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7 Days in Manāli: A Journey through Himalayan Beauty

Haripriya Narayanan

Haripriya Narayanan

18 Nov 2023

Embark on a mesmerizing 7-day adventure in Manāli, Himāchal Pradesh, India. Explore ancient monasteries, national parks, cultural attractions, and breathtaking landscapes.

Day 1
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$7

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Himalayan Nyinmapa Buddhist Monastery
Buddhist temple housing historic & cultural exhibits as well as a meditation centre & souvenir shop.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
$6
27 - 33 min

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Anjani Mahadev Mandir
Hindu temple in the Solang Valley featuring a seasonal waterfall, accessible by horse or walking.
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
29 - 35 min

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Vashishtha Temple
Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 2
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$0

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

518 - 622 min

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Pin Valley National Park
Expansive mountain park featuring peaks, valleys & Himalayan cedars, plus Buddhist monasteries.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 3
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$0

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

164 - 197 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
Free
Day 4
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$7

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 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.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$6
15 - 18 min

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Hadimba Devi Temple
This 1500s Hindu temple built of wood in a cedar forest has intricate carvings & a shrine.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 5
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$7

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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Nehru Kund
Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
14 - 17 min

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Solang Ropeway & Ski Center
Winter mountain resort offering ski slopes, paragliding, ATV rides & snowmobiling trails.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
34 - 41 min

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Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
Small museum showcasing Himachal heritage with various traditional objects & building models.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$6
Day 6
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$0

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Jogini Falls
This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 7
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$30

Sterling Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

112 - 135 min

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Rohtang La
This well-known hiking & driving pass with Himalayas views can be treacherous depending on weather.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$30

Budget breakdown: $49 In total

Activities & Food:$49