Manali, amidst the hilly slopes, is a paradise for mountain lovers with spell-binding views, charming streams, the fairy-tale-like fog surrounding little hidden cottages, and a lingering scent of pines and freshness. Oh, and you can ride a yak or ride your bike up the famous Rohtang pass to Leh, the valley of the gods. Manali suits the needs of every kind of travel mindset. A family looking for some bonding time, a couple for some peace and quiet, solo travelers for some solitude or a group of friends seeking an adventure.

Manali is easily India’s summer vacation capital. From backpackers to enthusiastic tourists, Manali entertains all kinds of travelers. It’s often used as a base by adventurers to trek the nearby valleys and mountains as well as indulge in some adventure sports. On the other hand, Manali is an equally delighting place for the quiet traveler as well, with its green valleys and the ever-magnificent Beas River. 

Old Manali is where all the backpackers and tourists head and use it as a base as there is a plethora of funky cafés, restaurants, boho shops, and bars to hang out.Manali was a prominent location on the hippie trail and ever since has been a Himalayan bohemian town.It’s often called the ‘Goa of the north’ as a lot of people escape here from the heavy monsoon rains in the south.There aren’t a lot of things to do in Old Manali so to speak, in terms of sightseeing as the views are all around you!

Typical scenes are backpackers chilling out in cafés taking it easy or shopping for tailored clothes!The beautiful Beas river lies at the bottom of the town and is a beautiful place to go and bask in the sun!This is also where some of the wonderful Himalayan fish comes from on the restaurant menus.