5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary in Himachal Pradesh

  1. Day 1: Mall Road, Shimla
    2 hours 15 minutes drive from Chandigarh

    Explore the bustling Mall Road in Shimla that features wooden benches, Victorian architecture, and bustling shops. Take a horse-ride, enjoy the street food and breathtaking views from Scandal Point or enjoy shopping.

  2. Day 2: Kufri
    1 hour 15 minutes (16.1 km) from Shimla

    Be surrounded by hills covered with snow in Kufri. Take a pony/horse ride, try zipline, or visit the nearby Gavaloham National Park to spot some wildlife.

  3. Day 3: Manali
    6 hours 10 minutes (248 km) from Kufri

    Manali, known as the "Valley of the Gods," offers a variety of activities, including skiing, trekking, and paragliding. Do try the freshly made food and visit the Hadimba Temple.

  4. Day 4: Rohtang Pass
    1 hour 51 minutes (51.4 km) from Manali

    Visit Rohtang Pass to enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas, beautiful glaciers, and the Chandra river. Do not forget to carry an Oxygen cylinder and enjoy the snow and hot Maggi.

  5. Day 5: Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temple
    21 minutes (3.8 km) from Rohtang Pass

    Take a dip in the natural sulfurous hot water springs, believed to have medicinal properties in Vashist. Do not miss visiting the 400-year-old temple, stone-built houses, and markets of Manali.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mall Road - Free
  • Kufri - Admission: INR 25/person
  • Manali- Admission: INR 20/person for museum visits, activities vary in price
  • Rohtang Pass- Admission: INR 500/person for tourists, additional rates for vehicles
  • Vashist Hot Water springs- Free
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 545/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to Dharamshala or Leh-Ladakh for a spiritual retreat or serene adventure at an extra cost. Make sure to carry some warm clothes, especially in Kufri and Rohtang Pass. Avoid traveling during the monsoons and check for road closures around Rohtang.

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