Himalayan Adventure: Shimla & Manāli

Shlok Nalavade

16 Jan 2024

Embark on an 8-day journey through the picturesque landscapes of Shimla and Manāli. Discover the enchanting beauty of the Himalayas, visit ancient temples, experience thrilling adventures, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Himāchal Pradesh, India.

Trip to Shimla

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Viator

Day 1Kufri Fun World - A Thrilling Amusement Park

$44

$ 7

Club Mahindra Resort - Pristine Peaks Naldehra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Depart from your stay 🏨

51 - 62 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$44

Day 2Majestic Views and Spiritual Bliss in Shimla

$25

$ 10

Club Mahindra Resort - Pristine Peaks Naldehra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Depart from your stay 🏨

49 - 59 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$18

40 - 48 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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Day 3Exploring the Historical Viceregal Lodge and Christ Church

$49

$ 10

Club Mahindra Resort - Pristine Peaks Naldehra, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Depart from your stay 🏨

61 - 74 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$49

28 - 34 min

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

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $201 In total

Activities & Food:$177

Transport:$25

Trip to Manāli

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Viator

Day 1Kufri Fun World - A Thrilling Amusement Park

Club Mahindra White Meadows

Depart from your stay 🏨

31 - 38 min

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 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

Day 2Majestic Views and Spiritual Bliss in Shimla

Club Mahindra White Meadows

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 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

Day 3Exploring the Historical Viceregal Lodge and Christ Church

$18

Club Mahindra White Meadows

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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5 - 8 min

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

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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Day 4Adventurous Ropeway Ride and Serene Nehru Kund

$42

Club Mahindra White Meadows

Depart from your stay 🏨

82 - 99 min

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

188 - 226 min

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

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$42

Day 5Ancient Temple Visit and Mesmerizing Jogini Falls

Club Mahindra White Meadows

Depart from your stay 🏨

154 - 185 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

Budget breakdown: $201 In total

Activities & Food:$177

Transport:$25