Activity Manali, India

Explore Manali

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About this activity

Surrounded by majestic hills and woody forests, the quaint charm of Manali has captured the world's attention and has become one of the most visited destinations in India. The pristine River Beas flows right through the town, creating a mesmerising and spellbinding landscape. Nestled at one end of the Kullu Valley, Manali is a popular hill station with attractions such as the Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley nearby.

Highlights

Hadimba Temple
Tibetan monastery
Vashisht Temple

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Donation fee
Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Optional: Lunch
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Stop 1

one hour Admission included

You will be picked up from fixed point / hotel leave for sightseeing.

The 16th century Hadimba Temple is surrounded by cedar forests. The beautiful setting of the temple is a major attraction. The temple is dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bheema, one of the five heroes of the Hindu epic Mahabharata. The wooden doors of the temple are intricately carved and depict the forms of the Earth Goddess, Durga. The temple does not have an idol of the Goddess but a huge stone carrying her footprint is kept there.
Stop 2

30 min Admission included

After the temple, visit a Tibetan monastery and learn about Tibetan culture and customs. Spend some moments in silent contemplation within the peaceful precincts of the monastery.
Vashisht Baths

one hour Admission included

Vashisht Temple is dedicated to the Hindu Sage Vashishta. The water here is believed to have curative properties. Sage Vashishta was the guru (teacher) of the Hindu God Rama. The village was the home of the Vashishta clan until 1534 when the Mughal Emperor Akbar seized the temple and the neighboring villages and banished the descendants of the clan to exile in the Pendjab.
Stop 4

one hour Admission included

Before ending the tour, spend some time browsing through the colorful shops on the Mall. The Mall is the main street of Manali.

Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Manali Grand
OYO 5698 The Destination Manali
Hotel Snow Bird
Hotel Utsav
OYO 30725 Skyway Manali
OYO 8962 Hotel Mai Vrindavan
OYO 30387 Pine View Hotel Manali
Hotel Manu Vatika
Glacier Resort
Hotel Monarch Residency
Bravia Hotel Manali
Hotel Manali Majestic

and 280 more pickup points

From your hotel in Manali

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
Name and gender as on passport, passport number, and expiry date and country of issuance are required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.