No list is complete without the very pristine valley of Manali. Resting amidst two Himalayan Ranges and witness to the gushing streams, Manali is the most popular and favourite summer escape among adventures. Explore the spellbinding natural beauty of the Himalayas trekking at the Hampta Pass. Get chilled with white river rafting on the wild waters of River Beas or shore high in the sky with paragliding . Roll down the sprawling green hills of Solang Valley for some fun.

Rejuvenate and restore your health swimming at the hot Sulphur springs of the villages of Manikaran and Vashisht. Another way to have a refreshing holiday at Manali is pray your heart out at the ancient shrines of Hidimba, Manu and spin the prayer wheel at the Tibetan Monasteries. Or instead just get high with the music at the quaint cafes at old Manali and look hot with coloured tattoos.

Shop at the Tibetan Market and buy the local artefacts, souvenirs, like small prayer wheel, bamboo handicrafts, silver jewellery and the famous hand-woven carpets.