Shimla
4 nights from only £745 per person
Shimla
4 night Shimla holiday extension from £745pp
Shimla was known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’ and was the summer capital during British rule in India. Surrounded by steep forested hills falling away on all sides, and with snow-covered mountains as a backdrop, it is little wonder Shimla exerted such a magnetic influence and blossomed into a thriving British hill station.
Our Holiday Extension to Shimla is available with the following tours: Golden Triangle & Ranthambore, Indian Wildlife Adventure, Deccan Odyssey’s Cultural Discovery & The Brahmaputra River & Darjeeling.
Shimla, 4-nights from only £745 per person
With spectacular views of steep forested hills and the lower Himalayas, Shimla offers once in a lifetime memories. The journey up to Shimla is breathtaking on the UNESCO ‘Toy Train’ for this historic journey, then see many landmarks and reminders of British colonial life.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Delhi – Shimla, 3 nights
- Day 2: Shimla
- Day 3: Shimla Freedom Day
- Day 4: Delhi, Overnight
- Day 5: Depart Delhi / Arrive UK
Day 1: Delhi – Shimla, 3 nights
An early start this morning, as we bid farewell to our fellow travelling companions and begin our journey to Shimla. At the train station, we board the Shatabdi Express train for our wonderful journey north to Kalka. On arrival in Kalka, we switch to the Himalayan ‘Toy Train’, a historic rail journey on a narrow gauge railway. Carriages on the Toy Train are small and are not air-conditioned, but this is more than compensated by the increasingly spectacular views across the lower Himalayas. On arrival into Shimla, we transfer to the fabulous Oberoi Cecil Hotel, where we will stay for the next three nights.
Included meals: Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
Day 2: Shimla
The best way to explore Shimla’s most important sights and landmarks is on foot, and we discover the many reminders of British colonial life on this morning’s walking tour including arguably Shimla’s most impressive building – Viceregal Lodge.
Included meals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 3: Shimla Freedom Day
A Freedom Day in Shimla to relax or further explore this wonderful town at your leisure. Alternatively, you may wish to take a walking tour and join ‘The Sleeping Beauty Trail’, to learn more about how Shimla has evolved over the years.
Included meals: Breakfast and dinner included
Day 4: Delhi, Overnight
Following breakfast, we transfer by road to Chandigarh, where we board our train to Delhi. We transfer to either the Pride Plaza Hotel Aerocity, or the ITC Welcomhotel Dwarka for our final night in India
Included meals: Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner
Day 5: Depart Delhi / Arrive UK
Our Indian adventure comes to a close. Our flight departs this morning, arriving in the UK this evening.
Included meals: Breakfast and in-flight meals and drinks
*Please note, if joining our Shimla Holiday Extension, after our Deccan Odyssey Cultural Discovery, or our Brahmaputra River and Darjeeling tour, your itinerary will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Shimla – Departure dates & prices
Flexibility is something we always like to offer at Distant Journeys, and our tours of India are no exception. That is why at the end of your Golden Triangle & Ranthambore tour we offer a variety of extensions, so you decide where you would like to explore. Maybe head to the lower Himalayas to see the stunning sights of Shimla.
| Departure date | Price (pp) | ||
| 2025 | |||
| February – September | From £795 | ||
| October – December | From £815 | ||
| 2026 | |||
| January – April | From £815 | ||
Prices: Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin or double room.
Single occupancy supplement: All dates from £295.
Minimum numbers: A minimum of 2 guests from the tour is required for this extension. If only one passenger is taking the extension a higher single supplement may be applicable.
Visa information: A Tourist visa is required for travel to India. For more information on applying for your visa and the associated costs, please refer to our FAQ’s page.
Important information: Prices are subject to availability but the correct price will always be confirmed before you book. For full terms and conditions see our terms and conditions page.
So much included
Our escorted tours of India have been designed to offer superb value for money, without compromising on quality, and this ethos also applies to our India tour extensions. Your Shimla holiday extension includes: Train and coach travel to and from Shimla*, three nights accommodation in Shimla and one night in Delhi, daily breakfast and dinner, two packed lunches, tour of Shimla, services of a local guide and all transfers. Exact travel arrangements to/from Shimla will be confirmed at time of booking.
Carefully selected hotels
- First class and deluxe hotels in great locations
- Hotel porterage
- Applicable hotel taxes
Many meals
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Two packed lunches
Unforgettable experiences
- Travel to Shimla onboard the UNESCO Toy Train
- Walking tour of Shimla’s most important sights, including the impressive Viceregal Lodge
On the ground
- Services of an experienced guide and driver
- All overseas transfers
- Return train travel between Delhi and Shimla
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- Your holiday is covered by our Price Promise
- Your holiday is fully ATOL protected
All the hotels on our tours to India are carefully selected by our Directors to ensure they meet their high standards. As well as an emphasis on location and quality, many of the hotels we choose have a certain unique charm that sets them apart from the rest. The Oberoi Cecil Hotel in Shimla is a heritage hotel dating back to the days of the British Raj, and retains its colonial elegance to this day.
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The Oberoi Cecil Hotel, Shimla
Shimla’s heritage as the summer capital during the days of the British Raj is seen in its many fine examples of Victorian architecture, including the famous Vice Regal Lodge, the former summer residence of the Viceroy of India. A short… Find out more >-
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Pride Plaza Hotel Aerocity, Delhi
Pride Plaza Hotel is situated in New Delhi’s modern Aerocity area, so named for its handy proximity to Delhi Airport. The hotel is built on a grand scale, and boasts ultra-modern facilities blended with authentic Indian furnishings and artwork. An… Find out more >-
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ITC Welcomhotel Dwarka, Delhi
Conveniently located close to both the heart of New Delhi and its airport, the ITC Welcomhotel Dwarka, is a stylish, cosmopolitan hotel combining comfort with elegance. Your Stay The modern air-conditioned guest rooms are a welcome haven, with flat screen… Find out more >-
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Freedom Day
Delve even deeper into this stunning region and make the most of your free time with an optional excursion. To give you the flexibility we are renowned for, you don’t have to decide if you want to do anything until you are there. Just let your tour manager know what you would like to do and they will happily arrange this for you.
Shimla: Sleeping Beauty Trail
Highlights: The History of Shimla Elysium Hill Tour Description: One of the seven hills that surround Shimla, Elysium Hill is the highest point in Shimla and an amazing vantage point...
From GBP £48 Read More >Customer reviews 
As this holiday extension can be added to the end of our Golden Triangle & Ranthambore tour, we wanted to share some reviews from customers who have been on this holiday. This extension is also available on some of our other India tours. The following reviews have been independently verified by Feefo, a leading independent reviews company. We’re confident you’ll be impressed by the service our guests receive and the wonderful feedback they have provided.
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