Day 01 :
Arrival in Dharamshala | Local Sightseeing
Morning / Afternoon:
- Pick-up from Dharamshala / Kangra Airport (or from Pathankot/Amritsar by prior arrangement)
- Check in at hotel & relax
Sightseeing:
- Visit Dalai Lama Temple (Namgyal Monastery) – spiritual heart of McLeod Ganj
- Visit Bhagsunag Temple & Waterfall
- Explore St. John in the Wilderness Church
- Visit Naddi View Point for panoramic sunset views of Dhauladhar Range
Evening:
- Free time at McLeod Ganj Market – try local cafés (Moonpeak, Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen, Tibet Kitchen)
Overnight: Dharamshala
Day 02 :
Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj Cultural Tour
Morning:
- After breakfast, visit the Norbulingka Institute – center for Tibetan arts & culture
- Visit Kangra Art Museum or War Memorial (optional)
Afternoon:
- Explore Dal Lake, a serene spot surrounded by deodar trees
- Try short trek or leisure walk around Naddi Village
Evening:
- Return to hotel; enjoy peaceful evening or local café hopping
Overnight: Dharamshala
Day 03 :
Excursion to Bir Billing (Approx. 70 km / 2–3 hrs one way)
Morning:
- After early breakfast, drive to Bir Billing, India’s paragliding capital
- Optional en-route stops:
- Baijnath Temple (ancient Shiva temple)
- Tea Gardens of Palampur
At Bir Billing:
- Reach Billing (take-off site) – enjoy paragliding over the beautiful Kangra Valley (world-famous experience!)
- Land at Bir (landing site), explore Bir Monastery and Bir Tibetan Colony
Afternoon:
- Lunch at a café in Bir (try Garden Café or June16 Café)
- Return drive to Dharamshala by evening
Overnight: Dharamshala
Day 04 :
Departure from Dharamshala
Morning:
- After breakfast, check out and visit any missed attractions or do last-minute shopping
- Drop-off at Dharamshala / Kangra Airport or onward journey to Pathankot / Amritsar