Dharamsala

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Dharamsala  is famed as the holy place of Tibetan Charismatic Leader Dalai Lama and is credited with housing the Tibetan Government in exile. Dharamsala is a synonym for Buddhism in India. Dharamsala is situated on the upper hilly terrains of Kangra valley and set on the scenic backdrop of exquisite Dhauladhar Mountains. The gorgeous city is distinctively divided as upper and lower divisions with two altitude ranges.

Dharamsala, the home to the Tibetan leader, attracts many tourists to its lap. This is the perfect place to learn about Buddhism and Tibetan struggle. The city is dominated much by the Tibetan populace while holding the British fervor and English lifestyles. Numerous Buddhist Viharas or Gompas, presenting the great cultural values and Tibetan architectures, are the main attractions of Dharamsala.

Dharamsala has a vibrant environment with dense green forests with Deodar trees and pine trees. Dharamsala is blessed with many clear and unpolluted streams and unspoiled healthy ambience. The place has been renowned as one of the best picnic spots in India.

Kotwali Bazaar is a perfect shopping place where one can view the color and lifestyles of the entire Dharamsala community. The Market is considered as the base camp of tourists' travel to upper Dharamsala. The tourists who love to have nature walking and trekking can stay in this base camp and explore the hilly forest regions.

One of the tourist attractions in Dharamsala is the Kangra museum, displaying the rich past of the Dharamsala and the cultural supremacy of the Tibetan populace. There are some institutions as well which are established to preserve the grand old Tibetan traditions, cultures and arts. This is a sacred place to be recommended for a holiday visit.

Weather here is pleasant throughout the year except in winters, when it is very cold because of snowfall. Summers in Shimla ranges from April to June. During summer, the temperature fluctuates between 15 to 30 degree Celsius. Whereas, winters here lasts from November to March with temperature ranging between -4 to 8 degree celsius.

Day 01: Delhi to  Shimla( 380 kms)

Pick up from Delhi Airport/railway station  & drive to Shimla. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest  and relax! Have a walk to the mall!. Overnight  stay at hotel.

Day 02: Shimla - Kufri  - Shimla

After breakfast drive from Shimla to Kufri by 10.00 A.M visiting Kufril, and Near by spots, Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town - The Mall & The Ridge. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03: Shimla

After breakfast drive from Shimla to the mall and ridges for shopping! Rest and relax! Overnight stay at hotel!

Day 04: Shimla -Kullu- Manali

After breakfast drive from Shimla to Manali.  Covering  kullu, famous for shawls! On arrival check in at hotel. Rest  and relax! Have a walk in the mall!. Overnight  stay at hotel.

Day 05: Manali

After breakfast drive from  Manali covering  Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Vashisht Village and Tibetan Monastery. . Overnight  stay at hotel

Day 06: Manali - Rhotang Pass - Manali

After breakfast drive from  Manali covering  Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi, Rohtang Pass (Upto Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley. Overnight  stay at hotel.

Day 07: Manali/ Manikaran (85 kms)/ Kullu (45 kms)

After breakfast drive from  Manali to  Manikaran. 'Manikaran': has the World's hottest Suplhur Spring Waters and is a holy place for Hindus & Sikhs alike. Return back to Kullu town visiting the famous Kullu Shawl Industry. On arrival check in at hotel. Evening free to visit Kullu town. Overnight at hotel.

Day 08:Manali- Kullu - Mc Leodganj ( Dharamshala)(200 kms)

After breakfast drive from  Manali  covering Kullu to Mc Leodganj (Dharamsala). On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 09: Mc Leodganj

After breakfast drive from   mc leodgang  covering Dal Lake, Church, Bhagsu Nag Temple and Tibetan Monastery. Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10: Mc Leodganj - Dalhousie (145 kms)

After breakfast drive from   mc leodgang   to Dalhousie. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Dalhousie - Khajjiar - Dalhousie

After breakfast drive from Dalhousie /kahajjiar  Flow through a mesmerizing experience. The vast emerald green meadow of Khajjiar with its thick forested slopes of deodhars, the stupendous mountain views from Lakkar Mandi, the unparalleled beauty of Kalatope and Bakrota Round'Overnight at Khajjiar/Dalhousie.

Day 12: Back to Home

After breakfast drive from  Dalhousie  to delhi with sight seeings on the way!!