8-day City Experiences Itinerary for Himachal Pradesh & Dehradun

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    4 hours 15 minutes (120 miles) from Chandigarh

    Begin your tour on the Mall Road to admire the colonial architecture of the Viceregal Lodge with a serene stroll through Christ Church.

  2. Day 2: Manali
    8 hours (248 miles) from Shimla

    Let the snow-capped mountains of the Rohtang Pass fascinate you, jet off to Solang Valley for some thrill seeking paragliding.

  3. Day 3: Kullu
    2 hours 20 minutes (43 miles) from Manali

    Witness the traditional hand-weaving techniques for shawls, and then proceed to the ancient temples of Bijli Mahadev, and Raghunath Ji to capture the pristine valley views.

  4. Day 4: Dharamshala
    6 hours 10 minutes (167 miles) from Kullu

    Welcome to China Market, the famous flea market of McLeod Ganj, complemented by scenic views of St. John's Church, residing amid pine trees.

  5. Day 5: Khajjiar
    6 hours 30 minutes (143 miles) from Dharamshala

    En route to Chamba, visit the 'Mini Switzerland of India' for tranquil walks around the lush green meadows, and a chance to spot a few Bollywood shooting locations.

  6. Day 6: Dehradun
    7 hours 40 minutes (292 miles) from Khajjiar

    Pay tribute to the mausoleum of Guru Ram Rai at the Dehradun Guru Darshan. Also, add the Clock Tower, Tapkeshwar Temple, Robber’s Cave, and Mindrolling Monastery to achieve an enlightening tour.

  7. Day 7: Mussoorie
    1 hour (18 miles) from Dehradun

    Enjoy a campfire and the delightful sunset of Kempty falls, followed by a cable car ride to soak up the panoramic views of the tranquil town.

  8. Day 8: Rishikesh
    1 hour 40 minutes (30 miles) from Mussoorie

    The Yoga Capital awaits you for some peaceful meditation around the Parmarth Niketan ashram, with the ancient and divine experience with Ganga Aarti.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Christ Church (1 hour, £), Shimla
  • Rohtang Pass (2 hours, £££), Manali
  • China Market (2 hours, ££), Dharamshala
  • Kempty Falls (1 hour, £), Mussoorie
  • Parmaarth Niketan Ashram (2 hours, £), Rishikesh
  • Total Estimated Costs (£££)

Useful tips

Adding an additional day at any place would give you a better chance to rest and explore unforgotten attractions at a relatable pace. If you have less time, remove a city or two. Instead of Solang Valley paragliding, go zipline with nature at Mashobra.

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