Explore the colonial charm, Himalayan landscapes and thrilling adventures of Shimla with specially curated Shimla tour packages from Chennai by Thrillophilia. Shimla is a charming hill station that has been drawing travellers from across the country and the world for decades. It has a lot to see, from the busy Mall Road and Scandal Point to Jakhoo Hill, Chadwick Falls, Christ Church, and more. You can enjoy paragliding, skiing, ice skating, river rafting, heli-skiing, and other exciting activities during your visit.

Shimla packages curated by Thrillophilia include stay, guided sightseeing, easy transfers, and fun experiences, all bundled together so you can enjoy your trip without any stress. With all the details taken care of, you can simply relax and unwind in the ‘Queen of the Hills’, Shimla.

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How To Reach Shimla from Chennai?

1. By Air

There are no direct flights from Chennai to Shimla. The most convenient and fastest option is to fly into Chandigarh, the nearest airport. Shimla is around 111 km from Chandigarh and you can take a taxi or bus to reach Shimla. Flights from Chennai to Chandigarh typically take around 4 to 6 hours including layovers.

2. By Train

There is no direct train from Chennai to Shimla. You can either take a train to Delhi or Chandigarh, both of which are well-connected to Chennai. Fast options to Delhi include the Chennai–Hazrat Nizamuddin Duronto Express, Chennai Rajdhani and Tamil Nadu Express. For Chandigarh, there's the weekly trains like MDU–Chandigarh Superfast Express, which takes around 42 hours. From Delhi or Chandigarh, travel to Kalka by train or road, and then take the scenic Kalka–Shimla narrow-gauge train that covers the final 85 km to Shimla.

Best Time to Visit

1. Summer (March to June)

Summers in Shimla are pleasant and great for outdoor activities like sightseeing, adventure sports, trekking, etc. The temperature in summers ranges between 15°C to 30°C.

2. Winter (October to February)

Shimla is covered in a white blanket of snow during winters with temperatures dipping to 8°C to -2°C. This is a great time to enjoy snow activities like skiing, ice skating, sledding and snowball fights.

Top Places To Visit in Shimla

Here are some of the best places in Shimla:

1. Annandale -Annandale is a scenic playground dating back to colonial times, where you can enjoy a game of mini golf or visit the Army Museum and the Cactus Museum.

2. Jakhoo Temple - The Jakhoo Temple stands on the highest peak of Shimla and is home to the impressive 109-foot-tall statue of Lord Hanuman.

3. Johnnie’s Wax Museum - This place is also famously called the Madame Tussauds of Himachal Pradesh and houses wax statues of famous celebrities from all over the world. Some notable figures that you can spot here are Justin Bieber, Steve Jobs and Salman Khan.

4. Christ Church - This beautiful Neo-Gothic style Christ Church was built back in 1857 and it is one of the most recognisable landmarks of Shimla. The major attraction of this church is its stained glass windows that represent the five virtues of Christianity.

5. Himalayan Nature Park - Located in Kufri, the Himalayan Nature Park is home to a wide variety of Himalayan animals and plants like the Asiatic Black Bear, Himalayan Sambars, Snow Leopards, Musk Deer and trees like the Blue Pine, Spruce and orchids.

Best Things to Do in Shimla

Here are some of the best things to do in Shimla:

1. Toy Train Ride - A ride aboard the UNESCO-listed Kalka–Shimla toy train is a must do activity and is included in most Shimla tour packages from Chennai.

2. Mall Road Shopping -Mall Road is a popular street in Shimla where you can shop for woollens, handicrafts, and souvenirs like Himachali caps, fridge magnets etc.

3. Ice Skating - If you are visiting Shimla in the winters then try your hands at skating on the open-air ice skating rink, Asia’s only natural skating rink.

4. Forest Camping in Mashobra - Mashobra offers amazing campsites where you can camp under starlit skies, enjoy bonfires while being surrounded by beautiful pine forests. Some campsites also offer fun activities like rope courses, rappelling, rock climbing, etc.

5. Trekking in Shimla - Shimla and its surrounding region offers excellent trekking trails ideal for all levels of trekkers. Some popular treks are Jakhoo Temple trek, Hatu Peak trek, Karol Tibba trek, Chadwick Falls trek and more.