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4-Day Itinerary for Manali, Darcha, and Kasol in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Manali
    0 minutes (0 miles) from Manali

    In the morning, visit Hadimba Temple, a 16th-century wooden temple dedicated to Hidimba Devi, wife of Bhima from the Mahabharata. In the afternoon, head to Solang Valley to try paragliding. End the day with a visit to the Manali Club House to play indoor games and enjoy local food.

  2. Day 2: Darcha
    141 km (3 hours 30 minutes) from Manali

    Start your journey to Darcha early in the morning. You will pass through Rohtang Pass, Keylong, and Jispa, where you can stop for a hot lunch. In the evening, reach Darcha and enjoy the natural beauty of this small village. Try local food and spend the night in a homestay.

  3. Day 3: Keylong and Jispa
    22 km (35 minutes) from Darcha

    After breakfast, head to Keylong and visit the Shashur Monastery. Then, stop at Jispa for a picnic lunch by the Bhaga River. In the evening, return to Darcha for dinner and overnight stay.

  4. Day 4: Kasol
    112 km (2 hours 50 minutes) from Darcha

    Begin your journey to Kasol early in the morning. Stop at Tandi to see the beautiful confluence of the Chandra and Bhaga Rivers. In Kasol, visit Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and the hot springs. In the evening, explore the local market and try Israeli food. Spend the night in Kasol.

Recommendations

If you have an extra day, visit the famous Rohtang Pass for skiing and snowboarding. You can also try river rafting in the Beas River. For side trips, visit the nearby villages of Naggar and Tirthan, which offer scenic views and nature walks. To maximize your fun, try local street food and shop for traditional handicrafts.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hadimba Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Paragliding in Solang Valley (2 hours, INR 2500)
  • Manali Club House (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Shashur Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Visit to Jispa (2 hours, free)
  • Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and hot springs (2 hours, free)
  • Explore Kasol market and try Israeli food (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding accommodation): INR 4000
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