Himalayan Adventure: Manāli & Jammu

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3 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Manāli and Jammu. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit ancient temples, witness majestic waterfalls, and explore stunning national parks. Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping adventure amidst the Himalayas!

Trip to Manāli

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Temples and Adventure in Manāli

Hindu temple in the Solang Valley featuring a seasonal waterfall, accessible by horse or walking.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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Free

Winter mountain resort offering ski slopes, paragliding, ATV rides & snowmobiling trails.

9:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

Directions

Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.

12:45 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

Day 2Majestic Falls and Sacred Temples

This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

21 - 26 min

Directions

This 1500s Hindu temple built of wood in a cedar forest has intricate carvings & a shrine.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Thrills and Cultural Delights

Him Valley Amusement & Cultural Park, Manali

Amusement park backdropped by mountains offering simple rides, cultural performances & a food court.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

Directions

Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

10 - 12 min

Directions

Buddhist temple housing historic & cultural exhibits as well as a meditation centre & souvenir shop.

1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

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Day 4Temples and Nature's Grandeur

Storied Shiva temple on a mountain, offering expansive vistas of the valley & town.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

117 - 141 min

Directions

Sprawling national park with diverse plant & animal species in a scenic, high-altitude setting.

9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Parks and Alpine Beauty

$44

National park in a tree-filled riverfront setting with a variety of animals in natural habitats.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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109 - 131 min

Directions

This well-known hiking & driving pass with Himalayas views can be treacherous depending on weather.

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $164 In total

Activities & Food:$152

Transport:$12

Trip to Jammu

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Temples and Adventure in Manāli

$15

$ 6

Built in 1632, this white-marble Mughal pavilion features colored stone inlays & mirror mosaics.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

298 - 358 min

Directions

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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Sprawling palace complex, parts of which date to 1824, that mixes Rajasthani & European styles.

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

Day 2Majestic Falls and Sacred Temples

$12

$ 3

Leafy park near a river, known for shady trees & blossoms, plus a canal, a playground & a temple.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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13 - 16 min

Directions

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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Day 3Thrills and Cultural Delights

$23

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$23

Day 4Temples and Nature's Grandeur

$30

Stately museum & former royal palace with fine art, antique books & a gold throne.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$30

12 - 17 min

Directions

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

Day 5Parks and Alpine Beauty

$ 3

Tiny zoo with species such as crocodiles, cobras, deer & tigers in old-school enclosures.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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14 - 17 min

Directions

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

Day 6Royal Palaces and Serene Parks

$15

Large, historic Hindu temple built in 1883 with an 8-ft. stone lingam representing Shiva.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$15

8 - 12 min

Directions

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $164 In total

Activities & Food:$152

Transport:$12