✈️🏔️ 6 Days in Manāli: Adventure in the Himalayas

Dhruv Valand

7 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Manāli. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Tibetan Market, visit ancient temples, savor delicious local cuisine, and explore the wonders of nature. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the lap of the Himalayas!

Trip to Manāli

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Street Food Delights and Cultural Immersion

$45

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

42 - 51 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

80 - 96 min

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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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5 - 8 min

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$12

40 - 48 min

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Himalayan viewing point accessed by a day trek, known for spring blooms, nearby lakes & peak vistas.

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

41 - 50 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

Day 2Temples, Hot Springs, and Folk Art

$49

Motorcycle themed lifestyle cafe with a comprehensive menu for varied palates.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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14 - 17 min

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Hindu temple in the Solang Valley featuring a seasonal waterfall, accessible by horse or walking.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

14 - 17 min

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Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Sulfurous hot springs at Vashisht Temple featuring bathing pools for both men & women.

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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12:45 PM - 2:15 PM

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$24

10 - 15 min

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

2:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Small museum showcasing Himachal heritage with various traditional objects & building models.

4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

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12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 3Monasteries, River Views, and Mountain Thrills

$49

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

4 - 6 min

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

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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22 - 33 min

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Traditional pagoda-style Hindu temple with an intricate wood facade in lush, forested surrounds.

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Scenic river through Old Manali, with paths alongside, nearby accommodations & fly fishing.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

25 - 30 min

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

2:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

30 - 36 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$12

Day 4Waterfalls, Mountain Pass, and Italian Delights

$52

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

13 - 16 min

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This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

100 - 120 min

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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

117 - 141 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$12

7 - 10 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Day 5Peaceful Cafes and Amusement Park Fun

$24

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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11 - 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.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 6Discover the Pristine Beauty of 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

Budget breakdown: $219 In total

Activities & Food:$219