Dharamshala Tour

Dharamshala Tour

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Overview

Tour overview

Are you looking for a short break at a scenic location ? Book your Dharamshala tour and enjoy a memorable stay in the laps of Himalayas. Dharamshala is a beautiful tourist place in Himachal surrounded by lush green deodar forests with a cool climate. It is also the place where the Government in Exile of Tibetan Government is there.Dharamshala Tour also takes you to Mcleodganj which is an equally scenic extension of the Dharamshala Tour. If time permits, you may extend your Dharamshala tour by trekking to Triund, a scenic short trek that does through the Deodar and Rhododendron trees which make you feel out of this world.
Dharamshala tour enjoy a memorable stay in the laps of Himalayas. Dharamshala is a beautiful tourist place in Himachal surrounded by lush green deodar forests with a cool climate.

Tour highlights

Visit Rock Garden & Botanical Garden
Visit Galu Devi
View of Sunset at Naddi village

Destinations covered

Best Time

Mar–Jun & Sep–Nov

Ideal For

Families, Couples, Seniors, Nature Lovers, Photographers

Day by day

Day-by-day itinerary

A carefully paced plan, day by day. Tap any day for the stay, meals and altitude detail.

Welcome aboard to the exciting Dharamshala Tour !! Upon arrival at Chandigarh airport or railway station, our representative would welcome you and take you to your hotel Chandigarh is Union territory and joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. Chandigarh was designed by famous architechts like Le Corbursier, Pierre Jeanneret, Jane Drew and Maxwell Fry. After getting refreshed, go for local sightseeing of Chandigarh. VisitRock Garden, Botanical Garden, Rose Garden Sukhna lake, The Open Hand, The Capitol Complex.
After early breakfast, proceed to Dharamshala. The scenic route through Dhauladhar ranges takes you to Dharamshala, headquarters of Tibetan Government in exile. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Rest of time free for leisure. Overnight stay at Dharamshala. Bhagsunag Falls :Housing the famousBhagsu Templededicated to Lord Shiva, this tourist arrtraction is a must visit place and is located about 2 Kms from Mcleodganj.Dal Lake :Not to be confused with Dal lake of Srinagar, this lake which is situated about 2 Kms from McLeodganj market and is very serene situated along the Deodar trees.There is also a Shiva temple nearby which is also quite famous .Aghanjar Mahadev Temple :Located near the scenic Khaniyara village, located about 8.5 Kms from Dharamshala, this temple has a mythological significance as it is believed by the locals that Lord Shiva has appeared at this spot to provide a boon to Arjuna of the Mahabraratha fame.Kangra Fort :Located about 20 Kms from Dharamshala, Kangra Fort is believed to have been built by the Royal family of Kangra Kingdon in about 4th Century B.C.One can have magnificent views of Banganga and Manjhi rivers from the fort.Also remember to visit Maharaja Sansar Chand Katoch Museum located nearby fort .Namgyal Monestry :Located within the Tsuglag Khang Complex ,Namgyal Monestry if home to His Holiness Dalai Lama and is one of the largest Buddhist Monasteries outside Tibet.(The Monastery may be visited between 4:30 am and 8:30 pm.)Gyuto Monastery :Associated with Tantrik meditation, this monastery is located in McLeodganj.One can have beautiful views of snow clad peaks from the monastery .Norbulingka Institute :One of the institutes established to preserve Buddhist culture ,art and literature, Norbulingka Institutes primarily works to secure jobs aand education to Tibetans in the area.Jwalamukhi Devi Temple :Among the 52 Shakti Peeths of Godess Durga, Jwaladevi Temple is believed to be located where the Godess Sati’s tongue had fallen.It is one of the most revered places where there is no idol inside the temple and the Goddess is worshiped in the form of blue flames continuously emanating from the rock fissures .Hanuman – ka – Tibba :This is the highest point in Dhauladhar Ranges of Himalayas with a height of about 18,500 ft. above mean sea level.It is believed that Lord Hanuman had rested here for a while when he was coming back after fetching Sanjivani booti.This is recommended only for those who have higher level of skills in mountaineering and not for amateurs.
After breakfast, leave for a full day sightseeing of Dharamshala and Mcleodgunj. Depending upon time at your disposal and time you spend at each locations , you may be able to visit many of the places mentioned above in the Dalhousie Tour travel tips provided for your reference. Enjoy piping hot Maggie noodles at local shops near Bhagsunag Falls.The unique combination of cool climate coupled with waterfalls and piping hot Maggie is a must try thing while you are at Dharamshala/McLeodganj.Experience a Gothic feel by visiting St. John in the Wilderness church located just at the start of McLeodganj .The church was constructed in year 1852 and also has an old graveyard besides a memorial of the British Viceroy Lord Elgin.If you are an adventure lover, do not miss theTriund Trek .Triund trek is an easy and small trek and must be undertaken for all adventure lovers visiting Dharamshala.To undertake this trek, take a cab/taxi from Mcleodganj and drive uptoGalu Deviwhich is the starting point of the trek and from where it takes about 3 hours to reach Triund.It is sure to be a refreshing walk amongst rhododendron and oak trees. .Try out outstanding Tibetan food atTibet Kitchenlocated at Jogiwara Road, House No.1 Mcleod Ganj, Dharamshala,Himachal Pradesh.(Contact No : 01892-221980).You may try learningYogaat Iyengar Yoga Centre at Dharamkot near Dharamshala.Leave for a view of Sunset at Naddi village which is about 3 Kms from McLeodganj.
After a healthy breakfast drive back to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi drop you at own place.Tour Services End Here... Tour Services End Here...

