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Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj

The Dalai Lama's home town, with cafés and a ridge trek above it

The seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile, stacked up a Dhauladhar ridge — monasteries and momos in McLeod Ganj, colonial Dharamshala below, and the Triund trek starting from the top of town.

Duration
3 days
Estimated cost
8,000 - ₹16,000
Best time to visit
March to June and September to November
Nearest hub
McLeodganj
Good for
Solo, Couples, Friends, Family
MountainsCultureFoodRelaxationUnder ₹10,000₹10,000 - ₹25,000

3-day itinerary for Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj

  1. Day 1: McLeod Ganj

    • Tsuglagkhang complex, the Dalai Lama's temple
    • Bhagsunag waterfall and temple
    • Café evening on Jogiwara Road
  2. Day 2: Triund trek

    • Trek up to Triund ridge for Dhauladhar views
    • Descend via Dharamkot
  3. Day 3: Lower Dharamshala

    • Norbulingka Institute for Tibetan arts
    • HPCA cricket stadium, set against the peaks
    • Departure

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