Your dream Honeymoon at Manali

Manali is 40 km away from Kulu towards the north. Manali is situated near the end of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh. One can see well-defined snow capped peaks. The Beas River, with its clear water, meanders through the town. There are trees of deodar and pine, small fields and fruit orchards on its other side. It is an excellent place for a holiday, honeymoon and a favorite resort for trekkers to Lahaul, Spiti, Kinnaur, Leh and Zanskar regions in Kashmir valley. It is known as the Switzerland of India. The places of tourist attraction in Manali are the Hadimba temple, the Manu temple, the Club House, the Tibetan Monasteries, Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass and Arjun Gufa etc.

Romantic, beautiful Manali. Nestling like a rose bowl in the lap of the majestic Himalayas, makes it a cosy, winter honeymoon hideaway. Outside, snowflakes fall softly, adding flecks to silvery deodars. Inside, crackling logs light up an open hearth, while you keep warm with steaming cups of coffee and snug rugs to huddle in. What can paint a more romantic picture than the hush of Manali under a blanket of snow?

Manali is surrounded by fruit orchards, deodar and pine forests, hot water springs, mineral springs, splendid mountains, caves and temples. The mighty Beas hurtles through the town, carving a deep gorge in its wake. The river is great for fishing and rafting adventures in summer, but is freezing in winter. The Mall or main bazaar is the hub of activity, flooded with shops, restaurants, trekking and mountaineering outfits and wayside food stalls. But you can escape down many a cosy walk in the nearby forests, up pretty, secluded mountain trails, charming villages and Tibetan settlements. Manali is an adventure and mountaineering sports paradise, so if you are up to an energetic honeymoon, remember to pack those extra woollies.

Getting there
The nearest airport is at Bhuntar, near Kullu, 50 kms from Manali. Regular bus services and fixed-fair taxis connect the town to the airport. The Bus stand is in the centre of town on the Mall, with road connections from Kullu, Chandigarh (284 km), Shimla (270 km), Delhi (585 km via Mandi) and most major north Indian cities. The nearest railhead is on the narrow gauge line at Jogindernagar (135 kms).

Accommodation
Manali has no dearth of accommodation options, from luxury resorts and up-market hotels, to guesthouses, tourist lodges and low budget hotels. Prices range between Rs. 600 to Rs. 3000.

Best season
Each season in Manali has its own charm. Winters are snowy, summers are crowded and the monsoons are heavy. The best seasons are March-April and after the monsoons between September and November. Always travel with sufficient warm clothing.