About Himachal Pradesh
Shimla is roughly 1,400 km from Rajkot and Manali around 1,600 km, via Rajasthan, Delhi and Chandigarh. A road trip takes three days each way at a comfortable pace.
Most travellers fly or take a train to Delhi or Chandigarh and drive from there. For groups who want a single vehicle from Rajkot, we plan the full route with halts.
Where to go
Places
Hill stations and mountain highlights.
- ShimlaThe old summer capital: the Mall, the Ridge and Kufri.
- ManaliSolang Valley and the Atal Tunnel towards Lahaul.
- Dharamshala & McLeod GanjTibetan culture, monasteries and Himalayan views.
- Kasol & Parvati ValleyRiverside villages and trekking trails.
Suggested road trips
- Himachal holiday (10–12 days by road)Rajkot – Jaipur – Delhi – Shimla – Manali – return via Chandigarh.
Best time to visit
March to June and September to November. December to February brings snow; some roads close.
Distance from Rajkot
Shimla roughly 1,400 km; Manali roughly 1,600 km. Plan about three driving days each way. Distances and times are approximate.
Travel tips
- Mountain roads are best driven in daylight.
- Snow can close passes and roads in winter; keep the plan flexible.
- Interstate permits for each state are listed in your quote.