Shimla is one of the most beautiful hill stations in Himachal Pradesh. Every year, over thousands of travellers, come to Shimla from different corners of the country and other parts of the world. Shimla is well connected to the metropolitan cities and other parts of India by rail, road, and air. By Rail: Shimla has a small railway station located 1km away from the city centre. It is connected to Kalka by a narrow gauge track. Shimla's famous toy train travels between Kalka and Shimla, covering a 96km distance in approximately 7 hours. Kalka is the nearest rail station connected to Delhi and Chandigarh by regular trains. The Kalka Shatabdi runs from Delhi to Kalka via Chandigarh. By Air: Jubarhati is the nearest airport located 23km away from the town. Regular flights are available from Jubbarhati to Delhi and Chandigarh. Taxis are available to and from the airport to take you to Shimla. By Road: Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HMTC) runs several private and public buses connecting Shimla to major North Indian cities. Chandigarh is 117km away from Shimla while Manali is 260km apart, and Delhi is at a distance of 343km. Overnight AC luxury buses are available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate. Bus timings vary with season. Driving down Shimla can be an adventure. Beautiful roads and lush greenery accompany from Delhi through Outer Ring Road heading towards GT Karnal Road on NH1 to reach Ambala and follow NH 22 to reach Kalka. Keep moving on the same highway to Solan and then Shimla. It usually takes 6 to 7 hours.

What is the closest airport to reach Shimla?

Chandigarh Airport is the closest, approximately 60km from Shimla.

What is the best time to visit Shimla?

Shimla is the most preferred hill station in North India that experiences pleasant climate throughout the year. Tourists can plan a Shimla tour package anytime. Shimla honeymoon packages are equally popular all the year round. During summer, the average temperature of Shimla is 20 degrees, while winter experiences heavy snowfall with the chilling weather. To witness snowfall during Shimla trip, visit in the winters. The peak season to visit Shimla is March to June. Monsoon sets in after June and makes it difficult to travel.

What are the famous sightseeing places to visit in Shimla?

Choose a Shimla tour package with sightseeing to visit some of the finest destinations in the town. Shimla has the most amazing landmarks like the Kalka Shimla Railway, Himachal State Museum, Shimla Heritage Museum, The Ridge, Johnnie's Wax Museum, Christ Church, and Kufri.

What are the things to do in Shimla?

Shimla is a place that offers adventurous activities to tourists including camping, trekking, paragliding, river rafting, Tattapani hot pool bath and plenty of outdoor activities.

What are the religious places/places of worship to visit in Shimla?

Bhimakali Temple, Christ Church, Kalibari Temple, and Jakhu Temple.

What are the local foods in Shimla?

Channa Madra, Chicken Anardana, Sepu badi Madra, Auriya Kadoo, and Patore.

7 nights 8 days Shimla Tour Packages

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7 nights - 8 daysStarts in Delhi★★★ HotelRequest price

Days & nights

8 days, 7 nights

Tour start city

Delhi

Cab

seedan (A/C)

Hotel star

★★★

Inclusions

Hotel
Private vehicle
Sightseeing

Accommodation

Destination	Hotel
Shimla	The Byke Nature Vilas (★★★) or Byke Nature villa (★★★) or similar
Manali	Asia Holidays (★★★) or similar
Dharamshala	serene suites (★★★) or similar

Destinations: Shimla (2 nights) → Manali (3 nights) → Dharamshala (2 nights)

7 Nights 8 Days Shimla Tour Package Itinerary

1Day 1: Delhi Shimla 440 kms will take around 10 hours
Night stay: Shimla
Day inclusion: Sightseeing
Hotel: The Byke Nature Vilas (★★★) or similar
Meet our representative at Delhi Start your Journey to Shimla evening free for leisure
2Day 2: Shimla
Night stay: Shimla
Day inclusion: Breakfast, Sightseeing
Hotel: Byke Nature villa (★★★) or similar
After Breakfast Travel towards the famous hill spot of Kufri. Stop over at Sankat Mochan Temple on the way. Get yourself free to enjoy the scenic beauty of Wild Flower Hall, Kufri. Fagu, and Indira Gandhi Holiday Home. Enjoy horse riding (optional) in the apple orchids Optional). In the evening explore Shimla city on foot as vehicle entry is prohibited. You can see prime places of Shimla like Lakkar Bazaar, Ridge, Church, Mall road, Scandal Point, Kali Bari temple etc. Ideal time for shopping and eating out at restaurants on the mall road.

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Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh in India, is an idyllic retreat that sits atop seven hills in the north-western Himalayan ranges. Known for its stunning colonial architecture, pedestrian-friendly Mall Road, and the historic toy train that links it to the plains, Shimla is a blend of…

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Places to visit in Shimla

The RidgeCultural and Historical Site

Mall RoadTourist Attraction

Jakhu TempleReligious Site

Destination

Hotel

Shimla

The Byke Nature Vilas (★★★) or Byke Nature villa (★★★) or similar

Manali

Asia Holidays (★★★) or similar

Dharamshala

serene suites (★★★) or similar

7 Nights 8 Days Shimla Tour Package Itinerary

1Day 1: Delhi Shimla 440 kms will take around 10 hours

Night stay: Shimla

Day inclusion: Sightseeing

Hotel: The Byke Nature Vilas (★★★) or similar

Meet our representative at Delhi Start your Journey to Shimla evening free for leisure

2Day 2: Shimla

Night stay: Shimla

Day inclusion: Breakfast, Sightseeing

Hotel: Byke Nature villa (★★★) or similar

After Breakfast Travel towards the famous hill spot of Kufri. Stop over at Sankat Mochan Temple on the way. Get yourself free to enjoy the scenic beauty of Wild Flower Hall, Kufri. Fagu, and Indira Gandhi Holiday Home. Enjoy horse riding (optional) in the apple orchids Optional). In the evening explore Shimla city on foot as vehicle entry is prohibited. You can see prime places of Shimla like Lakkar Bazaar, Ridge, Church, Mall road, Scandal Point, Kali Bari temple etc. Ideal time for shopping and eating out at restaurants on the mall road.

Explore Shimla Tourism

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7 nights 8 days Shimla Tour Packages

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7 Nights 8 Days Shimla Tour Package Itinerary

Explore Shimla Tourism

Places to visit in Shimla

7 nights 8 days Shimla Tour Packages

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7 Nights 8 Days Shimla Tour Package Itinerary

Explore Shimla Tourism

Places to visit in Shimla

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