Shimla and Manali from Delhi
Shimla and Manali from Delhi by road
The Shimla and Manali from Delhi by road covers about 1,169 km of driving over 6 days. For 6 days with driver, a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹42,500–52,000 (as of Oct 2026).
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- Days
- 6 days
- Driving
- 1,169 km
- the whole loop
- Stops
- 2
- from Delhi
- Fare from
- ₹42,500–52,000
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater, 6 days
Himachal's two best-loved hill towns with one vehicle from Delhi NCR: Shimla's Ridge and Mall, then over to the Beas valley for Manali and Solang.
College groups and families do it most in summer and in the snow months; pickups anywhere in Delhi, Gurugram, Noida or Ghaziabad.
How many are going?
Slide to your group size: the vehicle that fits and its fare, from the tables on this page.
Fits your group
Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van)
13–17 or 10–17 seats
₹6,800–8,400 for a full day (250 km)
Shimla and Manali from Delhi
₹42,500–52,000
Tempo Traveller 17-seater · 1,169 km loop one way · 6 days, round trip
Indicative fares from the tables on this page (see the notes under them); operators quote the exact price.
- Delhi
- Shimla
- Manali
Day-by-day plan (6 days)
Day 1: Delhi to Shimla386 km
North by Chandigarh and up the hills; evening on the Ridge.
Day 2: Shimla
Kufri, Christ Church and the Mall Road.
Day 3: Shimla to Manali243 km
By Mandi and the Kullu valley.
Day 4: Manali
Hadimba temple, Old Manali and Vashisht's hot springs.
Day 5: Solang valley
Snow and adventure sports; the Atal Tunnel if the road is open.
Day 6: Manali to Delhi540 km
An early start, or the overnight drive home.
What the circuit costs
About 1,169 km over 6 days with one vehicle and driver for the whole trip.
| Vehicle | Seats | Round trip, 6 days | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 9–12 | ₹36,200–45,700 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 13–17 | ₹42,500–52,000 | Get quotes |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 18–26 | ₹48,800–61,400 | Get quotes |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 27–35 | ₹67,700–91,400 | Get quotes |
Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a round trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.
Cost per person
The 6-day fare split across every seat in the vehicle.
| Vehicle | Seats | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Tempo Traveller 12-seater | 12 | ₹3,020–3,810 |
| Tempo Traveller 17-seater | 17 | ₹2,500–3,060 |
| Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater | 26 | ₹1,880–2,360 |
| Mini Bus 28–35 seater | 35 | ₹1,930–2,610 |
Per person if every seat is filled (the Seats column); an estimate as of Oct 2026. Fewer people means a higher share each.
Which vehicle for your group
One vehicle and driver for the whole circuit; leave a seat or two spare for luggage.
| People | Vehicle | Full day (250 km), each |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Tempo Traveller 12-seater (9–12 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹5,800–7,400 |
| 17 | Tempo Traveller 17-seater (13–17 seats) or Force Urbania (luxury van) (10–17 seats) | ₹6,800–8,400 |
| 26 | Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater (18–26 seats) | ₹7,900–10,000 |
| 35 | Mini Bus 28–35 seater (27–35 seats) | ₹11,000–15,000 |
| 49 | AC Coach 40–49 seater (36–49 seats) | ₹15,000–20,200 |
Sizes come from the seats each vehicle class carries; leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips. Day fares are indicative, with driver allowance and 5% GST.
Good to know
- Rohtang Pass needs a permit for each vehicle, issued online in limited numbers.
- Snow can close the roads above Manali for a day or two in winter.
Operators for Shimla and Manali from Delhi
Approved operators who take groups to Shimla and Manali from Delhi. Ask for quotes here: your request reaches them through the platform and you compare itemised offers.
Rishabh Motors
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
37 km by road from Delhi
1 vehicle · 28 seats
Akansha mobility solutions
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh
173 km by road from Delhi
1 vehicle · 17 seats
New Puhana bus service
Vehicle Owner
Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Serves Delhi
Fleet details on request
Sidhu Travels
VerifiedVehicle Owner
Chandigarh
268 km by road from Delhi
1 vehicle · 66 seats
Questions groups ask
How many days do you need for Shimla and Manali from Delhi?
6 days. Over 6 days: day 1: Delhi to Shimla; day 2: Shimla; day 3: Shimla to Manali; day 4: Manali; day 5: Solang valley; day 6: Manali to Delhi.
How far is the Shimla and Manali from Delhi circuit?
About 1,169 km of driving in total. The longest day is day 6 (Manali to Delhi), 540 km. Group vehicles average 45–50 km an hour with stops.
What does a Shimla and Manali from Delhi trip cost for a group?
For 6 days with driver: Tempo Traveller 12-seater ₹36,200–45,700; Tempo Traveller 17-seater ₹42,500–52,000; Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater ₹48,800–61,400; Mini Bus 28–35 seater ₹67,700–91,400 (indicative, October 2026). Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra.
Which vehicle should we take?
12 people: Tempo Traveller 12-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 17 people: Tempo Traveller 17-seater or Force Urbania (luxury van); 26 people: Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater; 35 people: Mini Bus 28–35 seater; 49 people: AC Coach 40–49 seater. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.
Delhi se Shimla aur Manali kitne din mein ho jaata hai?
6 din aaraam se: 2 raat Shimla, 3 raat Manali. Jaldi ho to 5 din, par Manali se wapsi lambi hai.