Kulu Manali in Mid March

grv144 · Feb 16th, 2007, 17:47

We are thinking of Kulu/Manali/surroundings in mid-March. We have 4 days.

1. Given that we are not the very active/trekking types, AND my wife will be 5 months pregnant at that point, is this advisable ? We will be content visiting temples, eating, and looking at beautful sights from far.

2. Anybody have any pointers for a 4 day trip ? I am aware I have not done much homework, sof if you can provide a brief outline, I can pick it from there. I am OK for just even one of the places I keep hearing about: Kulu OR Manali OR X ?

3. I am ruling out the Jagson because of the reviews. Air Decan seems to operate flights to Kulu...or so they claim. Any advise on air travel ?

Thanks
Shiv

saajan_20 · Feb 16th, 2007, 19:06

jagson or air deccan both have similiar services for this region bhuntar airport is where you shall land !!

wanderingstars · Feb 16th, 2007, 20:52

Just have to say that we drove to Manali from New Delhi last summer and the roads, well...they are NOT the same as one would expect in the West. So I'm trying to picture being pregnant and on winding, twisting, hairpin roads that are narrow with huge trucks passing each other...hmmm, if you've never been to India, you may want to rethink this a bit. And Indian domestic airplanes are not the same standard that one from the west either.
Gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous area...but getting there is not easy.

Yogesh Sarkar · Feb 16th, 2007, 21:07

Stick to Manali, it is more scenic and colder than Kullu. There is enough in Manali and surrounding areas to keep you busy for four days.

After you are done sightseeing in Manali take a day tour to Nagar and/or Kullu, if your wife is not found of altitude then don't visit Rohtang since it can cause AMS, if you are going there make sure you stop at Marhi for a breather and to acclimatize.

ranjan154 · Feb 16th, 2007, 22:11

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Stick to Manali, it is more scenic and colder than Kullu. There is enough in Manali and surrounding areas to keep you busy for four days.

This is absolutely correct, i too feel same..but travelling with pregnant wife ..hmmm will she be able to cope up with high altitude. and until you go to Rohtang Pass it wont be fun..

Yogesh Sarkar · Feb 17th, 2007, 01:44

But in March chances of Rohtang Pass opening are slim, so you might not have a problem. Do visit the Solang Valley though, it is beautiful.

bunnypunia · Feb 17th, 2007, 14:41

No chances of rohtang being open in mid march, specially after the spells of snow in Himachal.

rkarthikeyan · Feb 19th, 2007, 10:16

Will rohtang be open by 1st week of May, considering the current spell of snow?

grv144 · Feb 19th, 2007, 10:33

Thanks fo all the replies....We are still making up our mind..if we go it will be via th Volvo buses from Delhi.

Any suggestions for Deluxe/luxury hotels/resorts? Comfort and Scenic views is the criterion, not budget...any inputs will be appreciated ?

Thanks.

rishabh6296 · Feb 21st, 2007, 08:44

You can try log hots,banon resorts,snow crest manor,ambassandor resorts etc.Kullu is a dirty town with not much to look at,i'd suggest check with deccan people about the flight/weather conditions since it would be a better option.Right now there is enough snow everywhere so you can expect to upto kothi and solang.
Rishabh

rishabh6296 · Feb 21st, 2007, 08:46

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Will rohtang be open by 1st week of May, considering the current spell of snow?

The pass may or might not be open for vehicular traffic depending on how much it snows in the coming months but you'd get very near atleast.

Feb 16th, 2007, 17:47	#1
grv144 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 14	Kulu Manali in Mid March We are thinking of Kulu/Manali/surroundings in mid-March. We have 4 days. 1. Given that we are not the very active/trekking types, AND my wife will be 5 months pregnant at that point, is this advisable ? We will be content visiting temples, eating, and looking at beautful sights from far. 2. Anybody have any pointers for a 4 day trip ? I am aware I have not done much homework, sof if you can provide a brief outline, I can pick it from there. I am OK for just even one of the places I keep hearing about: Kulu OR Manali OR X ? 3. I am ruling out the Jagson because of the reviews. Air Decan seems to operate flights to Kulu...or so they claim. Any advise on air travel ? Thanks Shiv

Feb 16th, 2007, 21:07	#4
Yogesh Sarkar Maha Guru Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New Delhi (India) Posts: 1,070	Stick to Manali, it is more scenic and colder than Kullu. There is enough in Manali and surrounding areas to keep you busy for four days. After you are done sightseeing in Manali take a day tour to Nagar and/or Kullu, if your wife is not found of altitude then don't visit Rohtang since it can cause AMS, if you are going there make sure you stop at Marhi for a breather and to acclimatize. __________________ My Travelogues \| My Blog \| Ladakh Travel Guide

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rkarthikeyan Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 45	Will rohtang be open by 1st week of May, considering the current spell of snow? __________________ Wishes for a Happy and Safe Travel. Karthikeyan. http://www.karthikeyan.in/ Sites i visit often: Adventure Sports \| India Mike

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saajan_20 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: bombay {mumbai} Posts: 322	jagson or air deccan both have similiar services for this region bhuntar airport is where you shall land !!

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wanderingstars Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: New Delhi Posts: 18	Just have to say that we drove to Manali from New Delhi last summer and the roads, well...they are NOT the same as one would expect in the West. So I'm trying to picture being pregnant and on winding, twisting, hairpin roads that are narrow with huge trucks passing each other...hmmm, if you've never been to India, you may want to rethink this a bit. And Indian domestic airplanes are not the same standard that one from the west either. Gorgeous, absolutely gorgeous area...but getting there is not easy.

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Yogesh Sarkar Maha Guru Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New Delhi (India) Posts: 1,070	But in March chances of Rohtang Pass opening are slim, so you might not have a problem. Do visit the Solang Valley though, it is beautiful.

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Feb 19th, 2007, 10:33	#9
grv144 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 14	Thanks fo all the replies....We are still making up our mind..if we go it will be via th Volvo buses from Delhi. Any suggestions for Deluxe/luxury hotels/resorts? Comfort and Scenic views is the criterion, not budget...any inputs will be appreciated ? Thanks.

Feb 21st, 2007, 08:44	#10
rishabh6296 Maha Guru Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: new delhi Posts: 769	You can try log hots,banon resorts,snow crest manor,ambassandor resorts etc.Kullu is a dirty town with not much to look at,i'd suggest check with deccan people about the flight/weather conditions since it would be a better option.Right now there is enough snow everywhere so you can expect to upto kothi and solang. Rishabh

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