6-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Kedarnath and Manali

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Kedarnath

    Begin your trip to Kedarnath by visiting the famous Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This ancient temple is surrounded by natural beauty and offers a tranquil environment to offer your prayers.

  2. Day 2: Valley of Flowers National Park
    2 hours 30 minutes (90.0 miles) from Kedarnath

    Explore the stunning Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with about 500 species of plants, including the Himalayan blue poppy. You can also spot rare birds like Himalayan Monal and snow leopard.

  3. Day 3: Rohtang Pass
    5 hours 30 minutes (150.0 miles) from Valley of Flowers National Park

    Drive through the picturesque Rohtang Pass, located at an altitude of 3,978 meters above sea level. The pass offers stunning views of the snow-clad mountains and the Beas river flowing below.

  4. Day 4: Solang Valley
    1 hour 30 minutes (30.0 miles) from Rohtang Pass

    Visit Solang Valley, an adventure jungle for skiing, paragliding, and ice climbing, with stunning views of glaciers and snow-capped mountains. Additionally, there are many shops and restaurants to enjoy.

  5. Day 5: Hadimba Devi Temple
    40 minutes (9.8 miles) from Solang Valley

    Visit the Hadimba Devi Temple, a 500-year-old temple with a four-tiered pagoda-shaped roof. The temple is located amidst beautiful cedar trees and features intricate wood carvings dedicated to goddess Hadimba.

  6. Day 6: Manali Market
    15 minutes (2.4 miles) from Hadimba Devi Temple

    Shop for souvenirs and trinkets at the bustling Manali market. The market has a variety of shops selling traditional Himachal wear, shawls, Tibetan artefacts, and other handicrafts. There are plenty of food stalls and restaurants where you can grab a bite to eat.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Valley of Flowers National Park (5 hours, INR 150 per person)
  • Rohtang Pass (10 hours, INR 550 per person)
  • Solang Valley (5 hours, INR 500 per person)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Manali Market (3 hours, INR 500 for souvenirs)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1700 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Beas Kund trek or Jogini Waterfall. For a shorter trip, skip Solang Valley and spend more time exploring Hadimba Devi Temple and Manali Market. Remember to carry warm clothes and good hiking shoes as the region is prone to sudden changes in weather.

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