Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It's also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass
Kullu Manali Airport is the nearest airport to reach Manali that is approximately 50 km far from city’s heart.
The major railway station is Joginder Nagar Railway Station which is 47 km far from Manali.
The major bus terminal of the city is Manali Bus Depot and connects to Kullu, Chandigarh, Delhi and Ambala.
The best way to discover a city is to take to the road yourself. NH-154 provides a great connectivity to the city.