Organising a family trip to the mountains is a breeze when you book your stay, transfer and sightseeing beforehand. A Himachal Tour Package for Family has it all- comfortable stays in hotels, chauffeur driven private cab and excursion to Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie and more. The cost of the package is subject to your departure date, number of passengers, star hotel, pickup point and days of stay.
Whether you are a family with kids, relatives or grandparents, it is important to select the suitable schedules so that your mountian holidays do not become too stressful. Here are the main places to go, accommodation, sample schedule, budget ideas and helpful tips.
Why Choose a Himachal Tour Package for Family?
Himachal Pradesh has mountain scenery, charming hill stations, temples, local markets and nature experiences to suit all ages and interests. A family holiday can either be leisurely in a single destination or can include two close-by destinations.
Taking a family package makes travelling easier, as hotel bookings, transfers and sightseeing are all included in one. Rather than every aspect of the trip being arranged separately, you can tell your preferences upfront and have the trip planned around them.
If you have the baggage or have children and senior citizens with you in the family, a private cab is very useful. You may plan for reasonable breaks and sightseeing at your pace which will depend on the agreed itinerary and the road conditions.
When choosing a package, think about number of nights, how far you will need to drive from place to place, hotel location, and what activities the whole family will want to do.
What Is Included in a Himachal Tour Package with Hotel?
What is included? Inclusions differ from one tour operator and package category to the next. Always ask for a written quotation before booking and ensure that it provides details of exactly what you will be given.
The Himachal package with hotel and cab may comprise of:
- Hotel class: Rooms will be allocated as per your family size, occupancy and hotel category specified.
- Private transportation: Use your own vehicle for shared transfer and sightseeing (on a shared vehicle).
- Pickup and Drop-off: Business arrangements from the confirmed starting and ending locations.
- Sightseeing: Tours of the places outlined on your itinerary.
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner or other meals if it is specifically included in the package.
- Travel help: Support in planning your itinerary, assistance with hotel arrangement or booking queries.
The entrances, adventure sport fees, parking fee, special local transport, meals that are not mentioned in the quote and personal expenses may charge separately.
Always verify the name or category of a hotel, the room setting, car type, limits to sightseeing, terms of cancellation and payment schedule prior to making an advance payment.
Must Visit Places in Himachal with Family
1. Shimla
Shimla families looking for a mountain view, heritage attractions and strolls around the town.
The Ridge, Mall Road and Christ Church. Kufri will be a good options for a Day trip too taking into account the weather, traffic and other local factors.
If you are travelling with children or seniors, walk distances and accessibility should be taken into account when plans are being made. There are areas for walking within Shimla centre too, where the public car doesn't come.
2. Manali
Manali features mountain views, temples, scenic waterside areas and outdoor activities. Families can visit Hadimba Temple, stroll the streets of Old Manali and enjoy the town's natural sights.
Solang Valley is also recommended, though facilities and drive availability are subjected to season and weather. Adventure activities may have additional charges, safety, age or health restrictions.
You can plan a family holiday to Manali at a leisurely pace and even have sufficient time to relax in the hotel and take local excursions.
3. Kullu
Kullu is famous for valley views, river landscape and Himachali culture. When it is feasible to be covered on a Shimla-Manali itinerary depending on route and time available.
Beautiful stopovers and local family friendly sights can be visited. When you are driving with kids, don't plan too many stops on a longer driving day.
4. Dharamshala, McLeod Ganj,
Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj boast mountain scenery, monasteries, cafs and a unique Tibetan culture. They may appeal to families with an interest in culture, nature and a more relaxed holiday.
Some of the places that travellers frequently visit include the Dalai Lama Temple complex and others looking across the mountains. Be aware of opening procedures, walking distances and weather conditions before you go.
5. Dalhousie and Khajjiar
You will find Dalhousie has the hill-station vibes and Khajjiar with its wide meadow and scenic locales.
This could be a good option for families that are into nature, photography and want a more relaxed 'holiday'. How much sightseeing can be achieved, will depend on road conditions, season and time available.
You don't have to see everything in one trip. It is often more comfortable spending a couple of days in two or three places that seem appropriate rather than rushing around the whole state in a few days.
Proposed Himachal Family Tour 5 Nights / 6 Days Itinerary
Sample Itinerary below – family style for Shimla and Manali. Adjust to your pickup city, arrival time and travel dates and desired locations of hotels.
Day 1: Arrive at Shimla
Upon Arrival in Shimla, Meet and transfer to the hotel. Check in at the hotel and take some rest or explore the nearby places if you are reaching early.
Day 2: Shimla and Kufri Sightseeing
Check out some places in Shimla, including the Ridge, Mall Road, and the Church. If the weather is clear, take an opportunity to drive to Kufri. Make sure you leave plenty of time for meals and breaks.
Day 3: Shimla – Manali
Commence your journey to Manali with regular break pauses en route. As this is generally a transfer day it is advisable not to put in too many sightseeing activities. Check the suggested driving time before departure.
Day 4: Manali Local Sight Seeing
Visit Hadimba Temple, Old Manali or any other preferred place for Shopping, sightseeing etc. and come back to hotel at a comfortable time.
Day 5: Solang Valley or a Suitable Local Excursion
Choose Solang Valley or another trip you may want to do depending on weather and road access, and the interests of your family. Extra optional activities and special local transportation may incur an additional cost.
Day 6: Departure
Enjoy breakfast if this is part of your hotel programme. Check out and commence your return journey or transfer to your confirmed departure point.
This is a sample plan and not every attraction is included. Depending on the route and the destinations families from Delhi or Chandigarh may require extra time. Longer tour options would be in a relaxed mode and can also include overnight stays.
Himachal Trip Package for Family with Hotel: Price & Budget
It is difficult to say how much a Himachal family trip will cost without knowing your travel plans. If you ask for the same destination, two different families may get quotes for totally different hotels, rooms, occupancies and modes of transport.
The key reasons which influence the cost of Himachal tour package cost for family are:
- Number of travellers: Group size impacts room requirements and will also influence your choice of transport.
- Location of Hotel: Hotels located on the airport grounds, in the city centre or other advantageous locations, charge a higher fee.
- Number of nights: the longer the stay, the higher the costs of accommodation and other trip expenses.
- Pickup point: Beginning from Delhi, Chandigarh or some other city affects transport requirements.
- Travel season: School holidays, long weekends and busy travel seasons can influence availability and costs.
- Eating out & entertainment: Dining out, attraction entry fees and optional activities may also increase the total budget.
To make a better comparison of quotations, inquire as to whether the charge is "per person" or "per family".
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Address: Mohin-Gopalpur Road, Sarkaghat, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, 175007
