Dharamshala Palampur Package Tour
Duration : (5 Days / 4 Nights)
Destinations Covered : Dharamshala | Mcleodganj | Palampur | Bir Billing
Overview
After working hard, you deserve a little break. Why not enjoy a long weekend or a mini vacation with a 4 or 5 day getaway? A relaxing vacation awaits you in the lap of Dhauladhar Mountain Range at Dharamshala and Palampur. Plan a trip to Dharamshala and Palampur, and make the most of your vacations in the Himalayas. Tour Trip Mart expertly takes care of your travel details so that you are free to fully enjoy your vacation experience.
Dharamshala & Palampur Tour
A Dharamshala Mcleodganj Palampur Tour would flood you with memories that you will not be tired cherishing. Clustered on a wooded ridge in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Dharamsala – or more accurately the township of McLeod Ganj above it – is the home of the Tibetan spiritual leader in exile, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, along with an ever growing, number of Tibetan refugees. Set against the grey, snow-capped crags of the Dhauladhar Range (which here reach a culminating altitude of around 4,600m / 15,000ft), the rooftops of the town are strung with fluttering prayer flags. Monasteries and temples hold ranks of red-and-gold prayer wheels, visited year-round by streams of Buddhist pilgrims from the plains.
Located at a distance of about 35 km from Dharamshala, nestled amidst the enchanting Dhauladhar ranges and slopes of Kangra valley lies the majestic ‘Green Valley’ of Himachal Pradesh - Palampur, given the name for its emerald green Tea plantations. The tea produced here is famous worldwide. Palampur derives its name from the word ‘Pulum’ meaning lots of water. Palampur has been the tea estate since the 18th century when the British ruled India and achieved its International fame. Bundla Tea Estate is the oldest tea estate which is around 200 years old from all other Tea Estates in the region. It's the perfect offbeat location to offer a tranquilizing and calming atmosphere to its visitors. Also known for its colonial architecture, and attracting avid enthusiasts for adventure sports like hang-gliding and trekking that takes place in Palampur, it’s the perfect destination for everyone to visit.
To turn your vacation trip to Dharamshala and Palampur into the most pleasurable experiences of your life, the hotels in the state offer best-in-class hospitality combined with state-of-the-art facilities. Over and above, they make sure to provide you a home away from home experience by rendering personalized services.
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The 4 nights and 5 days tour itinerary of this beautifully crafted Dharamshala Palampur Package includes sightseeing and a lot of leisure time for other activities. You can start from Chandigarh, Pathankot or Gaggal Airport. The Dharamshala Palampur Bir Package includes private cab for transfers and sightseeing , meals as per itinerary. Some of the key attractions covered in this Dharamshala Palampur Package Itinerary are McLeod Ganj, Bir Billing, Baijnath Shiv Temple, Bhagsu Nag Waterfall.
If you are a Honeymoon Couple, besides sightseeing tours, this Dharamshala Palampur Package Tour gives honeymoon couples a lot of privacy and absolutely romantic settings amidst the mighty Dhauladhar Ranges. Full of indulgence and romance, this Dharamshala Palampur Package is the best honeymoon package for Palampur and Dharamshala.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Dharamshala Arrival - War Memorial - Kunal Pathri Temple
Arrive in Dharamshala (Airport) or by cab from Chandigarh or Pathankot and, meet our representative before being introduced to your private driver who will accompany you for the duration of your trip. You will be driven to your hotel and have some time to relax and recover from the flight.
In the afternoon visit War Memorial, situated at the entrance point of Dharamshala. Built in the memory of the valiant soldiers who fought for their motherland, you can witness the names of war heroes inscribed here and the mere sight of war tanks makes it worth the visit. The trail through the pine tree forests and the hidden routes to them to visit the memorial is quite astonishing in itself.
Later visit Kunal Pathri temple, it is believed the forehead of Sati fell, hence it is also called Kapaaleshwari temple. There is a small rock (saucer or forehead shaped), on which there is always water, since time immemorial. It never dries, though it is used by the priest for goddess.When it is about to dry, there is rainfall and the rock fills up with water, through a small opening in the roof. While coming back from Kunal Pathri we will have stop over at Dharamshala Tea Gardens. Return back to your hotel for night stay.
Hotel Accommodation in Dharamshala (Mcleodganj)
Economy : Naddi Boutique / Anupam Resorts
Premium : Chonor House / Shiva Sanctuary / Asia Health Resort
Luxury : Radission Blue / Club Mahindra
Day 2 : Mcleodganj, Bhagsunag Temple & Waterfall, Dal Lake, Naddi View Point
Explore Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj today with your local guide cum driver on a private tour. In the area you will notice the Tibetan population and vibrantly robed monks, making it feel like another country. The Tsuglagkhang Complex is particularly fascinating, home to the Dalai Lama and the Namgyal Monastery. Your guide can explain the complex history of Tibetan refugees arriving across the border with Tibet, as well as a visit to the Tibet Museum.
Next explore the nearby Mcloed Ganj Market that is famous for Tibetan handicrafts. From McLeodGanj go to the Church of St. John in the Wilderness. It is a beautiful church built in the neo-gothic style in 1852. The church has some exquisite Belgian stained glass windows. One of the Viceroys of British India, Lord Elgin, is buried in the grounds of the church.
