5-Day Adventure Itinerary for Chamba, Dharamshala, and Dalhousie

  1. Day 1: Chamera Lake and Dam
    1 hour 30 minutes (37 miles) from Chamba

    Enjoy water sports like kayaking and boating, or take a walk on the scenic trails, surrounded by the Himalayas and dense forests.

  2. Day 2: Triund Trek and Galu Temple
    2 hours and 20 minutes (34.7 miles) from Chamera Lake

    Climb the popular Triund trail for picturesque views of the Kangra Valley. Enroute visit the ancient Galu Temple and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

  3. Day 3: Tibetan Museum and Meditation Center
    1 hour 20 minutes (28.6 miles) from Triund Trek

    Learn about the rich cultural and religious history of Tibet at the museum. Take a meditation session at the center, take a break from the world to find inner peace.

  4. Day 4: Satdhara Waterfall and Panchpula
    1 hour 10 minutes (13.2 miles) from Tibetan Museum and Meditation Center

    Head towards Satdhara waterfall, known for its medicinal properties and then move to Panchpula, a beautiful picnic spot surrounded by lush greenery.

  5. Day 5: Khajjiar Lake and Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary
    1 hour 25 minutes (12.1 miles) from Panchpula

    Visit the picturesque Khajjiar Lake, famous as the Mini Switzerland of India. Trek to Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary to observe the wildlife in their natural habitats.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chamera Lake & Dam (2 hours, INR 250 per person)
  • Triund Trek and Galu Temple (6-7 hours, INR 1800 per person)
  • Tibetan Museum and Meditation Center (3 hours, free entry)
  • Satdhara Waterfall and Panchpula (4 hours, INR 1000 per person)
  • Khajjiar Lake and Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 800 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3850

Useful Tips

You can add Garam Sadak, a famous street in Dalhousie that offers street food, handicrafts and clothing, to your itinerary for Day 4. Those who have extra time can also visit the St. John's church and Bhuri Singh Museum in Chamba.

If you have less time, you can combine Day 1 and Day 2. To save costs, avoid taking a private cab and use public transportation instead.

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