7-Day Nature Itinerary for Shimla, Kasol, Manikaran, Manali, Rohtang Pass, Sissu, Jispa (May 2023)

1. Day 1: Shimla
   2 hours 39 minutes (69.4 km) from Chandigarh International Airport

   Explore the scenic beauty of Shimla including The Ridge, Mall Road, and Christ Church.

2. Day 2: Kasol and Manikaran
   5 hours 36 minutes (238.9 km) from Shimla

   Experience the beauty of Parvati Valley and soak in hot water springs at Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara.

3. Day 3: Manali
   1 hour 20 minutes (39.5 km) from Kasol

   Visit Hidimba Devi Temple, Solang Valley and indulge in adventure activities like paragliding, zorbing, and skiing.

4. Day 4: Rohtang Pass
   1 hour 11 minutes (51.4 km) from Manali

   Take a scenic drive to Rohtang Pass (if open) and enjoy snow activities like skiing and snow scooter riding.

5. Day 5: Sissu
   3 hours 32 minutes (117.1 km) from Rohtang Pass

   Take a scenic drive towards Leh and visit the nearby Chandra Taal Lake and the Ghepan Gompa monastery.

6. Day 6: Jispa
   1 hour 5 minutes (50.0 km) from Sissu

   Visit Jispa and explore the Himalayas while camping near Bhaga River and taking a dip in hot springs.

7. Day 7: Return
   7 hours 5 minutes (236.8 km) from Jispa to Chandigarh International Airport

   Take a long drive back to Chandigarh International Airport and depart for your next adventure.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Hot water springs at Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara (2 hours, free)
• Adventure activities in Solang Valley (3 hours, INR 500-1000 per activity)
• Rohtang Pass (if open) (full day trip, INR 550 per person)
• Chandra Taal Lake (3 hours, free)
• Camping at Bhaga River (1 night, INR 1000-1500 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 3000-4000 per person

Useful tips:

For more adventure, add a day for trekking to Kheerganga, or subtract a day from Sissu. Carry warm clothing and rain gear as the weather can be unpredictable.