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3-Day Himachal Side Itinerary for Family Friendly Travelers in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Shimla
    2 hours 30 minutes (70.5 km) from Chandigarh Airport

    In the morning, visit The Ridge to enjoy the scenic beauty of Shimla, stroll around the famous Mall Road for shopping and have lunch at Café Sol. In the afternoon, explore the Jakhu Temple, dedicate some time to Kali Bari Temple, and head to the Christ Church. In the evening, visit the Viceregal Lodge and enjoy the sunset from the Scandal Point.

  2. Day 2: Manali
    6 hours 20 minutes (248 km) from Shimla

    Start the day by visiting the Hadimba Devi Temple and the Manu Temple. Then, head to the Solang Valley for adventure activities like paragliding and zorbing. In the afternoon, enjoy the scenic beauty of the Rohtang Pass and have lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, visit the Vashisht Temple and take a dip in the hot water springs.

  3. Day 3: Dharamshala
    5 hours 30 minutes (238 km) from Manali

    In the morning, visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex and explore the Tibetan Museum. Then, take a stroll in the beautiful Kangra Fort and visit the Masroor Rock Cut Temple. In the afternoon, enjoy a picnic at the Bhagsu Waterfall and have lunch at a local restaurant. In the evening, visit the St. John in the Wilderness Church and enjoy the sunset at the Naddi Viewpoint.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider taking a side trip to McLeod Ganj, home to the Dalai Lama, and enjoy the scenic beauty of Palampur. You can also take a toy train ride from Shimla to Kalka for a unique experience. Don't forget to try local Himachali cuisine like Dham, Sidu, and Thukpa. To maximize your fun, hire a private cab for the entire trip and make sure to book your accommodations in advance.

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