The hill towns of Dharamshala and Mcleodganj are located in the upper reaches of the scenic Kangra district. The towns are set amidst magnificent deodar, conifer and pine forests, tea gardens and mist-soaked hills. Dharamshala also boasts of an international cricket stadium which hosts several IPL and international cricket matches. Dharamshala is also the winter capital of Himachal Pradesh. Mcleodganj, apart from being a major tourist attraction, also serves the residence of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government in exile.The town attracts adventure seekers and seekers of spiritual enlightenment alike. The famous monastery known as Namgyal Gompa has images of the Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avalokiteshwara along with the golden prayer wheels is also located in Mcleodganj. The popular trekking trail to Triund also starts from Mcleodganj.

Plan Your Visit

Another feather in the Kangra valleys hat without a doubt in the quaint town of Bir. Bir is known as the paragliding capital of India, it has also hosted the World Paragliding Competition twice. Apart from this Bir is gifted with abundant natural beauty and has some of the area’s best eating joints.

Itinerieres

Experience Overview

● Tour Name: The Conscious Voyager Series – kangra
● Duration: (8Days/7Nights)
● Start/End Locations: Kangra
● Group Size: 8-12 pax

Daily Schedule

Day 1:

● Arrive in Kangra.
● Check-in at your accommodation.
● Visit the Kangra Fort—one of India’s oldest forts with stunning views of the valley.
● Explore the adjoining Maharaja Sansar Chand Museum to understand regional history.

Day 2:

● After breakfast, head to the revered Masroor Rock Cut Temples (UNESCO nominee, known as “Himalayan Pyramids”).
● Return via Mata Brajeshwari Devi Temple, an important Shakti Peeth site.

Day 3:

● Day excursion to Palampur (35km): visit the sprawling tea gardens and the Palampur Cooperative Tea Factory.
● Hike the easy Neugal Khad Trail for river and mountain views.
● Visit the Tashi Jong Monastery for a glimpse into Tibetan Buddhist culture.
● Evening: relax at a riverside café in Palampur.

Day 4:

● Take a half-day trek to Bir Billing (known for paragliding, scenic views).
● Stroll through the Tibetan Colony in Bir, try local momos, and visit Buddhist monasteries.
● If interested and weather permits, enjoy tandem paragliding from Billing to Bir.
● Visit the Deer Park Institute for meditation and workshops.

Day 5:

● Head to nearby McLeod Ganj (if time permits): Visit Tsuglagkhang Complex (Dalai Lama Temple), Bhagsu Waterfall, and the Tibetan Museum. Shop for handicrafts at local markets.

● Departure from Kangra or Dharamshala (by flight/train/road).

Inclusions

What’s Included

What’s Excluded

●      Pick up & drop from airport/ railway station.

●      Intercity transfers as specified above. 

●      Accommodation in Kangra.

●      Local sightseeing of  Kangra. 

●      All transfers and sightseeing by Private vehicle.

●      Toll taxes, state taxes, parking charges Fuel Charges and driver’s allowance.

●      All applicable hotel taxes.

●      Air Fare / Train fare throughout the tour.

●      Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, porter-age etc.

●      Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicles, other than mentioned in the itinerary.

●      Entrance Fees, video camera permits during sightseeing.

●      Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client directly).

●      Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.

●      Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.

●      Any other feature which is not mentioned in the “Cost includes” column.