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MCLEOD GANJ · TRIUND · KANGRA VALLEY

Dharamshala.
Four days
to explore.

Four days of McLeod Ganj sightseeing, a guided Triund day hike and Kangra Valley visits. Includes three hotel nights, daily breakfast and private cab sightseeing.

SIGHTSEEING & A GUIDED DAY HIKE · 4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
By Dharamsala Treks · Manu Adventures India
DURATION4 days / 3 nights
ROUTEMcLeod Ganj · Triund · Kangra
HOTEL NIGHTS3 nights in McLeod Ganj
TRAVELPrivate cab sightseeing

MCLEOD GANJ · TRIUND · KANGRA VALLEY

Four days in Dharamshala.
Culture, trails and valley views.

Combine McLeod Ganj sightseeing, a guided Triund day trek and a Kangra Valley cultural tour in one four-day Dharamshala holiday.

Stay three nights in McLeod Ganj, visit temples and monasteries, and spend a full day walking to Triund and back. The valley circuit adds Norbulingka Institute, Kangra Fort, Palampur tea gardens and Gyuto Monastery to the plan.

This Dharamsala tour package includes hotel accommodation with breakfast, private cab sightseeing, the guided Triund trek, listed forest permits and entry fees, and applicable taxes. Lunches, dinners, paragliding and travel to and from Dharamshala are excluded. Confirm named hotels, local transfers and any customised activities before booking.

01McLeod Ganj

Temples, Tibetan cafés and local markets.

02Triund day trek

A guided return hike, with a hotel stay afterwards.

03Kangra Valley

Cultural sites, a historic fort and tea gardens.

4-DAY DHARAMSHALA TOUR ITINERARY

Discover the town.
Then follow the mountain trail.

01

ARRIVE · MCLEOD GANJ

Settle in and explore the town

Arrive in McLeod Ganj and check into your hotel. The listed local visits cover the Dalai Lama Temple complex, St. John in the Wilderness Church, Bhagsu Temple and Bhagsu Waterfall.

Allow time for Tibetan cafés and the local market around your arrival schedule. Visits depend on opening hours and available time; confirm your arrival point and hotel check-in arrangements. Travel to Dharamshala is separate.

DAY PLANLocal sightseeingSTAY / FINISHMcLeod Ganj · hotel night 1
02

TRIUND · RETURN DAY HIKE

Walk to the ridge, then return to your hotel

After an early breakfast, begin the guided Triund trek. The listed route is approximately nine kilometres each way, with an estimated four to five hours for the ascent. Allow a full day for the roughly 18-kilometre return walk.

Plan a lunch stop near the ridge, then descend to McLeod Ganj; lunch is excluded. Agree the trailhead, timing, current access and turnaround plan with your guide. Bir Billing paragliding or meditation may replace the trek on request; paragliding is excluded and alternative arrangements require confirmation.

DAY PLANFull walking day · return hikeSTAY / FINISHMcLeod Ganj · hotel night 2
03

NORBULINGKA · KANGRA · PALAMPUR

Explore the Kangra Valley’s cultural landmarks

The listed full-day circuit includes Norbulingka Institute, Kangra Fort, Palampur tea gardens and Gyuto Monastery, with private cab sightseeing.

This is a broad valley circuit. Agree the order of visits, opening hours, road time and priorities with the team, then return to your McLeod Ganj hotel. Allow time for lunch separately; a tea garden visit does not imply a factory tour or tasting.

DAY PLANPrivate cab sightseeingSTAY / FINISHMcLeod Ganj · hotel night 3
04

NADDI OR TUSHITA · DEPARTURE

Make time for a final local visit

After breakfast, an optional visit to Naddi View Point or Tushita Meditation Centre can be discussed around opening hours and your departure time. A final market stop may fit the schedule.

Check out and depart at the agreed time. Meditation sessions are subject to the centre’s own programme and access; they are not guaranteed by a sightseeing visit. Onward travel and transport from Dharamshala are excluded unless separately arranged.

DAY PLANOptional local visit · checkoutSTAY / FINISHTour concludes

The four-day route combines sightseeing with a full return hike. Walking distances and timings are approximate. Weather, trail access, traffic and opening hours may change the schedule; agree alternatives with the team.

