PM to 9PM.
INR300, 1h0m

02:30PM

Walk along Mall Road

Explore the popular Mall Road shopping and local snacks; ideal to try street food and pick local souvenirs.
Free, 2h0m

06:30PM

Dinner at The Corner House

Enjoy Himachali cuisine and momos in a budget friendly setting, open 7PM–10PM.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 4: Manali Adventure

Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India on April 29, 2025

07:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Quick breakfast at your guesthouse with local Himachali fare.
INR100, 0h30m

08:30AM

Day trip using State Bus to Solang Valley

Catch a state bus or share taxi early to Solang Valley for adventure activities like paragliding and zorbing. Buses run till early evening.
INR100-150, 6h0m

02:30PM

Lunch at Solang Valley café

Sample buffet or local snacks available at cafes near Solang Valley.
INR300, 1h0m

05:00PM

Return to Manali

Return by state bus to Manali, relaxing evening.
INR100, 1h30m

07:00PM

Dinner at Café Shiv Shakti

Try authentic Himachali thali at budget prices, open from 7PM to 10PM.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 5: Local Exploration

Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India on April 30, 2025

08:00AM

Breakfast at Johnson’s

Enjoy fresh breads and local jams in a relaxed atmosphere.
INR200, 1h0m

09:30AM

Visit Vashisht Baths

Use local bus to visit these famous hot springs, ideal for a relaxing soak, open all day.
INR20, 2h0m

12:00PM

Lunch at Café Life

Try some delicious Tibetan momos and garlic noodles at very budget friendly prices.
INR150, 1h0m

02:00PM

Visit Manu Temple

Take an afternoon bus to this serene temple and explore the surrounding apple orchards.
INR30, 2h0m

06:00PM

Dinner at Café 1947

Enjoy your final Manali dinner at this rustic café.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 6: Return to Delhi

Manali to Delhi on May 1, 2025

08:00AM

Breakfast at your Guesthouse

Light breakfast to start your journey back.
INR100, 0h30m

09:00AM

State Bus from Manali to Delhi

Catch the HRTC deluxe bus from Manali to Delhi. Be prepared for a scenic yet long journey of about 14 hours.
INR800, 14h0m

11:00PM

Stay Overnight near Delhi ISBT

Rest at a budget hotel near the bus terminal for early train access the next day.
INR700, Overnight
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Day 7: Return to Ahmedabad

Delhi to Ahmedabad on May 2, 2025

08:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Final breakfast in Delhi before train journey.
INR100, 0h30m

10:00AM

Train from New Delhi Railway Station to Ahmedabad

Board the train back to Ahmedabad, completing your budget-friendly and scenic week-long trip.
INR1500, 16h0m
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