7-Day Family-Friendly Tour of Manali, Kullu, Shimla, and Kasol

  1. Day 1: Manali
    3 hours 30 minutes (138 km) from Chandigarh

    Visit the Hidimba Devi Temple, Manali Nature Park, and explore the vibrant Mall Road in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Kullu
    1 hour 10 minutes (42 km) from Manali

    Enjoy a scenic drive towards Kullu and explore the Kullu Shawl Factory, Raghunath Temple and take a stroll along the Beas River.

  3. Day 3: Kasol
    4 hours 46 minutes (237 km) from Kullu

    Visit Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, Chalal Village, and relax by the Parvati River. Don't miss the local Israeli cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Shimla
    6 hours (238 km) from Kasol

    Take a ride on the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train, explore the Christ Church, Mall Road, and Jakhu Temple. Also, visit Viceregal Lodge which offers great views of the city.

  5. Day 5: Shimla
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    Spend the day indulging in some retail therapy and try out the delicious local cuisine.

  6. Day 6: Manali
    7 hours (248 km) from Shimla

    Head back to Manali and go on an adventure to the famous Rohtang Pass. Rent bikes or all-terrain vehicles and explore the snow-covered mountains.

  7. Day 7: Manali
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    Visit the Vashisht Temple and bathe in its hot springs before departing.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Hidimba Devi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Manali Nature Park (2 hours, ₹25 per person)
  • Kullu Shawl Factory (2 hours, ₹50 per person)
  • Raghunath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara (2 hours, free)
  • Chalal Village (3 hours, free)
  • Kalka-Shimla Toy Train (5 hours, ₹500 per person)
  • Christ Church (2 hours, free)
  • Mall Road (3 hours, free)
  • Jakhu Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Viceregal Lodge (2 hours, ₹40 per person)
  • Rentals (varies)
  • Vashisht Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹665 per person

Useful Tips

For those with extra time, visit the Hadimba Devi Temple in Kullu and the Himalayan Nature Park in Shimla. For those with less time, prioritize the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train, Vashisht Temple, and the local cuisine. For a winter trip, add skiing in Solang Valley or Gulaba to your itinerary.

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