₹12,000 - ₹15,000
Tour details
- Location: Kangra District, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude: ~1,457 m (4,780 ft)
- Famous For: Tibetan culture, monasteries, Himalayan views, tea gardens, and peaceful hill vibes.
- Nearby: McLeod Ganj (upper Dharamshala) — home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile.
Arrival & Local Exploration
Morning:
Arrive at Dharamshala (via overnight Volvo from Delhi or by cab from Pathankot railway station – 85 km).
Check-in to your hotel in Dharamshala or McLeod Ganj. Freshen up and relax.
Afternoon:
Visit Dharamshala Cricket Stadium (HPCA Stadium) – one of the most scenic cricket grounds in the world.
Explore the War Memorial, dedicated to Himachali soldiers.
Walk through the Dharamshala market for souvenirs and local crafts.
Evening:
Visit St. John in the Wilderness Church, set amidst deodar trees.
Dinner at a café in McLeod Ganj (try Illiterati Café or Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen).
Overnight: Dharamshala or McLeod Ganj.
McLeod Ganj Sightseeing
Morning:
After breakfast, visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex – the spiritual and cultural heart of Tibetan Buddhism in India.
Explore Namgyal Monastery and Tibet Museum nearby.
Afternoon:
Visit Bhagsunag Temple and Bhagsu Waterfall, a beautiful walk from the temple.
Continue to Shiva Café (above Bhagsu Falls) for a chilled vibe and panoramic views.
Evening:
Explore the McLeod Ganj Market – shop for Tibetan handicrafts, prayer wheels, and woollens.
Try momos or thukpa at a local café.
Overnight: McLeod Ganj.
Adventure & Nature
Option 1 – Triund Trek (Moderate Trek):
Early morning, start the Triund Trek (9 km one way, 4–5 hours from McLeod Ganj).
Enjoy stunning views of the Dhauladhar Range and Kangra Valley.
You can return the same evening or camp overnight at Triund if weather permits.
Option 2 – Local Scenic Tour (if not trekking):
Visit Naddi View Point for breathtaking views of the snow-clad mountains.
Explore Dal Lake, a peaceful spot surrounded by deodar trees.
Visit Norbulingka Institute, dedicated to preserving Tibetan art and culture.
Evening:
Return to hotel and relax. Optional yoga or meditation class in McLeod Ganj.
Overnight: Dharamshala or McLeod Ganj.
Kangra Valley & Departure
Morning:
After breakfast, check out and drive towards Kangra Fort – one of the oldest forts in India with panoramic valley views.
Visit Masroor Rock Cut Temples (optional, 40 km away) – ancient rock-carved temples similar to Ajanta–Ellora style.
Afternoon:
Visit Tea Gardens of Dharamshala – short guided walk through lush plantations.
Enjoy lunch and depart for your onward journey (Delhi / Pathankot / Chandigarh).