Family-Friendly 5-Day Shimla Manali Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kufri Fun World
    30 minutes (14.6 km) from Shimla

    Kufri Fun World is the perfect start to your family vacation in Shimla. This amusement park offers a variety of fun rides for all ages including a haunted house, mirror maze, and go-karts. There are also several food stalls serving local snacks.

  2. Day 2: Shimla Heritage Walk
    10 minutes (3 km) from Kufri Fun World

    The Shimla Heritage Walk takes you through the city's colonial past. You'll visit historic buildings like the Viceregal Lodge, Gorton Castle, and Christ Church. The guided tour provides interesting insights into the city's history and architecture.

  3. Day 3: Solang Valley
    3 hours (110.8 km) from Shimla

    Solang Valley is a beautiful valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Here, you'll have a chance to go skiing, snowboarding, or even ride a snowmobile. During the summer months, you can go paragliding, zorbing, or horse riding instead.

  4. Day 4: Beas River
    1 hour (40.3 km) from Solang Valley

    Beas River is a great place to relax and enjoy a picnic with your family. You can also go rafting, fishing, or zip-lining over the river. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes along the riverbank serving local Himachali cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Manali Nature Park
    1 hour (34.4 km) from Beas River

    Manali Nature Park is a beautiful park located on the banks of the Beas River. It features a wide variety of flora and fauna including deodar trees, Himalayan black bears, and Himalayan musk deer. The park also has several walking trails and picnic spots.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kufri Fun World (2-3 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Shimla Heritage Walk (2-3 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Solang Valley (4-5 hours, INR 2000 per person)
  • Beas River (2-3 hours, INR 1000 for rafting or zip-lining)
  • Manali Nature Park (2-3 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4,050 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Hidimba Devi Temple in Manali or taking a ride on the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train. If you have less time, consider skipping Solang Valley and spending an extra day in Shimla or Manali instead.

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