Discover Asia : India : Shimla with Toy Train group tours and independent travel to Shimla

Shimla, was the Summer capital of India under British rule. Presently, it is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. The region is famous for its natural beauty, architecture, colonial buildings, wooden handicrafts and apples. The town of Shimla is built over several hills and connecting ridges. The important hills are Jakhu (8050 ft), Prospect Hill (7140 ft), Observatory Hill (7050 ft), Elysium Hill (7400 ft) and Summer Hill (6900 ft). Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties, one can think of. Dwelling on a panoramic location, the hilly town is surrounded by green pastures and snow-capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create an aura, which is very different from other hill stations. Bulging at its seams with unprecedented expansion, Shimla retains its colonial heritage, with grand old buildings, among them are the stately Viceregal Lodge, Charming iron lamp posts and Anglo-Saxon names. The Mall, packed with shops and eateries, is the centre of attraction of the town, and Scandal Point, associated with the former Maharaja of Patiala's escapades, offers a view of distant snow clad peaks. Shimla’s legacy of British control has left it somewhat of an anomaly: an Indian town and state capital, but one that looks and feels like a village in Northern England. The completion of the Kalka-Shimla narrow-gauge railway line (the Toy Train), in 1903, gave a boost to the towns’ development.

Day 01 Delhi-Chandigarh-Shimla

Transfer to Delhi railway station in time to board train for Chandigarh ( Kalka Shatabdi - 0740/1105 hrs). Arrive Chandigarh, met on arrival and drive to Shimla ( 120 kms/approx 3.5 hrs). Upon arrival check in at Hotel. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 02 In Shimla

Full day sightseeing tour of Shimla including visit to Fagu, Mashobra & Kufri. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 03 In Shimla

Day at leisure. Overnight in Shimla.

Day 04 Shimla - Kalka - Delhi

Transfer to Shimla railway station in time to board Toy train ( Himalayan Queen 1030/1605 hrs) for Kalka and further connect Kalka Shatabdi (1745/2150 hrs) for Delhi. Arrive Delhi, met on arrival and transfer to Hotel/ Airport.

Price Chart	Superior	Deluxe
16Apr - 30Sep 2013	AU$447	AU$621
1Oct 2013 - 15Apr 2014	AU$586	AU$780

Tour Inclusions:

- Accommodation on twin sharing bed & breakfast basis as Follows :

- All arrival-departure transfers and land transportation using an aircon car. Including 2 transfers in Delhi.

- Full day sightseeing tour of Shimla along with a local English speaking Guide.

- Executive Chair car train ticket for the sector Delhi-Chandigarh

- Toy train ticket for the sector Shimla-Kalka - Executive Chair car train ticket for the sector Kalka-Delhi

Superior Deluxe

01 - 04 Day Shimla Woodville Palace Oberoi Cecil

Shimla with Toy TrainDelhi – Chandigarh - Shimla – Himalayan Queen Toy Train – Kalka - Delhi4 Days / 3 Nights Price = per person twin share land onlyGuaranteed Daily Departure (min 2 people)

Shimla with Toy Train
Delhi – Chandigarh - Shimla – Himalayan Queen Toy Train – Kalka - Delhi
4 Days / 3 Nights Price = per person twin share land only
Guaranteed Daily Departure (min 2 people)