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4-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Himachal in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    2 hours 30 minutes (70.3 km) from Chandigarh Airport

    In the morning, visit the Viceregal Lodge, which was once the summer residence of the British Viceroy of India. Explore the beautiful architecture of the building and the surrounding gardens. In the afternoon, head to the Scandal Point and Ridge, which is a popular spot for a relaxing walk. In the evening, visit Mall Road, which is a bustling area full of shops and restaurants.

  2. Day 2: Manali
    6 hours 30 minutes (250 km) from Shimla

    In the morning, visit the Hadimba Devi Temple, which is a beautiful temple surrounded by cedar forests. Take a walk through the forests before heading to Solang Valley for some adventure sports like paragliding and zorbing in the afternoon. In the evening, relax at the Vashisht Hot Springs and Temple.

  3. Day 3: Dharamshala
    7 hours 30 minutes (246 km) from Manali

    In the morning, visit the Bhagsunath Temple and the Bhagsu Waterfall. Take a short trek to the waterfall and enjoy the beautiful scenery. In the afternoon, head to the Namgyal Monastery, which is the largest Tibetan temple outside of Tibet. In the evening, visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and watch the sunset.

  4. Day 4: Dalhousie
    4 hours 30 minutes (190 km) from Dharamshala

    In the morning, visit the Khajjiar Lake, which is a beautiful lake surrounded by cedar forests. Take a walk around the lake and enjoy the scenery. In the afternoon, head to the Kalatop Wildlife Reserve, which is a sanctuary for various wildlife species. In the evening, visit the St. John's Church, which is a beautiful church surrounded by greenery.

Recommendations

Other attractions worth considering include visiting the McLeod Ganj markets, the Rohtang Pass, and the Kufri Fun World. You can also take a side trip to the Prashar Lake or the Chandra Taal Lake. To maximize your fun, try to plan your activities in advance and book any adventure sports or hikes ahead of time. Always check the weather forecast before heading out.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Viceregal Lodge (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Scandal Point and Ridge (2 hours, Free)
  • Mall Road (2 hours, Cost varies)
  • Hadimba Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Solang Valley (3 hours, INR 500 for adventure sports)
  • Vashisht Hot Springs and Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Bhagsunath Temple and Waterfall (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Namgyal Monastery (2 hours, Free)
  • Dalai Lama Temple Complex (2 hours, Free)
  • Khajjiar Lake (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Kalatop Wildlife Reserve (2 hours, INR 250)
  • St. John's Church (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 950 per person
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