Shimla Tour Packages

TOUR OVERVIEW:

"The Queen of Hill Stations" - Shimla, it is a beautiful capital city of the state Himachal Pradesh in India. Shimla is a region bounded by Uttarakhand, Mandi, Kullu, Solan, Kinnaur and Sirmaur. Shimla is considered the principal commercial, educational and cultural centre of Himachal Pradesh. The inhabitants of Shimla are informally called as the Shimlaites. A variety of festivals celebrated in Shimla make the town more vibrant and lively. One of the best festivals include the Shimla Summer Festival. Shimla is also home to Asia's only natural ice skating rink that is named the Shimla Ice Skating Club. It hosts a carnival every year in January that includes fancy dress competition and skating events. This city is also home to several ancient and popular temples such as the Kali Bari temple, Jakhoo temple and Sankat Mochan Hanuman temple. The arts and crafts in Shimla are highly demanded by the tourists from all over the world as they offer a variety of intricately designed pieces of jewellery, sculptures, embroidered shawls, leather made articles, giant floral carpets and uniquely designed utensils. Shimla is a very famous holiday retreat during the summer season. The city of Shimla is very well known for its Victorian architecture which is gracefully reflected in certain areas of the Mall and the Ridge. Shimla is also one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in India and is visited by millions of people throughout the year. Shimla city has a population of around 1,45,000 residents. Most of the inhabitants in Shimla are from the Pahadi community, which is the natives of Himachal Pradesh and there is also a sizable minority of Punjab and Sindh. The languages spoken in Shimla are Hindi, Punjabi, English and Pahadi. The climate of Shimla is the precise reason why it is such a popular holiday destination during summers. Shimla is located at an altitude of about 2,200 m above the sea level that has a hilly terrain covered by dense evergreen forests. During autumn, the place is less crowded and so a few travellers choose to visit at that time. Snow in Shimla is the top reason why people visit this place as they love indulging in various snow activities.

HIGHLIGHTS OF SHIMLA MANALI TOUR PACKAGES:

Himachal Pradesh is dotted with a plethora of scenic hill stations, magnificent landscapes and pristine lakes. Shimla and Manali are two such places which does not only have stunning top attractions but several travellers visiting them and embracing the beauty of its views. Snow in Shimla makes the place more spectacular and worth visiting. Shimla Manali tour packages planned by Sushant Travels provided you an opportunity to visit Rohtang Pass, Kufri, Solang Valley and other famous tourist destinations. Shimla Manali tour packages are not just exciting but affordable as well that that lets you drench in the beauty of these two amazing places. You can explore several adventurous and thrilling activities by booking Shimla Manali tour packages because of snow in Shimla and Manali such as skiing, trekking, mountain biking, zorbing, paragliding, river rafting, skating, rock climbing and much more. Shimla - Manali tour packages also take you through the beautiful Tibetan Monastery, Indira Tourist Park, Mall Road, Vashisht Hot Water Springs, Jagatsukh village, Hadimba temple and a lot more scenic and spectacular places.

BEST TIME TO VISIT SHIMLA:

The best time to visit Shimla with family is in the summer months when day temperature is pleasant and there is a plethora of outdoor activities that one can enjoy with family. If you want to witness snow in Shimla and indulge in snow activities, then the best time to visit Shimla is in the winter months that is between November and February. The weather becomes very cool in Shimla and the snow falls start somewhere in late December and continues till the whole of February month. Winters are the best time to visit Shimla for snow activities as you can enjoy skiing, trekking, mountain biking, skating and a lot of other snow activities. If you are thinking of a destination for a honeymoon, then the best time to visit Shimla is the summer months that is from March to June. In summer season, it is the peak time of Shimla when several tourists visit Shimla especially for honeymoon and so, hotel bookings are made in advance. So we recommend you to book your Shimla tour packages well in advance so that you can get the best in the least. Also, we recommend you not to visit Shimla in the monsoon season that is in the months from July to October because heavy rainfalls occur that gives rise to a number is landslides, which is pretty dangerous. So overall, the best time to visit Shimla is in December, February, March, April and May.

TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN SHIMLA:

• The Ridge - The Shimla Ridge, at the centre of the town is an open space that offers spectacular views of the mountain peaks of the land. This space is a dream destination for those that love the views of the mountains. The marvellous view of the snow-clad mountain ranges spellbound everyone and so, this destination is one of the most famous places to visit in Shimla.
• Mall Road - Mall Road is one of the best shopping destinations and places to visit in Shimla. Mall Road is located below The Ridge and it offers a glimpse of Shimla in a nutshell. Several diverse mouthwatering cuisines, indigenous products of Himachal Pradesh, book shops, luxurious cafes and restaurants make this place lively and happening.
• Summer Hill - Summer Hill is also called as the 'Potter's Hill' that is located on the outskirts of Shimla. It is just 5 km from the Ridge and offers a spectacular view of the valleys and greenery around. Summer Hill is a part of a cluster of seven hills that offers breathtaking sights from the top and so, this place is one of the best places to visit in Shimla.
• The Shimla State Museum - This famous museum in Shimla is located at the top of Mount Pleasant. It was built in the year 1974 and is considered as a site of ancient and cultural significance. This museum is home to some of the most classic collections of sculptures, paintings and handicrafts and so, visiting this place is one of the most exciting things to do in Shimla.
• Himalayan Bird Park - Himalayan Bird Park is an ideal attraction for nature lovers in Shimla. This park is open only in summers and it is home to a variety of native and exotic birds. Photography is a frequent practice here as this bird park offers spectacular natural views along with the beautiful birds.
• Tara Devi Temple - Tara Devi temple is one of the best religious places to visit in Shimla. It is located at a hilltop and can be reached by the Kalka-Shimla Highway. This temple is a great spot for rejuvenation of one's body, mind and soul. Also, the views from the temple offers a mesmerizing sneak-peek into Shimla as it is located high on the hills.

Few more exciting places to visit in Shimla are Kuthar Fort, Green Valley, Christ Church, Scandal Point, Naldehra and Shaily Peak and Lakkar Bazaar. Book your Shimla tour packages and visit all the top attractions in Shimla with your family and friends.

THINGS TO DO IN SHIMLA:

• Enjoy the toy train ride - There's a famous toy train that runs to and fro Kalka and Shimla and it is in the bucket list of most of the tourists that travel to Shimla. The total time the route takes to cover is around four hours and forty minutes and it takes one through a spectacular view of Shimla and fun like never before.
• Go skiing in Kufri - The name 'Kufri' is derived from the local word 'kufr' which means 'lake'. Kufri is one of the most beautiful, scenic hill stations in Shimla that is popular for ski runs due to extensive slopes and spectacular views. Tourists from all over the world visit Kufri in the winter season to do skiing in Kufri.
• Go rafting at Tattapani - Tattapani is one of the biggest rafting regions of Himachal Pradesh that offers two ranges - 14 km and 36 km route. Tattapani is just two hours away from Shimla and is a must visit place. The natural hot water springs around this place makes the adventure of rafting more memorable.
• Go trekking to the top of Jakhoo temple - This famous temple in Shimla is located at an elevation of around 2,455 m above the sea level. Tourists from all over the world trek until the top of the mountain that takes around 2 hours. Trekking is of quite easy level and peace seekers can find the temple at the peak that is of cultural significance.
• Go shopping at Mall Road - For all the shopaholics out there, add on the Mall Road in the visiting places list as this place offers a unique experience providing some of the most beautiful handicrafts and delicious baked foods.  Shopping at Mall Road is one of the top things to do in Shimla.
• Play golf in Naldehra - For all those sports enthusiasts out there, Naldehra offers one of the most scenic golf courses in the world and it is also the oldest golf course in India. There are 18 holes and 18 tees in total and the course is set in challenging angles along a ridge and tall, beautiful cedar trees. Playing golf in such a stunning place is one of the top things to do in Shimla.

There are many more things to do in Shimla that you can experience by booking Shimla tour packages such as revisiting British era with Viceregal Lodge, exploring Annandale Museum, wandering through the pine forest, ice skating at the Asia's only open-air ice skating rink at Ice Skating Club and drenching at Chadwick waterfalls.

BOOK SHIMLA TOUR PACKAGES:

Himachal Pradesh is a northern state in India and is one of the most beautiful states that offers an exciting experience of the Himalayas to the tourists. Some of the popular hill stations that are not just visited by Indians but travellers from all over the world are Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Kullu, Manali and how can we forget the best, Shimla. Shimla tour packages are always in demand throughout the year domestically as well as internationally as people from all over the world love to visit 'The Queen of Hills - Shimla'. Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh is one of the top hit tourist destinations for several reasons. Its spectacular views, beautiful landscapes, snow-covered peaks, pristine lakes, stunning valleys and charm in its air makes it one of the best places to visit in India. So what are you waiting for? Book your Shimla tour packages and avail huge discounts and offers. Right from guiding you to select the best Shimla tour packages, booking best hotel stays, providing best tour guides to booking the flights and train tickets in the least prices with high-class facilities; Sushant Travels is here before you to make your Shimla tour an unforgettable one. We assure you that you buying Shimla tour packages would not just fanaticize your life but change your perspective on life as travelling to such beautiful places always broadens our mind and makes us a better person. Get the best deals of Shimla tour packages and pack your bags to witness one of the best experiences of your lifetime.