Overview

Explore the best of Himachal with a scenic journey through Dharamshala & McLeodganj, the peaceful hills of Dalhousie & Khajjiar, and the thrilling paragliding experience at Bir Billing. This tour balances sightseeing, leisure and soft adventure, making it ideal for families, friends and youth groups.

5 Nights 6 Days Available on request
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • 5 nights accommodation in chosen category hotels:

    • Dharamshala – 2 Nights

    • Bir – 1 Night

    • Dalhousie – 2 Nights

  • Meal plan: Breakfast and Dinner (MAP) from Day 2 breakfast to Day 6 breakfast.

  • All sightseeing and transfers by private vehicle as per itinerary.

  • One tandem paragliding flight at Bir Billing (standard duration as per operator).

  • Services of experienced pilot and basic safety equipment for paragliding.

  • Driver allowances, tolls, parking and applicable road taxes.

  • Basic tour assistance and coordination.

What is NOT included in the tour

  • Travel to and from starting point (flight/train/Volvo) unless specifically included.

  • Any airfare, train fare or Volvo tickets if not mentioned in inclusions.

  • Lunches, snacks and beverages other than what is part of the meal plan.

  • Entry fees to monuments/parks, camera charges, boating, cable car, horse riding, adventure activities etc.

  • Personal expenses: room service, laundry, phone calls, tips, porterage, medicines, shopping etc.

  • GoPro/photos/video charges for paragliding and extended/longer flight options.

  • Extra sightseeing or vehicle use not mentioned in the itinerary.

  • Costs arising due to natural calamities, landslides, roadblocks, strikes, or delays/cancellations of trains, flights or buses.

  • Government taxes (GST/TCS) and any other charges not mentioned in inclusions.

Highlights
What makes this tour special

  • Picturesque drives through the Dhauladhar ranges, pine and deodar forests.

  • Tibetan charm of Dharamshala & McLeodganj – monasteries, markets and cafes.

  • Hill‑station vibes of Dalhousie, with colonial churches and panoramic viewpoints.

  • Excursion to Khajjiar (Mini Switzerland of India) – lush meadows and optional activities.

  • Bir Billing Paragliding – tandem flight at one of the world’s top paragliding sites.

  • Visits to tea gardens, ancient temples and Tibetan colonies en route.

Itinerary
Day 1

Arrival at Chandigarh depart Dharamshala

Chandigarh to Dharamshala
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  • Arrival at Dharamshala from Chandigarh.

  • Hotel check‑in and rest.

  • Evening free for local market / leisure.

  • Dinner and overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Day 2

Full Day Dharamshala – McLeodganj Sightseeing

Dharamshala
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  • Breakfast at hotel.

  • Full‑day sightseeing:

    • McLeodganj town

    • Dalai Lama Temple complex & Tibetan Monastery

    • Bhagsu Nag Temple & Waterfall (walk as per fitness)

    • Naddi / Dal Lake area and view points (time & season permitting)

    • HPCA Cricket Stadium photo stop (if route allows)

    • Evening free for café hopping and shopping.

    • Dinner and overnight stay in Dharamshala.

Day 3

Dharamshala – Palampur – Bir

Bir
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  • Breakfast and check‑out.

  • Drive towards Bir with en‑route sightseeing (as per time):

    • Tea gardens around Palampur

    • Baijnath Temple / Chamunda Devi / Norbulingka (optional as per route).

  • Reach Bir by late afternoon/evening, check‑in to hotel/camp.

  • Explore Bir Tibetan Colony, monastery and café street.

  • Dinner and overnight stay in Bir.

Day 4

Bir Billing Paragliding – Dalhousie

Dalhousie
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  • Early breakfast.

  • Transfer to Billing for paragliding flight (weather permitting).

  • Land at Bir landing site, collect photos/videos (if opted).

  • Free time for snacks/café and short walk around.

  • Later drive to Dalhousie.

  • Evening arrival, check‑in to hotel.

  • Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 5

Dalhousie – Khajjiar Excursion

Dalhousie
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  • Breakfast at hotel.

  • Dalhousie local points: churches, viewpoints, Subhash Chowk / Gandhi Chowk etc.

  • Excursion to Khajjiar (subject to road and weather):

    • Walk around meadow, click photos.

    • Optional activities: horse riding, zorbing, etc. (direct payment).

  • Return to Dalhousie in the evening, free time for shopping.

  • Dinner and overnight stay in Dalhousie.

Day 6

Drop at Chandigarh Airport

Chandigarh
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  • Breakfast and check‑out.

  • Transfer to Pathankot / Amritsar / Chandigarh / Delhi as per onward journey plan.

  • Tour ends.

Route Map
Dharamshala – Dalhousie – Bir Billing with Paragliding - Route mapDharamshala – Dalhousie – Bir Billing with Paragliding - Route map