Shimla Tour Packages From Mumbai

This phenomenal city is popular for its thrilling adventure activities, Victorian architecture, amazing statues, and scenic beauty. Get an adrenaline rush by heading for mountain biking or walk the streets of the famous Mall road, you have numerous options to explore throughout your trip. You can spend time shopping at The Mall, Lakkar Bazaar, Lower Bazaar, Tibetan Market and Himachal Emporium. Tourists often purchase Kullu and Kinnaur shawls, high-quality Tibetan floor coverings, traditional artifacts, beautiful jewelry, antique wooden items and much more. The list is so big that you need to explore the city yourself.

Board the Kalka-Shimla toy train and appreciate the mesmerizing valleys filled with lush green hilltops and plenty of flora and fauna. UNESCO declared the Shimla toy train as a "World Heritage Site" in 2008. The toy train travels 96-kilometer through 103 tunnels, 800 bridges and an incredible amount of 900 curves. Riding this train is a must whenever you visit this majestic city. Multiple accommodations are available for you to select during the stay. You can find a huge variety of heavenly food and refreshing beverages all over this quaint town. Red rice, patore , lamb and chicken are few of the famous items, and cafes like Wake and Bake, Hide Out, Cafe Simla Times and Himachali Rasoi are amongst the most popular places in the area. To make the most out of your trip, compare multiple itineraries of different Shimla tour package from Mumbai before planning your escape.

Ideal Duration

The picturesque hills of the capital city of Himachal have a myriad of tourist spots to explore. Shimla grants the tourist several fun activities to enjoy and the ideal duration of the trip can be anywhere from 3-4 days. You can compare other Shimla tour packages from Mumbai and look at what they have to offer.

Best Time to Visit

Spring Season

Shimla truly is a sight for sore eyes in the spring. The temperature ranges from 16°C to 30°C and it is a great season to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and lush green valleys. Also, the Spring Festival is organized from April 28th to 30th every year.

Summer Season

Escape the heat and feel calm in the mildly cool climate of Shimla during the summer. The temperature varies around 16°C to 30°C. You can indulge in various sports activities that will rush your adrenaline and make you return for more.

Monsoon Season

The temperature during the monsoon season in Shimla ranges between 13 to 20oC. If you are an admirer of rain, then the monsoon season can leave you enchanted. Continuous rain keeps the weather cool and taking a walk down the streets of this magical city will leave you awestruck.

Winter Season

The winters of Shimla is a must to experience. make unforgettable memories with your loved ones and witness the frequent snowfall that gives the city a complete makeover and makes it looks breathtaking. The temperature can drop to minus 7 °C to 10 °C, so better pack your heavy woolens on your Shimla tour from Mumbai. During the winter, multiple sports activities such as paragliding, skiing and ice skating are available for you and your companions.

How to reach

By Air

There are no direct trains, state buses or flights from Mumbai to Shimla. The quickest way to reach Shimla is by taking a flight from Mumbai to reach Chandigarh. From there you can get on a bus, book a cab or ride on the famous toy train to Shimla. A non-stop flight from Mumbai to Chandigarh flight will take about 2 to 3 hours to complete, and traveling from there on a bus or train will add another 3-4 hours to it. You can also book a flight from Mumbai to New Delhi, then hop on a direct flight or bus to reach Shimla. Before planning your journey, compare various Shimla holiday packages from Mumbai, along with their itinerary.

By Train

Planning Shimla trip from Mumbai using a train? Don't worry there is an adventures option for you to explore. First, board a train from Mumbai to reach New Delhi, which will take about 15 h to travel 1500 km. Although there is no direct train service from New Delhi to Simla, you can still travel from New Delhi Railway Station to Shimla via the Delhi-Kalka line and then hop on the Kalka-Shimla line. The complete journey using the trains can be completed in approximately 27-28 hours. You can also choose the best mode of transportation and add it to your tour package from Mumbai to Shimla.