Shimla Tour Packages: Heritage, Snow and the Toy Train

Our Shimla tour packages take you to the Queen of Hills, the old summer capital of British India. Walk along the Mall Road and the Ridge, ride the toy train through the mountains, play in the snow at Kufri and wake up to views of the Himalayas. Every tour is private and planned around your dates, your budget and your pace.

Shamrock Journeys is a trusted Himachal tour operator. Since 2002 we have planned private Shimla tours for families, couples and groups. For places, seasons and tips, read our Shimla travel guide.

Why Book Shimla with Us

All our Shimla tour packages come with:

• Shimla private tours: your own car, an experienced hill driver and a local guide.
• Any length, any route: from a short break to a full Himachal holiday.
• Hand-picked hotels: heritage hotels, mountain resorts and good-value stays with a view.
• Help at every step: our team in Delhi is with you from pick-up to drop-off.

What You Will See on Our Shimla Tours

These are the highlights included in most of our Shimla tour packages.

The Mall Road and the Ridge

The heart of Shimla, closed to cars, with Christ Church, Scandal Point, cafes and shops. A Shimla walking tour here is the best way to start.

Shimla Heritage Tours

See the Viceregal Lodge, where much of modern Indian history was decided, the Gaiety Theatre and the old British buildings along the Mall. Our Shimla heritage tours are led by a local guide.

Jakhoo Temple

The highest point in Shimla, with a giant statue of Lord Hanuman and wide views over the town.

Kufri

About 16 km from Shimla, with pony rides, the Himalayan Nature Park and snow in winter. Skiing is possible on good snow days.

Mashobra, Naldehra and Chail

Quiet pine forests, an old golf course and a royal palace, all within an easy drive.

The Kalka-Shimla Toy Train

A slow, beautiful ride through more than a hundred tunnels. The line is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Mountain Railways of India, and we can add it to any of our Shimla tour packages.

Our Shimla Tour Packages

These are our most popular Shimla tours. Each one can be changed to suit you:

• 6-day Himachal Delight tour: Shimla and Manali, with the Kullu Valley.
• 7-day Beautiful Himachal tour: three nights each in Shimla and Manali.
• 7-day Classic Himachal tour: Shimla, Manali and a night in Chandigarh.
• 10-day Scenic Himachal with the Taj Mahal tour: Manali, Shimla, Delhi, Agra and Fatehpur Sikri.

We also plan short stays: a Shimla 3 nights 4 days package covers Shimla, Kufri and Chail, and a Shimla 4 nights 5 days package adds Kasauli or a night in the forests of Mashobra.

Shimla Manali Tour Packages

A Shimla Manali tour package is the most popular holiday in Himachal. Spend two or three nights in Shimla, then drive through the Kullu Valley to Manali for snow, rivers and mountain views. Our Shimla Kullu Manali tour package lasts six or seven days. You can also add Dharamshala for a Shimla Manali Dharamshala tour. See our Manali tour packages.

Shimla Holiday Packages for Every Traveller

We plan Shimla tour packages for every kind of traveller:

• Shimla family tour packages: the toy train, pony rides at Kufri, easy walks and family rooms.
• Shimla honeymoon packages: cosy hotels with valley views, candlelight dinners and quiet stays in Mashobra or Chail. See all our honeymoon tours.
• Group tours: tempo travellers, group hotels and fixed costs for friends, schools and offices.
• Luxury Shimla tours: heritage hotels and spa resorts with a chauffeur-driven car.

Shimla Tour Packages from Delhi and Chandigarh

Most of our guests begin their Shimla tour packages in Delhi or Chandigarh.

• Shimla tour package from Delhi: Shimla is about 343 km from Delhi, a drive of seven to eight hours. Our car picks you up from your home, hotel or the airport.
• Shimla Volvo tour package: travel overnight from Delhi by Volvo bus, and our car meets you in Shimla for the sightseeing.
• Shimla tour package from Chandigarh: the closest starting point, about 113 km and three and a half hours away. You can also take the toy train from Kalka.
• From other cities: fly to Chandigarh or Delhi, and we will plan the rest.

Beyond Shimla

Shimla is the gateway to many Himachal Pradesh tour packages. Join it with Manali, Dharamshala and Dalhousie for a Himachal hill station tour, or plan a Shimla and Spiti Valley tour through Kinnaur for a real mountain adventure. Our Himachal 7 day tour package covers Shimla and Manali at an easy pace. See all our Himachal tour packages.

What Is Included

Most of our Shimla tour packages include:

• Hotels of your choice, with breakfast every day
• A private car with an experienced hill driver for all transfers and sightseeing
• A local guide for the heritage walk
• All taxes, tolls, parking and driver costs

Flights, trains, the toy train, lunches, dinners and entry tickets are quoted separately.

Best Time to Book Shimla Tour Packages

• March to June: pleasant days and the busiest season. Book early.
• July to September: green and quiet, with rain.
• October and November: clear skies and the best views.
• December to February: cold, with snow around Shimla and Kufri.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days are enough for Shimla?

Two or three days are enough for Shimla, Kufri and the heritage walk. Allow six or seven days to add Manali.

Will I see snow in Shimla?

Snow usually falls between late December and February. Kufri and Narkanda often have snow when Shimla does not.

Are Shimla tour packages good for families?

Yes. Shimla is safe and easy, with short walks and many activities for children.

Is the toy train included?

We can add it to any tour. Seats sell out early in the main season, so tell us when you book.

How much do Shimla tour packages cost?

Looking for Shimla tour packages with price? The cost depends on the number of days, the hotels and the season. Tell us your plans and we will send a clear quotation.

Plan Your Shimla Holiday

Tell us your dates and starting city, and we will send you a personal plan for your Shimla tours. See all our India tour packages or request your free quote.

Plan Your India Holiday with Shamrock Journeys

Shamrock Journeys is a trusted India tour operator and holiday planner. Since 2002 we have designed private India tour packages, family tour packages, honeymoon tours and cultural tours for travellers from around the world.

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