SuryawanshiTours & Travels
Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh
About 1,450 m

Dharamshala

Home of the Dalai Lama and the Dhauladhar range

Dharamshala in short

Dharamshala and the higher McLeod Ganj are set against the steep Dhauladhar range in the Kangra Valley. It's the seat of the Tibetan government-in-exile, a Tibetan Buddhist hub, and an increasingly popular base for treks like Triund and short walks around Bhagsu and Dharamkot.

Best time to visit

March–June and September–November

Altitude
About 1,450 m
State
Himachal Pradesh
HPCA Cricket Stadium

Around Dharamshala

HPCA Cricket Stadium

Under the Dhauladhar range, among the highest cricket grounds in the world.

Bhagsu Waterfall

A short walk from Bhagsunag, near McLeod Ganj.

Village walks

Quiet paths through fields and trees below the mountains.

Things to do in Dharamshala

  1. Tsuglagkhang Complex, the Dalai Lama's residence and temple

  2. Triund day trek for views of the Dhauladhar wall

  3. Bhagsu Waterfall and Bhagsunag Temple

  4. Norbulingka Institute for Tibetan arts

  5. HPCA Cricket Stadium, among the highest in the world

More of Himachal

Kasol photo: Alok Kumar, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Jibhi photo: Phototraveller1, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Dalhousie photo: Piyush Tripathi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Kinnaur photo: Anubhav Agarwal, edited by UnpetitproleX, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Why book with Suryawanshi Tours & Travels

Founded by retired HP Police Inspector

Inder Dutt Suryawanshi brings decades of local Himachal experience and a deep commitment to safety.

Drivers experienced with hill terrain

Our drivers know Himachal's roads in every season: monsoon, snow, and high passes.

Transparent pricing, no hidden costs

What you see is what you pay. Full breakdown shared upfront on WhatsApp.

5.0★ rated on Google

Trusted by families, couples, and groups from across India. Read reviews on Google.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Dharamshala?

March–June and September–November. Roads and weather change with the season, so tell us your dates and we will say what to expect.

What are the main things to do in Dharamshala?

Tsuglagkhang Complex, the Dalai Lama's residence and temple. Triund day trek for views of the Dhauladhar wall. Bhagsu Waterfall and Bhagsunag Temple. Norbulingka Institute for Tibetan arts. HPCA Cricket Stadium, among the highest in the world.

Do you have Dharamshala tour packages?

Yes. There are 3 Dharamshala packages on this page, and each one can be changed to fit your dates, group and budget.

Do you arrange transport to Dharamshala?

Yes. We arrange pickup and drop at Chandigarh airport and railway station, Kalka railway station and Delhi, in an Innova, Crysta, Scorpio, Bolero or a 12 to 17 seater tempo traveller, with a driver who knows the hill roads.

Tell us your dates. We plan the rest.

Send a message with where, when and how many people. We reply with an itinerary and a quote.

Or call 94184 53940 or 70189 86127

Dharamshala

Custom itinerary on request