This small town named Dalhousie is nestled in the beautiful Himachal Pradesh. it is a paradise for nature lovers due to its natural landscapes, flower-bedded meadows, pine trees valleys, pristine flowy rivers, and much more. During colonialism, when India was ruled by the British, Dalhousie was a favorite summer spot for holidays, hence you can see the strong influence of Victorian-style architecture in Dalhousie.
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Dalhousie: Best Places to Visit
Khajjiar
Khajjiar is the key attraction of the Dalhousie package. It is a beautiful hill station and is known as the ‘Switzerland of India’ for its pristine atmosphere. Khajjiar is an amazing place to experience filled with solitary bliss and is popular for hosting several adventure sports. Some of the popular activities one can get indulged in here include zorbing, paragliding, horse riding, etc. The place’s breathtaking views and thrilling adventure sports make it the main attraction among the families.
Panchpula
Trekking enthusiasts and adventure-seeking tourists must visit Panchpula. This trekking site is located very near to Dalhousie and is an amazing spot for a day’ long excursion. Book a mesmerizing trip in your Dalhousie trip letting you explore mountains and valleys that can be viewed from some elevated sites only.
Satdhara Falls
Satdhara Falls is surrounded by the most refreshing flora and fauna of the state of Himachal Pradesh. The falls have a mesmerizing stream of freshwater that collects down to a gorging reservoir. The climatic conditions give a calm and soothing experience to the travelers This location is one of the best additions to your vacations in Dalhousie, many honeymooners also consider it in their Dalhousie honeymoon package.
Chamera Lake
Chamera Lake lies amidst plethora of mountain ranges making the place cool throughout the year. The tourists can take boat rides around the lake and explore some of nature’s most treasured corners here. Make sure to click a lot of photographs while on your tour to Dalhousie.
Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary
With an abundance of wildlife, snow-covered mountains, and Deodar foilage, the wildlife sanctuary is loaded with beauty and nature. The wildlife sanctuary is located just a few kilometers away from the Chamba Dam and Reservoir, the sanctuary is famous for its rich flora and fauna. The sanctuary is an ideal getaway for a weekend trip with your partner, so make sure you book it in your Dalhousie tour package for couple.
Dalhousie: Local Dishes to Try Here
Homemade cake
Your Dalhousie tour would not be considered complete without trying the locally made homemade cakes. Dalhousie Café is famous for serving delicious cakes. Enjoy hot snacks in a cool climate along with sipping your favorite tea or coffee at the cafes here.
Punjabi Thali
The Punjabi meal prepared in Dalhousie consists of Indian bread, traditional curries and lentils served along with steamed rice. To add some spice to the dish, homemade spices and fresh herbs are used for garnishing.
Finger Food
Enjoy hot and spicy finger food with a variety of cheese and sauce dips that are mostly used at all the food joints in Dalhousie. Some of the food dishes to try here include fries, burgers, rolls, etc. Several restaurants prepare mouth-watering finger food that can be taken in the amazing weather of Dalhousie.
Best Time to Visit Dalhousie
The best time to book Dalhousie travel packages is the summer season. The summer season is the most preferred time to visit Dalhousie, the season begins in March and ends in June. This is also the high season so make sure you get all bookings done in advance. The days in Dalhousie in summer are pleasant with the average temperature varying from 25- 30 degrees Celsius while the night is cooler dropping and the temperature reaches 10 degrees Celsius.
During the monsoon season, you can view wild blossoms, carpeting the entire valley in reds, blues, and yellows. The Winter season has snowfall and becomes an ideal destination for honeymooners.
How To Reach Dalhousie
Dalhousie is well-connected to different parts of the country an there are different ways to reaching Dalhousie including:
By Flight
The nearest airport to Dalhousie is in Pathankot, which is located just 75 kilometers away from Dalhousie. The airport is connected to New Delhi only, so travelers from different cities can come to Delhi and from there take a flight to Pathankot. Another nearest airport is Gaggal airport, located 140 kilometers away from Dalhousie. From any of these airports, travelers can either board a bus or book a private cab to reach Dalhousie. The traveling cost can also be included in Dalhousie trip cost.
By Road
Various deluxe, semi-sleeper, luxury, and Volvo buses run from ISBT New Delhi to Dalhousie. The travelers can also opt to self-drive from New Delhi, Chandigarh, HP, or other nearby places.
By Train
Traveling by train is also a convenient way to reach Pathankot’s Chakki Bank railhead, which is located 71 km away from Dalhousie. Various deluxe and express trains from almost all the major cities of India reach Pathankot railway station.
We at Honeymoon Bug curate the best Dalhousie holiday tour packages offering a chance to have a great traveling experience for all the travelers. Consisting of some of the best accommodations and transfer facility, our customized packages urge tourists to pack their bags and travel to the hills.
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