The number of days you should plan for your trip to Kullu is 3-5 days. However, the number of days required for your Kullu trip depends on the places you want to visit, activities you want to include and for how many days you would like to enjoy a stress-free vacation.

The nearest major airport for Kullu is Bhuntar Airport (also referred to as Kullu-Manali Airport), situated at a distance of 10 km away from Kullu.

The nearest major train station for Kullu is Joginder Nagar Railway Station, situated at a distance 95 km away from Kullu.

The primary mode of transportations to reach Kullu includes the following:

• By air: Bhuntar Airport (also referred to as Kullu-Manali Airport), situated at a distance of 10 km away from Kullu.
• By train: Joginder Nagar Railway Station, situated at a distance 95 km away from Kullu.
• By roadways: Private and state buses to Kullu are available from major destinations of India like Delhi and Chandigarh.
• By private car: Tourists can also take their car to visit Kullu as the roads are good.

Following are some of the main festivals held in Kullu:

• Doongri Festival which is celebrated in Hadimba Devi temple, dedicated to Goddess Hadimba.
• Kullu Dussehra, is celebrated for a week-long and includes procession of deities.
• Fagli Festival is celebrated in the villages and comprises of folk traditions.
• Birshu Festival is a traditional festival wherein the community gathers and the locals wear traditional dress.
• Sazo Festival is a spiritual ritual wherein the ancestors are worshipped.
• Makar Sankranti is a festival in which the sun God is worshipped, and is accompanied with kite flying.
• Lohri Festival it is a harvest festival celebrated with bonfire and with the community together.
• Baisakhi Festival is a spring harvesting festival accompanies with dance and music.
• Phagli Festival is a winter festival, accompanied by mask dance and performance of rituals.
• Buddh Purnima is the birthday of Lord Buddha and celebration of enlightenment.

Manikaran, Great Himalayan National Park, Bijli Mahadev Temple, Raghunath Temple, Naggar castle, Tirthan Valley, Malana, Solang Valley

Common dishes which the tourists in Kullu should try include Siddu, Babru, Dham, Chana Madra, Kullu Trout Fish, Patande, and Tudkiya Bhath. And the poplar restaurants include Valley View Restaurant, Cafe Evergreen, Dham Cafe, and Amigo’s Cafe Kullu.

Types of accommodation available in Kullu to enjoy a stay according to your budget, starting from luxury resorts, dormitory, boutique hotels, guesthouses, backpacker hostels, lodges to homestays.

Yes, you can easily visit the different places in Kullu with public transportation.

The transportation options available in Kullu include local taxis, auto rickshaws for short distances, rental bikes and scooters. The state buses also run to nearby towns in Himachal Pradesh. Jeep service is also available to popular destinations like Naggar, Solang Valley, etc.

The local dialect of the region is pahari, but people also speak Hindi.

The best time to visit Kullu is from March to June and from September last to November, when the weather conditions are favorable. Those who love the snow can visit from December to February. Avoid traveling during the monsoon season due to heavy rainfall and landslides.

River Rafting in Beas River, Trekking, Dip at Hot Springs at Manikaran, Shopping, Adventure sports in Solang Valley, Wildlife Spotting, Visit local villages, etc.

It is one of the breathtakingly beautiful vacation destinations for honeymooners, solo travelers, group travelers, traveling with friends and family, office trip, etc. Anyone who wishes to be close to nature and visit mesmerizingly beautiful places should visit Kullu.