Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour

Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour

Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour with snow capped mountains, spectacular sight of monasteries and thick vegetation of deodar, oak and pine trees; Himachal is a paradise for peace lovers. Visit Dharamsala, home of Dalai Lama with Dharmasala Tours. It boasts of pristine lakes, lovely temples and quaint buildings. Taking a leisurely walk on the mall road gifts you a heavenly feel. Dalhousie, built on and around five hills is a serene place to enjoy and relax is also included in Dalhousie Tours. Khajjiar, lined with deodar and pine trees is a lovely place to escape for your vacations. Tibetan architecture, lovely lakes and captivating mountain ranges make for a pleasant holiday with Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour.

Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour  we welcome you to a traveler’s paradise.takes you to the most visited tourist destinations of Himachal – Dharmshala and Dalhousie. on the other hand the picture perfect vistas of Dharamshala leave them awe-struck. Further, a visit to Khajjiar while driving towards Dalhousie provides ample opportunities to you for praising the grandeur of nature in Himachal. Dharamshala and Dalhousie are famous hill station in Himachal Pradesh, India. Dharamshala stands at the foot of Dhauladhar and has a magnificent view of snow peeks, deodar and pine forests, tea gardens and beautiful hills. Dharamshala now really has become international, with a number of Tibetan settlements and the residence of Dalai Lama. Dalhousie also famous for its natural beauty.

Day 1 :-Pathankot to Dharamshala (125 kms)
Arrive Pathankot meet and drive to Dharamshala reach and checkin at hotel and over night stay at hotel.

Day 2 :- Dharamshala (Sight Seeing)
After breakfast visit for McLeod Ganj: Fondly referred as the little Lhasa, McLeod Ganj draws more fame from the residence of His Holiness Dalai Lama than anything else. Jwalamukhi Temple: a nearly two-hour excursion would take you to the famous Jwalamukhi Temple and Tatwani, Dharamkot ,Triund back to hotel and over night stay at hotel

Day 3:- Dharamshala to Dalhousie (143 kms /03hrs)
After breakfast checkout and drive to Dalhousiereach and checkin at hotel and later visit to see Panchpula, Panchpula, a beautiful spot, is barely 3 kms. from G.P.O, Subhash Baoli, Just approximately 1 km from G.P.O. is a charming natural spot called Subhash Baoli, Laxmi Narayan Temple, This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and was built more than 150 years ago, back to hotel and over night stay at hotel.

Day 4 :-Dalhousie (Sight Seeing)
After breakfast visit for 4 famous church of Dalhousi, St,Andrew Church, St.Patrick Church, St.Francis Church, St.Jhon Church. back to hotel and over night stay at hotel.

Day 5 :- Dalhousi - Khajjiar - Chamba - Dalhousie (22 kms)
After breakfast visit to Khajjiar & Chamba Dauladhar Mountain, Khajji Naga Shrine, Khajjiar Lake.back , Chaugan, Rang Mahal, Rock Garden At Devi Dehra,back to hotel and over night stay at hotel.

Day 6 :-Dalhousie to Pathankot (110 kms)
After early breakfast checkout and depart to Pathankot to your next destination

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air:

The nearest airport is Kangra Airport at Gaggal (Airport Code: DHM), situated just 14 km south of Dharamshala (around 30 minutes drive) and 28 km from McLeod Ganj. Daily scheduled flights operate from New Delhi (Indira Gandhi International Airport - DEL) and Chandigarh. Private taxis and prepaid cabs are available right outside the airport terminal.

By Train:

The principal broad-gauge railhead is Pathankot Railway Station / Pathankot Cantt (Station Code: PTK / PTKC), located 85 km southwest of Dharamshala (approximately 2.5 to 3 hours drive). Prominent superfast trains connecting Pathankot include:

• New Delhi – Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Vande Bharat Express (Train 22439/22440): Stopping at Pathankot Cantt in just 5 hours from Delhi.
• Jammu Mail, Dhauladhar Express & Uttar Sampark Kranti: Daily direct services from Old Delhi Junction (DLI) and New Delhi.
• Kangra Valley Toy Train: A picturesque heritage narrow-gauge railway operates between Pathankot and Kangra railway station (18 km from Dharamshala).

By Road:

Dharamshala is smoothly connected with Delhi NCR, Punjab, and Chandigarh via well-maintained national highways:

• From Delhi NCR (~475 km / 8.5 to 9 hours): Drive via NH-44 through Panipat, Karnal, Ambala, Chandigarh, Rupnagar, Anandpur Sahib, Nangal, Una, Amb, Kangra, and Dharamshala along NH-503.
• From Chandigarh (~240 km / 5 to 5.5 hours): A smooth highway drive via Kiratpur, Una, and Kangra.
• State & Private Luxury Buses: HRTC and private operators run round-the-clock Volvo AC and semi-sleeper buses from ISBT Kashmiri Gate, New Delhi, and Sector 43 ISBT, Chandigarh, directly to McLeod Ganj Bus Stand.

Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj feature a rich tapestry of sacred Tibetan monasteries, world-famous mountain cricket arenas, high-altitude alpine treks, gushing waterfalls, and colonial stone churches:

1. HPCA International Cricket Stadium (Scenic Dhauladhar Snow Wall Backdrop)

Situated at an altitude of 1,457 meters, the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium is widely celebrated as the most picturesque cricket venue on planet Earth. Featuring traditional Tibetan pagoda-style grandstand roofs and open boundary views facing the towering, permanent snow walls of the Dhauladhar Range, the stadium regularly hosts high-profile IPL and ICC World Cup matches.

HPCA Stadium — World's Most Breathtaking International Cricket Ground in Dharamshala

2. Tsuglagkhang Complex & Namgyal Monastery (Dalai Lama Temple)

The spiritual epicentre of Tibetan Buddhism in exile, the Tsuglagkhang Complex in McLeod Ganj houses the official residence of the 14th Dalai Lama, the sacred Namgyal Monastery, and the Tibet Museum. Pilgrims and travelers can perform the sacred Kora walking meditation along the prayer-wheel-lined forest path, view magnificent gilded statues of Gautama Buddha and Avalokiteshvara, and witness monastic debates in the central courtyard.

Tsuglagkhang Complex — The Sacred Main Monks' Hall and Dalai Lama Temple in McLeod Ganj

3. Triund Alpine Ridge Trek & Dhauladhar Snow Wall (2,828 m — 9 km Hike)

Perched high on a grassy mountain crest at 2,828 meters (9,278 feet), Triund is one of Northern India's most famous and rewarding trekking trails. Starting from Galu Temple or Bhagsu, the 9 km trail climbs through dense rhododendron and deodar forests, opening onto an alpine meadow that sits directly beneath the sheer snow-clad granite spires of the Moon Peak and Indrahar Pass.

Triund Hill Top — Spectacular High-Altitude Camping Ridge Overlooking the Dhauladhar Range

4. Bhagsu Waterfall & Ancient Bhagsunag Shiva Temple (McLeod Ganj)

Located 2 km east of McLeod Ganj, Bhagsunag is a revered freshwater pilgrimage site centered around an ancient stone temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and freshwater natural bathing pools. A short 1 km stone-paved trail past bohemian mountain cafes leads to the roaring 20-meter Bhagsu Waterfall cascading over dark slate rocks into a rocky mountain gorge.

Bhagsu Waterfall — Popular Mountain Cascade and Fresh Spring Stream Near McLeod Ganj

5. St. John in the Wilderness Neo-Gothic Church (Est. 1852)

Hidden deep within a tranquil cedar and deodar forest between Forsyth Ganj and McLeod Ganj, St. John in the Wilderness is a historic 1852 neo-Gothic stone church. It features exquisite Belgian stained-glass windows and a historic graveyard housing the memorial of Lord Elgin, the Viceroy of India who died here in 1863.

St. John in the Wilderness — Historic 1852 British Neo-Gothic Church in the Cedar Woods of Dharamshala

6. Norbulingka Institute & Traditional Tibetan Arts Centre (Sidhpura)

Located 8 km south in Sidhpura, the Norbulingka Institute was founded to preserve authentic Tibetan artistic traditions. Modeled after the Dalai Lama's summer palace in Lhasa, the campus features Japanese-style water gardens, koi ponds, and active craft workshops where master artisans practice Thanka painting, woodcarving, silk appliqué, and metal statue sculpture.

7. Gyuto Tantric Monastery (Seat of the Karmapa — Sidhbari)

Perched on a scenic hill in Sidhbari, Gyuto Monastery is a world-renowned Tibetan tantric monastery celebrated for its deep harmonic chanting, philosophical studies, and magnificent golden Shakyamuni Buddha statue set against snow peaks.

8. Naddi Village Sunset Viewpoint & Kareri Dal Lake Trail

Situated at 2,000 meters above McLeod Ganj, Naddi Village offers the closest, most dramatic panoramic views of the Dhauladhar peaks and the sprawling Kangra Valley. Nearby lies the tranquil holy pond of Dal Lake, shaded by ancient deodars and hosting an annual Lord Shiva fair.

9. Kangra Fort & Masrur Monolithic Rock-Cut Temples (Day Trip)

A short excursion into the Kangra Valley leads to Kangra Fort, India's oldest recorded fort (built by the Katoch dynasty over 1,000 years ago), and the 8th-century monolithic rock-cut shrines of Masrur, often called the *Ellora of the Himalayas*.