Dal Lake afterwards, go for a walk around Dal Lake. The lake is a picturesque excursion spot surrounded by Deodar forests. Nearby is a Hindu temple dedicated to Durveshwar Mahadev. You can also walk out to the Waterfall from the temple of Bhagsunag. In the evening return back to hotel for night stay.
Hotel Accommodation in Dharamshala (Mcleodganj)
Economy : Naddi Boutique / Anupam Resorts
Premium : Chonor House / Shiva Sanctuary / Asia Health Resort
Luxury : Radission Blue / Club Mahindra
Day 3 : Norbulingka Institute, Chamunda Devi, Palampur
Leaving Dharamshala we continue our drive to Palampur. On the way to Palampur we will visit Norbulingka Tibetan Institute and Chamunda Nandikeshwar Temple. Chamunda Devi is also referred to as Raktha Kali, Charchika and Chamundeshwari, Chamunda Devi is a terrifying version of Mother Durga or Durga Maa as locals refer her. It is believed that Goddess Durga created another goddess with immense power and strength to destroy the demons, Chanda and Munda. Upon destruction, the goddess was then named Chamunda Devi, or the one who triumphs over evil.
Later drive towards Palampur, a picturesque and refreshing destination, the tea capital of North India. Located in the beautiful Kangra Valley near the Dhauladhar ranges, Palampur allures everyone with its abundant natural beauty. On reaching Palampur visit Neugal cafe & Saurabh Van Vihar.The Saurabh Van Vihar is a nature park that has been built in dedication of the brave and valiant soldier Saurabh Kalia, who was a martyr in the Kargil War. An ideal spot for the nature lover in you, this beautiful and scenic tourist attraction is located on the banks of the snow-fed Neugel Khad. An overall great place to holiday with your family, the park features lush gardens for taking a leisurely stroll in the pollution free environs. Moreover, there is a small lake and you can go boating there! Check in to your hotel for nighht stay.
Hotel Accommodation in Palampur
Economy : Himalaya Inn / Ashiana
Premium : The Bliss / Mastiff Villa Camellia
Luxury : Araiya Resort / Rakh Resort / Infinitea Tea Gardens
Day 4 : Baijnath Shiv Temple, Bir Billing, Shrebling Monastery
Next morning, wake up early to enjoy the gorgeous sunrise and enjoy some private moments together before breakfast time. Savour the morning spread and begin it on a delicious note with a sumptuous breakfast and get ready for a full day local sightseeing tour.
We will start our sightseeing tour by visiting Baijnath Shiv Temple, this magnificent temple is one of the top tourist spots among tourists and devotees who come here to seek the divine blessings of Lord Shiva, who is worshipped as the 'God of Healing'. It is believed that the water of this temple has medicinal value and has the potential to cure several illnesses and diseases. Besides, the unique architectural design of the temple bears resemblance to the Jagannath temple in Puri.
Our next point in the itinerary is Bir-Billing. Also referred to as the “Paragliding Capital of India”, Bir is one of the renowned centres for ecotourism, adventure sports, spiritual studies, and meditation. While Billing is the takeoff site for paragliding, the hamlet of Bir is the site for landing. It is a haven for adventure junkies and here you can have an exhilarating experience of paragliding. Enjoy the 360° panoramic view of the Dhauladhar Range of the Indian Himalayas from a phenomenal height while enjoying this aero sport.
Later visit Palpung Sherabling Monastic Seat situated in the foothills of Kangra Valley in Upper Bhattu region. A quiet walk through the pine forest with colourful Buddhist prayer flags on the sides of the road takes you to the gompa. The monastery has shrine halls, a monastic college, a school, a library, a museum, an exhibition hall, and all these are nestled deep inside the pine forest. It’s like a different world altogether in the middle of serene nature where cheerful kids, youth and old seem to be celebrating life. There is a small canteen behind the main prayer hall where you can have noodles, thukpa, tea etc.
Return back to Palampur.,We recommend that you explore the nearby market which will keep you very busy and extremely happy. You can also try the impressive row of restaurants which will keep your grumbling stomachs quite happy. Night stay at hotel in Palampur.
Hotel Accommodation in Palampur
Economy : Himalaya Inn / Ashiana
Premium : The Bliss / Mastiff Villa Camellia
Luxury : Araiya Resort / Rakh Resort / Infinitea Tea Gardens
Day 5 : Palampur to Gaggal Airport Drop by Taxi
Say good morning to the last day of your stay in Palampur. Begin it on a delicious note with a sumptuous breakfast and after check out we will drop you at Gaggal (Dharamshala) Airport. If you wish we can also arrange drop at Pathankot or Una Railway Station for your return journey.
Note: All our tours are customizable meaning if you also want to spend more days in Palampur, all you need to do is ask! You can also visit The Lodge at Wah Tea Estate, Andretta Art Gallery & Pottery, Jeep Safari to Old Vindyavasini Temple, Jakhni Mata Temple and Asha Puri Temple.
The team at Tour Trip Mart.com would like to thank you for choosing us to visit Palampur & Dharamshala. If you wish us to drop at Chandigarh Airport ( Railway Station), Pathankot Railway Station or any other place, simply tell us.
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