3-Day Honeymoon Itinerary in Manali

  1. Day 1: Hadimba Devi Temple, Solang Valley and Mall Road
    Hadimba Devi Temple: 10 minutes (2.2 km) from Manali, opens at 8:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM

    Start your day by visiting the Hadimba Devi Temple, an ancient temple surrounded by Cedar forest offering a sense of peace and tranquillity. Next stop is the Solang Valley, which is popular for adventure sports such as paragliding, skiing, and zorbing. In the evening, spend time in the popular Mall Road and shop for souvenirs, handicrafts, and local goods, or just enjoy the local food and cultural activities.

  2. Day 2: Rohtang Pass, Beas Kund & Jogini Waterfall
    Rohtang Pass: 2 hours 30 minutes (52.5 km) from Manali, opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM

    Today you will travel to the famous Rohtang Pass, located at an elevation of 3,978 meters. You can enjoy activities like skiing, sledging, and snowman building. Next, visit the Beas Kund and trek to the origin of the Beas river. End your day by visiting the striking Jogini Waterfall, located amidst green meadows and surrounded by picturesque mountains.

  3. Day 3: Naggar Castle and Manikaran Gurudwara
    Naggar Castle: 1 hour (21 km) from Manali, opens at 10:00 AM and closes at 5:00 PM
    Manikaran Gurudwara: 2 hours 20 minutes (80 km) from Manali, open 24 hours

    Begin your day by visiting the ancient and famous Naggar Castle, which is a perfect blend of Himalayan and European architecture. Don't forget to take pictures at the fort's viewpoint that offers the breathtaking view of the Manali valley. Next, visit the Manikaran Gurudwara, a sacred place of Sikhs and Hindus located at the banks of the Parvati river, famous for hot springs and langar (a free meal for visitors). End your day with a relaxing dip in the hot springs.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hadimba Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Solang Valley (3 hours, INR 600 for skiing)
  • Mall Road (2 hours, shopping expenses only)
  • Rohtang Pass (5 hours, INR 500 for permit and INR 800 for pony ride)
  • Beas Kund (4 hours, free)
  • Jogini Waterfall (2 hours, free)
  • Naggar Castle (2 hours, INR 15 for Indian citizens and INR 50 for foreigners)
  • Manikaran Gurudwara (4 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,965 per person

Useful Tips

For those who have more days to spare, you can include a visit to the fascinating Manu temple and the Vashisht Kund hot water springs. If you have less time, consider skipping Beas Kund to save time, or Rohtang Pass if it's closed due to weather conditions. It is also advisable to carry warm clothes and sunscreen, especially for Rohtang Pass.

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