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8 Days in Manāli: Adventure in the Himalayas

Mattoo Makhija

Mattoo Makhija

17 Jan 2024

Embark on an epic journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Manāli. From exploring ancient marvels to indulging in authentic cuisine, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Himalayas.

Trip to Manāli

Day 1Mount View Restaurant and Mall Road Market Manali
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$73

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Mount View Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$15
7 - 10 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.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$4
9 - 14 min

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Mall Road Market Manali
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Manali Bazaar
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
7 - 10 min

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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 2Pin Valley National Park and Apple Fruit Garden
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$51

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

486 - 584 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
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Free
515 - 618 min

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Apple Fruit Garden
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$27
16 - 20 min

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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 3Great Himalayan National Park and Craft Gallery Manali
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$71

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

148 - 178 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
149 - 179 min

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Himalayan Nyinmapa Buddhist Monastery
Buddhist temple housing historic & cultural exhibits as well as a meditation centre & souvenir shop.
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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$4
13 - 16 min

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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
4 - 6 min

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Club house - Craft Gallery Manali
3:15 PM - 3:45 PM
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$4
18 - 27 min

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Rocky's Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
Day 4Phuntsok café - Tibetan Restaurant and Jogini Falls
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$102

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Phuntsok café - Tibetan Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$24
35 - 42 min

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Panduropa
Himalayan viewing point accessed by a day trek, known for spring blooms, nearby lakes & peak vistas.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
42 - 51 min

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Jogini Falls
This picturesque waterfall in a remote, tranquil setting has shrines below it & is sacred to locals.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Nehru Kund
Visitors can drink at this freshwater spring in a picturesque mountain environment.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Rocky's Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
30 - 36 min

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Anjani Mahadev Mandir
Hindu temple in the Solang Valley featuring a seasonal waterfall, accessible by horse or walking.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Hot Water Spring
Sulfurous hot springs at Vashisht Temple featuring bathing pools for both men & women.
4:15 PM - 5:15 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Rocky's Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
Day 5Bhrigu Lake and Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
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$82

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
42 - 51 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
37 - 45 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
17 - 26 min

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Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
Small museum showcasing Himachal heritage with various traditional objects & building models.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$4
12 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$30
Day 6River Music Restaurant and Solang Ropeway & Ski Center
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$75

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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River Music Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
5 - 8 min

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Manalsu River
Scenic river through Old Manali, with paths alongside, nearby accommodations & fly fishing.
9:00 AM - 10:00 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.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
15 - 22 min

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Ghatotkach Tree Temple
Traditional pagoda-style Hindu temple with an intricate wood facade in lush, forested surrounds.
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 7La Plage and Rohtang La
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$123

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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La Plage
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$27
14 - 17 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
93 - 112 min

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Rohtang La
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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$18
117 - 141 min

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Rocky's Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
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Rocky's Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$39
Day 8Vashishtha Temple and Hadimba Devi Temple
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$66

Manali View Resort - Best hotel in Manali

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
1 - 2 min

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Vashishtha Temple
Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.
9:00 AM - 11:00 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.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
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Little Italy, Old
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24

Budget breakdown: $642 In total

Activities & Food:$642