7 Days of Adventure in Shimla and Manāli

Ahan Chatterjee

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the scenic landscapes of Shimla and Manāli. Experience the adrenaline rush at amusement parks, explore ancient temples, and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Shimla

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Fun and Nature in Kufri

$35

$ 2

Large, year-round theme park offering rides, adventure sports & snow activities in winter.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

9 - 11 min

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Zoo housing Himalayan species such as snow leopards & brown bears in a forested setting.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

Day 2Delightful Attractions in Shimla

$30

$ 2

Amusement park featuring zip-lines, rides, a cinema, a restaurant, an art gallery, crafts & more.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$15

33 - 40 min

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Neo-Gothic-style church in scenic, romantic surrounds with stained glass & a pipe organ.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Bustling paved promenade with a no-cars policy lined with shops, cafes & historic architecture.

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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8 - 12 min

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Circa-1845 hilltop temple accessible by stairs & popular for picturesque mountain views.

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

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$10

Day 3Wildlife and Heritage in Chail

$47

$ 4

Viewing of wildlife like birds & monkeys is a popular activity at this large, forested preserve.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

82 - 99 min

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Scenic mountaintop Hindu temple with a massive sculpture of Lord Hanumaan & many wild monkeys.

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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32 - 39 min

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This palatial former summer home of British viceroys, now a government office, offers guided tours.

11:15 AM - 12:45 PM

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$28

Budget breakdown: $158 In total

Activities & Food:$151

Transport:$7

Trip to Manāli

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Fun and Nature in Kufri

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

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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 2Delightful Attractions in Shimla

$29

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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$24

104 - 125 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

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Day 3Wildlife and Heritage in Chail

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

15 - 18 min

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Him Valley Amusement & Cultural Park, Manali

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

9:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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

11:45 AM - 1:45 PM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

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Day 4Majestic Temples and Cultural Delights

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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23 - 28 min

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

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $158 In total

Activities & Food:$151

Transport:$7