Domestic Signature

Himachal - Whispers of the Himalayas

Discover Himachal through quiet forests, charming colonial towns, snow-capped peaks, and hidden valleys—where every journey is unhurried and every moment is thoughtfully curated. From sunrise over Kufri's hills to quiet evenings beside the Tirthan River, experience the timeless beauty of the Himalayas.

The route

CHANDIGARH · SHIMLA · KUFRI · TIRTHAN VALLEY · MANALI · SOLANG VALLEY · CHANDIGARH

Discover Himachal through quiet forests, charming colonial towns, snow-capped peaks, and hidden valleys—where every journey is unhurried and every moment is thoughtfully curated. From sunrise over Kufri's hills to quiet evenings beside the Tirthan River, experience the timeless beauty of the Himalayas.

Plan this journey
Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Collection
Domestic Signature
Stays
4 handpicked
Journey
No. 16

The destination

Discover Himachal through quiet forests, charming colonial towns, snow-capped peaks, and hidden valleys—where every journey is unhurried and every moment is thoughtfully curated.

Surrounded by pine forests, rivers, and charming Himalayan villages, hidden paradises like Tirthan Valley offer a slower pace of life.

The finest journeys aren't measured by the number of places visited—they're defined by the moments that stay with you.

Colonial Charm of Shimla

Velora signature experiences

The details, already
taken care of.

10 arrangements included

01

Private luxury transfer

02

Welcome refreshments

03

Sunset over the hills

04

Shimla & Kufri Heritage Walk

05

Riverside luxury retreat in Tirthan Valley

06

Village exploration & nature walks

07

Bonfire evening (weather permitting)

08

Hadimba Temple & Old Manali café hopping

09

Solang Valley gondola ride

10

Chandigarh airport/railway transfers

A slower itinerary

Days designed
to breathe.

  1. Day 01

    WELCOME TO SHIMLA

    Arrive at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station, where your Velora chauffeur welcomes you before a picturesque drive to Shimla. Settle into your luxury mountain retreat and spend the evening at leisure, enjoying panoramic Himalayan views.

    • Private luxury transfer
    • Welcome refreshments
    • Leisure evening
    • Sunset over the hills
    Meals
    Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury Mountain Retreat in Shimla
    Picturesque Himalayan Drive
  2. Day 02

    SHIMLA & KUFRI - THE QUEEN OF HILLS

    After breakfast, set out to explore Shimla and the scenic hill station of Kufri. Drive through cedar forests to Kufri, known for its breathtaking mountain views and peaceful surroundings. Return to Shimla to discover its colonial charm with a leisurely walk along Mall Road, The Ridge, Christ Church, and Scandal Point. End the day at a cosy mountain café or your luxury hotel.

    • Kufri
    • Himalayan viewpoints
    • The Ridge
    • Christ Church
    • Mall Road
    • Scandal Point
    • Heritage Walk
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury Mountain Retreat in Shimla
    Kufri Viewpoints
  3. Day 03

    INTO THE HIDDEN VALLEY OF TIRTHAN

    Leave behind the bustling hill stations and journey into the tranquil beauty of Tirthan Valley. Surrounded by pine forests, rivers, and charming Himalayan villages, this hidden paradise offers a slower pace of life.

    • Scenic Himalayan drive
    • Riverside luxury retreat
    • Nature walk
    • Bonfire (weather permitting)
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Riverside Luxury Retreat in Tirthan Valley
    Tirthan Valley River Scene
  4. Day 04

    SLOW LIVING IN TIRTHAN VALLEY

    Today is dedicated to experiencing Himachal at its most authentic. Walk through traditional villages, relax beside the Tirthan River, explore forest trails, or simply unwind amidst nature.

    • Riverside picnic
    • Village exploration
    • Trout fishing (seasonal)
    • Waterfall walk
    • Wellness & relaxation
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Riverside Luxury Retreat in Tirthan Valley
    Nature Trails & Waterfall Walks
  5. Day 05

    JOURNEY TO MANALI

    Enjoy one of Himachal's most scenic drives as you travel towards Manali. Check into your luxury resort overlooking the Beas River and spend the evening soaking in the peaceful mountain atmosphere.

