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6-Day Itinerary for Manali in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Hadimba Temple
    10 minutes (3.5 km) from Manali

    Morning: Visit the Hadimba Temple, a wooden temple dedicated to Goddess Hadimba, wife of Bhima and mother of Ghatotkacha. The temple is surrounded by cedar trees and is known for its intricate architecture.

    Afternoon: Explore the nearby Van Vihar National Park, a lush green park with deodar trees, a river, and a small lake where you can enjoy boating.

    Evening: Head to the Mall Road for shopping and local food. You can also visit the Tibetan Monastery nearby.

  2. Day 2: Solang Valley
    29 minutes (13.7 km) from Manali

    Morning: Drive to the Solang Valley, a picturesque valley known for adventure activities such as skiing, paragliding, and zorbing. You can also take a ride on the cable car to enjoy the views.

    Afternoon: Visit the Nehru Kund, a natural spring of clean water named after the first Prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru.

    Evening: Spend some time at the Manali Club House, which offers activities such as table tennis, billiards, and video games.

  3. Day 3: Rohtang Pass
    2 hours 34 minutes (63.8 km) from Manali

    Morning: Drive to the Rohtang Pass, a high mountain pass situated at an altitude of 13,050 feet. The pass offers stunning views of the snow-clad mountains and glaciers.

    Afternoon: Visit the Beas Kund, a glacial lake located at the base of a peak named Hanuman Tibba. The lake is believed to be the source of the Beas River.

    Evening: Return to Manali for a relaxing evening at the hotel.

  4. Day 4: Manikaran
    2 hours 20 minutes (79.6 km) from Manali

    Morning: Drive to the Manikaran Sahib, a pilgrimage centre for Sikhs and Hindus located in the Parvati Valley. The place is known for its hot springs and the beautiful Gurudwara.

    Afternoon: Visit the Kulant Pith, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva located near the hot springs.

    Evening: Return to Manali for a relaxing evening at the hotel.

  5. Day 5: Naggar Castle
    31 minutes (14.4 km) from Manali

    Morning: Drive to the Naggar Castle, a historic castle located on a hilltop with beautiful views of the Kullu Valley. The castle has been converted into a heritage hotel and museum.

    Afternoon: Visit the Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery, a small museum dedicated to the Russian artist who settled in the Kullu Valley.

    Evening: Return to Manali for a relaxing evening at the hotel.

  6. Day 6: Great Himalayan National Park
    2 hours 20 minutes (80.8 km) from Manali

    Morning: Drive to the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its diverse flora and fauna. The park offers various trekking routes for nature enthusiasts.

    Afternoon: Visit the Serloskar Lake, a high altitude lake located near the park.

    Evening: Return to Manali for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to rare species such as the Himalayan black bear and snow leopard. You can also take a side trip to the nearby town of Kasol, known for its scenic beauty and Israeli cuisine. To maximize your fun, try out adventure activities such as river rafting and trekking. For any other suggestions, feel free to ask your local tour guide.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hadimba Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Van Vihar National Park (1-2 hours, INR 20 for entry fee)
  • Solang Valley (4-5 hours, INR 500 for cable car ride)
  • Nehru Kund (30 minutes, free)
  • Rohtang Pass (6-7 hours, INR 550 for entry fee)
  • Beas Kund (4-5 hours, free)
  • Manikaran Sahib (6-7 hours, free)
  • Kulant Pith (1-2 hours, free)
  • Naggar Castle (1-2 hours, INR 15 for entry fee)
  • Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery (1-2 hours, INR 50 for entry fee)
  • Great Himalayan National Park (6-7 hours, INR 100 for entry fee)
  • Serloskar Lake (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1235

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