A Memorable Family Trip to Manali

  • Day 1: Rohtang Pass
    1 hour (30.9 km) from Manali

    Get ready for an exciting first day with a route to Rohtang Pass. Experience the snow-clad peaks with your family often descending for a fun-filled snow activity day. Get your hands on local eateries with momos and hot-spiced chai tea to fire up your belly.

  • Day 2: Solang Valley
    30 minutes (11.6 km) from Manali

    Snow-peaked mountains, glaciers, and stunning greenery; Solang Valley is the ideal escape for adventure enthusiasts. Experience adventure sports like zorbing, skiing, paragliding in their wonderful experience.

  • Day 3: Hadimba Devi Temple and Vashisht baths
    15 minutes ( 3.1 km) from Manali

    On your third day, visit the renowned Hadimba Devi Temple with a one-of-a-kind architecture in a peaceful location in the middle of the forest. Before lunch, go to the Vashisth baths where you can soak and witness nature’s wonder in the hot springs.

  • Day 4: Manu Temple and Club House
    20 minutes (5.1 km) from Manali

    On your fourth day, visit the Manu Temple, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage site nestled in lush forest hills, It’s said that this temple was built over the area where Manu is believed to have lived. End the day with Club House, offering a multi-faceted experience of indoor games, fun rides, and river-crossing.

  • Day 5: Naggar Castle and Gaiety Theatre
    25 minutes (21.6 km) from Manali

    The final day of your vacation begins with exploring the Naggar Castle, a historic royal palace with majestic views of the valley. Next, drive to the Gaiety Theatre is a fantastically preserved establishment, perfect for spending the afternoon watching the culture-rich performances.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass (5 hours, INR 5,500 per vehicle)
  • Solang Valley (3 hours, INR 3,000 per person)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (2 hours, no entry fee)
  • Vashisht baths (3 hours, no entry fee)
  • Manu Temple (2 hours, no entry fee)
  • Club House (2 hours, INR 50 per ride/game)
  • Naggar Castle (2 hours, INR 30 per person)
  • Gaiety Theatre (3 hours, INR 1,000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 12,580

Transportation

Pre-book local taxis to avoid pricey transportation costs in the area. Several local taxi services provide whole-day sightseeing tours to all of Manali’s popular locations. The cost per day starts at INR 2,500.

The drive from Delhi to Manali takes approximately 12-14 hours and is best done via renting a car with an experienced local driver.

The estimated travel cost ranges from INR 6,000 to INR 9,000. Actual rates will vary based on your mode of transportation and time of year.

Useful tips

While five days are not enough to tour Manali in its entirety, the itinerary encapsulates Manali’s quintessence. If you have more time, you can consider spending time camping in the wilderness, paragliding at Bir Billing, exploring nearby regions such as Kasol and Tosh, etc., while if you have less time, you can choose to explore Manali at a quicker pace.

Airports

Bhuntar Airport (KUU) is the nearest airport, located roughly 10 kilometers from Kullu and 50 kilometers south of Manali. The airport receives regular flights from various locations in India, such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Chandigarh.

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