Mumbai to Shimla Kullu Kasol Manali Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    25 minutes (19.8 km) from Jubbarhatti Airport

    Explore the Christ Church, a beautiful colonial-era church with stunning architecture, and enjoy the scenic views from The Ridge, a popular tourist spot. Stroll through the bustling Mall Road for some souvenir shopping and try some local street food.

  2. Day 2: Kullu
    3.5 hours (130 km) from Shimla

    Visit the centuries-old Raghunath Temple and then head to the River Beas for a relaxing afternoon picnic and water activities like river rafting. End the day with a visit to the Kullu Shawl Factory, known for its traditional weaving techniques.

  3. Day 3: Kasol
    1 hour 15 minutes (40 km) from Kullu

    Spend the day hiking the stunning Kheerganga Trek for unparalleled views of the Himalayas and natural hot springs. Or head to Manikaran Gurudwara, a holy site with hot springs and a langar (community kitchen) where free meals are served.

  4. Day 4: Manali
    1 hour 30 minutes (55 km) from Kasol

    Spend the day like a local by visiting the lively Manali Market for some shopping and trying the local foods like momos and thukpa. Visit the Hidimba Devi Temple, a beautiful ancient temple dedicated to the Hindu deity Hidimba.

  5. Day 5: Manali

    Wrap up the trip with a journey to the snow-capped Rohtang Pass for breathtaking views of the nearby valleys and mountain ranges. Alternatively, visit the Solang Valley for skiing and other winter sports.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Christ Church (1 hour, Free)
  • The Ridge (1 hour, Free)
  • Kullu Shawl Factory (1 hour, Free)
  • River Beas (3 hours, Free)
  • Raghunath Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Kheerganga Trek (5-6 hours, ₹2000 including guide fee)
  • Manikaran Gurudwara (2 hours, Free)
  • Manali Market (2 hours, Free)
  • Hidimba Devi Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Rohtang Pass or Solang Valley (1 day, ₹2000)

  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹4000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a day trip to Kasauli from Shimla or a visit to the serene Tirthan Valley from Kullu. If you have less time, skip Kasol and head straight to Manali for more time to explore the town and its nearby attractions.

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