PLAN YOUR FOUR-DAY HOLIDAY

What’s included.
What to arrange separately.

Listed inclusions

  • Three nights of accommodation, with standard or deluxe options
  • Daily breakfast
  • Guided Triund trek; alternative day by agreement
  • Sightseeing by private cab
  • Forest permits and entry fees
  • Applicable taxes

Not included

  • Lunches and dinners
  • Paragliding, if chosen
  • Transport to and from Dharamshala
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Services not listed in the inclusions

Confirm the hotel, room category, breakfast arrangements, vehicle, local transfers and covered entry fees. Replacing the trek with another activity requires an agreed revised plan; paragliding remains excluded.

PREPARE FOR TOWN VISITS AND A FULL WALKING DAY

Choose your pace.
Make the details clear.

The Triund day

Allow for the full ascent and descent. Discuss your walking experience and the latest trail conditions with your guide. Carry suitable footwear, layers, rain protection, water and your separately arranged lunch.

Your sightseeing days

Agree the Kangra Valley route and priorities before setting out. Temple and monastery access follows local opening hours and customs. Tell the team about mobility needs, children and preferred walking distances.

Your dates and arrival

Ask about current weather, access and hotel availability for your dates. Confirm where the package starts, hotel check-in and checkout, and any separately arranged airport, station or bus transfers.

Explore with care.

Respect worship and meditation spaces, ask before photographing people, carry litter back from the trail and avoid disturbing wildlife or tea-garden work.

BEFORE YOUR MCLEOD GANJ & TRIUND HOLIDAY

Dharamshala four-day tour FAQs.

How long is this Dharamshala tour package?

The itinerary is four days and three nights, with hotel stays in McLeod Ganj, local sightseeing, a guided Triund return hike and a Kangra Valley day tour.

Does the Triund trek include an overnight camp?

No. Day two is a return day hike, followed by a hotel night in McLeod Ganj. All three listed nights are hotel stays; camping gear and an overnight Triund camp are not part of this itinerary.

How demanding is the Triund day hike?

The listed route is around nine kilometres each way, or roughly 18 kilometres return. The ascent estimate is four to five hours, and descent takes additional time. Discuss your fitness, walking experience, trail conditions and turnaround time with the team before choosing this day.

Can I replace the Triund trek?

Yes, a revised day with Bir Billing paragliding or meditation can be requested. Paragliding is excluded, and transport, activity arrangements and any alternative services must be confirmed separately. An easier sightseeing alternative can also be discussed.

Which meals are included?

Daily breakfast is included. Lunches and dinners are excluded, including the lunch stop on the Triund day. Confirm early breakfast arrangements and dietary needs with the team.

Are hotels and sightseeing transport included?

Three nights of accommodation with standard or deluxe options and sightseeing by private cab are listed inclusions. Confirm the named hotel, room sharing, facilities, vehicle and exact local transfers in your booking confirmation.

Are permits and entry fees included?

The existing package includes forest permits, entry fees and applicable taxes. Confirm which listed visits and trek permissions are covered for your chosen dates, particularly if you change the route or activities.

Is travel to Dharamshala included?

No. Transport to and from Dharamshala is excluded, though it can be arranged separately. Share your airport, station or bus arrival details and confirm any pickup or onward transfer before booking.

Can families or travellers who prefer less walking join?

Discuss your group’s ages, mobility needs and walking preferences before booking. The Triund return hike is a full walking day; ask for an agreed alternative if it does not suit your group. Sightseeing can also involve steps and uneven paths.

What should I pack and how do I enquire?

Bring comfortable walking shoes, layers, rain protection, a daypack, sun protection and a reusable water bottle. Ask the team for a date-specific packing list. Use the enquiry form, WhatsApp or phone links and share your dates, group size, hotel preference and whether you want the Triund hike.

LET’S PLAN YOUR DATES

Ask about your Dharamshala Four-Day Tour.

Include your preferred dates, traveller count, hotel preferences, arrival and departure points, and any sightseeing requests.