Guided Tour to Palampur-Monasteries, Temple & Tea Gardens visit

Guided Tour to Palampur-Monasteries, Temple & Tea Gardens visit

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About This Tour in Dharamsala

Embark on a guided day tour from your hotel to Palampur, North India's tea capital. Visit Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir, a 400-year-old temple dedicated to Goddess Durga. Explore Dorzong Monastic Institute nestled in the Dhauladhar Mountain Range, fostering Buddhism's teachings. Learn about tea cultivation and manufacturing during a plantation walk and factory visit, followed by a tea tasting session. Conclude your tour with a visit to Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery. Experience the rich history and culture of Palampur and its surroundings in a single day.

Why Visit Dharamsala?

Dharamsala, India offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Dharamsala provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Dharamsala

You can reach Dharamsala, India by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Tea tour with Tea Tasting.
  • Bottled water
  • All Taxes
  • Local guide ( Option 2)
  • Hotel/airport pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Any meal
  • Gopalpur Zoo+Saurabh Van Vihar fees for foreign tourist

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • The duration of transfers is approximate; exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 10 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Meet your guide and driver at Hotel 15 minutes

Meet your guide and driver at Hotel.They will Pick up you as per schedule time and drive towards Tea Capital of North India Called Palampur.

Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir also known as Chamunda... 15 minutes

Shri Chamunda Devi Mandir also known as Chamunda Nandikeshwar Dham is a temple dedicated to Shri Chamunda Devi, a form of Goddess Durga.Thus, this temple was constructed around 400 years ago for the ease of the believers.

Nestled at the base of the Dhauladhar Mountain... 15 minutes

Nestled at the base of the Dhauladhar Mountain Range, the Dorzong Monastic Institute (DMI) serves as a dedicated space for the study and practice of Buddha Dharma. Positioned approximately 20 kilometers from Dharamshala, near Gopalpur village, this institute was founded by the Eighth Kyabje Dorzong Rinpoche. The scenic location, adorned with cedar forests, was carefully chosen to serve as a haven for preserving Buddhism and fostering the teachings of the Drukpa Kagyu community.

The tour will start with a presentation about... 45 minutes

The tour will start with a presentation about the history of the estate and a brief description about how tea is grown, manufactured, sorted and tasted. This is followed by a walk around the plantation with a tour guide, who will provide information on how the bushes are grown and looked after. You can learn about plucking and try your hand at plucking 'two leaves and a bud'.This is followed by the factory visit, where you will be able to learn the process of tea manufacturing with explanations of the withering, rolling, fermenting, drying and sorting processes and interact with the workers. Also, learn how our hand-made green tea is made in the traditional woks 'kadhais'.Lastly, experience a Tea Tasting session where you can discover the different flavours, appearance and aroma of various grades of tea manufactured at factory, throughout the season. The tea tasting sessions are led by our experienced team, who will lay out a range of freshly brewed teas for you to taste.

Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery for Himalayan women in... 30 minutes

Dongyu Gatsal Ling Nunnery for Himalayan women in the Drukpa Kagyu Tradition of Tibetan Buddhism.

Frequently Asked Questions

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