Dharamshala is a better option as it not as popular Manali. Manali is almost on every travellers wishlist whereas few bother to list Dharamshala, not knowing that Dharamshala is as good an opportunity option as Manali. So, go for Dharamshala and enjoy a hassle free holiday.
Acc to me choose the following itinerary Chandigarh->Mandi(Prashar Lake trek-1Day)->Parvati valley(Malana,Kasol,Tosh,Kheerganga trek -check the budget blog on my profile)->Manali..
If you want to experience snow, you can head to Manali, there has been fresh snowfall in Rohtang and Solang. if you are looking for something different and peaceful head to Dalhousie or Dharamshala. don't go to Shimla its way to crowded.
Hey Tania,
I'll be straight to the point.
Manali : - Perfect combination of scenic hills and adventure activities (rafting, camping, trekking, camping, paragliding etc) , so if you are nature (especially snow in winter) lover and like to try out new adventure activities manali is the place. Dalhousie : - If you like to see distant mountain views from your hotel window or like to camp in pine-clad valleys away from all the hustle and bustle dalhousie is the place. Dharamshala : - Picturesque surroundings , tranquility , buddhism and lots of good cafe if any of these interests you then you should go to dharamshala(do not miss out mcleodganj). Shimla : - Not much to see although can explore in one day, so if you have spare day i'll recommend you to visit it on your way back from manali. i hope i made it more sorted for you to decide on your own !
Happy travelling ?
Hello Tania, I'll be happy to answer your travel queries from my experience ☺️.
*winter is the perfect time to visit himachal and specifically November will be cold , enjoyable and non crowdy too .
*All the places of your option are amazing and none of them can be missed .I would prefer you to cover all of them like this shimla - manali manali - dharmshala
dharmashala - Dalhousie and back . but if you can't afford these long Holiday,I would anyday prefer Dalhousie over any place for a relaxation trip and manali for a crowdy trip .😊
*I have a small suggestion for you, I just checked online and found that there are some great travel deals for Dalhousie available at tripoto itself, do check out this link
https://www.tripoto.com/Dalhousie/tour-packages HAPPY TRAVELS ❤️