Dharamshala Tour Packages

Best Holiday Tour Packages for Dharamshala

7 Places To Visit In Dharamshala

Dharamshala offers the tourists a wide range of locations to visit, from picturesque landscapes to museums and forts, to nearby quaint villages. The Dalai Lama Temple in Mcleodganj is among the top attractions in the town. Tourists can also explore places like Bhagsu Waterfall, Dal Lake, Triund Hill, and Dharamshala Cricket Stadium by booking our Dharamshala holiday tour packages from any major city in India. The art and architecture of the city is something to admire, like that of Masroor Rock Cut Temple that displays intrinsic designs of North Indian temple architecture. The 8th-century temple is located some 60 kilometers or a 2-hour drive from Dharamshala. Situated across a small pond, this temple is one of the hidden gems in Kangra Valley.

Kangra Fort, constructed by the royal family of Kangra, is an incredible sample of architecture. It was constructed in the 4th century BC and is the longest fort in the Himalayas. From the fort, one can enjoy the magnificent view of the Banganga river and the Manjhi river. The Maharaja Sansar Chand Katoch Museum is near the fort and can be easily visited.

1. Dal Lake Dharamshala

What’s Special: Scenic Beauty

Nearby Attractions: Master Mitrasen Art Museum

Best Season: April to June

Duration: Less than an hour

Timings: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Dharamshala is one of the most popular destinations of Himachal and a major tourist hub. Located in Kangra district, the place is visited by tourists all year long. There are several places that one can see here and one of them is Dal Lake which is a small lake. This is an ideal picnic spot where families, couples, and friends come together to make the most of their afternoons and enjoy time having fun and spotting fish in the lake. This is also a great place for adventure seekers as many trekking expeditions start from here.The lake is surrounded by Deodar trees and also has a temple located close by.

2. Jwala Devi Temple

What’s Special: Religious importance

Nearby Attractions: Nagarjuna Temple

Best Season: October to November

Duration: 1 to 2 hours

Timings: Summer: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Winter: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

This is one of the most important temples in Himachal. The state consists of 9 eternal flames of the Jwala Devi Mandir in Kangra and this is one of them. It is also known as Kwala Ji and is visited by pilgrims on a high number every month. There isn’t really an idol and is a novel temple. The flames here burn all day and night long miraculously without fuel.As per the legend, it is believed that Goddess Sati’s tongue fell in this place when she sacrificed herself. The flames represent the nine forms of Goddess Durga - Mahakali, Annapurna, Chandi, Hinglaj, Vindhya Vasini, Mahalakshmi, Saraswati, Ambika and Anji Devi. Tourists must witness the aarti here which is very powerful and should not be missed at any cost.

4. Bhagsu Falls

What’s Special: Scenic Beauty

Nearby Attractions: Trimurti Garden

Best Season: March to June

Duration: 1 to 2 hours

Timings: 7 AM to 9 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Located in Dharamshala, Bhagsu Falls is one of the most popular places in this place. These glorious falls are located in a serene location amidst lush greenery and is a nice place to explore. A perfect spot for picnicking with family and friends, people can also enjoy swimming and playing in the water and the pool that is formed below the falls. Even though the water is freezing cold, people still bathe in the pool. The falls actually start from the base of Dhauladhar Valley and are actually 30 feet in height. There are several food and tea stalls from where people can enjoy some delicious snacks.

5. Masroor Rock Cut Temple

What’s Special: Architecture

Best Season:March to April and October to December

Duration: 1 to 3 hours

Timings: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Entry Fee: Free

For all the history buffs, Masroor Rock Cut Temple is a place that they should not miss. Located 32 kms from kangra on the Nagrota - Surian Link Road, these temples can be visited. There are 15 rock cut temples designed in the Indo-Aryan style of architecture which are believed to be from the 8th century. The temples are dedicated to lord Shiva, Vishnu, Devi and Saura, it is said that the temples are left incomplete. Most of it is damaged over the period of time. The temples have been carved out of a single monolithic rock in Nagara style. There is intricate carving in the inside walls of the temples which depicts the teachings of the vedic period. This is a beautiful place that is very different from other places located in Himachal.

6. St John Church

What’s Special: Architecture

Nearby Attractions: Palampur Tea Gardens

Best Season: All year round

Duration: Less than an hour

Timings: Monday - Saturday: 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Built in 1852, this is one of the most important churches in Himachal Pradesh. The church has been a popular spot because of its beautiful location and its neo-gothic architecture and its Belgian stained-glass windows. The church has been a popular sight where many scenes of bollywood movies have also been shot like Mary Kom. Built amidst the lush greenery, the church also has a cemetery right behind it and is the final resting home of Lord Ergin, one of the governor general and also viceroy of India.

