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5 Days in Manāli: Adventure in the Himalayas

Yatin Jain

Yatin Jain

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the majestic landscapes of Manāli. Discover ancient temples, immerse in local culture, and experience the adrenaline rush of skiing and ropeway rides. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Himalayas!

Trip to Manāli

Day 1Temples, Springs, and Monasteries
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$5

Anjani Mahadev Mandir
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
13 - 16 min

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Nehru Kund
Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Hot Water Spring
Sulfurous hot springs at Vashisht Temple featuring bathing pools for both men & women.
10:15 AM - 11:15 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.
11:45 AM - 1:45 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
Small museum showcasing Himachal heritage with various traditional objects & building models.
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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$3
10 - 15 min

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Himalayan Nyinmapa Buddhist Monastery
Buddhist temple housing historic & cultural exhibits as well as a meditation centre & souvenir shop.
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
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$3
37 - 45 min

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Panduropa
Himalayan viewing point accessed by a day trek, known for spring blooms, nearby lakes & peak vistas.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Exploring the Local Bazaar and Riverside
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$0

Manali Bazaar
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
21 - 32 min

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Ghatotkach Tree Temple
Traditional pagoda-style Hindu temple with an intricate wood facade in lush, forested surrounds.
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Manalsu River
Scenic river through Old Manali, with paths alongside, nearby accommodations & fly fishing.
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Solang Ropeway & Ski Center
Winter mountain resort offering ski slopes, paragliding, ATV rides & snowmobiling trails.
12:15 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
Day 3Conquer the Rohtang Pass and Enjoy Amusement Park
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$12

Rohtang La
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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$12
107 - 129 min

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Jogini Falls
This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Him Valley Amusement & Cultural Park, Manali
Amusement park backdropped by mountains offering simple rides, cultural performances & a food court.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Spiritual Sites and Nature's Abode
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$3

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
9 - 11 min

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10:30 AM - 11:30 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.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$3
81 - 98 min

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Bijli Mahadev Temple
Storied Shiva temple on a mountain, offering expansive vistas of the valley & town.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Wildlife Safari in the Himalayan National Parks
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$0

Pin Valley National Park
Expansive mountain park featuring peaks, valleys & Himalayan cedars, plus Buddhist monasteries.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
761 - 914 min

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Great Himalayan National Park
Sprawling national park with diverse plant & animal species in a scenic, high-altitude setting.
12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $20 In total

Activities & Food:$20