Here’s a compact 4 Nights / 5 Days Himachal Pradesh tour package focusing only on Dharamshala & Dalhousie, perfect for a short getaway filled with Tibetan culture, scenic valleys, and colonial charm.

Itinerary Overview

Destinations Covered: Dharamshala (McLeodganj) → Dalhousie → Khajjiar
Best Time to Visit:

• March-June (Pleasant weather, blooming valleys)

• September-February (Snow in Dalhousie/Khajjiar)

Day 1: Arrival in Dharamshala (McLeodganj)

• Arrive at Gaggal Airport (Dharamshala) or Pathankot Railway Station (3-4 hr drive).

• Check-in at a hotel/resort in McLeodganj (Upper Dharamshala).

• Sightseeing:

  • Dalai Lama Temple Complex (Tsuglagkhang)

  • Bhagsu Nag Temple & Waterfall (short trek)

  • Stroll around McLeodganj Market (Tibetan handicrafts, momos)

• Overnight in Dharamshala.

Day 2: Dharamshala Sightseeing

• Morning:

  • Triund Trek (4-5 hrs round trip, optional) or Norbulingka Institute (Tibetan art).

• Afternoon:

  • Kangra Fort (Ancient ruins, 30-min drive)

  • Tea Gardens of Palampur (1.5 hr drive, scenic stop)

• Evening: Sunset at Naddi Viewpoint.

• Overnight in Dharamshala.

Day 3: Dharamshala → Dalhousie (120 km / 4-5 hrs)

• Morning drive to Dalhousie via Khajjiar (enroute stop).

• Khajjiar Visit:

  • "Mini Switzerland" meadows (Chamera Lake, Khajji Nag Temple).

• Continue to Dalhousie, check-in at hotel.

• Evening: Walk on Gandhi Chowk/Mall Road (colonial vibes).

• Overnight in Dalhousie.

Day 4: Dalhousie Sightseeing

• Full-day exploration:

  • Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary (nature trek, Himalayan views).

  • Panchpula (streams and picnic spots).

  • St. Francis Church (old-world charm).

• Optional: Short trip to Chamera Dam (boating).

• Overnight in Dalhousie.

Day 5: Departure

• Morning at leisure (last-minute shopping).

• Drive to Pathankot (3 hrs) or Gaggal Airport (4 hrs) for departure.