Excursion Heritage

Shimla Travel Package

Duration : 06 nights / 07 days
Places to Visit : Delhi - Shimla - Kullu - Manali - Rohtang Pass - Chandigarh - Delhi

Shimla, the ‘Queen of Hill Stations’, derives its name from ‘Shyamala’, the goddess Kali whose temple existed in Jakhu hill. It is situated northwest of Himalayas covering 18 sq. kms at a height of 7250 feet. The “toy trains” built in 1924 still runs between Kalka and Shimla, taking six hours to complete the distance, with several welcome halts on the way. Pine, deodar, and oak forests surround Shimla. Shimla has the only natural ice-skating rink in India. The Ice-skating Club arranges an Ice-skating Carnival every year during January.

Places of interest in and around Shimla include ‘The Mall’, which is the main shopping centre of Shimla. It also has many restaurants, clubs, banks, bars, Post Offices and tourist offices. The Ridge and Scandal point are the two main meeting points at the Mall.

The ‘Christ Church’ is situated on the Ridge. It is the second oldest church in Northern India. It has a very majestic appearance and inside there are stained glass windows that represent faith, hope, charity, fortitude, patience and humility. Christ Church is a place all visitors should spend some time in.

‘Jakhu Hill’ is about 2 kms from Shimla, at a height of 8000 ft, it is the highest peak and offers a beautiful view of the town and of the snow-covered Himalayas. At the top of the Hill is Hanuman temple where countless playful monkeys wait to be fed by visitors. ‘Mashobra’ is 13 kms away from Shimla. Mashobra has several excellent picnic spots.

‘Kufri’ is 16 kms from Shimla at a height of 8,600 ft. Kufri is the winter sports capital. During winter, visitors have the facility for skiing. The skiing season is at its best during January and February.

‘Naldehra’ is 22 kms from Shimla and surrounded by beautiful deodar trees. Naldehra has a well-kept nine-hole golf course. It is a lovely, popular picnic spot.

‘Chail’ is a little mountainous heaven 45 kms from Shimla. The forest near Chail is a bird watchers delight. Chail is known for its cricket pitch, which is the highest cricket ground in the world.

Day 01 : Delhi - Shimla (327 KMS / 08 HRS)
Morning drive to Shimla & on arrival, check into hotel. Rest of the day free to relax and to unwind. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 02 : Shimla - Naldera - Tattpani - Shimla (120 KMS / 06 HRS TOUR)
Morning after breakfast drive one a full day tour of Naldera & Tattapani. You can also enjoy the thrill of river rafting (subject to operation). Overnight stay in Shimla hotel.

Day 03 : Shimla - Manali (257 KMS / 07 HRS)
This day you start your journey to Manali on the way watching the scintillating beauty of Himalayas. On arrival check into hotel. Rest of the day free. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 04 : Manali - Rohtang Pass - Manali (105 KMS / 06-07 HRS)
Today proceed on a full day excursion to Rohtang Pass. On the way back you can take a break at Solang and can enjoy the thrill of Skiing if you are visiting in winter months. Overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 05 : Manali
Full day is free for leisure and overnight stay in hotel.

DAY 06 : Manali - Chandigarh (310 KMS / 08 HRS)
Today drive to the city beautiful - Chandigarh. On arrival check into hotel. Evening free at your own to explore the most beautiful and well planned city of India. Overnight stay in hotel.

Day 07 : Chandigarh - DELHI (240 KMS / 05 HRS):
After city tour drive back to Delhi and depart by flight.

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