About this Himachal Tour
Tea gardens, art and a paragliding flight
An offbeat escape into the green Kangra valley tea country. Wander the rolling Palampur tea gardens, visit the charming artist village of Andretta (of pottery and theatre fame), and end with a tandem paragliding flight at nearby Bir.
Peaceful, cultured and scenic, with the mighty Dhauladhar range as a constant backdrop - a lovely, uncrowded long weekend.
Trip Highlights
Tea estates, pottery villages and paragliding
The Palampur tea gardens
The artist village of Andretta
A tandem paragliding flight at Bir
Dhauladhar range views
Neugal Khad & Tashi Jong monastery
Peaceful, offbeat Kangra valley
Trip Gallery
A taste of the trip
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Four peaceful days in tea country
- Arrive in Palampur; check in.
- Walk through the tea gardens; evening at Neugal Khad.
- Visit the Andretta artist village and pottery studio.
- Tashi Jong monastery and a tea-factory tour.
- Drive to Bir; tandem paragliding flight (weather permitting).
- Bir's Tibetan monasteries and cafes.
- A last cafe breakfast in Bir.
- Depart for Pathankot/Chandigarh.
What's Included
Transparent pricing — no hidden surprises
- All arrival & departure transfers
- 3 nights hotel stay (Kangra Valley)
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- All sightseeing & transfers by private vehicle
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls & parking
- 24x7 on-trip support
- Train/air fare to the start city
- Lunches & personal expenses
- Rohtang permit, adventure & activity charges
- Entry tickets, ropeway & pony rides
- GST as applicable
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to Carry
Mountain holiday essentials
Important Notes
Please read before booking
Best Time: March–June is pleasant and green; December–February brings snow to Shimla, Manali and Kufri; July–September sees monsoon showers and occasional landslides.
How to Reach: The trip is by road in a private vehicle. Most itineraries start from Chandigarh or Delhi; the nearest airports are Chandigarh, Kullu (Bhuntar) and Gaggal (Dharamshala).
Hill Roads: Himachal''s mountain roads are winding and slower than plains. We plan realistic drive times and use experienced local drivers.
Money & Network: Carry some cash for smaller towns; ATMs are in main towns. Mobile network is good in cities and patchy in remote valleys.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book
Palampur is the tea capital of northwest India, set amid lush green tea gardens with the Dhauladhar range as a backdrop. It is peaceful, scenic and far less crowded than the big hill stations - ideal for a calm escape.
Andretta is a small artist village near Palampur famous for its pottery (the Andretta Pottery studio), its theatre heritage and the homes of noted artists. You can watch or try pottery and soak up its creative, rustic charm.
Yes - a tandem paragliding flight at nearby Bir is included, weather permitting. Bir Billing is one of the world's top flying sites, and the flight over the Kangra valley is a thrilling highlight.
Very - the Kangra tea country is quieter, greener and more cultural than the busy hill-station circuit, making it perfect for travellers seeking calm, scenery and a touch of art and adventure.
Palampur has its own small railway station on the Kangra Valley narrow-gauge line, and the nearest airport is Gaggal (Kangra). Pathankot railhead and overnight Volvo from Delhi are also options. We arrange the transfer.
Yes - we include a visit to a local tea estate/factory where you can see how Kangra tea is processed and pick up fresh tea to take home.
Yes - it is gentle and relaxed, with easy walks and short drives. The paragliding is optional, so those who prefer to stay grounded can simply enjoy the tea country and monasteries.
March to June and September to November offer pleasant weather and lush or golden tea gardens. Monsoon makes everything vividly green but can affect paragliding and roads.
