Six hours, many monastery gates. This Dharamshala tour strings together the places that keep Tibetan Buddhism alive in the hills, from the Namgyal Monastery (the spiritual base of the Dalai Lama) to quieter retreats and practice-focused monasteries. I like that the day is built around understanding what you’re seeing, not just ticking off buildings. Two … Read more
Triund’s short, steep, and worth every step. This day hike from McLeod Ganj turns into a full-on mountain experience: you climb through oak, rhododendron, and deodar forest, then reach the alpine meadow of Triund for wide views over the Dhauladhars and the Kangra Valley. You also get local stories along the way, which makes the … Read more
A hill station you can walk through. This private heritage and colonial trail takes you step-by-step from Christ Church to the Indian Institute of Advanced Study, with a local guide who brings the buildings (and the people behind them) to life. I like that you get a real local point of view, and I also … Read more