Grand Kullu Tour
Tour Overview
1 / 8Kullu ValleySeven adventurous days in the Valley of the Gods along the rushing Beas. Raft the rapids, trek out to Kasol and bathe in the Manikaran hot springs, returning each night to a premium riverside stay with private transfers and a local guide.
- Kasol
- Great Himalayan Park
- Manikaran
Day-wise Itinerary
Arrival in Kullu
- Warm welcome and pickup from the nearest airport or railway station
- Check in to your premium hotel and freshen up
- Evening at leisure exploring the local market
Discover Kasol
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kasol
- Time for photography and soaking in the views
- Taste the local favourite Kullu Trout
Excursion to Great Himalayan Park
- Full-day excursion to Great Himalayan Park
- Scenic sightseeing and short nature walks en route
- Relaxed evening back at the hotel
Explore Manikaran
- Visit Manikaran and nearby attractions
- Interact with locals and learn about regional traditions
- Optional evening cultural show
Leisure & Nearby Attractions
- Day free for shopping, spa, or optional adventure activities
- Discover hidden gems around Kullu with your guide
Flavours of Kullu
- Pick up handicrafts and souvenirs from local markets
- Farewell dinner featuring Siddu and regional specialities
Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to the airport/station with cherished memories
About This Grand Kullu Trip
Kullu is the valley Manali sits at the top of, and it is known locally as the Valley of the Gods for the number of village deities whose temples and processions still structure the year here. The Dussehra festival in Kullu is unlike the one celebrated elsewhere in India — deities are carried in from surrounding villages for a week-long gathering.
Alongside that, the valley is apple country and the centre of Himachali handloom, particularly the Kullu shawl. The Beas running through it is also the main rafting river in the state.
Who This Tour Suits
- Travellers interested in living folk tradition rather than monuments
- Craft and textile buyers
- Groups wanting river rafting and easy valley walks
Know Before You Book
- Kullu Dussehra falls in October and dates shift each year with the Hindu calendar. Accommodation fills well ahead.
- Temple customs are taken seriously — ask before photographing deities or processions.
- Genuine Kullu shawls carry a handloom mark; cooperatives are the reliable place to buy.
- Rafting on the Beas is seasonal and closed during high monsoon flow.
What's Included
- 6 nights premium hotel accommodation
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Private air-conditioned cab for transfers & sightseeing
- Certified local tour guide
- All applicable taxes and toll charges
- 24/7 on-trip travel assistance
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Kullu Dussehra different?
It begins when Dussehra ends elsewhere, and it is a gathering of village deities rather than a re-enactment of the Ramayana. Hundreds of local gods are carried down from surrounding villages to Kullu's Dhalpur ground for a week of processions and music. It falls in October, with dates shifting yearly.
Is river rafting available in Kullu?
Yes, on the Beas, typically between Pirdi and Jhiri. The season generally runs March to June and again after the monsoon subsides in September and October. It closes during high monsoon flow. Rafting is arranged locally with licensed operators and paid separately.
How do I know a Kullu shawl is genuine?
Look for the handloom mark and buy from a recognised weavers' cooperative or a government emporium rather than a roadside stall. Genuine pieces are woven on pit looms and the geometric border patterns are on both faces. Machine-made imitations are common and much cheaper.