4-Day Adventure Itinerary in Himachal Pradesh in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    2 hours and 30 minutes (71.7 km) from Chandigarh Airport

    Start your adventure in the beautiful hill station of Shimla. Take a heritage walk through the famous Ridge, visit the Jakhu temple and enjoy the breathtaking view of the Himalayas. For an adrenaline rush, try river rafting in Tattapani, which is located 50 km from Shimla. End your day by watching the sunset at Scandal Point.

  2. Day 2: Manali
    7 hours and 30 minutes (248 km) from Shimla

    Drive to the scenic town of Manali, famous for its snow-capped mountains and adventure activities. Take a trek to the beautiful Solang Valley and try paragliding, zorbing, and skiing. Visit the Hadimba Devi Temple, the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary, and the Vashisht Hot Water Springs. End your day with a stroll at the Mall Road and try some local delicacies.

  3. Day 3: Kullu
    1 hour and 30 minutes (41.3 km) from Manali

    Drive to the picturesque town of Kullu, known for its scenic beauty and adventure activities. Go river rafting in the Beas River and visit the famous Raghunath Temple. Explore the Kais Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to the Himalayan Black Bear, Himalayan Palm Civet, and Himalayan Serow. End your day with some shopping for the famous Kullu shawls.

  4. Day 4: Dalhousie
    8 hours (333 km) from Kullu

    Head to the tranquil town of Dalhousie, known for its colonial architecture, pine-clad valleys, and mountain views. Visit the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, which is home to the Himalayan Black Marten, Himalayan Black Bear, and Ghoral. Explore the St. Francis Church and the Subhash Baoli. End your day with a relaxing walk at the Khajjiar Lake and go paragliding for a memorable end to your trip.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jakhu temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Heritage Walk (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • River Rafting in Tattapani (4-5 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Paragliding and Zorbing in Solang Valley (2-3 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Manali Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Vashisht Hot Water Springs (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • River Rafting in Beas River (3-4 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Raghunath Temple (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Kais Wildlife Sanctuary (3-4 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • Kullu shawls shopping (1-2 hours, INR 500 per shawl)
  • Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary (2-3 hours, INR 100 per person)
  • St. Francis Church (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Subhash Baoli (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Paragliding in Khajjiar Lake (2-3 hours, INR 2000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 10,500
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