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🏔️ Journey to Manāli: A Himalayan Adventure 🚀

Pramod Paratabadi

17 Jan 2024

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Embark on an exhilarating 8-day expedition to Manāli, where ancient marvels meet breathtaking landscapes. Discover hidden temples, majestic waterfalls, and cultural wonders. Ski down snowy slopes, immerse in local traditions, and indulge in mouthwatering delicacies. Get ready for an unforgettable Himalayan adventure!

Trip to Manāli

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Sacred Temples and a Taste of Italy

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$22

Anjani Mahadev Mandir

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

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Nehru Kund

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

9:15 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Hot Water Spring

Sulfurous hot springs at Vashisht Temple featuring bathing pools for both men & women.

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Ghatotkach Tree Temple

Traditional pagoda-style Hindu temple with an intricate wood facade in lush, forested surrounds.

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Little Italy, Old

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

Day 2Skiing Thrills and Cultural Immersion

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$21

Solang Ropeway & Ski Center

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

34 - 41 min

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Directions

Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art

Small museum showcasing Himachal heritage with various traditional objects & building models.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$3

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Satya Sagar Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$18

Day 3Chasing Waterfalls and Divine Blessings

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$3

Jogini Falls

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

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Himalayan Nyinmapa Buddhist Monastery

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

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$3

82 - 99 min

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Directions

Bijli Mahadev Temple

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

11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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Free

Day 4Conquering the Majestic Rohtang La

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$34

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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$12

117 - 141 min

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Directions

Rocky's Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

Day 5Amusement Park Fun and Spiritual Serenity

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$22

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

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Directions

Vashishtha Temple

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Byke Hotel

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

Day 6Exploring the Untamed Wilderness of Pin Valley

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$0

Pin Valley National Park

Expansive mountain park featuring peaks, valleys & Himalayan cedars, plus Buddhist monasteries.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Nature's Bliss and Ancient Mysteries

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$25

Van Vihar National Park

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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$3

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Hadimba Devi Temple

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Little Italy, Old

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$22

Day 8A Day of Serendipity and Farewell to Manāli

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$0

Budget breakdown: $126 In total

Activities & Food:$126