Dharamshala McLeod Ganj Winter
In short
Dharamshala McLeod Ganj Winter is a 5 Days cultural tour in Himachal Pradesh priced from ₹31,999 per person. It is rated Moderate difficulty, runs best in Oct-Mar. Booking direct with XTSY includes transport, permits and a local expert guide.
Dharamshala McLeod Ganj Winter at a glance
- Price (per person)
- ₹31,999
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Location
- Himachal Pradesh
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Best season
- Oct-Mar
- Category
- cultural
- Booking
- Direct with XTSY — no OTA commission
Experience Tibetan culture and peaceful mountain life during crisp winter months — meditation and trekking combined.
Tour highlights
- 1Day 1· Gaggal Airport / Dharamshala bus stand pickup
Arrival in Dharamshala
- Pickup from Gaggal Airport or bus stand
- Drive to McLeod Ganj
- Visit Dalai Lama Temple Complex — Tsuglagkhang
- Tibetan Museum & Cultural Institute
- Evening walk at McLeod Ganj main square
Overnight: McLeod Ganj
- 2Day 2· Trek: 9 km, 4-5 hrs one way
Triund Trek & Monastery Visits
- Early morning departure for Triund trek
- Trek through oak & rhododendron forests
- Arrive at Triund top — 360° Dhauladhar panorama
- Packed lunch at summit
- Descent & visit Norbulingka Monastery
- Evening Tibetan cooking class
Overnight: McLeod Ganj
- 3Day 3
Bhagsu & Dharamkot Exploration
- Morning meditation session
- Visit Bhagsu Waterfall
- Walk through Dharamkot village — yoga capital
- St. John's Church in the Wilderness
- HPCA Cricket Stadium views
- Evening shopping — Tibetan handicrafts & singing bowls
Overnight: McLeod Ganj
- 4Day 4· Drive: 40 mins
Kangra Valley & Fort
- Visit Kangra Fort — oldest fort in India
- Masroor Rock Cut Temple — Indian Angkor Wat
- Kangra Art Museum
- Tea garden visit in Palampur
Overnight: Dharamshala
- 5Day 5
Departure
- Morning walk at Naddi viewpoint — Dhauladhar sunrise
- Souvenir shopping
- Transfer to Gaggal Airport / bus stand
- Trip concludes
What’s included
- ✓ Accommodation on twin/triple sharing
- ✓ All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- ✓ Private transportation throughout
- ✓ Local expert guide
- ✓ All entry fees and permits
- ✓ Welcome drink on arrival
Not included
- ✕ Flights/train tickets to & from destination
- ✕ Personal expenses & tips
- ✕ Travel insurance
- ✕ Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What's the best time to do this tour?
The best season for this tour is Oct-Mar. Weather is ideal and all activities are accessible.
Is this tour suitable for beginners?
This tour is rated as "Moderate". Some fitness level recommended.
What about group sizes?
We keep groups small (4-12 people) for the best experience.
Can I customize this itinerary?
Yes! We offer private tours with customizable itineraries. Contact us on WhatsApp to discuss.
XTSY’s own stay is in New Shillong Township. Stays, vehicles and guides elsewhere on this tour are arranged through trusted travel partners, with XTSY as your single point of contact. All tours
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₹31,999 per person
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