Manali3days- 3
- Days
- 30
- Activities
- 1
- Location
- 9
- Meals out
- 07:00
- Earliest start
Budget Manali Adventure & Culture Highlight
An affordable three-day itinerary through Manali featuring sacred temples, vibrant local markets, mountain treks, riverfront spots, and rich Himalayan tradition.
- Food stops
- Outdoors
- Temples & shrines
- Sights
- Markets & shops
- Road trips
- budget
- friends
- solo
- couples
- manali
- himalayas
- nature
Day by day
Day 1
Old Manali Heritage & Local Life10 ActivitiesStart the day with morning yoga followed by visits to historic temples, Old Manali village lanes, local handicraft markets, and Mall Road.
- 07:0008:00
OutdoorSunrise Yoga Session
07:00 – 08:00Begin the day with an energizing outdoor yoga session amidst fresh mountain air.
- 08:1509:15
FoodBreakfast at Cafe 1947
08:15 – 09:15Enjoy a hearty riverside breakfast with fresh coffee and breakfast dishes.
- 09:3011:00
SightseeingVisit Hadimba Devi Temple
09:30 – 11:00Explore the iconic 16th-century wooden temple nestled inside a dense cedar forest.
- entryFree
- 11:1512:30
SightseeingVisit to Manu Temple
11:15 – 12:30Walk up to the ancient temple dedicated to Sage Manu in Old Manali.
- entryFree
- 12:4513:45
FoodLunch at Dylan's Toasted and Roasted Coffee House
12:45 – 13:45Sample fresh bakery goods, coffee, and light meals popular with travellers.
- 14:0015:30
SightseeingExplore Old Manali
14:00 – 15:30Wander through cobblestone paths lined with traditional houses and quirky cafes.
- entryFree
- 15:4517:00
SightseeingShopping at Old Manali Market
15:45 – 17:00Browse stall offerings including woolens, jewellery, and local handicrafts.
- entryFree
- 17:1518:45
OutdoorManali Village Tour
17:15 – 18:45Take a guided outdoor walking tour through nearby rural villages to learn about local mountain life.
- 19:3020:30
FoodDinner at Chopsticks Restaurant
19:30 – 20:30Dine on Tibetan and North Indian dishes right near the central town market.
- 20:4522:00
ShoppingExplore Mall Road
20:45 – 22:00Stroll down Manali's main commercial avenue for evening shopping and street snacks.
Day 2
Solang Valley & Alpine Outdoors10 ActivitiesSpend the day outdoor trekking in Solang Valley, trying sports, visiting thermal springs, and cruising on a rental bike.
- 07:0008:15
OutdoorMorning Trek to Solang Valley
07:00 – 08:15Hike early towards Solang Valley along scenic mountain tracks.
- 08:3009:30
FoodBreakfast at Johnson's Cafe
08:30 – 09:30Fuel up with fresh bread, egg dishes, and hot tea in a garden setting.
- 09:4511:15
OutdoorVisit to Solang Valley
09:45 – 11:15Take in expansive views of snow-capped peaks and open meadows in Solang.
- 11:3012:45
OutdoorParagliding in Solang Valley
11:30 – 12:45Experience tandem paragliding over the open valley floor.
- 13:0014:00
FoodLunch at Fat Plate Cafe
13:00 – 14:00Enjoy home-style Himachali and continental lunch prepared with local produce.
- 14:1515:30
OutdoorRiverfront Picnic at Nehru Kund
14:15 – 15:30Relax beside the natural cold water spring named after Jawaharlal Nehru.
- 15:4517:00
OutdoorVisit Vashisht Hot Springs
15:45 – 17:00Soak in or view the natural thermal sulfur springs near Vashisht village.
- 17:1518:45
OutdoorSelf ride Bike Rental for Single or Multiple days
17:15 – 18:45Pick up a rental motorcycle or scooter to ride along scenic valley backroads.
- 19:3020:30
FoodDinner at Sunshine Cafe
19:30 – 20:30Savor cozy evening meals including pastas, trout, and herbal drinks.
- 20:4522:00
SightseeingChill at Manali Club House
20:45 – 22:00Unwind in the evening with indoor games, lawn seating, and river views.
- entryFree
Day 3
Waterfalls, Naggar Castle & Cultural Heritage10 ActivitiesHike to Jogini Falls, visit spiritual monasteries, explore historic Naggar Castle, and end with an evening cultural performance.
- 07:0008:30
OutdoorTrek to Jogini Falls
07:00 – 08:30Hike up through apple orchards and pine forests to reach the multi-tiered Jogini waterfall.
- 08:4509:30
FoodBreakfast at The Lazy Dog Cafe
08:45 – 09:30Eat breakfast alongside the river in a relaxed cafe atmosphere.
- 09:4511:00
SightseeingVisit to the Tibetan Monasteries
09:45 – 11:00Observe intricate murals, prayer wheels, and peaceful grounds at Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa.
- entryFree
- 11:1512:30
OutdoorRelax by the Beas River
11:15 – 12:30Sit on the rocky banks of the rushing Beas River to soak in the mountain landscape.
- 12:4513:45
FoodLunch at Drifters' Cafe
12:45 – 13:45Enjoy budget-friendly sandwiches, burgers, and hot beverages.
- 14:0015:15
SightseeingExplore Naggar Castle
14:00 – 15:15Tour the historic stone and wood castle built by Raja Sidh Singh with views over Kullu Valley.
- entryFree
- 15:3016:45
SightseeingArt and Culture at Nicholas Roerich Museum
15:30 – 16:45View paintings and memorabilia of the famous Russian artist who made Naggar his home.
- entryFree
- 17:0018:45
SightseeingPrivate Full day Manali City Tour
17:00 – 18:45Join a comprehensive sightseeing tour covering key cultural spots across town.
- entryINR 3497
- 19:3020:30
FoodDinner at Il Forno
19:30 – 20:30Indulge in wood-fired pizzas and homemade pastas at an rustic hill cafe.
- 20:4522:00
SightseeingEvening Cultural Show at Kullu
20:45 – 22:00Watch traditional Himachali folk dance and music performances in the evening.
- entryFree
