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We’re sure you’re itching for a vacation after months of lockdown. There are many hill stations around Delhi which can be visited with friends or family. The honeymoon destination and Valley of Gods, Manali is one of those. This beautiful hill station in Kullu Valley is above the snow-capped Himalayan peaks. Not only this the amazing mountain view, small eateries, and busy street markets will add more fun to your journey.
Manali
A town with only 10,000 population (approx.) located in Kullu district which is approximately 544 km from Delhi. Manali is a renowned tourist destination in India, serving as a gateway to the Lahaul and Spiti valley as well as Leh in Ladakh. Do you know that Manali was named after Manu, a Santan lawgiver?
Old Manali is one of these people’s favorite neighborhoods, because of its relaxing cafes, good wifi, tiny eateries, and convenient shopping. Many homestays and hostels provide inexpensive dorm beds for longer visits. You can also do trekking, skiing, mountain biking, and explore the amazing view of the Himalayas.
How to travel to Manali from Delhi?
If you’re searching the internet or asking others how to reach Manali from New Delhi, then you need not do that more, we have mentioned all the details below. The following information will help you figure out how to get from Delhi to Manali and give you all the relevant details
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By Road
Don’t we all just love road trips? Manali to Delhi Road trip will make you drive through the rocky hilly landscapes with pine trees and the truly lovely Beas River flowing. You need not worry you will be fully energized during the whole road trip because you’ll have lots of opportunities to eat the delicious parathas, Maggie, Tea, and many other food items at roadside dhabas. Doesn’t that sound pretty exciting? There are three scenic routes that can be taken when you travel from Manali to Delhi, each of which takes you to the Mandi district headquarters before reaching Manali
- Ambala – Chandigarh Route which will take about 13 hours covering 545 km
- Banur-Palampur Route covers 670 kms and will take about 16 hours.
- Shimla Route will take 15 hours and will cover 610 km.
By Air
Bhuntar is the nearest airport to Manali, it is roughly 50 kilometers away. Don’t worry! Bhuntar is connected to Delhi via domestic planes that run on a regular basis. After reaching the airport you can easily book a cab or get prepaid taxis which can take you to Manali.
By Train
There are no direct trains to Manali. You need to take a train to Chandigarh or Kalka or Pathankot which are the closest railways stations to Manali. After reaching Chandigarh or Pathankot or Kalka railway station take a bus or taxi to Manali. The rail journey to Manali will be an adventure to remember, with beautiful landscapes, lush green woodlands, meandering glades covered in blossoms, spouting blue streams, and a never-ending fantasy-like fog all around you. If you are planning to go to Manali by train, make sure to book your tickets in advance before they go out full!
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Manali, one of the popular hill stations located amid the snow-capped Himalayan peaks, is charmed with vibrant street marketplaces, river valleys, and quaint cafés. Tourists flock to this location every year because it is near Delhi. The journey from Delhi to Manali will be exciting as you pass through different landscapes, from the rush and bustle of the metropolis to rural towns and villages, and finally the lush valleys and hills of Himachal Pradesh.
