10 Days in Manāli: A Journey to the Heart of Himāchal Pradesh

Vishnu Patel

15 Nov 2023

Experience the beauty and culture of Manāli on this 10-day itinerary. From ancient temples to stunning natural landscapes, immerse yourself in the charm of this Indian town.

Trip to Manāli

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

$148

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 17 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$25

7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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10 - 15 min

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

11:45 AM - 12:30 PM

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4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$65

2 - 3 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$45

Day 2

$147

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

28 - 34 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

15 - 18 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

11 - 14 min

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National park in a tree-filled riverfront setting with a variety of animals in natural habitats.

11:15 AM - 12:45 PM

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6 - 9 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$45

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$65

Day 3

$130

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$40

52 - 77 min

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Elaborate Hindu temple made out of wood, featuring sacred hot spring baths.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

96 - 116 min

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

42 - 51 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$45

9 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$45

Day 4

$115

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

14 - 17 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

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$45

Day 5

$130

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$25

10 - 15 min

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$55

2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$50

Day 6

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

520 - 624 min

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Expansive mountain park featuring peaks, valleys & Himalayan cedars, plus Buddhist monasteries.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7

$140

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$45

29 - 35 min

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

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$55

18 - 22 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Day 8

$165

Hotel smugglers

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$30

118 - 142 min

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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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$30

93 - 112 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$65

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $974 In total

Activities & Food:$974