What does this tour package cover?
This 6 Days / 5 Nights private itinerary covers Shimla, Manali, Himachal Pradesh with planned sightseeing and transfer support. Hotels, vehicle, pickup point and route pace can be customized.
Major experiences: Palampur and Kangra, private AC transfers, customizable hotels.
- Duration
- 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Itinerary
- 5 days
- Destination
- Shimla, Manali, Himachal Pradesh
- Guest rating
- 4.6/5 · 12 reviews
- Travel style
- Private & customizable
- Support
- Trip My Bharat assistance
Trip My Bharat’s Guide to 6 Days Palampur and Kangra Tour Packages
A note from Trip My Bharat
Trip My Bharat has kept this 6 Days / 5 Nights journey focused on Palampur and Kangra, with sensible travel time between the main stops. If you are travelling with children, parents or a private group, we can rearrange the day plan to make it more comfortable.
How we would plan the days
The present plan covers Arrival in Dharamshala and Local Sightseeing, Complete Dharamshala Sightseeing, Dharamshala to McLeod Ganj Transfer and Sightseeing, McLeod Ganj to Dharamshala Transfer and Sightseeing and Dharamshala Sightseeing and Departure. Think of it as a well-tested route rather than a rigid timetable; we fine-tune the daily start times after your pickup and stay details are known.
A practical local tip
Mountain weather and drive time can change quickly. Snow routes, high passes and monsoon-affected roads need a fresh check, while peak-season hotel locations should be selected to reduce daily traffic time.
One last check before you book
Take a minute to check the final voucher before the journey. Names, dates, pickup point, hotel, vehicle and included sightseeing should match your plan. Weather-dependent or timing-sensitive visits are best checked again close to travel.
Our route check: For current regional guidance, our planning team also refers to Himachal Pradesh Tourism. Local timings and travel conditions can still change, so we verify time-sensitive details again for your travel dates.
Tour Highlights
Palampur and Kangra
private AC transfers
customizable hotels
local sightseeing
trip assistance
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Dharamshala and Local Sightseeing
Pickup & Hotel Check-in
Pickup from the selected airport, railway station or hotel. Your Trip My Bharat travel coordinator will connect you with the assigned driver, help confirm the day’s route and ensure a smooth transfer to Dharamshala. Complete hotel check-in, freshen up and begin the time-permitting visits.
Dharamshala Sightseeing Highlights
- HPCA Stadium
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Dharamshala. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 2
Complete Dharamshala Sightseeing
Morning Sightseeing Plan
After breakfast, start a logically sequenced private tour of Dharamshala, keeping current opening hours, weather, traffic and group pace in mind.
Dharamshala Sightseeing Highlights
- War Memorial
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Dharamshala. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 3
Dharamshala to McLeod Ganj Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from Dharamshala to McLeod Ganj (about 6 km / 25–40 minutes). Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
McLeod Ganj Sightseeing Highlights
- Tsuglagkhang Complex
- Bhagsunag Temple
- Bhagsu Waterfall
- St John in the Wilderness
Optional / Time-Permitting Experiences
- Naddi viewpoint
- Dal Lake
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in McLeod Ganj. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 4
McLeod Ganj to Dharamshala Transfer and Sightseeing
Breakfast, Checkout & Road Transfer
After breakfast, check out and drive from McLeod Ganj to Dharamshala. Take suitable comfort and refreshment stops en route, then check in and continue with the planned visits.
Dharamshala Sightseeing Highlights
- Kangra Art Museum
Evening & Overnight Stay
After sightseeing, your driver will drop you back at the hotel in Dharamshala. The evening is yours to relax, explore nearby food options or speak with the Trip My Bharat coordinator about the next day’s plan. Settle in for a comfortable overnight stay.
Day 5
Dharamshala Sightseeing and Departure
Morning Sightseeing Plan
After breakfast, start a logically sequenced private tour of Dharamshala, keeping current opening hours, weather, traffic and group pace in mind.
Dharamshala Sightseeing Highlights
- Norbulingka Institute
Checkout & Departure
After the final visits, your Trip My Bharat driver will take you to the agreed airport or railway station and assist with a comfortable drop. The day’s route will be adjusted around your confirmed departure time.
What's Included & Excluded
Inclusions
5 items- Private AC vehicle for the confirmed itinerary, transfers and sightseeing
- Pickup and drop from the mutually agreed airport, railway station or hotel
- Driver allowance, fuel and applicable road tolls for the confirmed route
- Day-wise route planning with destination and seasonal travel guidance
- Trip My Bharat coordination and travel assistance during the journey
Exclusions
4 items- Flights, train tickets and intercity transport not listed in the confirmation
- Hotel accommodation and meals unless specifically included in the final quote
- Entry tickets, local guides, activities, safari, ropeway or permit charges
- Personal expenses, travel insurance and anything not mentioned in inclusions
Top Attractions
Guest experiences for this route
12 published reviews
“We travelled as a family and especially enjoyed the local experiences. Hotel and pickup coordination was clear from the beginning.”
“The day-wise plan saved us from unnecessary backtracking. The team also adjusted one stop when local traffic became heavy.”
“Our parents were comfortable with the pace. Rest breaks were planned properly and the assistance near the main sightseeing route was useful.”
“Communication on WhatsApp was quick and the final pickup details matched the written itinerary. A smooth experience overall.”
“The guide explained the local history in a simple way and gave us enough independent time at the local experiences.”
“The cab was comfortable for the longer road transfer. We appreciated the flexible meal and photography stops.”
“This was our first visit to Shimla, Manali, Himachal Pradesh. The sequence of attractions made sense and helped us use the available time well.”
“One attraction was crowded, but the driver changed the order and we still completed the important visits comfortably.”
“The package felt personal rather than fixed. Our request for a slower morning and an extra stop near the main sightseeing route was accommodated.”
“Good coordination from arrival to final drop. The route notes, hotel location and local suggestions were genuinely helpful.”
“A balanced trip with sightseeing and enough rest time. the local experiences was the highlight for everyone in our group.”
“Booking was straightforward and there were no surprise route changes. We received clear information before every transfer.”
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