Adventurous 4-day Himachal Pradesh Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Manali
    Start your journey with a visit to Manali, located in the Kullu Valley.
    Time and Distance from Previous Location: 300 km (8 hours)

    Explore the popular town located in the Beas River Valley. The town offers a stunning view of the surrounding mountain ranges. Visit the famous Hadimba Temple, a wooden temple set amidst the snow-capped mountains. Take a stroll along the bustling Mall Road, shop for souvenirs and try out the local food. In the evening you can witness a beautiful sunset at The Ridge.

  2. Day 2: Kufri
    Travel to Kufri, situated at an altitude of 2,743m.
    Time and Distance from Previous Location: 155 km (3.5 hours)

    Kufri is a winter sports capital in Himachal Pradesh that hosts skiing, hiking, and adventure sports. The Himalayan Nature Park is known for its rare and endangered animal species such as snow leopard, Tibetan wolf, barking deer, Asiatic black bear and many more. Do not miss the thrill of Yak riding and take a pony ride to the Mahasu Peak for a mesmerizing view of the Himalayas.

  3. Day 3: Shimla
    Visit the beautiful city of Shimla, situated at an altitude of 2,206 m.
    Time and Distance from Previous Location: 13 km (40 min)

    Explore the colonial architecture, heritage railway station, street food, and shopping at the popular Mall Road. Spend a lazy afternoon in nature at Annandale, a playground for many activities such as cricket, golf & adventure trekking to the surrounding hills. Visit the beautiful Jakhoo Temple, Hanuman Temple, Christ Church which should be on your checklist.

  4. Day 4: McLeod Ganj
    Travel to McLeod Ganj, also known as “Little Lhasa”.
    Time and Distance from Previous Location: 246 km (5.5 hours)

    This beautiful town is overshadowed by the Dhauladhar Range, famously known for the residence of the 14th Dalai Lama. Complete your trip by exploring famous attractions such as the Namgyal Monastery, Bhagsu Falls, and Bhagsunath Temple. Try out some street food options such as momos, thukpa, and hot chocolate at the famous Dalai Lama Cafe. Hike to the Triund hill to witness an awe-inspiring view of the valley.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Hadimba Temple – 1 hour (Free)
  • The Mall Road - 2 hours (Free)
  • Himalayan Nature Park - 2 hours (INR 30)
  • Yak Riding – 1 hour (INR 450)
  • Shimla Heritage and Architecture Walk - 3 hours (Free)
  • Annandale - 2 hours (Free)
  • McLeod Ganj hiking – 5 hours (INR 2000)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2480

Useful Tips:

If visitors have more time, they can visit places such as Kasol, Tirthan Valley, or Barot Valley, commonly known for their natural beauty and trekking experiences. If time is limited, devote one day each for one of the destination and stay overnight around each location to avoid too much driving time.

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