Book a Shimla tour package with Anushka Tours and Travels — Mall Road, Kufri, and colonial-era sightseeing with experienced Himachal drivers.
Mall Road + Ridge
Kufri Snow Point
Toy Train Ride
Shimla remains one of the easiest hill stations to visit for exactly the reasons it became a British summer capital in the first place — walkable, temperate, and scenic without requiring serious trekking or adventure-sport commitment to enjoy.
For an easy evening stroll among colonial-era buildings.
Reachable by a short hike or cable car for panoramic valley views.
For snow activities in winter and pony rides year-round.
One of Shimla’s most photographed landmarks.
2-3 days covers Shimla comfortably, including a half-day trip to Kufri. This also works well as the first leg of a longer Himachal circuit continuing to Manali.
March to June for pleasant weather and clear mountain views. September to November for post-monsoon clarity and comfortable temperatures. December to February for snow, particularly at Kufri, though Shimla town itself doesn’t always get heavy snowfall.
Shimla is roughly 6-7 hours by road from Amritsar, or accessible via the scenic (if slow) narrow-gauge toy train from Kalka for those wanting that specific experience as part of the journey rather than the fastest route.
Mall Road is pedestrian-only in its central stretch, so vehicles drop passengers at designated points rather than driving directly to hotels in the main area — our drivers know the current drop-off arrangements and will plan accordingly rather than leaving you guessing.
About 45 minutes from Shimla, Kufri offers snow-based activities in winter (sledding, yak rides) and pleasant walking trails and pony rides in other seasons. We typically build this in as a half-day addition rather than a full separate day, unless you specifically want more time there.
Shimla works naturally as either a standalone trip or the starting point for a longer Himachal circuit. If you’re continuing to Manali, the drive is roughly 8-9 hours, best broken into a full travel day rather than combined with sightseeing.
Mall Road’s cafes and restaurants offer a mix of Himachali and general North Indian food, and the Lakkar Bazaar area near the Ridge is worth a stop for wooden handicrafts if that interests you.
Transport from Amritsar or your starting point, an experienced Shimla-based driver, and hotel booking assistance.
Experience colonial charm, Mall Road and Kufri snow with experienced Himachal drivers
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