5-Day Shimla & Manali itinerary

  1. Day 1: Visit the Shimla Mall
    Walking distance from most hotels in Shimla

    The Shimla Mall is a popular shopping area for both locals and tourists. It offers a variety of shops selling local products, souvenirs, and clothes. The place is vibrant and lively, and you can also find street food vendors and musicians along the way.

  2. Day 2: Skiing in Solang Valley
    14 km from Manali (1-hour drive)

    Solang Valley is known for its winter sports activities, particularly skiing. The vast open ground covered in snow provides the perfect terrain for skiing beginners and experts. You can also enjoy a gondola ride and have a warm cup of coffee at the hilltop cafe.

  3. Day 3: Explore Kufri
    17 km from Shimla (45-minute drive)

    Kufri is a charming hill station known for its natural beauty, snow-topped mountains, and trekking trails. You can visit the Himalayan Nature Park, where you might spot rare animals like the snow leopard and musk deer. The area also offers horse riding and yak rides.

  4. Day 4: Rohtang Pass
    53 km from Manali (2-hour drive)

    Rohtang Pass is a stunning high mountain pass with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and peaks. You can enjoy walking on the snow, take a snow scooter ride, and paragliding adventure. The pass is only accessible from May to October and is subject to weather conditions.

  5. Day 5: Visit Hadimba Devi Temple
    2.5 km from Manali (10-minute drive)

    Hadimba Devi Temple is a significant spiritual site dedicated to the Goddess Hadimba. The temple's architecture is unique and intricate, with a wooden facade adorned with carvings of animals and plants. The temple is surrounded by lush cedar forests, making it a peaceful and serene place.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Shimla Mall (2 hours, free)
  • Solang Valley skiing (3-4 hours, INR 650-1500)
  • Kufri trekking (4-5 hours, INR 350-700)
  • Rohtang Pass sightseeing (3-4 hours, INR 1000-1500)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation): INR 2000-3700

Useful Tips:

If you have extra time, you can explore Shimla's colonial heritage buildings, go on a river rafting excursion in Kullu, or visit the hot springs in Manikaran. If you have less time, you can skip Rohtang Pass or Kufri. Keep in mind that the weather can be unpredictable in the mountains, so checking ahead of each activity is essential.

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