Marvellous Manali!

Soulful Escapade into the Mountains – Manali

With snow clad Himalayan peaks in the background and restless rivers flowing through makes Manali a well-endowed temptress to one and all. With fairy-tale like views and spell binding beauty of nature, Manali has become a major tourist attraction, though the surrounding areas are still relatively untouched.

The Indian Vagabundo aims to assist travellers seeking to escape from man-made concrete jungles to the blissful warmth of nature by providing insight and helping you plan a soul enriching holiday without burning a hole in your pocket.

The Mighty Mountains- Sourced from google

Accommodation

Manali caters to all types of travellers, opening up a variety of accommodations to choose from like Hotels priced from INR 999 onwards, to Hostels like Zostel, Rockaway Hostel among others reasonably priced at INR 600 and above. To search similar listings one can visit TripAdvisor.

Places to Visit

The Indian Vagabundo ensures that Manali is not only a place for trance music and hippies but also culture and aesthetics. Manali has gushing streams and mighty mountains making it a surreal creation of God. The Indian Vagabundo helps you narrow down the best options for you, when you visit Manali, providing you with the experience of a lifetime.

Hadimba Temple – The Temple is located right in the heart of the city, this much-revered wood-and-stone temple, constructed in 1553, stands in a clearing in the cedar forest.

Solang Valley – Solang Valley is quiet and is best approached by road. The drive up to Solang is extremely picturesque. One can experience thrilling activities like paragliding and zorbing, also treat yourself to the local roadside eateries serving delicious Chinese food.

Old Manali – This side of town is a paradise for Hippies and people wanting to escape from the stressful noise of the cities to peaceful serenity, from sweet little eateries and cafes that serve your favourite continental food at unbelievably low prices, to small shops selling souvenirs and local art, many foreigners gravitate towards the beauty that is Old Manali.

Rohtang Pass – A beautiful and popular spot in Manali with more than 25 lakh visitors every year. In winter, the mountains at the Rohtang Pass are completely covered in snow and it is impossible to get there. Hence, the pass remains closed during winters (from October) and generally opens again in May.

Vashisth (Hot Springs)– Just a few kilometres away is another small village that is frequently visited for its famous hot mineral springs.

Old Manali - Sourced from google

Places to Eat

Café 1947 – This vintage and traditional Italian café hails to be the first music café in Manali and is located on the banks of the River Manalsu. Relish your meal, read a book, play your favourite tunes or even start up an impromptu gig, Café 1947 will surely be a part of some of your best moments in Manali.

Johnson’s Bar and Restaurant – Johnson's Bar & Restaurant is a charming Italian joint in Manali. The restaurant Trout and is a major attraction for all fish lovers and also boasts about its well-stocked bar that serves a good selection of wines, liquors, exotic cocktails and shooters.

Drifters’ Inn – A restaurant-café that attracts a major number of foreigners due to its hearty breakfasts and international dishes from eggs Florentine to Thai curries which can be relished while enjoying live music performances by local artists.

Cafe 1947 - Sourced from google

For Adrenaline Junkies

Trekking – Manali is an absolute delight for adventurers looking to take on the jagged hills. A great base camp for treks, Manali’s Mountaineering Institute offers several types of high altitude hiking and rock climbing opportunities.

Skiing – A thrill for adventure lovers while touring Manali, as they can indulge in some high adrenaline skiing sessions in the snow-clad mountains that surround the hill station. Go for heli-skiing or yak-skiing to make your experience unforgettable.

River-Rafting – The River Beas comes across as a perfect avenue for adventurers to indulge in some exhilarating rafting action amidst grade II and III rapids. Get your adrenaline pumping with water adventure activities such as canoeing, kayaking and of course, white water rafting.

Zorbing – Zorbing, a one-of-its-kind adventure sport wherein a person is slid into a huge transparent plastic zorb ball which is then rolled down a mountain slope. It is surely not to be missed while in Manali.

Skiing in Manali - Sourced by google

The Indian Vagabundo understands how expensive planning holidays can be. We aim to help you enjoy your vacations comfortably without having to spend exorbitantly. That is why The Indian Vagabundo highly recommends Manali for your next budget holiday. Happy travelling!