Dalhousie Dharamshala Hill Tour
Tour Overview
This 5-night, 6-day private itinerary runs Chandigarh · Dalhousie · Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj · Chandigarh, built around real highlights rather than a rushed checklist of stops. Along the way there's real room for the Rock Garden. Every itinerary here is a starting point — tell us your travel dates, group size and pace, and we'll tailor the plan, hotel category and route to suit you.
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 — Arrival in Chandigarh
Chandigarh is where your journey begins. On arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel, with the rest of the day free to rest or explore at your own pace. Designed by the architect Le Corbusier, Chandigarh is India's best-known planned city, known for its wide sector grid, modernist architecture and the whimsical Rock Garden built from recycled materials. Don't miss Sukhna Lake.
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Day 2 — Chandigarh
Today brings more time in Chandigarh -- Le Corbusier's Capitol Complex architecture.
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Day 3 — Chandigarh to Dalhousie
After breakfast, you'll be driven to Dalhousie, with stops along the way as the route allows. On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure or exploring nearby. A quieter, pine-forested hill station named after a British governor-general, Dalhousie is spread across five hills with old colonial-era buildings and views toward the Dhauladhar range. Don't miss St. John's and St. Francis churches.
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Day 4 — Dalhousie
There's more of Dalhousie to see today: Dainkund Peak viewpoint.
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Day 5 — Dalhousie to Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj
This morning you'll transfer on to Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj. Once you've checked in, the afternoon is yours to explore the town at an easy pace. McLeod Ganj, above Dharamshala, has been home to the Tibetan community-in-exile since the 1960s -- prayer flags, monasteries and mountain views over the Kangra Valley give the town its distinct character. Don't miss Bhagsu Waterfall walk.
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Day 6 — Chandigarh · Departure
Your tour comes to an end today. After breakfast, you'll be driven to Chandigarh, with a stop or two along the way as the route allows, in time for your onward flight or journey home.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Accommodation based on double occupancy
- Daily buffet breakfast
- Airport/station pick-up and drop by private air-conditioned vehicle
- All transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary, by private AC vehicle
- English-speaking driver-cum-guide where applicable
- Fuel, toll, parking and driver allowance
- Unlimited bottled water in the vehicle
- All currently applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Airfare / train fare to and from the starting point of the tour
- Any expenses arising from flight delay, cancellation, strike or natural calamity
- Personal expenses — telephone, laundry, drinks, tipping and similar
- Monument entry fees and camera fees unless specifically listed under Inclusions
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions
Why Choose This Tour?
- Covers real, on-the-ground India travel experience
- A well-paced, comfortable itinerary — not a race between stops
- Fully customizable to your dates, budget and interests
- Suitable for families, couples and groups
- Local, English-speaking support throughout your trip
FAQs
How many days is the Dalhousie Dharamshala Hill Tour?
This itinerary runs 05 Nights / 06 Days, and can be shortened or extended to fit your schedule.
Can this tour be customized?
Yes — every itinerary on this site is a starting point. Tell us your dates, budget and interests and we'll tailor the plan, hotels and pace to suit you.
Are the hotels included?
Accommodation is included as listed under Inclusions above; we can adjust the hotel category (standard, deluxe or luxury) to your preference.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private itinerary for your group — not a shared coach tour.
How do I get a quote?
Use the form on this page, WhatsApp us, or call our travel desk — we typically respond with a personalized quote within one business day.