7-Day Itinerary for Manali and Shimla

1. Day 1: Explore Manali
   Starting point: Manali Mall Road
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: 10 minutes (0.5 miles)

   Visit the iconic Hidimba Temple, stroll along Manali Nature Park, and shop for local handicrafts at Mall Road.

2. Day 2: Solang Valley Excursion
   Starting point: Manali
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: 45 minutes (14 miles)

   Experience adventure sports like paragliding, skiing and zorbing in Solang Valley. Later, visit the Jagatsukh Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

3. Day 3: Arrival in Shimla
   Starting point: Manali
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: 6 hours (248 miles)

   Enjoy the scenic drive to the beautiful hill station of Shimla. Check-in at your hotel and relax.

4. Day 4: Heritage Walk in Shimla
   Starting point: Scandal Point
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: 15 minutes (0.7 miles)

   Explore the colonial-era architecture and several landmarks like the Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge and Gaiety Theatre with a Heritage walk.

5. Day 5: Kufri and Fagu Valley Excursion
   Starting point: Shimla
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour (16 miles)

   Take a short drive to the picturesque hill station of Kufri and Fagu valley rich in natural beauty and trekking opportunities.

6. Day 6: Mall Road and Shopping in Shimla
   Starting point: Lakkar Bazaar, Shimla
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: 5 minutes (0.4 miles)

   Enjoy shopping for souvenirs, woollen items, jewellery and handicrafts on the famous Mall Road and Lakkar Bazaar.

7. Day 7: Departure from Shimla
   Starting point: Shimla
   Estimated time and distance from previous location: NA

   Check-out from the hotel and proceed to your onward journey.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Hidimba Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Manali Nature Park (1-2 hours, free)
• Mall Road (2-3 hours, shopping cost varies)
• Solang Valley (3-4 hours, adventure sports cost varies)
• Jagatsukh Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• Heritage Walk (2-3 hours, free)
• Christ Church (1-2 hours, free)
• Viceregal Lodge (1-2 hours, INR 20)
• Kufri and Fagu Valley (3-4 hours, free)
• Mall Road and Shopping (2-3 hours, shopping cost varies)

Total Estimated Costs: INR 20-50 (excluding adventure sports and shopping)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Himalayan National Park, Chail Palace and Cricket Ground, Naggar Castle and other temples in Manali. Alternatively, if you have less time, you can skip the shopping and adventure sports activities in Solang Valley and reduce your time in Shimla to 2-3 days.