The overnight bus from Delhi Kashmere Gate reaches Manali by morning. By the time the family checks in, the first full day has already started with temples, hot springs and a bonfire dinner. That is the operating logic of this package. It does not waste a full day on travel and check-in. The bus ride is Day 0, and the itinerary begins the moment you step off.
What follows across the next three days covers Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht Village, Rohtang, Sissu, a riverside cooking session, canvas painting, Naggar Castle and the Roerich Art Gallery before a return bus from Patlikuhal. For families trying to work out whether these manali family tour packages are worth the booking, the answer depends on whether the itinerary matches how your family actually travels.
Chyll In Manali: 2 Night 3 Days Family Package by Chyll By zing
This is a managed package. The bus, the stay, the local transfers and the trip guide are all handled under one booking. What you get in return is a three-day plan that does not require you to coordinate a cab, find a hotel or research what to do each morning.
What Is Included in the Package
The standard inclusions cover four things. Bus travel on zingbus from Delhi Kashmere Gate to Manali and the return leg. All local transfers during the trip in zingbus partnered cabs. A trip guide throughout the journey. And accommodation in Manali.
Meals appear across the itinerary at specific points: complimentary dinner onboard on Day 0, breakfast on the bus the next morning, and meals woven into the daily plans. The package operates on a twin, triple or quad sharing basis for the stay, which is specific to the Family vibe and means rooms can accommodate families without splitting across multiple bookings.
Day 0: Delhi to the Mountains
Board the zingbus from Delhi Kashmere Gate in the evening. A complimentary dinner is served onboard as the bus heads north towards Himachal Pradesh. The overnight journey covers roughly 550 km and arrives in Manali the following morning.
This is not a sightseeing day. It is the travel leg that sets up the itinerary.
Day 1: Temples, Vashisht and the First Evening
Breakfast is served onboard before arrival. A private cab transfers the family to the stay, where early check-in is subject to availability. Once settled, the day begins with a visit to Hadimba Devi Temple, a 16th century pagoda-style wooden temple surrounded by a cedar forest. Ghatotkach Temple and Manu Temple follow.
After lunch, the afternoon shifts to Vashisht Village, a settlement about 3 km from Manali known for its natural hot springs and the Vashisht Temple complex. The springs sit inside a stone bathhouse that is open to visitors.
The day ends back at the stay with a bonfire and dinner.
Day 2: Rohtang, Sissu and Riverside Cooking
An early start. The route heads towards Rahala Falls and Rohtang Pass before continuing through Koksar to Sissu. This is the longest day of the itinerary and covers the most distance, moving through the section of NH3 that crosses the Pir Panjal range.
At Sissu, the plan includes riverside cooking, a Himalayan-inspired canvas painting session and lunch by the river. By evening, the family returns to Manali for live music, bonfire and dinner.
There is a weather fallback for this day. Rohtang Pass and the Sissu section are subject to weather conditions, road accessibility and local permissions. If inaccessible, the day is spent at Solang Valley with a visit to Anjani Mahadev Temple. Optional adventure activities are available at additional cost, along with a high tea experience at the stay.
Day 3: Naggar, Kullu and the Journey Home
Breakfast and checkout. The final day moves in the opposite direction, south through the Kullu Valley. The first stop is Sajla Waterfalls. Then Naggar Castle, the former seat of the Kullu kingdom, built in the 15th century with a mix of stone and timber construction. The Roerich Art Gallery sits nearby and houses the work of Russian painter Nicholas Roerich, who lived in Naggar from the 1920s until his death in 1947.
Tripura Sundari Mandir and Murlidhar Krishna Mandir follow, with a local lunch in Naggar. A scenic stop in Kullu rounds out the day before the family reaches Patlikuhal to board the overnight zingbus back to Delhi. Dinner is served onboard.
Where You Stay
Two properties are listed for this package. De’ Prashant Silver Stag carries a 4.4 out of 5 Google rating, with mountain views, comfortable rooms and proximity to Hadimba Temple. Mary Chalet and Cafe carries a 3.9 out of 5 rating, with a chalet-style mountain setting and an in-house cafe.
The final stay is allocated based on availability. Accommodation will be provided at one of the listed properties or a similarly rated property in Manali with comparable amenities.
What Is Not Included
5% GST is excluded from the package. Any extra food, snacks, tea, coffee or beverages outside the meals mentioned in the itinerary are not covered. Additional costs due to unforeseen situations such as weather, roadblocks, landslides or snowfall are the traveller’s responsibility. Anything not specifically listed in the inclusions is excluded.
Cancellation Terms
Cancel more than 15 days before departure for a full refund. Cancel between 7 and 15 days before departure for a 50% refund. Cancellations within 7 days of departure are non-refundable. Activities may change due to weather or local conditions, and no refunds apply for no-shows, early exits or delays beyond the operator’s control.
How to Book
Current availability, pricing and enquiry options for this and other manali family tour packages are available on the Chyll by zing tour packages page. The Delhi to Manali bus route page shows current schedules and fares for the zingbus leg of the journey.
Prices are approximate and may vary based on season, demand, and availability.
Planning Around the Package
The weather fallback is worth understanding before booking. The Rohtang and Sissu section is accessible from roughly late May to early October, though exact dates shift each year. Families planning a November or December trip should expect the Solang Valley alternative on Day 2.
Carry a valid government photo ID for all family members. The itinerary involves easy to moderate activity levels and the team should be informed of any medical conditions before the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the Chyll In Manali family package?
The package includes zingbus travel from Delhi to Manali and return, local cab transfers, a trip guide and accommodation.
How long is the Chyll In Manali family package?
The package runs for 2 nights and 3 days, starting with an overnight bus journey on Day 0.
Where does the bus depart from for this package?
The zingbus departs from Delhi Kashmere Gate for the overnight journey to Manali.
Is Rohtang Pass included in the itinerary?
Rohtang Pass is part of the Day 2 plan but is subject to weather and road conditions with a Solang Valley alternative.
What type of room sharing is available for families?
The Family vibe operates on twin, triple or quad sharing, accommodating families without splitting across rooms.
Can I cancel the package after booking?
Cancellations more than 15 days before departure receive a full refund, and within 7 days are non-refundable.
Are meals included in the manali family tour packages?
Meals appear at specific points in the itinerary including onboard dinner and breakfast, with lunches and dinners during the days.
What happens if Rohtang is closed due to weather?
The day is spent at Solang Valley with Anjani Mahadev Temple and optional adventure activities at additional cost.
Which hotels are listed for the Manali stay?
De’ Prashant Silver Stag at 4.4 out of 5 and Mary Chalet and Cafe at 3.9 out of 5 are listed for this package.
Is the package suitable for young children?
The itinerary involves easy to moderate activity and families should inform the team of any medical conditions beforehand.
