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✨A Week in Shimla✨

Anish Vasawade

14 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the enchanting hills of Shimla. Discover ancient marvels, experience adrenaline-pumping adventures, and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of nature. Get ready for an unforgettable escapade in the lap of the Himalayas!

Trip to Shimla

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Day 1Majestic Peaks and Whirlwind Fun

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$30

Mahashu Peak, Kufri

Mountain with hiking routes through thick forest, trekking on horseback & a summit temple.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$5

4 - 5 min

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Kufri Fun World

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

Day 2Joyrides, Wildlife Encounters, and Spiritual Serenity

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$29

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$ 2

Nagsons Amusement Park Hip Hip Hurray

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$15

32 - 47 min

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Himalayan Nature Park Kufri

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

40 - 48 min

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Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo

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

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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$4

Day 3Adventure Galore and Historic Charm

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$20

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$ 2

Kufri Adventure Park

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

41 - 50 min

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Christ Church, Shimla

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

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

Day 4Wildlife Sanctuary and Hilltop Bliss

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$20

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$ 2

Chail Sanctuary

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$15

79 - 95 min

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Jakhu Hill

The highest peak in Shimla, featuring an ancient temple, trees & a huge statue of Hindu god Hanuman.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$5

Day 5Exploring Heritage and Breathtaking Views

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$30

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$ 2

Army Heritage Museum

Cozy museum space offering educational displays on national army history, with weapons & uniforms.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$10

12 - 15 min

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Bantony Castle

Colonial-era Maharaja palace with Tudor architecture & expansive grounds, slated to become a museum.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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$15

6 - 9 min

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The Ridge

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

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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$5

Day 6Colonial Grandeur and Cultural Delights

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$48

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$ 2

Viceregal Lodge

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$28

13 - 20 min

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Himachal State Museum

Art & artifacts such as ancient tools, dolls, coins & traditional garments in a Victorian mansion.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

24 - 29 min

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Kali Bari Temple, Shimla

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

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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$10

Budget breakdown: $186 In total

Activities & Food:$177

Transport:$9