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5-day Nature Itinerary in Himachal Pradesh

  1. Day 1: Kasauli
    1 hour 45 minutes (55.4 km) from Chandigarh International Airport

    In the morning, take a walk on the Gilbert Nature Trail and witness the beauty of the Shivalik Range. In the afternoon, visit the Kasauli Brewery for some handcrafted beer. In the evening, take a stroll on Mall Road and enjoy the scenic sunset view.

  2. Day 2: Shimla
    1 hour 31 minutes (38.4 km) from Kasauli

    Start your day by visiting Chadwick Falls, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by lush greenery. In the afternoon, visit the Viceregal Lodge, a historical monument that was once the residence of the British Viceroy of India. In the evening, take a stroll on the Ridge and enjoy the sunset view.

  3. Day 3: Manali
    6 hours 53 minutes (248.1 km) from Shimla

    Start your day by visiting the Rohtang Pass, where you can indulge in adventure activities like skiing, snowboarding, and paragliding. In the afternoon, visit the Hadimba Temple, a 16th-century wooden temple surrounded by cedar forests. In the evening, take a stroll on Mall Road and enjoy the local food and shopping.

  4. Day 4: Dharamshala
    5 hours 25 minutes (235.8 km) from Manali

    In the morning, visit the Bhagsu Waterfall and take a dip in the refreshing water. In the afternoon, visit the Namgyal Monastery, where you can witness the beauty of Tibetan architecture and culture. In the evening, take a stroll on McLeod Ganj and try some delicious Tibetan food.

  5. Day 5: Dalhousie
    3 hours 19 minutes (115.3 km) from Dharamshala

    Start your day by visiting Khajjiar, also known as Mini Switzerland of India, where you can enjoy horse riding, zorbing, and other adventure activities. In the afternoon, visit the St. John's Church, a beautiful church surrounded by deodar trees. In the evening, take a stroll on Mall Road and enjoy the local food and shopping.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Kufri Nature Park, Spiti Valley, and the Great Himalayan National Park for more nature experiences. You can also take a side trip to the historical city of Amritsar to visit the Golden Temple.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kasauli Brewery (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Viceregal Lodge (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Rohtang Pass (4 hours, INR 550 for permit)
  • Bhagsu Waterfall (1 hour, free)
  • Namgyal Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Khajjiar (3 hours, INR 50)
  • St. John's Church (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 9500
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