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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Himachal in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    30 minutes (13.6 km) from Jubbarhatti Airport

    In the morning, visit the Viceregal Lodge, then stroll around The Ridge in the afternoon. In the evening, explore the Mall Road for shopping and local street food.

  2. Day 2: Kufri
    40 minutes (16.5 km) from Shimla

    Start your day with some adventure sports at Kufri Fun World. In the afternoon, visit the Himalayan Nature Park and Indira Tourist Park. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Manali
    7 hours (250 km) from Kufri

    Take a morning bus ride to Manali. Explore the Hadimba Temple and Manu Temple in the afternoon. Take a walk at Mall Road in the evening and enjoy local food.

  4. Day 4: Solang Valley
    30 minutes (13 km) from Manali

    Enjoy paragliding and zorbing in the morning at Solang Valley. In the afternoon, visit the Rohtang Pass for snow activities and scenic beauty. Head back to Manali by evening.

  5. Day 5: Dharamshala
    8 hours (240 km) from Solang Valley

    Take a morning bus to Dharamshala. Visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and Bhagsu Waterfall in the afternoon. Enjoy local Tibetan cuisine in the evening.

  6. Day 6: McLeod Ganj
    20 minutes (9 km) from Dharamshala

    Take a morning walk to Triund Hill for a panoramic view of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the St. John in the Wilderness Church and Tsuglagkhang Complex. Explore the local markets in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Dalhousie
    5 hours (120 km) from McLeod Ganj

    Take a morning bus to Dalhousie. Visit the Khajjiar Lake and Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary in the afternoon. Enjoy amazing views from Dainkund Peak in the evening.

Recommendations

Consider visiting Manikaran, Bir Billing, Kasol and Tirthan Valley. For a side trip, you can take a toy train from Shimla to Kalka. Make sure to pack warm clothes, gloves and caps; and carry enough cash as most places do not accept cards. Also, try local street food and shop for handicrafts.

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