Twin Hill Station Discovery-Dharamshala & Dalhousie – 4N/5D

Arrive Chandigarh on your own, our driver will be there to pick you up from Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station and drive to Dharamshala. Dharamshala is a town in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It serves as the winter capital of the state and the administrative headquarters of the Kangra district since 1855. The town also hosts the Tibetan Government-in-exile. The town is located in the Kangra Valley, in the shadow of the Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas at an altitude of 1,457 meters (4,780 ft). References to Dharamshala and its surrounding areas are found in ancient Hindu scriptures such as Rig Veda and Mahabharata. Arrive at Dharamshala, check in into the hotel. Take a short break to freshen up & visit some famous sites in Dharamshala. 1. HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala 2. McLeod Ganj Market Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium (abbreviated as the HPCA Stadium) is an international cricket stadium in Dharamshala hill station of Himachal Pradesh, India. The stadium is the home ground of Himachal Pradesh cricket team, Himachal Pradesh women's cricket team and headquarters of Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association, the governing body of cricket in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It hosted 5 matches of the 2023 Cricket World Cup, including New Zealand v India. After that Stroll around McLeod Ganj Market McLeod Ganj market, nestled in the heart of McLeod Ganj, is a vibrant hub known for its Tibetan culture and unique shopping experiences. It's a bustling area where visitors can find a variety of Tibetan handicrafts, traditional attire, and souvenirs. The market reflects the rich heritage of the Tibetan community, offering a glimpse into their culture and traditions. In the evening, return back to your pre booked hotel for an overnight stay.

After Breakfast wander through historic landmarks in Dharamshala. • The Namgyal Monastery • The Dalai Lama Temple • The Bhagsunag Temple & Bhagsu Waterfall • St’Johns Church • Dal Lake In the evening, return back to your pre booked hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Dalhousie. Dalhousie’ is popular hill station that was founded by Lord Dalhousie in 1850 as a summer retreat. Rich in colonial architecture, the town preserves some beautiful churches. A veneer of Tibetan culture has added a touch of the exotic to this serene destination. The cool climate of the town has a lot of summer visitors. Marvelous forest trails overlook vistas of wooded hills, waterfalls, springs and rivulets. In the distance, River Ravi meandering its course adds to the panorama. Mighty Dhauladhar ranges with perennially snow capped peaks complete the horizon. Arrive at Dalhousie check in into the hotel and take a moment to freshen up. After settling in and freshening up, venture out to explore iconic destinations. You can explore local market of Dalhousie (Leisure walk on Mall Road). 1. If you're looking for a beautiful and historic landmark in Dalhousie, then St. Francis Church is a must-see. 2. In the evening, you can explore local market of Dalhousie (Leisure walk on Mall Road). St. Francis Church is located in the Moti Tiba area near Subhash Chowk, this stunning church was built in 1894 and boasts exquisite Victorian architecture. The interior is equally impressive, with intricate stonework and multi-coloured Belgian glass decorations. The walls are adorned with illustrations and text that narrate the church's story. In the evening, return back to the pre booked hotel after a full day of travel for an overnight stay.

Once breakfast is done, you can explore some popular and nearby attractions. 1. Khajjiar 2. Kalatop A small picturesque saucer-shaped plateau surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests, is one of the 160 places throughout the world to have been designated “Mini Switzerland”. Yes, this is Khajjiar, a tiny tourist resort in Chamba about 24 kms from Dalhousie; at an altitude of 6,500 ft. above sea level. The moment one enters the picturesque Khajjiar, one is welcomed by a yellow Swiss sign for ‘hiking path’ which reads “Mini Switzerland”. Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary, or simply Kalatop Sanctuary, is a 30.69 km animal sanctuary at Kalatop and Khajjiar in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India. The sanctuary area is well laid out for trekking trails both at Kalatop and Khajjiar. There is a dense deodar and fir forest covering 19.63 km of the sanctuary, which is about 6 km from Dalhousie. Pheasants, serow and black bear are some of the common animals found here. The sanctuary lies in the path of the Ravi River, and is surrounded by coniferous and oak forests. Return to Dalhousie/Pre booked accommodation for an overnight rest.

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive back to Chandigarh. As the tour concludes, our driver will escort you to Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station for your return journey filled with cherished memories.