A 5-day Adventure Itinerary of Chamba, Dharamshala, Dalhousie

1. Day 1: Chamba's Khajjiar Lake
   1-hour (22 km) from Chamera Dam

   A pristine lake surrounded by cedar forests, often touted as 'India's Mini Switzerland'.

2. Day 2: Triund Trek in Dharamshala
   2-hours (54 km) from Khajjiar Lake, Chamba

   A moderate trek on the outskirts of Dharamshala with breathtaking views of the Kangra Valley, and an overnight stay in one of the campsites on the hilltop.

3. Day 3: The Masroor Rock Cut Temple in Kangra Valley
   2-hours (48 km) from Triund Trek, Dharamshala

   A complex of rock-cut temples carved in a single monolithic rock, said to belong to the 8th century CE.

4. Day 4: Scenic Drive to Dalhousie
   2-hours (75 km) from Kangra Valley

   A picturesque drive through one of the highest motorable passes in Himachal Pradesh - Dainkund Pass with a stop-over at the peaceful Satdhara Falls en route to Dalhousie.

5. Day 5: Dalhousie's Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary
   30-minutes (10 km) from Dalhousie main town

   A biodiverse hub for local flora and fauna, amidst deodar jungle and snow-clad peaks. Various trails for trekking and most popular as the home to the Indian bird species - the Himalayan Monal.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Khajjiar Lake (2-3 hours, Free entry)
• Triund Trek (2 Days, Accommodation cost around INR 1500-2000 per person)
• Masroor Rock Cut Temple (2-3 hours, Entry cost INR 20 per person)
• Scenic Drive to Dalhousie (1 Day, Car rental cost around INR 2500-3500)
• Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary (4-5 hours, Entry INR 75 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs (excluding food and beverages): INR 2500-4500 per person

Useful Tips

For adventure enthusiasts, we suggest extending the Triund Trek by adding a night stay in the nearby mountain village of Mcleodganj. Opt for paragliding while in Khajjiar and going on a camping expedition to Satdhara Falls.