Explore Manali with your Family: A 5 Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Rohtang Pass
    1 hour 10 minutes (39.2 km) from Manali

    Take a day trip to the mesmerizing Rohtang Pass. Experience the scenic drive as you enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountains. You can also indulge in adventure activities like skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling. Note that Rohtang Pass is closed on Tuesdays.

  2. Day 2: Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisth Hot Water Springs
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Rohtang Pass

    Visit the ancient and beautiful Hadimba Devi Temple, surrounded by cedar forests. Further, head to the Vashisth Hot Water Springs and explore the temple complex surrounding the natural pools providing a calming experience.

  3. Day 3: Solang Valley, Nehru Kund
    20 minutes (11 km) from Hadimba Devi Temple

    Enjoy playing in the snow and engage in thrill-inducing activities such as paragliding, zorbing and horse riding in the Solang Valley. Head to Nehru Kund and experience a peaceful natural water spring flowing along several boulders.

  4. Day 4: Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara
    2 hours 10 minutes (81 km) from Solang Valley

    Visit the famous Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara known for its hot springs and holistic significance across the Sikh community. The natural hot springs consist of hot water and medicinal properties, believed to cure ailments. Enjoy the divine experience and spiritual aura of the gurudwara.

  5. Day 5: Naggar Castle, Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery, Rafting in Kullu
    1 hour 10 minutes (34.5 km) from Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara

    Visit the ancient Naggar Castle known for its extraordinary architecture. Visit the Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery, showcasing the paintings and artwork of Russian artist Nicholas Roerich. In the afternoon, head to Kullu for an adventurous white water rafting trip in the rapids of the Kullu River.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass (4-5 hours, ₹4,500 per group)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (1-2 hours, free entry), Vashisth Hot Water Springs (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Solang Valley (4-5 hours, approx. ₹5,000 per person for adventure activities), Nehru Kund (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara (3-4 hours, free entry)
  • Naggar Castle (1-2 hours, ₹15 per person), Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery (1 hour, ₹30 per person), Rafting in Kullu (2-3 hours, approx. ₹1,000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (Per Person): ₹6,545

Useful Tips

If you have more than 5 days, you can add a visit to the Beas Kund trek and the Jogni Falls along with some more adventure activities. If you have less than 5 days, you could skip Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and Rafting in Kullu and add a visit to the Manu Temple and Hampta Pass trek. Do carry warm clothes - Manali's weather can get quite cold even in summer.

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