Honeymoon Itinerary for Shimla, Manali and Leh Ladakh in January 2024

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    30 minutes (12 miles) from Shimla Airport

    Start your honeymoon with a visit to the Christ Church in Shimla. Built in the 1800s, it is a beautiful example of colonial architecture. After, take a relaxing walk through the Himalayan Bird Park located nearby.

  2. Day 2: Manali
    7 hours (248 miles) from Shimla

    Take the picturesque drive to Manali and visit the famous Hadimba Temple. After, explore the Manali Nature Park and take a walk through the Manali Mall Road. End your day with a romantic dinner at Johnson's Cafe.

  3. Day 3: Manali
    30 minutes (9 miles) from Manali

    Take a day trip to the Solang Valley and enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and sledging. If you're not up for skiing, enjoy the breathtaking views of the valley while sipping on some hot cocoa.

  4. Day 4: Leh Ladakh
    15 hours (304 miles) from Manali

    Take an early morning flight from Kullu to Leh Ladakh. After checking in to your hotel, visit the historic Leh Palace and the Leh Market. End your day with a visit to the Shanti Stupa for a beautiful sunset view.

  5. Day 5: Leh Ladakh
    20 minutes (6 miles) from Leh Palace

    Visit the Thiksey Monastery, one of the largest monasteries in Ladakh. After, take a relaxing walk through the Shey Palace and the Shey Monastery. End your day with a visit to the Magnetic Hill to experience the magnetic force.

  6. Day 6: Leh Ladakh
    2 hours (77 miles) from Leh Ladakh

    Take a day trip to the stunning Pangong Lake, known for its azure blue waters and surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Take a relaxing walk along the lake and enjoy a picnic lunch by the shore.

  7. Day 7: Leh Ladakh
    1 hour (28 miles) from Leh Ladakh

    Visit the Alchi Monastery, known for its 1000-year-old paintings. After, take a relaxing walk through the Basgo Palace and the Basgo Monastery. End your honeymoon with a visit to the Leh Ladakh Hall of Fame to learn about the history of Ladakh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Christ Church (1 hour, free)
  • Himalayan Bird Park (30 minutes, INR 10)
  • Hadimba Temple (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Manali Nature Park (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Manali Mall Road (2 hours, free)
  • Johnson's Cafe (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Solang Valley (4 hours, INR 500 for skiing)
  • Leh Palace (1 hour, INR 250)
  • Leh Market (1 hour, free)
  • Shanti Stupa (1 hour, free)
  • Thiksey Monastery (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Shey Palace and Monastery (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Magnetic Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Pangong Lake (6 hours, INR 800 for car rental)
  • Alchi Monastery (1 hour, INR 25)
  • Basgo Palace and Monastery (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Leh Ladakh Hall of Fame (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2775
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