7. Dharamshala Cricket stadium

What’s Special: Highest sports ground in the world

Nearby Attractions: Bhagsunag Waterfall

Duration: less than an hour

Timings: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee: Applicable only for matches

This is a popular place not just in the country but also in the world. Nestled in the lap of the Himalayan hills, Dharamshala Cricket Stadium is the highest sports ground in the world and is located 1457 meters above sea level. When in the stadium people can enjoy a mystic view of the Dhauladhar ranges with snow tips and blue sky with floating clouds. Several popular cricket matches have also taken place here like the IPL league and international cricket too. The stadium has a capacity of 23000 people.

One of the most beckoning aspects of these tour packages for Dharamshala is that they incorporate a full-fledged tour itinerary which ensures a planned, organized and hassle-free holiday. These itineraries are specially crafted by our travel experts to cater to all possible needs and requirements of the travelers. Therefore, a number of facilities such as sightseeing tours, outdoor activities, luxurious and comfortable accommodations, and hassle-free transfers are included in these packages. With so much tranquility and serenity in the environment, Dharamshala serves as the best place for people seeking peace. Along with some serenity also comes adventure, there are so many adventurous places to visit in Dharamshala for adventure freaks. Book our Dharamshala tourism packages as soon as possible for a getaway into the scenic paradise on the Earth.

With Holiday & Travel Packages to Dharamshala, the travellers get to relish the scenic beauty of the place, explore the famous places, savour the delicacies, stay at the best accommodation and experience the town’s art and architecture at their own pace.

A Perfect Time To Visit The Hill Station

The best season to visit Dharamshala is from March to mid-July in summers and December to February in the winter. However, Dharamshala is a year-round destination and can be easily visited in other months as well. From mid-July to September is the monsoon season and one gets to see the greenest mountains. September to November is the season where trekkers come from all around the country as the weather is pleasant during the day and chilly at night.

Dharamshala Tour Packages are customizable and are suitable for a bunch of friends looking for an exciting trip, families looking to bond in the lap of nature and honeymooners who wish to spend some quality time with each other. Detailed Dharamshala itinerary makes the travel plans easy to understand with the day-to-day itinerary.

Summer

Summer is the most ideal time to visit Dharamshala. The whole place is blooming with various kinds of flowers and buzzing with the sound of bees and butterflies hovering over the flowers. The weather is pleasant during this time which makes it a great time to visit Dharamshala. The temperature ranges from 22 to 35 degrees. This is the peak season in Dharamshala especially since many people come during this time for trekking. One of the most popular treks in Dharamshala is Triund. The summer season is from April to June.

Monsoon

Dharamshala is a real treat to the eyes during the monsoon season as the whole place gets brighten up with lush greenery thanks to the rainfall. There are clouds lingering with frequent rainfall. Visiting Dharamshala during monsoons is great to see the mesmerizing beauty but it isn’t actually a great time since the roads get blocked and you won’t be able to explore this place.

Winter

October to March is the winter months in Dharamshala and the temperature ranges from 4 to 7 degrees during peak winters. It is a good time to visit this place as one can enjoy snowfall or at least see the snow-clad mountains in close vicinity. It is a peak tourist season hence the hotel prices also get high.

Dharamshala offers the tourists wide range of locations to visit, from picturesque landscapes to museums and forts, to nearby quaint villages. The Dalai Lama Temple in Mcleodganj is among the top attractions in the town. Tourists can also explore places like Bhagsu Waterfall, Dal Lake, Triund Hill, and Dharamshala Cricket Stadium by booking our Dharamshala holiday tour packages from any major city in India. The art and architecture of the city is something to admire, like that of Masroor Rock Cut Temple that displays intrinsic designs of North Indian temple architecture. The 8th-century temple is located some 60 kilometers or 2-hour drive from Dharamshala. Situated across a small pond, this temple is one of the hidden gems in Kangra Valley.

Kangra Fort, constructed by the royal family of Kangra, is an incredible sample of architecture. It was constructed in the 4th century BC and is the longest fort in the Himalayas. From the fort, one can enjoy the magnificent view of Banganga river and Manjhi river. Maharaja Sansar Chand Katoch Museum is nearby from the fort and can be easily visited.