Rajasthan
India · Shimla · Kufri · Chail · Narkanda
Shimla
The old summer capital, the toy train and snowy Kufri.
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About Shimla
Shimla was the summer capital of British India: colonial buildings along the Mall and the Ridge, Christ Church, Jakhoo temple and the UNESCO-listed Kalka–Shimla toy train.
Kufri and Narkanda add snow in winter and apple orchards in summer.
Shimla package options
We price every trip for your dates, travellers and hotel choice, so you only pay for what you want.
Popular attractions
The Ridge & Mall Road
Heart of colonial Shimla.
Jakhoo Temple
Giant Hanuman statue on the highest hill.
Kalka–Shimla Railway
Toy train through 100+ tunnels.
Kufri
Snow play and horse rides.
Viceregal Lodge
Indian Institute of Advanced Study.
Recommended experiences
- Toy train ride
- Ice skating (winter)
- Chail palace day trip
- Apple orchards in Narkanda
Suggested itinerary
3 days: Shimla
- 1Toy train from Kalka or drive from Chandigarh, Mall Road
- 2Kufri and Jakhoo
- 3Viceregal Lodge, depart or continue to Manali
Every itinerary can be changed — add days, swap places or change the pace.
Where you can stay
Budget
Hotels near the Mall.
Standard
Valley-view hotels.
Premium
Heritage hotels.
Luxury
Five-star retreats outside town.
Travel information
- Getting there
- Fly to Chandigarh and drive 3–4 hours, or take the toy train from Kalka.
- Good to know
- Vehicles are restricted on the Mall; expect to walk uphill.
Questions travellers ask
Shimla or Manali?+
Shimla for colonial charm and easy access; Manali for snow and adventure. Many trips do both.
Is the toy train worth it?+
Yes for the experience, though it takes about 5 hours.
Good for elders?+
Yes, with a hotel close to the Mall to limit walking.
Plan your Shimla holiday
Choose your dates, travellers, rooms and hotel category. Your travel advisor sends a day-by-day plan and quotation, usually within one working day. Final pricing depends on your selected travel dates and availability.
