Circuit · Himachal
Kullu, Manali & Lahaul
Manali and Solang, the Hampta and Bhrigu treks, and Lahaul through the Atal Tunnel.
- Places
- 7
- Altitude
- 2,050–4,480 m
- Fly / train to
- Bhuntar (Kullu); Bhuntar (Kullu) / Chandigarh
- Daily spend
- about ₹3,000
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- ❄︎May
- ❄︎Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Best for most places here: Jun, Sep, Oct. Each place here needs 3–7 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Beas Kund
A short trek from Solang Nala to the glacial source of the Beas, under Indrasan and Deo Tibba.
Bhrigu Lake
A steep, short climb to a high alpine lake above Manali.
Chandrakhani Pass
A crossover trek from Naggar over a 3,660 m pass into the Malana side of Parvati Valley.
Deo Tibba Base Camp
A high meadow trek to the base of Deo Tibba (6,001 m) beside the blue Chandratal lake.
Hampta Pass
A crossover trek from green Kullu into the barren Lahaul valley, often extended to Chandratal.
Manali & Solang
The classic honeymoon and family hill station, with winter snow at Solang and Atal Tunnel.
Sissu & Lahaul
The first Lahaul village past the Atal Tunnel — waterfalls, the Chandrabhaga river and bare high mountains.
What to pack for Kullu, Manali & Lahaul
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Sun cap or hat
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
- Waterproof gloves
- Neck gaiter or balaclava
- Hand warmers
- UV-protection sunglasses
- Lip balm with SPF
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Kullu, Manali & Lahaul: questions people ask
Which places are in the Kullu, Manali & Lahaul circuit?
The Kullu, Manali & Lahaul circuit in Himachal covers Beas Kund, Bhrigu Lake, Chandrakhani Pass, Deo Tibba Base Camp, Hampta Pass, Manali & Solang and Sissu & Lahaul. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Kullu, Manali & Lahaul?
June and September and October suit most places in Kullu, Manali & Lahaul. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Kullu, Manali & Lahaul?
Travel to Bhuntar (Kullu) or Bhuntar (Kullu) / Chandigarh or Manali, then continue by road.
How much does a Kullu, Manali & Lahaul trip cost per day?
About ₹3,000 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Kullu, Manali & Lahaul, and which is the highest?
Sissu & Lahaul is the easiest (easy). Deo Tibba Base Camp is the highest at 4,480 m.