About this Himachal Tour
Meadows, colonial charm and monasteries
A scenic northern Himachal loop, this time starting with colonial Dalhousie and the meadows of Khajjiar, adding the ancient temple town of Chamba, and finishing in the Tibetan hub of McLeodganj with its Dalai Lama temple.
Green meadows, old churches, riverside temples and monasteries - a well-rounded, gentle circuit.
Trip Highlights
Mini-Switzerland, old towns and monasteries
Khajjiar meadow & lake
Colonial Dalhousie & churches
Ancient Chamba temples
The Dalai Lama temple at McLeodganj
Bhagsu falls & cafes
Kalatop forest views
Trip Gallery
A taste of the trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Six days from Dalhousie to Dharamshala
- Arrive in Dalhousie; check in.
- Evening on the Mall and Garam Sadak.
- Excursion to Khajjiar's meadow and lake.
- Kalatop wildlife sanctuary views and the Khajji Nag temple.
- Drive via Chamba; visit the Lakshmi Narayan temples and Chamba palace.
- Continue to Dharamshala/McLeodganj.
- The Dalai Lama temple and museum.
- Bhagsu falls, Bhagsunag temple and the market.
- The HPCA cricket stadium and Kangra fort (optional).
- Afternoon free for cafes and shopping.
- After breakfast, drive back to Pathankot/Chandigarh.
- Trip ends.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- All arrival & departure transfers
- 5 nights hotel stay (Dalhousie & Dharamshala)
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- All sightseeing & transfers by private vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Train/air fare to the start city
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Rohtang permit, adventure & activity charges
- Entry tickets, ropeway & pony rides
- GST as applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to Carry
Mountain holiday essentials
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Best Time: March–June is pleasant and green; December–February brings snow to Shimla, Manali and Kufri; July–September sees monsoon showers and occasional landslides.
How to Reach: The trip is by road in a private vehicle. Most itineraries start from Chandigarh or Delhi; the nearest airports are Chandigarh, Kullu (Bhuntar) and Gaggal (Dharamshala).
Hill Roads: Himachal''s mountain roads are winding and slower than plains. We plan realistic drive times and use experienced local drivers.
Money & Network: Carry some cash for smaller towns; ATMs are in main towns. Mobile network is good in cities and patchy in remote valleys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
This version starts in Dalhousie and adds the ancient temple town of Chamba on the way to Dharamshala, so it leans a little more towards heritage while covering the same headline spots of Khajjiar and McLeodganj.
Chamba is a historic town famous for its 10th-century Lakshmi Narayan temple complex, the Bhuri Singh museum, the Chamba palace and the grassy Chowgan promenade - a rich stop for temple and history lovers.
Its saucer-shaped green meadow ringed by deodar forest with a central lake resembles Alpine scenery, earning the nickname. You can enjoy horse rides, zorbing and the Khajji Nag temple there.
Via Chamba it is a longer day (around 5-6 hours) but scenic and broken up by the Chamba stops. We start early and keep it comfortable.
Yes - Kalatop, near Khajjiar and Dalhousie, offers forest trails and viewpoints, and sometimes glimpses of Himalayan wildlife. It is a lovely nature stop, included on the Khajjiar day.
The nearest railhead is Pathankot (about 2.5 hours), and Gaggal (Kangra) is the nearest airport. Overnight Volvo/train from Delhi to Pathankot then road is common. We arrange the routing.
Yes - the sightseeing is gentle, the meadows and lakes are great for kids, and the hill towns suit a relaxed family pace. Optional hikes can be skipped.
March to June for pleasant weather and green meadows, and September to November for clear skies. Winter can bring snow to Dalhousie and Khajjiar; monsoon may slow the roads.
