5-Day Budget Manali Mountain & Culture Explorer

Start your journey with morning yoga before discovering sacred temples, local heritage, and historic streets in Old Manali.

1. 06:30|07:30
   

   Outdoor

   Sunrise Yoga Session

   06:30 – 07:30

   Participate in a refreshing early morning yoga practice surrounded by mountain views.

2. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe 1947

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast with riverside seating in Old Manali.

3. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Hadimba Devi Temple

   09:15 – 10:30

   Explore the historic wooden temple dedicated to Goddess Hadimba nestled in cedar forests.

   • entryFree
4. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Manu Temple

   10:45 – 12:15

   Walk up to the ancient shrine of Sage Manu overlooking the Beas valley.

   • entryFree
5. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Dylan's Toasted and Roasted Coffee House

   12:30 – 13:30

   Savour light budget meals and freshly brewed coffee in Old Manali.

6. 13:45|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Private Full day Manali City Tour

   13:45 – 16:45

   Take a guided overview tour around Manali's primary historical and cultural highlights.

   • entryINR 3497
7. 17:00|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Old Manali

   17:00 – 18:30

   Stroll past traditional wooden houses, bohemian cafes, and local handicraft shops.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Chopsticks Restaurant

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on affordable Tibetan and Asian dishes on Mall Road.

Spend the day enjoying natural springs, trekking to scenic waterfalls, and relaxing by the river.

1. 07:00|08:00
   

   Outdoor

   Visit Vashisht Hot Springs

   07:00 – 08:00

   Bathe in the warm natural sulfur springs in Vashisht village.

2. 08:15|09:15
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Drifter's Cafe

   08:15 – 09:15

   Hearty breakfast with eggs, pancakes, and tea in Old Manali.

3. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Trek to Jogini Falls

   09:30 – 11:30

   Hike through pine trees and apple orchards to reach Jogini Waterfalls.

4. 11:45|13:15
   

   Outdoor

   Manali Village Tour

   11:45 – 13:15

   Walk through traditional mountain hamlets to learn about local Himachali lifestyles.

5. 13:30|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Sunshine Cafe

   13:30 – 14:30

   Sample trout specialities and local meals at a relaxed cafe.

6. 14:45|16:15
   

   Outdoor

   Riverfront Picnic at Nehru Kund

   14:45 – 16:15

   Enjoy the refreshing mountain air near the natural cold water spring.

7. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Relax by the Beas River

   16:30 – 18:00

   Unwind on the riverbanks watching the clear waters flow through the valley.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Johnson's Cafe

   19:30 – 20:30

   Enjoy dinner in a garden restaurant setting.

Head into Solang Valley for a morning hike, thrilling outdoor adventures, and two-wheeled exploration.

1. 07:00|08:30
   

   Outdoor

   Morning Trek to Solang Valley

   07:00 – 08:30

   Trek up scenic mountain trails leading into the wide pastures of Solang Valley.

2. 08:45|09:45
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Live Open Bistro

   08:45 – 09:45

   Enjoy outdoor morning dining in Solang.

3. 10:00|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Visit to Solang Valley

   10:00 – 11:30

   Explore the vibrant adventure hub surrounded by snow-capped peaks.

4. 11:45|13:00
   

   Outdoor

   Paragliding in Solang Valley

   11:45 – 13:00

   Soar over Solang Valley for incredible panoramic views of the Himalayas.

5. 13:15|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mount View Restaurant

   13:15 – 14:15

   Fuel up with North Indian and local Himachali dishes.

6. 14:30|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Self ride Bike Rental for Single or Multiple days

   14:30 – 16:00

   Pick up a rental motorcycle to explore surrounding mountain passes at your own pace.

7. 16:15|18:30
   

   Outdoor

   Mountain Biking through Rohtang Pass

   16:15 – 18:30

   Ride high mountain tracks along the scenic Rohtang road corridor.

8. 19:30|20:30
   

   Food

   Dinner at Il Forno

   19:30 – 20:30

   Dine on wood-fired pizzas in an historic orchard setting.

Discover art history at Naggar Castle before snowshoeing in Sethan and river rafting down the Beas.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Naggar Castle Restaurant

   08:00 – 09:00

   Breakfast with valley views inside Naggar Castle premises.

2. 09:15|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Naggar Castle

   09:15 – 11:00

   Visit the 15th-century wood and stone castle overlooking the Kullu Valley.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Art and Culture at Nicholas Roerich Museum

   11:15 – 12:30

   View paintings and cultural exhibits by Russian artist Nicholas Roerich.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at German Bakery Naggar

   12:45 – 13:45

   Fresh pastries, sandwiches, and coffee for a quick budget lunch.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Snowshoeing in Sethan Village, Manali

   14:00 – 16:00

   Experience winter trail walking through snowcovered forests in Sethan.

6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   River Rafting on Beas River

   16:30 – 18:00

   Navigate exciting whitewater rapids along the Beas River.

7. 18:30|20:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening Cultural Show at Kullu

   18:30 – 20:00

   Watch folk dances and traditional musical performances in Kullu.

   • entryFree
8. 20:15|21:15
   

   Food

   Dinner at Fat Plate Cafe

   20:15 – 21:15

   Home-style cooking served in a cozy garden setting near Kullu.

Conclude your trip exploring Tibetan monasteries, motorbiking culture, jeep safari routes, and Mall Road souvenirs.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Lazy Dog

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast on the deck alongside the Manalsu stream.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to the Tibetan Monasteries

   09:15 – 10:45

   Explore peaceful prayer halls and intricate thangka art at local Tibetan monasteries.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Chill at Manali Club House

   11:00 – 12:30

   Relax at this popular recreation center featuring indoor games and river park space.

   • entryFree
4. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Cafe Amigos

   12:45 – 13:45

   Affordable pizzas and pasta in central Manali.

5. 14:00|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Leh Ladakh Bike Trip

   14:00 – 16:00

   Get an orientation on high-altitude Himalayan motorbiking circuits and trip planning.

   • entryINR 73596
6. 16:15|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Mountain Jeep Safari

   16:15 – 18:00

   Take an off-road jeep drive into rugged terrain around Manali.

7. 18:15|19:30
   

   Shopping

   Explore Mall Road

   18:15 – 19:30

   Shop for Himachal shawls, wooden handicrafts, and souvenirs along central Mall Road.

8. 19:45|20:45
   

   Food

   Dinner at Corner House Restaurant

   19:45 – 20:45

   Farewell dinner featuring North Indian and international dishes on Mall Road.