Guide fare
₹4,999
Route Guide
Delhi to Manali — Complete Travel Guide & Trip Cost 2025
Duration
1h (to Bhuntar/Kullu)
Best time
May to June
Top airline
Air India + more
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Manali trip highlights
- ✓Rohtang Pass — snow-covered at 3,978m elevation
- ✓Solang Valley for skiing, paragliding, and snow activities
- ✓Old Manali's hippie cafes and serene Hidimba Temple
- ✓Spiti Valley road trip (4–5 day extension)
- ✓Chandratal Lake — one of India's most stunning high-altitude lakes
Planning budget
| Duration | Budget | Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| 3 days | ₹8,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 5 days | ₹13,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 7 days | ₹18,000 | ₹45,000 |
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Best time to visit
May to June & September to October
Delhi to Manali is one of India's most iconic mountain routes. You can fly into Kullu-Manali Airport (Bhuntar) — a quick 1-hour flight — and then drive 50km to Manali town. Alternatively, the Volvo bus from Delhi takes 14 hours overnight, making it the most budget-friendly option. The 540km Delhi-Manali highway via NH3 is also a popular road trip taking 12–15 hours. Manali offers year-round appeal: summers (May–June) for trekking and Rohtang Pass access, monsoon for lush valleys (though road landslides can occur), autumn (Sep–Oct) for the best weather and post-monsoon clarity, and winters (Nov–Feb) for snow activities at Solang Valley. VoyagerX's AI generates a complete day-by-day Manali itinerary tailored to your travel style and budget, whether you're a budget backpacker or luxury traveler.