Manali in 3 Days: A Practical Itinerary

Three days is enough to see Manali’s highlights without rushing. Here is a simple plan you can adapt.

Day 1: Old town and temples

• Morning: Hadimba Devi Temple and the cedar forest.
• Midday: Manu Temple and lunch in the old town.
• Afternoon: stroll the Mall Road and shop for woollens.
• Evening: relax at a cafe in Old Manali.

Day 2: Valleys and adventure

• Morning: drive to Solang Valley for the meadows or snow.
• Afternoon: try paragliding, zipline or a ropeway ride depending on the season.
• Late afternoon: Vashisht hot springs.

Day 3: Slow morning and sky dining

• Morning: walk to Jogini Falls.
• Afternoon: souvenir shopping and a long lunch.
• Evening: a FlyDining session above the valley.

Choose a session that suits your schedule on our Manali page. Seats are sold only online, and it is best to book before you arrive.

Planning notes

• Allow extra time for mountain roads.
• Keep one buffer morning in case of weather.
• Pack layers for the cool evenings.