7-Day Relaxation Itinerary for Manali

1. Day 1: Visit Hadimba Temple
   20 minutes (2.1 miles) from Manali centre

   Surrounded by cedar forests, this 16th century temple is dedicated to Hidimbi Devi, the wife of Bhima, and offers a serene atmosphere for exploration.

2. Day 2: Stroll in Van Vihar National Park
   10 minutes (0.5 miles) from Hadimba Temple

   Enjoy a walk or a boat ride in this lush green park with a vast variety of deodar trees.

3. Day 3: Explore the Solang Valley
   30 minutes (8.1 miles) from Van Vihar National Park

   Experience paragliding, zorbing and ski activities in the alluring mountains of Solang valley.

4. Day 4: Visit Manu Temple
   15 minutes (3.5 miles) from Solang Valley

   Discover the temple of one of the greatest Indian sages, Sage Manu, and immerse yourself in ancient architectural beauty of this temple.

5. Day 5: Hot water springs at Vashisht
   20 minutes (3.3 km) from Manu Temple

   Relax in the hot sulphur water springs of Vashisht surrounded by tranquil beauty of the valley and ancient stone temples.

6. Day 6: Enjoy in the snow at Rohtang Pass
   50 minutes (31.5 km) from Vashisht

   Experience the snow and glacial vistas of Rohtang Pass amongst the mighty Himalayas with thrilling snow activities.

7. Day 7: Visit Naggar Castle
   40 minutes (9.7 km) from Rohtang Pass

   Explore this ancient wall castle built by Raja Sidh Singh, preserved with a stunning mix of Himalayan and European architecture.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Hadimba Temple (1 hour, free)
• Van Vihar National Park (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
• Solang Valley (4 hours, INR 5000 for paragliding, INR 2000 for zorbing and skiing)
• Manu Temple (1 hour, free)
• Vashisht Hot Water Springs (2 hours, free)
• Rohtang Pass (6 hours, INR 2500 per taxi)
• Naggar Castle (1.5 hours, INR 30 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 7530 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit Sheikh Saali’s shrine at Jagatsukh, a picnic at Jana Waterfall and a walk through the Old Manali town. With less time, eliminate Rohtang Pass and add meditation at the Himalayan Nyingmapa Buddhist Temple and get refreshed at the Jogini Waterfall.