Kangra Tea & Tibetan Culture Retreat

Overview

About Himalayan Tranquillity: Tea, Tranquillity, And…

Slow down beneath the Dhauladhar range on a six-day private retreat centred on Kangra tea and Tibetan culture. Estate tastings and waterfall trails are paired with Baijnath, Bir, Dharamshala, McLeod Ganj, Norbulingka and the artistic village of Andretta.

Guided Wah Tea Estate walk, factory visit and tea tasting
Baijnath temple, Bir and the Sherabling monastic landscape
Forest nature trail with a quiet waterfall picnic
Dharamshala, McLeod Ganj and Norbulingka cultural visits
Pottery and creative traditions in Andretta village

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Duration6 Days / 5 Nights

Group SizePrivate journey

DestinationsKangra Valley, Baijnath, Bir, Dharamshala, McLeod Ganj, Andretta

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The Journey

Himalayan Tranquillity: Tea, Tranquillity, And… itinerary

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Day 1

Dharamshala to Wah Tea Estate

Upon arrival at Dharamshala transfer to your lodge. On reaching unwind and relax. Later take a tea tour in the late afternoon of the estate and factory, and end with a tea-tasting session. In the evening tea can be taken in the middle of the tea gardens (weather permitting) or back at The Lodge. Relax, read a book, play some games or enjoy a conversation with your hosts and other guests. Enjoy dinner. Overnight stay in Palampur.

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Day 2

Baijnath & Bir

Today morning take a toy train to Baijnath and Bir. Disembark at Paprola and take a 15-minute taxi ride to Baijnath temple, a beautiful centuries-old Shiv temple with a rich folklore and intricate carvings. Take a 25-minute taxi ride to Bir, which is the second-best paragliding site in the world. Watch (or join!) paragliders while enjoying a meal at one of the several cafes near the landing site. Visit Sherabling Monastery at Bir, set in a forested area and beautifully kept. Drive back to The Lodge at Wah. Unwind and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Palampur.

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Day 3

Wah Tea Estate

Enjoy your morning at The Lodge – laze, read a book, or set out for some bird- watching. Have in- house team take you to a stunningly secluded spot. A short trek over rocky paths will lead you to a quiet stream and multiple beautiful waterfalls. Enjoy a picnic by the river and maybe even a dip in the water! Take a walk on the Nature Trail marked around Wah Tea Estate. Learn about some trees and see some of our organic produce. Unwind and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Palampur.

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Day 4

Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj

Dharamshala is 1 hour away and McLeodgunj is 1.5 hours away by car from us. Begin with the Norbulingka Institute in Dharamshala. This institute is a Center for Tibetan Arts and Culture. Norbulingka embodies all the old-world charm of Tibetan architecture and has been modelled and named after the Dalai Lama’s summer palace near Lhasa. Wander around the quaint Walking Street leading up to the Dalai Lama Monastery and visit the main monastery. Unwind and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Palampur.

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Day 5

Andretta & Wah Tea Estate

Enjoy your morning at The Lodge – laze, read a book, or set out for some morning yoga at the Five Elements yoga room in the middle of the tea garden. Visit Andretta Village, which has hosted several artists for decades. Also visit Shoba Singh Art Gallery was the home of the renowned Sikh artist who is known for painting the Sikh Gurus. Take a walk on the Nature Trail marked around Wah Tea Estate. Learn aboutsome trees and see some of our organic produce. Unwind and enjoy dinner and overnight stay in in Palampur.

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Day 6

Wah Tea Estate to Dharamshala

Post breakfast, transfer to Dharamshala Airport for your onward flight.

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