7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Manali, Spiti, and Kasol

  1. Day 1: Manali
    Arrive at Manali (Bhuntar airport), get a rental car (2 hours driving from the airport to Manali), and check in at the hotel/resort.

    Explore the beautiful town of Manali, visit the Hadimba Temple and do some adventure activities like paragliding, rafting, snow scooters, ziplining, and quad biking.

  2. Day 2: Manali to Spiti Valley
    5-6 hour road trip (approximately 200 km) from Manali to Spiti Valley via Rohtang Pass. Start early to visit the pass before it gets too crowded.

    Visit the ancient Key Monastery and Tabo Monastery. Experience the Chandratal Lake and do some camping.

  3. Day 3: Spiti Valley Exploration
    Explore the stunning natural beauty of Spiti Valley by car or motorbike (depending on preference) and enjoy the scenic landscape.

    Visit the Komic Village, Langza Village, and Hikkim Village. Hike to the Dhankar Lake and visit the Dhankar Monastery.

  4. Day 4: Spiti Valley to Kasol
    8-9 hour drive from Spiti to Kasol. Make stops at picturesque towns like Kaza, and sightseeing at Keylong and Jispa.

    Explore the hippie town of Kasol, walk along the Parvati River, and indulge in delicious Israeli food.

  5. Day 5: Kasol to Kheerganga Trek
    Take a one-hour drive from Kasol to Bharsheni, then a 9-km trek to Kheerganga (approximately 4-6 hours). Make sure to carry enough water and snacks.

    Soak in the beautiful natural hot springs of Kheerganga and step into the panoramic view of Parvati valley. Overnight stay in tents/hutments.

  6. Day 6: Kasol to Tosh Village
    Drive for 2 hours from Kasol to Barsheni and trek for another 4 km to reach Tosh Village.

    Explore the rustic and quiet Tosh village. Visit the Tosh Village waterfall and enjoy a cup of tea while chilling at any café and views the mountain range.

  7. Day 7: Departure from Delhi
    Drive back to Bhuntar/ Kullu airport to board your flight back to Delhi.

    Catch the flight with the memories of a lifetime experience of the majestic mountains, valleys, monasteries, and hot springs of Manali, Spiti, and Kasol.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Paragliding in Manali (30 min, 2000 INR)
  • Rafting in Manali (1 hour, 1500 INR)
  • Snow Scooter in Manali (30 min, 500 INR)
  • Ziplining in Manali (1 hour, 1200 INR)
  • Quad biking in Manali (30 min, 700 INR)
  • Hiring a bike in Manali (cost varies depending on the bike)
  • Camping at Chandratal Lake (1500 INR per person)
  • Hot springs at Kheerganga (free)
  • Trekking guide (2000-3000 INR per day)
  • Transportation: Rental car (3000-5000 INR per day)
  • Accommodations and food (cost varies depending on preference)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ~ INR 30,000-35,000 ($400-500) per person (excluding flights)

Useful Tips

For those with more time, exploring the beautiful town of Manali and surrounding areas is a great option. If time permits, visit Naggar and explore the Naggar Castle, Jana waterfall, and Rozy Falls. From Manali, visit Solang Valley for skiing, cable car ride, and other adventure activities.

For those with less time, you can reduce the number of days spent in Spiti Valley or Kasol. Another alternative is to skip Tosh village and return to Manali earlier or extend your stay at Kheerganga.

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