4-Day Itinerary for Manali Kashmir

  1. Day 1: Rohtang Pass
    1 hour 19 minutes (38 km) from Manali

    Rohtang Pass is one of the most popular tourist spots in Manali. Located at an altitude of 3978m, it offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain range. The pass is only open from May to November, and the best time to visit is from June to September. Visitors can enjoy snow activities, horse riding and paragliding during the summer months. It is recommended to bring warm clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses and hiking boots.

  2. Day 2: Solang Valley
    29 minutes (13.4 km) from Manali

    Solang Valley is a picturesque valley located between Beas Kund and Solang village. The valley is known for its adventure sports like skiing, zorbing, paragliding and horseback riding. Apart from adventure, visitors can also take a cable car ride to enjoy the breathtaking view of the valley from the top. The best time to visit is from December to February for snow activities and from May to October for adventure sports.

  3. Day 3: Jogini Waterfall
    30 minutes (3.8 km) from Manali

    Jogini Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall located in Vashisht village, Manali. The waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery and offers a peaceful atmosphere. Visitors can trek for about 2 km from Vashisht temple to reach the waterfall. The trek is easy and suitable for all age groups. The best time to visit is from March to June and from October to December.

  4. Day 4: Hadimba Devi Temple
    16 minutes (4 km) from Manali

    Hadimba Devi Temple is a 16th-century temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, the wife of Bhima from the Mahabharata. The temple is surrounded by a cedar forest and offers a peaceful ambiance. The architecture of the temple is unique and attracts a lot of visitors. The best time to visit is from April to June and from September to November.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass (4-5 hours, entry fee of INR 500 for Indian nationals and INR 1000 for foreigners)
  • Solang Valley (3-4 hours, entry fee of INR 150 for cable car ride and INR 500 for adventure sports)
  • Jogini Waterfall (2-3 hours, no entry fee)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (1-2 hours, entry fee of INR 50 for Indian nationals and INR 250 for foreigners)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR): INR 1700 for Indian nationals and INR 2750 for foreigners

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can include a visit to the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary, the Tibetan Monastery and the Nehru Kund. If you have less time, you can skip the Jogini Waterfall and spend more time in Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley. It is recommended to book adventure sports activities and cable car rides in advance to avoid long waiting times.

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