7-Day Adventure Trip to Himachal, Chandigarh, McLeod Ganj, and Dharamshala

  1. Day 1: Chandigarh - The City Beautiful
    Estimated time/distance from starting point: 0 minutes

    Visit the Rock Garden, stroll in Sukhna Lake, take a tour of the Rose Garden, and explore the colorful Sector-17 Market.

  2. Day 2: McLeod Ganj - The Land of the Dalai Lama
    Estimated time/distance from previous location: 4 hours (144 km)

    Experience the spirituality of the region by visiting the iconic Tsuglagkhang Complex and Bhagsunag Temple. Take a walking tour of the quaint town, try local Tibetan cuisine, and bask in the serenity of Triund Hill.

  3. Day 3: Dharamshala - The Abode of the Dalai Lama
    Estimated time/distance from previous location: 15 minutes (5.5 km)

    Visit the holy Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) and learn about Tibetan art and culture at the Norbulingka Institute.

  4. Day 4: Dharamshala - Adventure Day
    Estimated time/distance from previous location: 10 minutes (3 km)

    Enjoy a thrilling trek to Indrahar Pass, paragliding in Bir Billing or go off-roading at Barot Valley.

  5. Day 5: Himachal Pradesh - The Land of Hills and Valleys
    Estimated time/distance from previous location: 4 hours (121 km)

    Take a scenic drive to the picturesque Prashar Lake and appreciate the beauty of nature at Jogini falls.

  6. Day 6: Kullu and Manali - The Adventure Playground of Himachal
    Estimated time/distance from previous location: 4 hours (140 km)

    Try river rafting in the Beas River, skiing at Solang Valley, and enjoy scenic views from the Rohtang Pass.

  7. Day 7: Manali - Goodbye Himachal
    Estimated time/distance from previous location: 2 hours (82 km)

    Take a tour of the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary, explore the Old Manali Market, and end your trip with a memorable ride on the famous Kullu-Manali Rohtang Pass Highway.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Rock Garden (1-2 hours, INR 40-80)
  • Bhagsunag Temple (1-2 hours, Free Entry)
  • Tsuglagkhang Complex (1-2 hours, Free Entry)
  • Triund Hill (6-7 hours trek, INR 700-1000)
  • Indrahar Pass Trek (10-11 hours trek, INR 2000-2500)
  • Paragliding in Bir Billing (1 hour, INR 2000-2500)
  • River Rafting in Beas River (2-3 hours, INR 1500-2000)
  • Skiing at Solang Valley (2-3 hours, INR 800-1200)
  • Manali Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 50-100)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 10290-13780/person

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, add a visit to the Roerich Art Gallery in Naggar, explore the historic Shimla town, or go camping at the scenic Kasol Valley. If you have less time, skip the Prashar Lake and Jogini falls.

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