Overview
A Shimla tour package offers a comprehensive and memorable experience of this charming hill station in Himachal Pradesh, renowned for its scenic beauty, colonial architecture, and pleasant climate. Shimla is a great destination for families, honeymooners, and adventure enthusiasts alike. Here’s an example of a typical Shimla tour package:
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Shimla
- Arrival: Reach Shimla by train, bus, or car. Check-in to your hotel.
- Evening: Relax and explore Mall Road for local shopping and enjoy a leisurely walk amidst the cool weather.
- Overnight stay: Enjoy a peaceful night in Shimla.
Day 2 :
Shimla Local Sightseeing
- Breakfast: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel.
- Visit:
- Jakhoo Temple: Located on Jakhoo Hill, this temple offers stunning views of Shimla and the surrounding mountains.
- The Ridge: A large open space in the heart of Shimla offering panoramic views.
- Christ Church: A beautiful neo-Gothic church, one of the oldest in North India.
- Viceregal Lodge: The former residence of British Viceroy, showcasing colonial architecture.
- Shimla State Museum: Learn about the rich cultural and historical heritage of the region.
- Evening: Free time to explore the markets or enjoy local delicacies.
- Overnight stay: Return to your hotel for a restful night.
Day 3 :
Excursion to Kufri & Fagu
- Breakfast: Enjoy a filling breakfast at the hotel.
- Kufri: A 16 km drive from Shimla, Kufri is famous for its scenic beauty and adventure activities like skiing, snowboarding (in winter), and go-karting.
- Fagu: A quiet village, known for its apple orchards, is an ideal spot for those seeking peace and natural beauty.
- Return to Shimla: After a day of exploration, return to Shimla.
- Evening: Enjoy a relaxed evening on Mall Road or relax at your hotel.
- Overnight stay: Overnight at your Shimla hotel.
Day 04 :
Departure from Shimla
Breakfast: After breakfast, check-out from the hotel.Shopping: Visit local markets for last-minute shopping (woolen garments, souvenirs).Departure: Head back to your home destination with wonderful memories of your Shimla trip.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you don’t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
The Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Visa Charges
- Hotel Expenses(In Kathmandu, some packages do include hotel expenses)
- Your travel and medical insurance
- Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
- Food and accommodations in Kathmandu
- Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
- Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
