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Dharamshala & McLeodganj · Little Lhasa in the Himalaya

Tibetan monasteries, the Dhauladhar and an overnight hike to Triund

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4 Nights / 5 Days(4N/5D)
India, Himachal Pradesh
moderate pace
Great for friends, solo, couples

Destinations: Dharamshala → McLeodganj → Triund → Naddi

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Overview

About this Dharamshala & McLeodganj trip

McLeodganj is the home of the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile, a hillside town of prayer flags, monasteries and momo cafés directly below the snowy Dhauladhar range. This trip mixes culture and a little adventure. You'll see the Tsuglagkhang temple, Norbulingka Institute and the cricket stadium with the mountains behind it, spend a night camping on Triund ridge at 2,850 m, and finish with sunset at Naddi.

The Dalai Lama's temple, Bhagsu waterfall, Kangra tea gardens and an overnight camp on Triund ridge.

Duration: 4 Nights / 5 Days
Stay: 3-star hotels and alpine tents
Transport: Private sedan/SUV; walking on the Triund trail
Best time: March to June and September to November
Departures: 8 upcoming dates

Why Choose Dharamshala & McLeodganj?

Tsuglagkhang complex — the Dalai Lama's temple
Overnight camping on Triund ridge facing the Dhauladhar
Bhagsunag temple and waterfall
HPCA cricket stadium and the Kangra tea gardens
Norbulingka Institute for Tibetan arts
Great café culture — momos, thukpa and Tibetan bread

Trip highlights

Tsuglagkhang
Triund
Bhagsu Falls
St. John in the Wilderness
Naddi
Norbulingka
HPCA Stadium

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan for Dharamshala & McLeodganj

5 days, planned end to end

D1
- Pickup at Gaggal (Kangra) airport or Pathankot station
- Check in at McLeodganj
- Evening at Tsuglagkhang temple and the Tibet Museum
- Walk the market lanes for momos and thukpa
D2
- Norbulingka Institute and its gardens
- HPCA cricket stadium with the Dhauladhar backdrop
- Kangra tea garden walk and tasting
- Ride the Dharamshala Skyway back up to McLeodganj
D3
- Start from Galu Devi temple with a local guide
- 9 km trail through oak and rhododendron forest (5–6 hours)
- Camp on Triund ridge at about 2,850 m
- Sunset over the Kangra valley and campfire dinner
D4
- Sunrise on the Dhauladhar from your tent
- Descend to McLeodganj via Bhagsunag waterfall
- St. John in the Wilderness church in the deodars
- Sunset at Naddi viewpoint
D5
- Breakfast at a Tibetan café
- Optional stop at Dal Lake (Dharamshala)
- Drop at Gaggal airport or Pathankot

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

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Included

3 nights in a 3-star hotel in McLeodganj
1 night camping on Triund (tent, sleeping bag, mat)
Daily breakfast; dinner at the hotel and camp
Certified trek guide and forest permit for Triund
Gaggal/Pathankot pickup and drop
Private vehicle for sightseeing

Not included

Flights or trains to Gaggal/Pathankot
Skyway, Norbulingka and museum tickets
Porters or mules for personal luggage on Triund
Lunches and beverages
Personal expenses and tips

Stay & travel

Hotels & transport

Hotel category

3-star hotels and alpine tents

Twin-sharing rooms with daily breakfast unless stated otherwise. Single rooms and upgrades on request.

Transport

Private sedan/SUV; walking on the Triund trail

Airport and station pick-ups, sightseeing and inter-city transfers are arranged by our ground team.

Overnight stops: Arrive McLeodganj · Dharamshala Sightseeing · Trek to Triund · Triund to McLeodganj · Departure

Route

Route map

7 stops from start to finish

GaggalStart
2McLeodganjStop 2
3DharamshalaStop 3
4TriundStop 4
5BhagsunagStop 5
6NaddiStop 6
GaggalFinish

Plan ahead

Best time & what to pack

Best time to visit

March to June and September to November

Things to carry

Trekking shoes with good grip
Fleece and down jacket (Triund is cold at night)
Day pack with 2 litres of water
Headlamp or torch
Rain jacket (afternoon showers are common)
Sunscreen, cap and sunglasses

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Triund trek?

It's a moderate 9 km climb of about 800 m, with a steep rocky final section. Anyone reasonably fit can do it at a slow pace. We can swap it for a Naddi village stay if needed.

Can we see the Dalai Lama?

His Holiness gives public teachings on some dates, which are announced on his official website. Registration with a passport photo is needed. Attendance cannot be guaranteed.

Is camping on Triund allowed?

Camping is regulated by the forest department and is sometimes suspended in bad weather or during high fire risk. If so, we arrange an extra night in McLeodganj and a day hike instead.

How do we get there from Delhi?

Overnight Volvo buses run to McLeodganj (about 12 hours). Flights to Gaggal take about 1.5 hours. Pathankot is the nearest major railhead, about 3 hours away by road.

Is it suitable for solo travellers?

Very. McLeodganj is popular with solo travellers and our Triund guide is with you throughout the trek and camp.

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