UNESCO World Heritage

World Heritage Sites on this journey

This tour takes you close to 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site of India. These are places the world has recognised as our shared treasure. Below you can see each one and how far it is from where you stay, so you can plan your darshan and sightseeing with time to spare.

Right where you stay

The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier (Capitol Complex)

Cultural · Inscribed 2016 · Chandigarh

While you stay at Chandigarh, you can visit The Architectural Work of Le Corbusier (Capitol Complex), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Want to plan your trip around India’s World Heritage Sites? See all UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India.

Travel tips

Travel Tips

Itinerary Details

Itinerary Details

Day by Day itineraryDay 1: Chandigarh

Welcome aboard to the exciting Dharamshala Tour !!

Upon arrival at Chandigarh airport or railway station, our representative would welcome you and take you to your hotel

.

Chandigarh is Union territory and joint capital of Punjab and Haryana. Chandigarh was designed by famous architechts like Le Corbursier, Pierre Jeanneret, Jane Drew and Maxwell Fry.

After getting refreshed, go for local sightseeing of Chandigarh. Visit Rock Garden, Botanical Garden, Rose Garden Sukhna lake, The Open Hand, The Capitol Complex.

Overnight stay at Chandigarh.

Day 2: Chandigarh - Dharamsala (270 Km / appx. 6 hrs.)

After early breakfast, proceed to Dharamshala. The scenic route through Dhauladhar ranges takes you to Dharamshala, headquarters of Tibetan Government in exile.

Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Rest of time free for leisure. Overnight stay at Dharamshala.


Travel Tips For Dharamshala Tour


Places for sightseeing in Dharamshala


  • Bhagsunag Falls : Housing the famous Bhagsu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, this tourist arrtraction is a must visit place and is located about 2 Kms from Mcleodganj.
  • Dal Lake : Not to be confused with Dal lake of Srinagar, this lake which is situated about 2 Kms from McLeodganj market and is very serene situated along the Deodar trees.There is also a Shiva temple nearby which is also quite famous .
  • Aghanjar Mahadev Temple : Located near the scenic Khaniyara village, located about 8.5 Kms from Dharamshala, this temple has a mythological significance as it is believed by the locals that Lord Shiva has appeared at this spot to provide a boon to Arjuna of the Mahabraratha fame.
  • Kangra Fort : Located about 20 Kms from Dharamshala, Kangra Fort is believed to have been built by the Royal family of Kangra Kingdon in about 4th Century B.C.One can have magnificent views of Banganga and Manjhi rivers from the fort.Also remember to visit Maharaja Sansar Chand Katoch Museum located nearby fort .
  • Namgyal Monestry : Located within the Tsuglag Khang Complex ,Namgyal Monestry if home to His Holiness Dalai Lama and is one of the largest Buddhist Monasteries outside Tibet.(The Monastery may be visited between 4:30 am and 8:30 pm.)
  • Gyuto Monastery : Associated with Tantrik meditation, this monastery is located in McLeodganj.One can have beautiful views of snow clad peaks from the monastery .
  • Norbulingka Institute : One of the institutes established to preserve Buddhist culture ,art and literature, Norbulingka Institutes primarily works to secure jobs aand education to Tibetans in the area.
  • Jwalamukhi Devi Temple : Among the 52 Shakti Peeths of Godess Durga, Jwaladevi Temple is believed to be located where the Godess Sati’s tongue had fallen.It is one of the most revered places where there is no idol inside the temple and the Goddess is worshiped in the form of blue flames continuously emanating from the rock fissures .
  • Hanuman – ka – Tibba : This is the highest point in Dhauladhar Ranges of Himalayas with a height of about 18,500 ft. above mean sea level.It is believed that Lord Hanuman had rested here for a while when he was coming back after fetching Sanjivani booti.This is recommended only for those who have higher level of skills in mountaineering and not for amateurs.

