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Adventure Itinerary for Shimla, Manali, and Kullu in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Shimla
    Shimla Airport to Mall Road - 19 km (1 hour)

    Explore Mall Road, the heart of Shimla, in the morning. Afternoon, take a hike to Jakhu Temple for a panoramic view of Shimla. In the evening, visit Christ Church, the second oldest church in North India.

  2. Day 2: Shimla to Manali
    Shimla to Manali - 250 km (8 hours)

    Start early to reach Manali via Kullu for river rafting or paragliding. In the afternoon, check-in at the hotel and take a stroll around the local market. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire or cultural dance performance.

  3. Day 3: Solang Valley and Rohtang Pass
    Manali to Solang Valley - 13 km (30 minutes)

    Start early to beat the crowd and drive to Rohtang Pass for snow activities like skiing and snowboarding. Afternoon, visit the picturesque Solang Valley for adventure activities like zorbing and ATV rides. In the evening, relax at Vashisht hot springs.

  4. Day 4: Manali to Kullu
    Manali to Kullu - 40 km (1 hour)

    Drive to Kullu for whitewater rafting or kayaking in the Beas River. In the afternoon, visit the Kullu Shawl Factory and shop for souvenirs. In the evening, visit Raghunath Temple, dedicated to Lord Rama.

  5. Day 5: Naggar Castle and Jana Waterfall
    Kullu to Naggar - 20 km (40 minutes)

    Visit Naggar Castle, a beautiful amalgamation of European and Himalayan architecture. Afternoon, trek to Jana Waterfall through apple orchards and pine forests. In the evening, visit the Himalayan Cultural Centre.

  6. Day 6: Manikaran and Kasol
    Kullu to Manikaran - 35 km (1 hour)

    Visit Manikaran Gurudwara and take a dip in the hot springs. Afternoon, drive to Kasol, also known as Mini Israel, for trekking and camping in the Parvati Valley. In the evening, enjoy Israeli cuisine and live music at a local cafe.

  7. Day 7: Departure from Kullu-Manali Airport
    Kullu to Kullu-Manali Airport - 10 km (30 minutes)

    Depart from Kullu-Manali Airport with memories of a thrilling adventure in the Himalayas.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include Hadimba Temple in Manali, the Great Himalayan National Park in Kullu, and the Shimla Heritage Walk. Side trips to Kinnaur and Spiti Valley are highly recommended. To maximize your fun, plan your itinerary according to the opening and closing times of the attractions and leave some time for leisure activities. Don't forget to pack warm clothes, sunscreen, and comfortable shoes.

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