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7-Day Itinerary: Kullu, Manali, Shimla, Dharmshala, Kasol, Bir

  1. Day 1: Kullu
    45 minutes (25 miles) from Bhuntar Airport

    In the morning, visit the Raghunath Temple and explore the local markets. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive to the Tirthan Valley and go for a short hike. In the evening, attend the Kullu Dussehra festival (October) or watch a cultural show at Kala Kendra.

  2. Day 2: Manali
    1 hour 20 minutes (42 miles) from Kullu

    Start the day with a visit to Hadimba Temple and Vashisht hot springs. In the afternoon, go paragliding or white water rafting. In the evening, explore the Manali Mall Road and try local cuisines like momos, thukpa, and siddu.

  3. Day 3: Shimla
    6 hours 15 minutes (160 miles) from Manali

    Visit the Viceregal Lodge and the Himalayan Bird Park in the morning. In the afternoon, stroll around the Mall Road and take a toy train ride to Shimla's highest point - Jakhoo Hill. In the evening, attend a cultural program at the Gaiety Theater.

  4. Day 4: Dharamshala
    4 hours 20 minutes (138 miles) from Shimla

    Visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and Namgyalma Stupa in the morning. In the afternoon, go for a trek to Triund Hill or visit the Bhagsu Nag waterfall. In the evening, attend a prayer session at the Tsuglagkhang Complex.

  5. Day 5: Kasol
    2 hours 10 minutes (45 miles) from Dharamshala

    Spend the morning relaxing by the Parvati River and trying some Israeli food. In the afternoon, go for a hike to Kheerganga or Malana village. In the evening, attend a trance music party or stargaze and enjoy the bonfire.

  6. Day 6: Bir
    2 hours 30 minutes (68 miles) from Kasol

    Start the day with a sunrise paragliding session over the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Chokling Monastery and take a nature walk to Bir Tea Factory. In the evening, attend a live music concert at the Bir Cafe.

  7. Day 7: Kullu
    2 hours 30 minutes (68 miles) from Bir

    In the morning, go for a nature walk to the Naggar Castle and visit the Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery. In the afternoon, attend the Kullu International Dangal (wrestling) competition or go river rafting on the Beas River. In the evening, shop for souvenirs and enjoy a local Himachali dinner.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the Great Himalayan National Park in Kullu, the Rohtang Pass in Manali, the Jakhu Temple in Shimla, the Kangra Fort in Dharamshala, the Tosh Village in Kasol, and the Billing Valley in Bir.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Raghunath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Paragliding in Manali (1.5 hours, INR 3000)
  • Viceregal Lodge (1 hour, INR 20)
  • Dalai Lama Temple Complex (2 hours, free)
  • Kheerganga Trek (6 hours, INR 2000)
  • Paragliding in Bir (1.5 hours, INR 2500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7500
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