5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Manali

  1. Day 1: Rohtang Pass
    1 hour and 30 minutes (51.5 km) from Manali town

    Start your trip to Manali with a scenic drive to Rohtang Pass. Witness a beautiful view of snow-capped mountains on the way. The pass also offers adventurous activities like horse riding and skiing.

  2. Day 2: Hadimba Devi Temple and Vashisht Temple
    10 minutes (3.6 km) from Manali town

    Start your day with a visit to the Hadimba Devi Temple, an ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimba Devi, wife of Bhima according to Mahabharata. After that, visit the Vashisht Temple to experience the hot water springs and take a dip in the water with medicinal properties.

  3. Day 3: Solang Valley
    35 minutes (13.7 km) from Manali town

    Head towards Solang Valley for adventure activities like zipline, paragliding, and skiing. Solang Valley also offers scenic views with lush greenery.

  4. Day 4: Manali Nature Park and Nehru Kund
    15 minutes (2 km) from Manali town

    Explore the Manali Nature Park, a serene place perfect for a day picnic with family. After that, visit Nehru Kund, a natural spring named after India's first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru.

  5. Day 5: Naggar Castle and Jana Waterfall
    1 hour and 10 minutes (24.6 km) from Manali town

    Visit the quaint village of Naggar, which houses the Naggar Castle - a historic fort. After that, trek to the Jana Waterfall for a picturesque view of the waterfall and the valley.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass (1-2 hours, INR 550 per person)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (30 minutes, Free)
  • Vashisht Temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Solang Valley (2 hours, INR 700 per person for most activities)
  • Manali Nature Park (2-3 hours, INR 10 per person)
  • Nehru Kund (30 minutes, Free)
  • Naggar Castle (1-2 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Jana Waterfall(2 hours, Free, but may need a guide for INR 300-500)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation and transportation): INR 1580-1980 per person

Useful Tips

For more adventure activities like river rafting and trekking, add a day or two to the itinerary. If you have less time, skip Naggar Castle and Jana Waterfall. For more cultural activities, visit the Museum of Himachal Culture and Folk Art. Avoid visiting Rohtang Pass during winters as it remains closed due to heavy snowfall.

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