Himachal Pradesh, India
Shimla
The colonial Queen of Hills, toy-train ridges and cedar-lined Mall Road.
Best time
March to June
Ideal length
3 nights
From
₹12,999 / guest
Region
Himachal Pradesh
The Shimla story
Shimla sits in Himachal Pradesh, India, and it earns its reputation the moment you arrive. The colonial Queen of Hills, toy-train ridges and cedar-lined Mall Road. Kalka-Shimla toy train and the ridge & mall road are only the opening notes, the kind of place our designers return to again and again. Best experienced from March to June, every Voyage Luxe journey here is authored privately around the way you like to travel.
Top attractions
Things to do
- Ride the heritage toy train
- Sunset on The Ridge
- Ice skating in winter
- Day trip to Kufri
Travel gallery
Suggested itinerary
A starting point. Every day is reshaped around you.
Day 1
Arrive in Shimla
Private transfer, a warm welcome and time to settle into your hand-picked stay before an unhurried first evening.
Day 2
Kalka-Shimla toy train
A designed day around kalka-shimla toy train, with sunset on the ridge and time at your own pace.
Day 3
The Ridge & Mall Road
A designed day around the ridge & mall road, with ice skating in winter and time at your own pace.
Day 4
Farewell
A relaxed final morning and a private transfer onward, with your travel designer a message away.
Frequently asked
What is the best time to visit Shimla?
March to June is ideal, when the weather is at its kindest. We also run quieter shoulder-season journeys for travellers who prefer fewer crowds.
How many days do you recommend for Shimla?
Our signature Shimla journey runs 3 nights, enough to see the icons without rushing. We can shorten or extend any itinerary to suit you.
What does a Shimla trip cost?
Private journeys to Shimla begin from ₹12,999 per guest and are tailored entirely to your dates, party size and style of travel.
Is Shimla good for family travel?
Absolutely. Shimla is one of our most-loved family bonding destinations, and every detail is arranged so you simply arrive and enjoy.
