Himalayan Escape: 10-Day Journey from Shimla to Amritsar via Kasol, Manali & Dalhousie

✅ Jakhu Temple – A Hanuman temple offering panoramic views (car parking not accessible for larger vehicles)

✅ Kufri & Kufri Zoo – Perfect for horse rides and snow activities (4x4 vehicle/horse not included)

✅ Green Valley – A serene spot for photo lovers

🏡 Overnight stay in Shimla

Enjoy a scenic drive to the heart of Himachal's hippie culture.

✅ Sundernagar Lake – Peaceful stop on the way

✅ Banglamukhi Temple Ropeway

✅ Pandoh Dam – Beautiful reservoir on River Beas

✅ Parvati River & Valley – Enjoy serene riverside views

✅ Kasol Market – Popular for cafés, handicrafts & Israeli food

🏡 Overnight stay in Kasol

A spiritual and adventurous day!

✅ Manikaran Sahib – Famous hot springs and Gurudwara

✅ Vaishno Devi Temple, Kullu

✅ Shawl Factory Visit – Learn about Himachali weaving

✅ Adventure Points:

River Rafting

Paragliding

Hot Air Ballooning (activities at your own cost)

🏡 Overnight stay in Manali

Discover the cultural charm of this hill town.

✅ Hidimba Devi Temple – Ancient wooden temple in cedar forest

✅ Van Vihar – Peaceful nature park

✅ Club House – Fun activities and local food

✅ Bodh Monastery – Reflective Buddhist space

🏡 Overnight stay in Manali

A day of snow and adventure!

✅ Nehru Kund & Palchan Bridge – Scenic photo points

✅ Solang Valley – Activities like skiing, zip-lining, ATV rides

✅ Atal Tunnel – One of the world’s longest high-altitude road tunnels

✅ Dhundi & Sissu (optional with extra cost)

✅ Rohtang Pass (optional if open & permits obtained)

🏡 Overnight stay in Manali 

Drive through scenic valleys and spiritual spots.

✅ Kullu Valley – Gorgeous views along the river

✅ Mandi – A small town along the Beas River

✅ Baijnath Temple – Ancient Shiva temple

✅ Palampur Tea Gardens – Lush green landscapes

🏡 Overnight stay in Dharamshala

Explore Tibetan culture and mountain spirituality.

✅ Bhagsunag Temple & Waterfall

✅ Dal Lake – Small sacred lake

✅ Dalai Lama Monastery & Namgyal Monastery

✅ McLeod Ganj Market – Tibetan souvenirs

🏡 Overnight stay in Dalhousie

✅ Khajjiar – Known as “Mini Switzerland of India” with pine forests, meadows, and a central lake

Drive toward Punjab in the afternoon.

🏡 Overnight stay in Amritsar 

✅ Golden Temple – Spiritual center of Sikhism

✅ Wagah Border Ceremony – Indo-Pak retreat parade (patriotic & thrilling)

✅ Jallianwala Bagh – A historical memorial site

🎯 Drop at Amritsar Railway Station by 5 PM