Day 3: Sightseeing of Dharamshala and Mcloadgunj

After breakfast, leave for a full day sightseeing of Dharamshala and Mcleodgunj.

Depending upon time at your disposal and time you spend at each locations , you may be able to visit many of the places mentioned above in the Dalhousie Tour travel tips provided for your reference.

Overnight stay at Dharamshala.

Offbeat Things To Do At Dharamshala


  • Enjoy piping hot Maggie noodles at local shops near Bhagsunag Falls.The unique combination of cool climate coupled with waterfalls and piping hot Maggie is a must try thing while you are at Dharamshala/McLeodganj.
  • Experience a Gothic feel by visiting St. John in the Wilderness church located just at the start of McLeodganj .The church was constructed in year 1852 and also has an old graveyard besides a memorial of the British Viceroy Lord Elgin.
  • If you are an adventure lover, do not miss the Triund Trek .Triund trek is an easy and small trek and must be undertaken for all adventure lovers visiting Dharamshala.To undertake this trek, take a cab/taxi from Mcleodganj and drive upto Galu Devi which is the starting point of the trek and from where it takes about 3 hours to reach Triund.It is sure to be a refreshing walk amongst rhododendron and oak trees. .
  • Try out outstanding Tibetan food at Tibet Kitchen located at Jogiwara Road, House No.1 Mcleod Ganj, Dharamshala,Himachal Pradesh.(Contact No : 01892-221980).
  • You may try learning Yoga at Iyengar Yoga Centre at Dharamkot near Dharamshala.
  • Leave for a view of Sunset at Naddi village which is about 3 Kms from McLeodganj.

Day 4: Dharamshala - Delhi [455 kms]

After a healthy breakfast drive back to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi drop you at own place.


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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

For most travelers, no special permits are required to visit Dharamshala and Mcleodganj. However, if you plan to trek in restricted areas or visit certain border regions, you may need an Inner Line Permit. It's advisable to check local regulations before your trip.

The best time to visit Dharamshala is from March to June and September to November. During these months, the weather is pleasant, making it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Monsoon season (July to August) can lead to landslides, so it's best to avoid traveling during this time.

Dress in layers to accommodate the varying temperatures, especially if you're visiting during the cooler months. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring the hilly terrain. Don't forget to pack a light jacket or sweater for the evenings, as it can get chilly.

Yes, Dharamshala is generally safe for tourists. However, it's always wise to stay aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded areas. Avoid traveling alone at night and keep your belongings secure. Local authorities are helpful, and emergency services are accessible.

Dharamshala has limited public transportation, but taxis and auto-rickshaws are available for local travel. For sightseeing, hiring a private vehicle is recommended for convenience. Ensure your driver is familiar with the area for a smoother experience.

Yes, when visiting monasteries or temples, dress modestly and remove your shoes before entering. It's respectful to ask permission before taking photos of people, especially monks. Always greet locals with a smile and a 'Namaste' to show respect.

Pack comfortable clothing suitable for both warm days and cool nights. Include sturdy walking shoes, a raincoat or umbrella if traveling during monsoon, and personal items like sunscreen and insect repellent. A reusable water bottle is also recommended.

The journey from Chandigarh to Dharamshala typically takes about 6 hours by road, covering approximately 270 kilometers. The route is scenic, so plan for breaks to enjoy the views and refresh during the trip.

Key attractions include the Dalai Lama Temple, Bhagsunag Waterfall, and Norbulingka Institute. Mcleodganj offers vibrant markets and cafes. Don't miss the chance to explore the local Tibetan culture and cuisine, which adds to the unique experience.

Yes, most hotels and cafes in Dharamshala offer free Wi-Fi. However, connectivity can be spotty in remote areas. Consider purchasing a local SIM card for better mobile data coverage if you need to stay connected while exploring.

It's advisable to drink bottled or filtered water to avoid waterborne illnesses. Carry a basic first-aid kit and any personal medications. If you're prone to altitude sickness, consult your doctor before the trip, especially if you plan to trek.

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