Shimla

Shimla Travel Itinerary | Infinite Journeys Across the Globe

Destination: Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
Trip Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Best Time to Visit: March to June (pleasant summer) & December to February (for snow)

🧭 Day 1: Arrival & Heritage Walk

• Arrival in Shimla (by toy train, Volvo bus, or private taxi)

• Check-in: Choose a colonial-era hotel or a cozy hillside homestay

• Afternoon:

  • Visit the iconic The Ridge and Christ Church – postcard-perfect backdrop

  • Explore Lakkar Bazaar for wooden souvenirs and woolens

• Evening:

  • Sunset from Scandal Point

  • Dinner at The Indian Coffee House or Café Simla Times

🌲 Day 2: Kufri & Adventure

• Morning:

  • Drive to Kufri (16 km from Shimla) – a winter sports hub

  • Activities: Horse rides to Mahasu Peak, skiing (in season), and go-karting

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Himalayan Nature Park – home to snow leopards and Himalayan tahr

  • Enjoy lunch with a view at a local café in Kufri

• Evening:

  • Return to Shimla

  • Visit the charming Jakhoo Temple (2.5 km hike or ropeway)

• Tip: Beware of monkeys – keep your belongings secure!

🏛 Day 3: Colonial Charm & Culture

• Morning:

  • Explore Viceregal Lodge (Rashtrapati Niwas) – British-era architecture and history

  • Stroll through Himachal State Museum

• Afternoon:

  • Walk along Mall Road for boutique shopping and bakery hopping

  • Try the famous Shimla buns and fruit wines

• Evening:

  • Experience Shimla’s nightlife at The Brew Estate or relax with a book in Book Café (run by former inmates)

  • Optional: Attend a cultural performance at Gaiety Theatre if available

🌄 Day 4: Mashobra & Departure

• Morning:

  • Quick trip to Mashobra or Naldehra (scenic drives, pine forests, golf course)

  • Relax by the Tattapani Hot Springs (optional – 1.5 hr drive, for those extending the stay)

• Afternoon:

  • Return to Shimla

  • Last-minute shopping for jams, woolens, and handicrafts

• Departure: Head back to Kalka for toy train or drive to Chandigarh/Delhi

✈️ Travel Tips

• How to Reach:

  • By Train: Kalka–Shimla Toy Train (UNESCO World Heritage)

  • By Road: 8–10 hrs drive from Delhi

  • By Air: Nearest airport – Jubbarhatti (22 km)

• What to Pack:

  • Layers for unpredictable weather, walking shoes, sunglasses, light woolens (even in summer)

• Local Delights:

  • Madra, Chha Gosht, Himachali dham, and fresh apple juice

📌 Highlights of Shimla

• 🏰 Colonial-era architecture & history

• 🏞 Panoramic Himalayan views

• 🎿 Winter sports in Kufri

• 🌸 Nature trails in Mashobra

• ☕ Scenic cafés, street food & cultural vibes

Let Shimla’s timeless charm take you on a journey back in time.
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