Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary in McLeodGanj - Dwelling in Nature and Calm

  1. Day 1: Explore McLeodGanj Market Area & Indulge in Local Specialties
    10:00 am - 2.00 pm
    3.5 km (12 min) from Guest House near River

    Begin your day by visiting the famous McLeodGanj Market Area. Walk around the colorful stalls and shops, and pick up some unique souvenirs such as handwoven shawls, gems, jewelry, or Tibetan artefacts. Relish in some mouth-watering traditional Himachali and Tibetian food at local restaurants like Nick's Italian Kitchen, Tibetan Kitchen, and Black Tent Café.

  2. Day 2: Enjoy Nature Walks and Visit Waterfalls nearby
    10:30 am - 5:00 pm
    15 km (35 min) from McLeodGanj Market Area

    Immerse yourself within the lush greenery of Bhagsu Nag Trail. Along the way, visit the hanging Bhagsu Waterfall whose beauty doubled during monsoon season. Enjoy a leisurely meal at one of the cafes nearby amongst the quietness of the springs and nature. Another lovely option is a short drive to Naddi Village where you can visit Dal Lake, Bird's Eye View Point, and Guna Temple. You will be able to appreciate an astonishing, peaceful and calming view of the mountains.

  3. Day 3: Visit The St. John in The Wilderness Church & Fun Activities for Family
    9:00 am - 2:30 pm
    2 km (10 min) from McLeodGanj Market Area

    The St. John in the Wilderness Church is a sight notable for its Gothic Architecture amidst the tranquil environment of the forest surrounding it. Take a stroll in the forested surroundings and make a visit to the British Cemetery. Afterwards, make your way to some family-friendly activities such as visiting the Dalai Lama Temple Complex, enjoying some indoor fun activities like table tennis, snooker, or video games. Another fun option is to enjoy some adventurous activities such as paragliding, ziplining, and trekking at Mount Dhauladhar’s base camp in Dharamkot.

  4. Day 4: Spend a day at the Guest House near the River
    10 am - 5 pm
    4 km (15 min) from The St. John in the Wilderness Church

    On your last day, spend time relaxing amidst the serenity of the Guest House located near the river. Take a walk along the riverside, go for a swim, soak in some sun, and spend quality time with your family. You can savor your last holiday meal by requesting the in-house chef for some authentic local food

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Local Food at McLeodGanj Market Area (2 hrs, INR 500)
  • Bhagsu Waterfall Visit (4 hrs, INR 200)
  • Dalai Lama Temple Complex Visit (3 hrs, INR 150)
  • Paragliding, Ziplining, and Trekking at Dharamkot (Full Day, INR 3000)
  • Local Food at Guest House by River (2 hrs, INR 800)
  • Total Estimated Costs (Per Person): INR 3650

Useful Tips

If you have Extra Time:

  • Visit the beautiful village of Bir-Billing, a 2.5-hour drive from McLeodGanj, for some adventure sports such as Bunjee Jumping and Paragliding.
  • The Namgyal Monastery is also a must-visit and is the largest Tibetan Monastery outside of Tibet.
  • If you have Less Time:
  • Incase of Less Time or reaching late on Day 1, skip the Market area for the Day 1 itinerary and proceed to Day 2 Instead
  • On Day 3, opt out of adventure sports, incase of limited time
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