Monastery and mountains at McLeodganj, Dharamshala

Dalhousie & Dharamshala
colonial hills and Tibetan calm

Colonial Dalhousie, the Khajjiar meadows and the serene Dharamshala–McLeodganj Tibetan quarter.

5 Days / 4 NightsDalhousie · Khajjiar · DharamshalaBest for Couples, culture, slow travel
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Updated · By Itinerary Diary Travel Team · Rated 5.0 on Google (270 reviews)
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Dalhousie & Dharamshala is a 5 Days / 4 Nights private journey covering Dalhousie, Khajjiar, Dharamshala. Best time: Mar–Jun & Sep–Nov. Ideal for: couples, culture, slow travel. Every day, hotel and stop can be changed, and the trip runs with your own chauffeur-driven car and 24×7 support from Itinerary Diary.

Why book with Itinerary Diary: Itinerary Diary Tour & Travels · Registered with the Ministry of Tourism · GST-registered · offices in Shimla, New Delhi and Brampton (Canada) · rated 5.0 on Google (270 reviews) · every trip private, with your own car & driver and 24×7 support.
At a glance

Dalhousie & Dharamshala — quick facts

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Route
Dalhousie · Khajjiar · Dharamshala
Best time
Mar–Jun & Sep–Nov
Ideal for
Couples, culture, slow travel
Day by day

Your Dalhousie & Dharamshala itinerary

A concise day-by-day plan to begin from — every detail is private and tailored to your dates, pace and hotel taste.

Arrive Dalhousie, Himachal PradeshDay 1⛰️ 1,970 m
Day 1 of 5

Arrive Dalhousie

Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh
Dalhousie
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Valley vistas
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Local culture
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Arrive Dalhousie 1,970 m Dinner Hill scenery · 4★

Private transfer to Dalhousie and colonial walks along Garam Sadak and Thandi Sadak.

Today’s highlights

  • Dalhousie
  • colonial walks along Garam Sadak
  • Thandi Sadak
Good to know: Every day is fully private and customisable to your dates, pace and hotel taste.

Best photo spots

📸 Dalhousie📸 Valley vistas📸 Local culture📸 Hill scenery

Included today

Private chauffeur-driven cab
Handpicked, inspected stay
Daily breakfast
24×7 on-trip support
🗺️ Open on Google Maps
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Khajjiar Chamba, Himachal PradeshDay 2⛰️ 1,920 m
Day 2 of 5

Khajjiar & Chamba

Khajjiar Chamba, Himachal Pradesh
Khajjiar Chamba
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Valley vistas
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Local culture
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Khajjiar & Chamba 1,920 m Breakfast Hill scenery · 4★

The Khajjiar meadow — India’s “mini Switzerland” — and the old temples of Chamba.

Today’s highlights

  • The Khajjiar meadow
  • India’s “mini Switzerland”
  • and the old temples of Chamba
Good to know: Dress modestly for temples and monasteries; carry a scarf and be ready to remove footwear.

Best photo spots

📸 Khajjiar Chamba📸 Valley vistas📸 Local culture📸 Hill scenery

Included today

Private chauffeur-driven cab
Handpicked, inspected stay
Daily breakfast
24×7 on-trip support
🗺️ Open on Google Maps
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Dalhousie Dharamshala, Himachal PradeshDay 3⛰️ 1,970 m
Day 3 of 5

Dalhousie → Dharamshala

Dalhousie Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
Dalhousie Dharamshala
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Valley vistas
Local culture, Himachal Pradesh
Local culture
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Dalhousie → Dharamshala 1,970 m Breakfast Hill scenery · 4★

A scenic drive to McLeodganj, the Tibetan quarter above the Kangra valley.

Today’s highlights

  • McLeodganj
  • the Tibetan quarter above the Kangra valley
Good to know: Every day is fully private and customisable to your dates, pace and hotel taste.

