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5-Day Adventure Itinerary in Manali in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Solang Valley
    16 minutes (7.5 miles) from Manali

    In the morning, head to Solang Valley for thrilling adventure activities such as paragliding, zorbing, and skiing (July is the off-season for skiing, but the other activities are open). Spend the afternoon trekking to Anjani Mahadev temple, located in the mountains. In the evening, visit the Vashisht temple and hot springs to relax and rejuvenate.

  2. Day 2: Beas Kund Trek
    30 minutes (13.2 miles) from Manali

    Rise early and start the Beas Kund trek to reach the glacial lake by noon, taking in the scenic views of the Pir Panjal range. Have a picnic lunch by the lake and then hike back down to Solang Valley for dinner. Spend the evening enjoying music and bonfire at the campsite.

  3. Day 3: Rohtang Pass
    1 hour 20 minutes (39.3 miles) from Manali

    Today, visit the famous Rohtang Pass, which offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. Enjoy adventure activities like snow biking and snowboarding, if available. Have lunch at the top and then head back to Manali. Spend the evening shopping for souvenirs at the Mall Road.

  4. Day 4: Hampta Pass Trek
    1 hour 20 minutes (39.3 miles) from Manali

    Embark on the Hampta Pass trek, which takes you through lush green valleys and offers stunning views of the Himalayas. Have lunch at the top and then head back down to Manali for dinner. Spend the evening at Old Manali, exploring the quaint cafes and shops.

  5. Day 5: Parvati Valley
    1 hour 45 minutes (50.1 miles) from Manali

    Today, take a day trip to Parvati Valley. Visit the Kheer Ganga hot springs and take a dip in the warm water. Have lunch at one of the cafes and then hike to the Rudra Nag waterfall. Spend the evening at the Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, a famous pilgrimage site.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting Naggar Castle, the Great Himalayan National Park, or the Hadimba Devi Temple. For a side trip, you can head to Kasol, Tosh, or Malana. To maximize your fun, go rafting in the Beas River or try your hand at rock climbing. Don't forget to try local dishes such as momos, thukpa, and siddu.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Solang Valley (6 hours, 2000 INR)
  • Anjani Mahadev temple trek (4 hours, free)
  • Vashisht temple and hot springs (2 hours, free)
  • Beas Kund Trek (8 hours, 3000 INR)
  • Rohtang Pass (10 hours, 5000 INR)
  • Hampta Pass Trek (10 hours, 3500 INR)
  • Parvati Valley day trip (12 hours, 4000 INR)
  • Shopping at Mall Road (2 hours, free)
  • Exploring Old Manali (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 21500 INR
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