Manali, Kasol–Bir Billing, Kheerganga or McLeod Ganj: which Himachal trip suits you?

The four trips side by side

Time away from Delhi, including the overnight journeys: Manali 5 calendar days; Manali – Kasol – Bir Billing 7 calendar days; Kasol – Kheerganga Trek 5 calendar days; Dharamshala – McLeod Ganj 5 calendar days.

Choose Manali if…

• You want the classic sights in a short trip: Hadimba Temple, Solang Valley, the Atal Tunnel to Sissu, Old Manali and Vashisht.
• You prefer an easy pace with short walks only.
• You are watching the budget: it is the lowest-priced Himachal package, from ₹5,999 per person.

Read the 3-day Manali plan and what the Manali price covers.

Choose Manali – Kasol – Bir Billing if…

• You want three places in one trip: a night in Bir, two in Manali and one in Kasol.
• You want the road journey covered: inclusions list "Delhi–Delhi tempo traveller and all transfers".
• You would like the option of paragliding at Bir (an add-on, weather-dependent and usually flown in the morning).
• You are fine with long road days — the Bir → Manali drive takes about 5–7 hours.

Choose the Kasol – Kheerganga trek if…

• You want a trek rather than sightseeing: about 12 km each way from Barshaini, which most groups walk in 5–6 hours.
• You have basic fitness — the trail is moderate and suits beginners.
• You like the idea of a night in tents at Kheerganga and the Parvati Kund hot spring at the top.

A porter or mule is not included; it can be added at booking. Carry trekking shoes, a rain jacket, a warm layer and a torch.

Choose Dharamshala – McLeod Ganj if…

• You are drawn to the Tsuglagkhang complex (Dalai Lama Temple), Bhagsu waterfall and Naddi viewpoint.
• You are travelling with family or seniors: the base plan involves only short walks.
• You want Triund — it is a full-day trek, so it is offered as an add-on rather than fitted into the base plan.