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Rajkot to Manali Family Friendly Itinerary in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore Rajkot
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Rajkot Airport

    In the morning, visit the Rotary Dolls Museum, home to over 1,400 dolls from around the world. In the afternoon, head to the Watson Museum, which features exhibits on Gujarat's history. In the evening, explore the lively street food scene at the Race Course Tower.

  2. Day 2: Ahmedabad's Wonders
    3 hours (215 km) from Rajkot

    Explore the Sabarmati Ashram in the morning, a historic site where Mahatma Gandhi once lived and worked. For lunch, enjoy the delicious Gujarati thali at Vishala. In the evening, head to Kankaria Lake for a leisurely stroll and amusement park rides.

  3. Day 3: Chandigarh's Charm
    11 hours (707 km) from Ahmedabad

    Spend the morning exploring the Rock Garden, a sculpture garden built from industrial and urban waste. For lunch, try the mouth-watering parathas at Pal Dhaba. In the evening, walk around the beautiful Rose Garden, home to over 1,500 varieties of roses.

  4. Day 4: Kullu's Countryside
    4 hours (276 km) from Chandigarh

    Spend the morning exploring the Kullu Shawl Factory, where you can see how traditional shawls are woven. For lunch, try the local delicacy, Dham, at a roadside dhaba. In the evening, take a stroll around the peaceful Naggar Castle.

  5. Day 5: Manali's Magic
    1 hour (40 km) from Kullu

    Start your day with a scenic drive to Solang Valley, where you can try skiing or paragliding. For lunch, enjoy some hot noodles at Johnson's Cafe. In the evening, relax and soak in the hot springs at Vashisht.

  6. Day 6: Manali's Mountains
    30 minutes (10 km) from Vashisht

    In the morning, explore the ancient Hadimba Temple, an intricately carved wooden temple surrounded by cedar forest. For lunch, try the Tibetan momos at Chopsticks. In the evening, take a walk around the Mall Road and shop for souvenirs.

Recommendations

Make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes for exploring the museums and gardens. Don't forget to try the local street food and delicacies. For side trips, consider visiting the Pin Valley National Park or taking a ride on the Kalka-Shimla Railway. To maximize the fun, book adventure sports activities in advance and avoid the peak travel season.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Rotary Dolls Museum (2 hours, Rs. 50)
  • Watson Museum (2 hours, Rs. 100)
  • Vishala (1.5 hours, Rs. 600)
  • Rock Garden (2 hours, Rs. 30)
  • Pal Dhaba (1.5 hours, Rs. 500)
  • Kullu Shawl Factory (2 hours, free)
  • Johnson's Cafe (1 hour, Rs. 300)
  • Hadimba Temple (2 hours, Rs. 50)
  • Chopsticks (1.5 hours, Rs. 400)
  • Estimated Total Costs: Rs. 2,080
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