4 Nights / 5 Days
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4 Nights / 5 Days
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Dharamshala Sightseeing Itinerary 4 Nights 5 Days
Dharamshala(4N)
4.5 (201 Reviews)
96 Agents for Dharamshala
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$ 130*
$ 15,000
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival and Exploration of McLeodganj
- Arrival in Dharamshala.
- Transfer to your hotel in McLeod Ganj.
- Check in at your hotel and enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit the Dalai Lama Temple Complex (Tsuglagkhang Temple).
- Explore the Tibetan Museum just next door. It provides a great insight into the history and culture of Tibet, along with the Tibetan struggle and the life of the Dalai Lama.
- After the temple visit, take a walk to the McLeod Ganj Market. The market is bustling with vibrant Tibetan crafts, jewelry, woolen clothes, and souvenirs.
- Walk towards Naddi Viewpoint (about 4 km from McLeod Ganj).
- Optionally, visit Dal Lake, a peaceful spot with a small temple.
- You can also visit St. John’s Church in the Wilderness, a quiet church located in the forest area.
- Overnight stay at your hotel in McLeod Ganj.
Day 2 Bhagsu Waterfall, Bhagsunag Temple, and Local Culture
- After having breakfast visit Bhagsunag Temple (around 3 km from McLeod Ganj). This ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is an important pilgrimage site.
- From the temple, take a short trek to Bhagsu Waterfall.
- Visit the Tushita Meditation Centre, a Buddhist center that offers short-term meditation courses.
- If you're interested in Tibetan crafts, visit the Norbulingka Institute (approximately 12 km from McLeod Ganj), which focuses on preserving Tibetan arts and culture.
- Overnight stay at your hotel in McLeod Ganj.
Day 3 Adventure Day – Triund Trek and Dharamshala Local Attractions
- Breakfast at your hotel.
- Begin your day with the Triund Trek, one of the most popular trekking destinations from McLeod Ganj. The trek is about 7-8 km one way and takes 4-5 hours to reach the top (depending on your pace).
- If you decide to return the same day, descend back to McLeod Ganj by late afternoon.
- If you still have time and energy, visit Kangra Fort (around 20 km from Dharamshala). Explore the fort’s architecture, museum, and scenic surroundings.
- Spend a relaxed evening at Dharamshala Cricket Stadium.
- Overnight stay at your hotel in McLeod Ganj.
Day 4 Day Trip to Palampur or Kangra Valley
- Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel.
- For a relaxing day trip, head to Palampur (35 km from Dharamshala), a beautiful town famous for its tea gardens and scenic beauty.
- You can visit the Tea Gardens and the Baijnath Temple (an ancient Shiva temple).
- Alternatively, visit Kangra Valley and explore the picturesque landscape with charming villages, rivers, and hills.
- Continue exploring the area’s natural beauty, including the Sula Khad River or Bamboo Village in Palampur.
- Return to Dharamshala in the evening.
- If time permits, visit the War Memorial in Dharamshala to pay homage to the soldiers of Himachal Pradesh who lost their lives in wars
- Overnight stay at your hotel in McLeod Ganj.
Day 5 Departure
- Have your last breakfast at the hotel.
- If you're leaving Dharamshala, check out from your hotel and proceed to your onward journey (by road, train, or flight).
Package Policies
- 4 nights' stay in a comfortable hotel in McLeod Ganj on twin/double sharing basis.
- 4 breakfasts at the hotel.
- Airport/Railway station transfers in Dharamshala.
- Guided sightseeing as per the itinerary (excluding Triund Trek).
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned attractions as per the itinerary.
- Transportation to and from Dharamshala.
- Meals other than breakfast.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Tips, laundry, phone calls, and other personal expenses.
- Porter charges, guide charges, and any other expenses related to the trek.
- Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under "Inclusions."
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Agent: Royal Adventure Tours
Mayur • 5 days ago
Service
Nothing
Agent: The Himalayan Safar
Istekhar • 6 days ago
Thank you for arranging such a wonderful trip. Everything went very well and we (Read More)had a great time. We are especially grateful to the owner Mr. (Jagdish sir) And his Driver Tilak bhai for all of his arranging and hospitality. This was the fun and memorable trip.
Agent: The Himalayan Safar
Sumana • a week ago
Excellent
Agent: Holiday Advisor
Farokh • a month ago
Thank you Neha,a very well planned short holiday trip,packed with excellent exci (Read More)tement.
Hats off to the driver, jerman singh an excellent calm person by nature and always provided services with a smile.
Even the arrangements for the joy rides and peragliding were flawless.
Overall a 5 rating to Neha and her team.
Well done a excellent job and worth full recommendations to them as tour advisers and planners
The hotel in Dharamshala,hotel spring valley by DLS,horrible, no service,rooms o (Read More)utdated staff not polite,take it or leave it attitude.
No more than a 2 star.
Agent: The Himalayan Holidays
Nilkamal • a month ago
It's one of the best travel agencies there could be. Very hospitable and afforda (Read More)ble that comes with a very lucrative package. All the sights, the locations, the hotels and everything was up to the mark. It's worth the money. And above all, the company takes complete responsibility for your comfort stay all throughout the trip. We are really pleased with Himalayan Holidays.
Agent: Himalyan tour club (Himachal Pradesh Holidays)
KAPINJAL • a month ago
It was a great experience with Himalayan Tour Club. It was a 9D8N tour comprisin (Read More)g Shimla-Manali-Dharmshala-Dalhousie. We were provided with a car that remained with us in the entire tour fro/to delhi with the same driver. Driver was very polite, humble and friendly. One Luv Bhardwaj from the club kept in continous touch to know about how the tour was going on. Hotels and the food served were quite good. It was a happy and memorable tour❤️.
Hotel accomodations could be better
4 Nights / 5 Days
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Dharamshala Sightseeing Itinerary 4 Nights 5 Days
Dharamshala(4N)
4.5 (201 Reviews)
96 Agents for Dharamshala
Starting From
$ 130*
$ 15,000
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