Best photo spots

📸 Dalhousie Dharamshala📸 Valley vistas📸 Local culture📸 Hill scenery

Included today

Private chauffeur-driven cab
Handpicked, inspected stay
Daily breakfast
24×7 on-trip support
🗺️ Open on Google Maps
Love Day 3?Make it yours — private, flexible, no advance for a quote.
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Dharamshala, Himachal PradeshDay 4⛰️ 2,080 m
Day 4 of 5

Dharamshala

Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
Dharamshala
Valley vistas, Himachal Pradesh
Valley vistas
Local culture, Himachal Pradesh
Local culture
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Dharamshala 2,080 m Breakfast Hill scenery · 4★

The Dalai Lama temple, Bhagsu waterfall, Namgyal monastery and Kangra views.

Today’s highlights

  • The Dalai Lama temple
  • Bhagsu waterfall
  • Namgyal monastery
  • Kangra views
Good to know: Dress modestly for temples and monasteries; carry a scarf and be ready to remove footwear.

Best photo spots

📸 Dharamshala📸 Valley vistas📸 Local culture📸 Hill scenery

Included today

Private chauffeur-driven cab
Handpicked, inspected stay
Daily breakfast
24×7 on-trip support
🗺️ Open on Google Maps
Love Day 4?Make it yours — private, flexible, no advance for a quote.
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Departure, Himachal PradeshDay 5🏔️ Himachal
Day 5 of 5

Departure

Himachal, Himachal Pradesh
Himachal
Valley vistas, Himachal Pradesh
Valley vistas
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Local culture
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Departure Breakfast

Breakfast and a private transfer to Gaggal (Dharamshala) airport.

Today’s highlights

  • Breakfast
  • a private transfer to Gaggal (Dharamshala) airport
Good to know: Every day is fully private and customisable to your dates, pace and hotel taste.

Best photo spots

📸 Himachal📸 Valley vistas📸 Local culture📸 Hill scenery

Included today

Private chauffeur-driven cab
Handpicked, inspected stay
Daily breakfast
24×7 on-trip support
🗺️ Open on Google Maps
Love Day 5?Make it yours — private, flexible, no advance for a quote.
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What our guests say

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“I recently booked a shimla manali trip with Itinerary travels and it was an absolutely flawless experience! From the moment I contacted them, the team was professional and responsive. All the hotel accommodations were exactly as promised, and the driver/guide provided was punctual and courteous.”

— Paresh Parmar · Shimla & Manali trip · Google review
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What’s included

✓ Inclusions

  • Handpicked hotel & resort stays with breakfast
  • Private, chauffeur-driven air-conditioned car for the hills
  • All airport / railway transfers and inter-place drives
  • Local English-speaking guides at the main sights
  • A dedicated tour manager & 24×7 on-trip support
  • All applicable taxes and a GST invoice

✗ Exclusions

  • Flights / train to and from the start point (we can arrange these)
  • Lunches & dinners unless specified
  • Monument / activity entry fees (can be added on request)
  • Personal expenses, tips and shopping
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Anything not listed under inclusions
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Dalhousie & Dharamshala — FAQs

What is the best time for this Dalhousie & Dharamshala trip?

The best time is Mar–Jun & Sep–Nov. Snow is most likely from about December to February at higher points, and July–August is the monsoon, when we keep extra buffer time for mountain roads.

How many days do we need — is 5 Days / 4 Nights enough?

This plan is designed as a well-paced 5 Days / 4 Nights. We can shorten or extend it, add a rest day or combine it with another Himachal region.

Where does the trip start and how do we reach Dalhousie?

We pick you up from your arrival point — Delhi, Chandigarh, or the nearest airport or railway station — and drive you privately to Dalhousie. Tell us your flight or train and we plan around it.

What is included?

Included: Handpicked hotel & resort stays with breakfast; Private, chauffeur-driven air-conditioned car for the hills; All airport / railway transfers and inter-place drives; Local English-speaking guides at the main sights; A dedicated tour manager & 24×7 on-trip support. Everything is listed in your written quote.

How is the price worked out?

Every trip is private and customised, so we quote per person after learning your dates, group size and hotel tier — with no hidden charges and a GST invoice.

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