Himachal Pradesh Nature Itinerary

1. Day 1: Shimla
   3 hours 30 minutes (140 km) from Chandigarh

   Explore the mall road, historic buildings, and the scenic views of the Himalayas.

2. Day 2: Kufri
   50 minutes (17 km) from Shimla

   Visit the Mahasu Peak for a panoramic view of the Himalayas and adventure activities like skiing and trekking.

3. Day 3: Manali
   7 hours 30 minutes (248 km) from Kufri

   Enjoy the scenic road trip to Manali and explore the Mall Road and Hidimba Devi Temple.

4. Day 4: Solang Valley
   28 minutes (13 km) from Manali

   Go paragliding and skiing at the Solang Valley and visit the Jogini Waterfall.

5. Day 5: Keylong
   6 hours 30 minutes (130 km) from Solang Valley

   Experience the scenic beauty of the Himalayas, visit the Khardung La pass, and explore Keylong Monastery.

6. Day 6: McLeod Ganj
   7 hours (220 km) from Keylong

   Visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and Bhagsunath Temple and enjoy the panoramic view of the Dhauladhar range.

7. Day 7: Khajjiar
   2 hours 30 minutes (121 km) from McLeod Ganj

   Visit the Khajjiar Lake, Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, and enjoy adventure activities like paragliding and zorbing at the Khajjiar Adventure Park.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Entry fees to cultural sites: INR 500-800 for two persons (approx. 1-2 hours).
• Adventure sports activities: INR 1000-2500 per person (approx. 1-2 hours).
• Food and Drink: Starting from INR 300 per person per meal.
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 10,000-12,000 for two persons.

Useful Tips

To make the most of the trip, consider adding a few more days for sightseeing and to explore local markets. Alternatively, if time is restricted, consider skipping Keylong and spending more time in Shimla and Manali.