Hyderabad to Manali and Nearby Places with Best Friends in June 2023: A City Experience Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Hyderabad
    No travel required

    Explore Old City, Charminar, Chowmahalla Palace, and try traditional Hyderabadi Biryani.

  2. Day 2: Chandigarh
    Flight from Hyderabad: 2 hours and 15 minutes (850 miles) or Drive: 27 hours (1620 miles)

    Visit the famous Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake, Sector 17 Market, and taste local Punjabi food.

  3. Day 3: Shimla
    Drive from Chandigarh: 3 hours and 30 minutes (110 miles)

    Experience the British influence with walks on Mall Road, Viceregal Lodge, and Jakhoo Hill. Don't forget to relish the local Himachali cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Manali
    Drive from Shimla: 7 hours (190 miles)

    Walk through lush greenery and take in scenic views. Best Things to do: Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Old Manali, and Vashisht Hot Springs.

  5. Day 5: Manali
    No travel required

    Relax and try adventurous activities like paragliding, zip-lining, and river rafting in Beas river.

  6. Day 6: Dharamshala
    Drive from Manali: 7 hours and 30 minutes (200 miles)

    Experience Tibetan culture with a visit to Tsuglagkhang Complex, Namgyal Monastery, and Mcleodganj Market. Taste delicious Tibetan food and global cuisine.

  7. Day 7: Amritsar
    Drive from Dharamshala: 4 hours and 30 minutes (140 miles)

    Witness the Wagah Border Ceremony and then head to the iconic Golden Temple. Do not miss trying the famous Amritsari Kulcha and Lassi.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Local transportation (all days) (7 hours of private car rental per day, $20/day)
  • Accommodation (6 nights) (budget hotels or hostels, average $15/person/night)
  • Food and Drink (average $10/person/meal)
  • Entrance fees and activities (average $10/person/day)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $650/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add visit to nearby places like Kullu, Kasol, Mcleodganj, and Rishikesh. If you have less time, skip Shimla or Dharamshala but it's not recommended. Ensure to check opening and closing times and plan accordingly.

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Itinerary created by AI-assisted, human-reviewed