Relaxing 7-Day Itinerary for Himachal Pradesh in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    22 minutes (13.4 km) from Jubbarhatti Airport

    Start your trip with a visit to Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. Take a stroll along the Mall Road, a popular shopping street with stunning views of the mountains. Visit the Jakhu Temple, dedicated to the monkey god, Hanuman and enjoy a peaceful walk around the Shimla Heritage Museum.

  2. Day 2: Mashobra
    1 hour 13 minutes (16.7 km) from Shimla

    Escape the city and head to Mashobra, a peaceful town surrounded by lush green forests and apple orchards. Visit the Craignano Nature Park, a beautiful picnic spot with stunning views of the surrounding hills. Take a guided trek to the Reserve Forest Sanctuary and spot the local wildlife.

  3. Day 3: Manali
    4 hours 26 minutes (247.6 km) from Mashobra

    Head to the picturesque town of Manali, known for its scenic beauty and adventure activities. Take a leisurely walk around the Old Manali village, visit the famous Hadimba Temple and enjoy the stunning views of the Beas River. Spend the evening exploring the bustling Manu Market.

  4. Day 4: Solang Valley
    22 minutes (10.8 km) from Manali

    Take a day trip to the Solang Valley, a popular spot for adventure enthusiasts. Try your hand at paragliding, zorbing and skiing or take a scenic cable car ride. Take a leisurely walk around the valley and enjoy the stunning views of the snow-capped mountains.

  5. Day 5: Dharamshala
    6 hours 45 minutes (236.9 km) from Solang Valley

    Head to the peaceful town of Dharamshala, known for its lush green forests and stunning views of the Dhauladhar range. Visit the famous Namgyal Monastery, the residence of the Dalai Lama and take a peaceful walk around the Bhagsu Waterfall. Spend the evening shopping at the bustling McLeod Ganj market and enjoy some delicious local cuisine.

  6. Day 6: Palampur
    1 hour 17 minutes (39.7 km) from Dharamshala

    Visit the scenic town of Palampur, known for its tea gardens and stunning views of the Dhauladhar range. Take a leisurely walk around the lush green tea gardens and visit the famous Baijnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Spend the evening exploring the local markets and trying some freshly brewed tea.

  7. Day 7: Chandigarh
    4 hours 30 minutes (236.3 km) from Palampur

    End your trip with a visit to the beautiful city of Chandigarh, known for its stunning architecture and urban planning. Visit the famous Rock Garden, a sculpture garden made of recycled materials and take a leisurely walk around the Sukhna Lake. Spend the evening shopping at the bustling Sector 17 market.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Jakhu Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Shimla Heritage Museum (1-2 hours, INR 50)
  • Craignano Nature Park (2 hours, INR 150)
  • Reserve Forest Sanctuary (3-4 hours, INR 500)
  • Hadimba Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Solang Valley Adventure Activities (4-5 hours, INR 2000)
  • Namgyal Monastery (1-2 hours, free)
  • Bhagsu Waterfall (2 hours, free)
  • Baijnath Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Rock Garden (1-2 hours, INR 40)
  • Sukhna Lake (2-3 hours, free)
  • Sector 17 Market (2-3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3840
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