5 Days in Manāli: Adventure, Culture, and Delicious Food

Deepak Rajput

15 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey to Manāli and experience the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and mouthwatering cuisine. From skiing at Solang Ropeway to exploring ancient temples and indulging in authentic pizza, this itinerary will leave you mesmerized. Get ready for an unforgettable trip!

Trip to Manāli

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Skiing, Temples, and Pizza Delights

$22

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Motorcycle themed lifestyle cafe with a comprehensive menu for varied palates.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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15 - 18 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

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

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2Monastery Serenity, Temple Wonders, and Cultural Immersion

$21

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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4 - 6 min

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

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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14 - 17 min

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

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

20 - 24 min

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

11:15 AM - 1:15 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$12

8 - 11 min

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

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Street Food Delights, Waterfalls, and Nature's Abode

$23

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

76 - 92 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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42 - 51 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

87 - 105 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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2 - 3 min

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

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 4Wilderness Adventure and International Flavors

$18

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

148 - 178 min

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

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 5Scenic Beauty, Spiritual Bliss, and Culinary Delights

$24

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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108 - 130 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$12

113 - 136 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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1 - 2 min

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

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Budget breakdown: $108 In total

Activities & Food:$108