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Where to Go in May

Manali

Every North Indian’s summer escape — Rohtang Pass opens for the season

5°C to 20°C Very High From ₹5,999
Budget:₹8,000 - ₹28,000 per person

Highlights:

Rohtang Pass day trip
Solang Valley paragliding
River crossing at Beas
Atal Tunnel to Sissu
Book Cab to Manali

Shimla

Colonial charm with summer buzz — Mall Road comes alive

12°C to 25°C Very High From ₹4,999
Budget:₹6,000 - ₹18,000 per person

Highlights:

Kufri horse riding
Naldehra golf course
Toy train experience
Summer Hill nature walks
Book Cab to Shimla

Mussoorie

Closest hill station to Delhi — perfect for families with young children

14°C to 28°C Very High From ₹3,999
Budget:₹4,000 - ₹14,000 per person

Highlights:

Company Garden picnic
Kempty Falls splash
Lal Tibba viewpoint
Cloud’s End nature trail
Book Cab to Mussoorie

Nainital

Lake District magic — boating, trekking, and mountain views

12°C to 25°C High From ₹4,999
Budget:₹5,000 - ₹16,000 per person

Highlights:

Naini Lake paddleboating
Bhimtal and Sattal day trip
Eco Cave Gardens
Naina Devi Temple visit
Book Cab to Nainital

Kasol

Backpacker paradise — perfect weather for Kheerganga and beyond

8°C to 22°C High From ₹5,999
Budget:₹5,000 - ₹15,000 per person

Highlights:

Kheerganga hot spring trek
Malana village visit
Tosh village camping
Riverside bonfire nights
Book Cab to Kasol

Dharamshala

McLeod Ganj buzzes with travelers — Triund Trek at its best

14°C to 26°C High From ₹5,499
Budget:₹5,000 - ₹16,000 per person

Highlights:

Triund overnight camping
Bhagsunag waterfall trek
Tibetan market shopping
HPCA Stadium visit
Book Cab to Dharamshala

Dalhousie

Quieter alternative to Shimla/Manali — old-world charm with fewer crowds

12°C to 22°C Medium From ₹5,999
Budget:₹5,000 - ₹14,000 per person

Highlights:

Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland)
Chamba heritage walk
Panchpula nature trail
Dainkund Peak sunrise
Book Cab to Dalhousie

Chopta & Tungnath

Uttarakhand’s hidden gem — world’s highest Shiva temple trek

5°C to 15°C Low From ₹5,999
Budget:₹5,000 - ₹14,000 per person

Highlights:

Tungnath Temple trek (3,680m)
Chandrashila summit sunrise
Deoria Tal camping
Sari village homestays
Book Cab to Chopta & Tungnath

Auli

Summer meadows replace ski slopes — Bugyal treks with panoramic views

5°C to 18°C Low From ₹6,999
Budget:₹7,000 - ₹18,000 per person

Highlights:

Gorson Bugyal meadow trek
Gondola with Nanda Devi views
Kuari Pass trek
Joshimath exploration
Book Cab to Auli

Spiti Valley

Roads start opening — early season adventurers get pristine landscapes

-2°C to 15°C Low From ₹9,999
Budget:₹10,000 - ₹30,000 per person

Highlights:

Key Monastery visit
Chandratal Lake opening
Kibber village exploration
Kaza market walk
Book Cab to Spiti Valley

Festivals & Events

May Festivals

Buddha Purnima

Summer Festival Shimla

Manali Summer Carnival

May Travel Tips

Book hill station cabs 3-4 weeks in advance — May is absolute peak season

Expect traffic jams near Shimla, Manali, and Mussoorie on weekends

Start early morning to avoid highway congestion — leave Delhi by 4-5 AM

Carry light cotton clothes with one warm layer for hill station evenings

AC is essential for plains travel — temperatures cross 40°C in Delhi, Agra, Jaipur

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FAQ

FAQs for May Travel

For quick getaways: Mussoorie (6 hrs, ₹3,999). For families: Nainital (7 hrs, ₹4,999). For adventure: Manali (12 hrs, ₹5,999). For peace: Dalhousie (11 hrs, ₹5,999). All are significantly cooler than Delhi’s 40°C+ heat. Call 7668570551 to book.

Rohtang Pass typically opens in mid-May (exact date depends on snowfall and BRO clearance). The Atal Tunnel to Sissu is open year-round. We monitor pass status daily. Our Manali packages include Rohtang/Atal Tunnel day trips.

Book at least 3-4 weeks in advance. Weekend availability fills up quickly. For long weekends (around Buddha Purnima), book a month ahead. Triveni Cabs guarantees your booking once confirmed — no last-minute cancellations.

The Shimla-Spiti route via Kinnaur starts opening in late April/May. The Manali-Spiti route (via Rohtang/Kunzum) usually opens in June. Our 4x4 vehicles handle Spiti roads well. 7-day Spiti circuit from ₹15,999.

Skip crowded Shimla/Manali and try: Chopta-Tungnath (Uttarakhand), Mukteshwar (near Nainital), Chail (near Shimla), Bir Billing (Himachal), or Lansdowne (Uttarakhand). These are peaceful, scenic, and uncrowded.

Round trip from Delhi: Sedan ₹11,999, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) ₹15,999. This includes driver stay, toll, and parking. Trip duration is typically 4-5 days. Call 7668570551 for exact quotes.

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