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8 Days of Adventure in Shimla and Manāli

Romil Thakkar

8 Jan 2024

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Embark on an exhilarating journey through the picturesque landscapes of Shimla and Manāli. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit ancient temples, explore bustling markets, and experience thrilling amusement parks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Shimla

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Tibetan Delights and Hilltop Wonders

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$15

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$ 4

Shimla Nature Ville

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Tibetan Refugee Market

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$5

44 - 65 min

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Jakhu Hill

The highest peak in Shimla, featuring an ancient temple, trees & a huge statue of Hindu god Hanuman.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

11 - 16 min

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The Ridge

Bustling paved promenade with a no-cars policy lined with shops, cafes & historic architecture.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$5

Day 2Temples, Castles, and Nature's Beauty

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$39

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$ 7

Shimla Nature Ville

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Kali Bari Temple, Shimla

Circa-1845 hilltop temple accessible by stairs & popular for picturesque mountain views.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Bantony Castle

Colonial-era Maharaja palace with Tudor architecture & expansive grounds, slated to become a museum.

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

19 - 23 min

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Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo

Scenic mountaintop Hindu temple with a massive sculpture of Lord Hanumaan & many wild monkeys.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$4

45 - 54 min

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Himalayan Nature Park Kufri

Zoo housing Himalayan species such as snow leopards & brown bears in a forested setting.

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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$10

Day 3Wildlife Encounters and Amusement Park Thrills

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$55

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$ 6

Shimla Nature Ville

Depart from your stay 🏨

75 - 90 min

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Chail Sanctuary

Viewing of wildlife like birds & monkeys is a popular activity at this large, forested preserve.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

90 - 108 min

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Kufri Fun World

Large, year-round theme park offering rides, adventure sports & snow activities in winter.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

17 - 26 min

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Nagsons Amusement Park Hip Hip Hurray

Amusement park featuring zip-lines, rides, a cinema, a restaurant, an art gallery, crafts & more.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$15

Budget breakdown: $164 In total

Activities & Food:$148

Transport:$16

Trip to Manāli

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Tibetan Delights and Hilltop Wonders

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$5

Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$5

1 - 2 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

4 - 5 min

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Hadimba Devi Temple

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

10:45 AM - 12:45 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Nehru Kund

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

1:15 PM - 1:45 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Anjani Mahadev Mandir

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

2:15 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Temples, Castles, and Nature's Beauty

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$24

Jogini Falls

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

100 - 120 min

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Rohtang La

This well-known hiking & driving pass with Himalayas views can be treacherous depending on weather.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$24

Day 3Wildlife Encounters and Amusement Park Thrills

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$0

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

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Free

12 - 15 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

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Free

Day 4Cultural Immersion and Tranquil Temples

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$10

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

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$5

5 - 8 min

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Himalayan Nyinmapa Buddhist Monastery

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

10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

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$5

13 - 16 min

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Manu Temple, Old Manali

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Solang Ropeway & Ski Center

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

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Waterfalls, Mountain Passes, and Adventure

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$0

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

121 - 146 min

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Bijli Mahadev Temple

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $164 In total

Activities & Food:$148

Transport:$16