This Itinerary encompassing Shimla, Chail, and Kasauli, is a charming blend of history, nature, and colonial-era elegance. Shimla, once the Summer Capital of British India, captivates with its grand architecture, bustling Mall Road, and breathtaking mountain views. Chail, a serene retreat, is known for its dense deodar forests, the world’s highest cricket ground, and the majestic Chail Palace. Kasauli, a quaint cantonment town, offers misty landscapes, colonial churches, and scenic viewpoints like Monkey Point. Together, these three destinations create a nostalgic journey through time, offering a perfect escape into the hills.
| Best Time To Visit: | Round the year |
| Rates are Quoted: | Per Couple Basis |
| Program Designed for: | Couples |
| Duration: | 7 Days / 6 Nights |
| Experiences: | History, Forest, Nature, Architecture, Lifestyle |
| Minimum Number of Pax: | 1 Couple |
| Maximum Number of Pax: | 3 Couples |
| Accommodation: | Homestay |
| Transport: | 1 Toyota Crysta Car/ Couple |
| Meals: | Full Board |
| Guide: | Fully Escorted by a Local English-Speaking Guide |
| Pick up: | Chandigarh Airport |
| Drop at: | Chandigarh Airport |
Day 01: Arrive in Chandigarh and Drive to ShimlaArrive on the train (Shatabadi Express) or the flight and we will drive you to Shimla. This charming journey to the hills takes around four hours to bring you to this former Summer Capital of British India Lunch/Dinner Distance : 120km Time of Travel : 4 hour |
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Day 02: Shimla Heritage WalkLearn the history and geography of this hill station, which was established originally as a retreat, then a sanatorium, and then the Summer Capital. Your guide is a well-educated local resident who knows the town by heart. His curiosity to share the stories of this place makes your visit more interesting. B'fast, Lunch & Dinner Walk : 5km Exp: Simla- Past & Present |
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Day 03: Drive to ChailChail is an appealing hill station originally set up as a military station. Later it became the summer residence of the Raja of Patiala. Still untouched and with its virgin forest cover Chail offers amazing coolness. On the way, we may visit the palace of Raja of Junga. B'fast, Lunch & Dinner Drive: 47km-(2 hrs) Exp: Wilderness |
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Day 04: ChailWe shall walk through the pristine forested trails and enjoy the views of the southern part of Shimla hills which further extend towards the east and continue to form the borders with the neighbouring state of Uttarakhand. Later, enjoy the warm hospitality of your host. B'fast, Lunch & Dinner On the trail : 7km Exp: Rural Life |
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Day 05: Chail – KasauliAfter the Anglo-Gurkha war in 1816, Kasauli was one of the first cantonments to be set up in these hills. Also, it attracted Edward Dyre to set up his brewery in Kasauli and introduced the first beer in India called Lion Beer. A walk through the cantonment brings you back to the Raj era. This little sleepy town remains tidy because of the presence of the military. B'fast, Lunch & Dinner Drive : 65km (2.5hrs) Exp: Colonial |
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Day 06: Kasauli - ChandigarhAfter breakfast, drive to this new modern city of free India that was established after the Independence. The effects of the designs of the Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier can be seen everywhere in Chandigarh. We are going to stay with Dan Dhanoa, a villain from Bollywood. After leaving Bollywood in the late nineties, Dan became a sailor and had ample chances to travel across the world. Wherever he went he collected artifacts and placed them in his house which he has named Anchorage42. Interaction with Dan is subject to his availability in Chandigarh. Later a tour of the city is scheduled. B'fast, Lunch & Dinner Distance : 55km Exp: Le Corbusier Architecture |
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Day 07: Chandigarh DepartureAn architectural tour of Chandigarh is scheduled in the first half of the day. In the afternoon, we drive you to Airport/ Railway Station to catch flight/train for your onwards journey. B'fast & Lunch
Exp: Toy Train Ride |
