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🌄 Blissful Himalayan Journey 🏔️

Harsh Tiwari

Harsh Tiwari

14 Jan 2024

Embark on a 9-day adventure through the serene landscapes of Rishīkesh, Shimla, and Manāli. Discover ancient temples, picturesque valleys, and thrilling activities. Get ready for a soul-stirring experience in the lap of the majestic Himalayas!

Trip to Rishīkesh

Day 1Temples & Tranquility in Rishīkesh
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$0

Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Mountainside temple & mythological site where the Hindu deity Shiva consumed poison from the sea.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
65 - 78 min

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Triveni Ghat
Elaborate statues & other structures line this spiritual site on the banks of the Ganges River.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Beatles Vibes & Suspension Bridges
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$20

The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh
Ashram where the pop band once stayed in the ’60s, now featuring Beatles art & graffiti.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
8 - 10 min

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Lakshman Jhula
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
Day 3Spiritual Retreat at Parmarth Niketan Ashram
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$40

Parmarth Niketan Ashram
Spacious Himalayan ashram with lush gardens, offering courses in yoga, meditation & Ayurveda.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$40

Budget breakdown: $167 In total

Activities & Food:$161
Transport:$6

Trip to Shimla

Day 1Temples & Tranquility in Rishīkesh
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$32

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$ 2

Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo
Scenic mountaintop Hindu temple with a massive sculpture of Lord Hanumaan & many wild monkeys.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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$4
32 - 39 min

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Viceregal Lodge
This palatial former summer home of British viceroys, now a government office, offers guided tours.
9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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$28
Day 2Beatles Vibes & Suspension Bridges
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$25

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$ 2

Kufri Fun World
Large, year-round theme park offering rides, adventure sports & snow activities in winter.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
33 - 40 min

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Christ Church, Shimla
Neo-Gothic-style church in scenic, romantic surrounds with stained glass & a pipe organ.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
Day 3Spiritual Retreat at Parmarth Niketan Ashram
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$20

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$ 2

Himalayan Nature Park Kufri
Zoo housing Himalayan species such as snow leopards & brown bears in a forested setting.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$10
44 - 53 min

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Army Heritage Museum
Cozy museum space offering educational displays on national army history, with weapons & uniforms.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$10

Budget breakdown: $167 In total

Activities & Food:$161
Transport:$6

Trip to Manāli

Day 1Temples & Tranquility in Rishīkesh
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$0

Vashishtha Temple
Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Hadimba Devi Temple
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 2Beatles Vibes & Suspension Bridges
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$0

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
Day 3Spiritual Retreat at Parmarth Niketan Ashram
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$24

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
83 - 100 min

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Rohtang La
This well-known hiking & driving pass with Himalayas views can be treacherous depending on weather.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $167 In total

Activities & Food:$161
Transport:$6