Manikaran

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Local Exploration

Morning

• Arrival at Bhuntar or Kasol (Bhuntar Airport is the nearest, or via road from Kullu/Manali)
  
  

• Drive to Manikaran Sahib (around 35 km from Bhuntar, ~1.5 hrs drive)
  
  

• Check-in at hotel/guesthouse in Manikaran or Kasol
  
  

Midday

• Visit Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara
  
  

  • Take a dip in the hot springs (kunds)
    
    

  • Enjoy Langar (free community meal)
    
    

  • Explore the temple complex (includes Ram Temple and Shiv Temple)
    
    

Afternoon

• Walk around the Parvati River banks
  
  

• Visit Harinder Mountain Viewpoint
  
  

• Optional: Relax in a local café in Kasol (if staying there)
  
  

Evening

• Return to hotel
  
  

• Enjoy local Himachali cuisine
  
  

• Optional: Bonfire & stargazing
  
  

Day 2: Nature & Nearby Attractions

Morning

• Early breakfast
  
  

• Short trek or drive to:
  
  

  • Tosh Village (scenic mountain village, ~21 km away)
    
    

  • Or Kheerganga Trek (if you're up for a short trek, best started early — full-day trek)
    
    

 Midday

• Lunch at a mountain café (in Tosh/Kasol depending on location)
  
  

• Explore local shops for souvenirs or woolens
  
  

Afternoon

• Return to base (Kasol/Manikaran)
  
  

• Drive back to Bhuntar or proceed to next destination (like Kullu or Manali)