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5-Day Adventure in Shimla: Exploring Nature and Culture

keshav kumar

15 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Shimla, Himāchal Pradesh, India. Discover the beauty of the Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo, ride the Jakhu Ropeway for stunning views, and visit the historic Christ Church. Indulge in delicious meals at Honey Hut, Beekays, and Ashiana Restaurant. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Shimla

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$45

Honey Hut

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

37 - 56 min

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Directions

Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo

Scenic mountaintop Hindu temple with a massive sculpture of Lord Hanumaan & many wild monkeys.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

12 - 18 min

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Jakhu Ropeway Shimla

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

4 - 6 min

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Christ Church, Shimla

Neo-Gothic-style church in scenic, romantic surrounds with stained glass & a pipe organ.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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$5

2 - 3 min

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Beekays

12:45 PM - 2:15 PM

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$6

1 - 2 min

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The Ridge

Bustling paved promenade with a no-cars policy lined with shops, cafes & historic architecture.

2:15 PM - 3:15 PM

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$3

4 - 5 min

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Ashiana Restaraunt

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 2

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$31

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$ 4

Diamond Bar and Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

78 - 94 min

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Chail Sanctuary

Viewing of wildlife like birds & monkeys is a popular activity at this large, forested preserve.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$8

81 - 98 min

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Kali Bari Temple, Shimla

Circa-1845 hilltop temple accessible by stairs & popular for picturesque mountain views.

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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$5

20 - 24 min

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Chadwick Falls

Towering waterfall in a gorge amid dense pine & deodar forest, accessible via a short trail.

12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

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$3

19 - 23 min

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Tara Bhojanalaya

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$12

3 - 4 min

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CCD

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

Day 3

+

$38

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$ 2

The Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

11 - 14 min

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Kufri Fun World

Large, year-round theme park offering rides, adventure sports & snow activities in winter.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

17 - 26 min

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Nagsons Amusement Park Hip Hip Hurray

Amusement park featuring zip-lines, rides, a cinema, a restaurant, an art gallery, crafts & more.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$8

34 - 51 min

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Cafe Lalit

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

11 - 14 min

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Mountain View Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$4

Day 4

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$34

·

$ 2

The Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$6

8 - 10 min

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Green Valley

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$3

8 - 12 min

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Himalayan Nature Park Kufri

Zoo housing Himalayan species such as snow leopards & brown bears in a forested setting.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

51 - 62 min

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Vaishno Devi Temple

Hindu temple complex featuring ornate, multi-tiered structures & a subterranean sanctuary.

12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

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$3

17 - 26 min

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Café Coffee Day

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$6

8 - 11 min

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Top Choice Food and Sweets

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 5

+

$27

·

$ 3

Cafe Coffee Day

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$2

61 - 74 min

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Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary

951-hectare area of forested mountainside crisscrossed with small streams & home to native wildlife.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$5

64 - 77 min

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Viceregal Lodge

This palatial former summer home of British viceroys, now a government office, offers guided tours.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

23 - 28 min

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CCD

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$2

6 - 9 min

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Nathu Halwai

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $184 In total

Activities & Food:$175

Transport:$10