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7-Day Adventure in Manāli: Exploring Culture, Nature, and Thrills

Taresh Mehta

Taresh Mehta

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey to Manāli, Himāchal Pradesh, India. Immerse yourself in the rich culture at the Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art, explore the scenic Van Vihar National Park, visit ancient temples like Bijli Mahadev and Vashishtha, shop at Mall Road Market, and indulge in adventure at Rohtang La and Solang Ropeway & Ski Center. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Manāli

Day 1
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$8

Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
Small museum showcasing Himachal heritage with various traditional objects & building models.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$4
13 - 16 min

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Van Vihar National Park
National park in a tree-filled riverfront setting with a variety of animals in natural habitats.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
Day 2
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$0

Bijli Mahadev Temple
Storied Shiva temple on a mountain, offering expansive vistas of the valley & town.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
80 - 96 min

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Mall Road Market Manali
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Vashishtha Temple
Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$4

Himalayan Hikers
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
690 - 828 min

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Manali Bazaar
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Van Vihar
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
Day 4
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$19

Rohtang La
This well-known hiking & driving pass with Himalayas views can be treacherous depending on weather.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
Day 5
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$8

Hadimba Devi Temple
This 1500s Hindu temple built of wood in a cedar forest has intricate carvings & a shrine.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$8
18 - 22 min

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Jogini Falls
This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Nehru Kund
Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Gulaba Viewpoint
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

Solang Ropeway & Ski Center
Winter mountain resort offering ski slopes, paragliding, ATV rides & snowmobiling trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$0

Budget breakdown: $38 In total

Activities & Food:$38