Delhi Manali Volvo Tour

Reach Manali and check in at the hotel. After completing the check-in formalities, eat your breakfast. Then after relaxing for a while, leave for a sightseeing tour of Manali. This will include site such as Hidimba Devi Temple. It is a unique shrine dedicated to Hidimba Devi. She was the wife of Bhima and the mother of Ghatothkach. The temple is surrounded by lush cedar forests and is built on a rock which is believed to be in the image of the goddess Hidimba herself. Featuring wooden doorways, walls and cone-shaped roof, the construction style of the Hidimba Devi temple is entirely different from that of many other temples.

Next, you will visit the Manu Temple. It is a beautiful shrine which is dedicated to Sage Manu. The Temple has a pagoda style of architecture. The most distinct characteristic of this temple is the tiered tower or the diminishing wooden roofing which resembles the shrines of Nepal. Manu Temple is mainly made up of wood and concrete.

Later on, you will be visiting the Vashishtha Temple. Located in the scenic Vashisht village, the temple lies in close proximity to the sulfurous hot water springs that are believed to possess healing powers. Interestingly, the Vashisht temple is believed to be more than 4000 years old.

You are free to spend the evening leisurely on your own.

Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 3 of the Delhi Manali Volvo tour begins with a hearty breakfast. The day is reserved for a tour to the Rohtang Pass. It is an essential attraction of the itinerary. The pass is located at a massive height of 3978 meters. But, the way up the hills is a treat to the eyes. As the vehicle travels higher on the Manali- Keylong road, the beauty of the landscape around will leave you awestruck. Rohtang pass offers an experience of nature in one of its rarest forms possible. Spend some time amidst the mountain peaks covered with snow, marvel at magnificent views and superb and expansive landscapes. The place allows you to partake in a number of snow-based activities like skiing, riding a snow scooter and so on.

You can also visit the small but beautiful town of Marhi and Gulaba. Marhi is a 'shanty town of roadside restaurants'. Buses traveling on the highway frequently halt at Marhi so that the passengers can eat. Enjoy the snow in peace and take pictures to your heart's content and leave for Manali watching the snow-capped mountain peaks. You can get lunch packed for yourself for the uphill journey from here.

Gulaba is another beautiful little village en route to Rohtang Pass. The enchanting natural landscape attracts tourists in large numbers.

Also, take some time out to admire the captivating beauty of the Solang Valley. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. A favorite for the adventure fanatics, Solang Valley allows you to partake in everything from parachuting to paragliding and from horse riding to driving mini-open jeeps. Return to the hotel in the evening.

Eat your dinner and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Manali.

Note: Visit to the Rohtang Pass is subjected to permission at an extra price.

Today, get ready for shopping in Manali. One of the famous markets of Manali is the Old Manali Market. The old-world charm of this popular market of Manali attracts almost every tourist visiting the place. Here you can buy a lot of cool stuff like different accessories, t-shirts, stylish woolen clothes and much more.

Then there is the Tibetan Market where you can feel the peace and calmly spend the quality time with your family or friends. This relaxation spot and a paradise for shoppers is famous for the different Tibetan products. You can also find products like bamboo items, Buddhist painting cloth which is known as thangkas, jewelry, decorative items and apparels here.

Mall Road is one of the top places to shop in Manali. It is also one of the most visited destinations of the hill station. The shops are neatly lined on both sides of the road and offer a variety of attractive products which you can purchase at a cheap price. But you have to be good with your bargaining skills. You can find a huge range of products on Mall Road which also covers famous Kashmiri shawls, sarees, books, antique items, and a lot more.

Later, in the evening, board the Volvo bus and start your night journey back to Delhi.