Weekend getaways

Shimla Weekend

The Kalka–Shimla toy train, the Ridge and Mall Road, Jakhoo Temple and a day out to Kufri or Chail.

Trip at a glance

Duration3 days / 2 nights
Starts inShimla
RouteShimla
Places1 destination
StateHimachal Pradesh, India
Ideal forHill-station holidays, Train journeys
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-171ID8

Best time to visit: March to June; December to February for snow

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The Ridge and Mall Road – Shimla

Trip overview

The Kalka–Shimla toy train, the Ridge and Mall Road, Jakhoo Temple and a day out to Kufri or Chail.

The route spends 2 nights in Shimla, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits hill-station holidays and train journeys, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

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Highlights

The Ridge and Mall RoadChrist ChurchViceregal Lodge (Rashtrapati Niwas)

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Shimla

Arrive via Shimla Airport (SLV) has limited flights; Chandigarh (IXC) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Mall Road walk

Day 2Shimla: The Ridge and Mall Road and Christ Church

The Ridge and Mall Road: Pedestrian heart of the town
Christ Church: Neo-Gothic church from the 1850s

Day 3Depart from Shimla

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Shimla Airport (SLV) has limited flights; Chandigarh (IXC) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Fits a Friday-to-Sunday break
Short journey from Chennai or nearby cities
A relaxed final morning before heading home
Realistic drive times on hill roads
Viewpoints planned for clear mornings

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Shimla: Ride the toy train one way and drive the other, to see both the tunnels and the valley views.

At a glance

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Route: Shimla
Ideal for: Hill-station holidays, Train journeys
Best time: March to June; December to February for snow
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-171ID8

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 2 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Shimla: March to June; December to February for snow.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Shimla (Shimla Airport (SLV) has limited flights; Chandigarh (IXC), about 115 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.