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9-Day Adventure in Manāli: Explore the Himalayas and Experience Local Culture

Harsh Jariwala

Harsh Jariwala

7 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey to Manāli, Himāchal Pradesh, India. Discover breathtaking views at Gulaba Viewpoint, visit ancient temples like Hadimba Devi Temple, and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Great Himalayan National Park and experience the adrenaline rush of rafting in Manāli. This itinerary is designed for solo travelers seeking adventure and cultural exploration.

Trip to Manāli

Day 1
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$132

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
22 - 27 min

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Vashishtha Temple
Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Gulaba Viewpoint
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Nehru Kund
Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Club house - Craft Gallery Manali
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
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$9
4 - 5 min

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Hadimba Devi Temple
This 1500s Hindu temple built of wood in a cedar forest has intricate carvings & a shrine.
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
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$18
Hadimba Dhabha
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$63
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$163

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Rocky's Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$63
26 - 32 min

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Solang Ropeway & Ski Center
Winter mountain resort offering ski slopes, paragliding, ATV rides & snowmobiling trails.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Van Vihar
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$9
Il Forno
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$91
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$128

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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La Plage
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$56
20 - 24 min

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Jogini Falls
This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
20 - 30 min

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Manali wildlife sanctuary
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$9
The Lazy Dog Lounge
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$63
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
+

$128

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

150 - 180 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
99 - 119 min

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German Bakery And Confectionery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$56
79 - 95 min

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Bijli Mahadev Temple
Storied Shiva temple on a mountain, offering expansive vistas of the valley & town.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Van Vihar National Park
National park in a tree-filled riverfront setting with a variety of animals in natural habitats.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$9
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$63
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
+

$70

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

149 - 179 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Great Himalayan National Park
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
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$70
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$147

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Amigos German Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$63
2 - 3 min

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Activity Manali
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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High Adventure
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Mall Road Market Manali
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Satyam Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$242

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Mount View Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$63
13 - 20 min

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Manali Bazaar
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
86 - 104 min

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RAFTING IN MANALI | HIGH ADVENTURE
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$88
81 - 98 min

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Himalayan Igloo
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$91
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$142

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
108 - 130 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$42
88 - 106 min

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Rohtang La
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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$44
Sagu Valley Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 9
+

$112

Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
86 - 104 min

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Phuntsok café - Tibetan Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$56
111 - 134 min

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Bhrigu Lake
Glacial lake located at an elevation of 4250m in the Himalayas & accessible via trekking routes.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$56
Zostel Homes Shuru (Manali)
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1262 In total

Activities & Food:$1262