    • Scenic drive
    • Beas River
    • Luxury mountain resort
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury Mountain Resort in Manali
    Beas River Scenic Drive
  6. Day 06

    DISCOVER THE CHARM OF MANALI

    Explore the cultural and natural beauty of Manali. Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Old Manali, Vashisht Village, Tibetan Monastery, and enjoy free time exploring boutique cafés and local artisan shops.

    • Hadimba Temple
    • Old Manali
    • Vashisht Village
    • Tibetan Monastery
    • Café hopping
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury Mountain Resort in Manali
    Hadimba Devi Temple
  7. Day 07

    SOLANG VALLEY - AMONG THE PEAKS

    Spend the day amidst the spectacular landscapes of Solang Valley. Choose from gondola rides, optional adventure activities, scenic photography, or simply relax while admiring the surrounding snow-capped peaks. Return to Manali for your final evening in the mountains.

    • Solang Valley
    • Gondola Ride
    • Adventure Activities (Optional)
    • Alpine Landscapes
    Meals
    Breakfast & Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury Mountain Resort in Manali
    Solang Valley Gondola & Peaks
  8. Day 08

    RETURN TO CHANDIGARH

    After breakfast, drive back to Chandigarh. Check into your luxury hotel and enjoy a farewell dinner celebrating your unforgettable Himalayan escape.

    • Return drive to Chandigarh
    • Luxury Hotel Check-in
    • Farewell Dinner
    Meals
    Breakfast & Farewell Dinner
    Stay
    Luxury Hotel in Chandigarh
    Scenic Highway Drive
  9. Day 09

    DEPARTURE

    After breakfast, your chauffeur will transfer you to Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey. Leave with unforgettable memories of colonial hill towns, hidden valleys, pine forests, flowing rivers, and the timeless beauty of the Himalayas.

    • Breakfast
    • Chauffeur transfer to Airport/Railway Station
    • Departure
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Departure & Journey Home

Your stay

Where you
wake up.

Every property is visited before it is offered — chosen for where it stands as much as for the room you wake up in.

Shimla

Luxury Mountain Retreat

Tirthan Valley

Riverside Luxury Retreat

Manali

Luxury Mountain Resort

Chandigarh

Luxury Hotel

The fine print

What's included,
and what isn't.

Included

  • Premium accommodation
  • Daily breakfast & dinner
  • Private chauffeur-driven vehicle
  • Chandigarh airport/railway transfers
  • Shimla & Kufri sightseeing
  • Tirthan Valley exploration
  • Manali & Solang Valley sightseeing
  • Toll, parking & driver allowance
  • Professional travel assistance
  • All applicable taxes

Not included

  • Flights or Train Tickets to/from Chandigarh
  • Optional Adventure Activities
  • Personal Expenses (Lundry, Telephone, Soft/Hard Drinks)
  • Travel Insurance
  • Trout fishing charges (if applicable)
  • Any service not specifically mentioned in the inclusions

Anything on this list can be arranged on request and quoted separately.

Departures · October 2026 – December 2027

Fixed departures,
a season ahead.

  • Private luxury transfer
  • Welcome refreshments
  • Sunset over the hills
  • Shimla & Kufri Heritage Walk

01guaranteed departures across the season

All dates in this document are commercial planning dates. Displayed as Proposed Departure until DMC, hotel, transport and minimum-group-size requirements are confirmed.

Hold a departure

March 2027

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Dates marked with an asterisk are subject to confirmation.

Domestic Signature pricing

Considered value,
quietly done.

Nothing is marked up quietly and nothing is left to settle on arrival. What a journey costs is agreed before you go.

Reserve your place
Starting PriceOn Request

Prices are tailored based on travel dates and group customization.

Important information

Worth knowing
before you go.

The practical detail behind the journey — the parts we plan around so they never come as a surprise.

The Velora difference

The finest journeys aren't measured by the number of places visited—they're defined by the moments that stay with you. From sunrise over Kufri's hills to quiet evenings beside the Tirthan River, every experience is thoughtfully curated to help you connect with Himachal in a deeper, more meaningful way.

TRAVEL SLOWLY.TRAVEL BEAUTIFULLY.TRAVEL WITH VELORA.

Take it with you

The printed
brochure.

Every page of this journey — the day-by-day route, your stays, what is included and what it costs — set as a document you can save, print or forward to whoever is travelling with you.

  1. 01The route and the destination
  2. 0210 signature experiences
  3. 03All 9 days, one by one
  4. 04Your stays and what is included
  5. 05Pricing and how to reserve

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