6-Day Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour: Temples, Mountains and Meadows

Our Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour brings together the best of the western Himalayas and the Punjab plains. Spend two nights in Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj, the home of the Dalai Lama, two nights among the pine forests of Dalhousie with a day at the meadow of Khajjiar, and end in Amritsar with the Wagah Border ceremony and the Golden Temple at sunrise. It is a private tour with your own car, driver and local guides.

Shamrock Journeys is a trusted Himachal tour operator. Since 2002 we have planned private Himachal and Punjab tours for families, couples and groups.

Tour at a Glance

Here are the key facts of the 6-day Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour.

Tour name: Dharamshala, Dalhousie and Amritsar
Duration: 6 days and 5 nights
Route: Dharamshala (2 nights), Dalhousie (2 nights), Amritsar (1 night)
Starts: Amritsar, Pathankot, Kangra (Gaggal) airport or Chandigarh. Ends: Amritsar
Tour type: private tour with car, driver and local guides
Highlights: the Tsuglagkhang temple, McLeod Ganj, Bhagsu Falls, Khajjiar, Kalatop, the Wagah Border ceremony and the Golden Temple
Best time: October to June

Why Choose This Tour

Three different worlds: Tibetan McLeod Ganj, colonial Dalhousie and Sikh Amritsar.
Khajjiar: a full day at the Mini Switzerland of India.
Short drives: no drive is longer than about six hours.
Easy to reach: Amritsar has direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai and other cities.
Private and flexible: one of our most popular Himachal tour packages for families and couples.

Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie Tour Itinerary

This is the day-by-day plan of the Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour.

Day 1: Arrive and Drive to Dharamshala

We meet you at Amritsar airport or station, about 200 km and four to five hours from Dharamshala, or at Pathankot station (about 90 km), Kangra airport (about 15 km) or Chandigarh. Drive into the Kangra Valley with the Dhauladhar peaks ahead, check in to your hotel and rest.

Overnight: Dharamshala

Day 2: McLeod Ganj and Tibetan Culture

With a local guide, visit the Tsuglagkhang complex, the main temple next to the residence of the Dalai Lama, and the Namgyal Monastery. Walk the lanes of the McLeod Ganj market, then go up to the Bhagsu Nag temple and Bhagsu Falls.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Dharamshala. Read our Dharamshala travel guide.

Day 3: Dharamshala to Dalhousie

After breakfast, drive about four hours, about 120 km, through pine forests to Dalhousie. Check in to your hotel, then walk from Gandhi Chowk along the Mall, past St John’s Church.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Dalhousie

Day 4: Khajjiar and Kalatop

Drive about 24 km through the Kalatop forest to Khajjiar, a wide green meadow and small lake ringed by tall cedar trees. Enjoy pony rides, short walks or simply the view. On the way back, stop in the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, or climb Dainkund Peak for views of the snow peaks.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Dalhousie. Read our Dalhousie tour packages and travel guide.

Day 5: Dalhousie to Amritsar and the Wagah Border

Drive to Amritsar, about five to six hours, and check in to your hotel. In the late afternoon, go to the Attari-Wagah border for the flag-lowering ceremony, full of music and national pride.

Meals: breakfast. Overnight: Amritsar

Day 6: The Golden Temple and Departure

Day six is the highlight of the Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour. Visit the Golden Temple at sunrise, when the gold glows on the holy pool. Share a simple meal at the langar, the free community kitchen, then walk to the Jallianwala Bagh memorial. We then take you to Amritsar airport or station. Your Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour ends here.

Meals: breakfast. Read our Amritsar guide.

What Is Included

Your Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour includes:

Five nights in hotels of your choice, from 3-star to luxury, on a twin or double sharing basis
Breakfast every day
A private air-conditioned car with driver for all transfers and sightseeing
A local guide in McLeod Ganj and Amritsar
All taxes, tolls, parking and driver costs

What Is Not Included

Flights and trains
Lunch and dinner
Entry tickets, pony rides and activities
Personal expenses and travel insurance

Best Time for This Tour

The Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour is best from October to June. October and November bring clear mountain views, December to February brings snow to Dalhousie and Khajjiar, and March to June is pleasant in the hills but hot in Amritsar. July to September brings heavy rain to the hills.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour private?

Yes. You travel with your own car and driver, with local guides.

Can I start in Amritsar instead?

Yes. We can begin with the Golden Temple and Wagah, and end the tour in the hills.

Will I see snow?

From December to February, snow often falls in Dalhousie, Khajjiar and on Dainkund Peak.

Is this tour good for families?

Yes. The drives are short, and children love the pony rides at Khajjiar.

Can I add a day?

Yes. Our 7-day Himalayas to the Golden Temple tour adds a third night in Dharamshala.

How much does the Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour cost?

The price depends on your hotels, the number of travellers and the season. Tell us your plans and we will send a clear quotation.

More Tours with Amritsar

Many guests change or extend their Amritsar Dharamshala Dalhousie tour.

4-day Dalhousie with Amritsar tour: Dalhousie and Khajjiar only.
5-day Amritsar Dharamshala tour: Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj only.
7-day Himalayas to the Golden Temple tour: the same route at an easier pace.
8-day Himachal with Amritsar and Katra tour: with Vaishno Devi.

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