Shimla is one of the popular hill stations in India. It is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and is known for its scenic beauty and idyllic charm. Shimla was the summer capital of the British Empire and since then it has become a popular tourist destination. Thousands of travelers from various parts of India and across the world come to this lovely hill station to spend some time in the lap of nature. To cater to them, lots of Shimla tour packages are offered by the tourist board and the various travel agencies.



The ideal time for undertaking Shimla tours in between the months of March and September. The weather in this part of the year is pleasant. Being a hill station, Shimla experiences temperate climate. The summer months are cool while the winter months are chilly with snowfall. Those who want to see snowfall can embark on Shimla tour packages in the winter months.

There are lots of tourist attractions in Shimla which are an important part of Shimla tour packages. Shimla is home to lots of tourist attractions. Some of the well known points of interest in Shimla are Jakhu Temple, Dorje Drag Monastery, The Ridge, Christ Church, Lower Bazaar, Viceregal Lodge, The Mall, State Museum, and Photo Art Gallery and so on.

The Shimla tours also offer great scope for adventure lovers to enjoy to the fullest. Most of the tours consist of trekking; mountain biking and cycling trips and so on. Sports lovers can also embark on river rafting trips in the River Beas. Travelers can also embark on excursions in the nearby areas of Manali, Kulu, Kufri, and Rohtang Pass and so on.

Shopping and dining are popular activities in Shimla. Shimla tour packages include visit to the popular restaurants and dining hubs in the city. The dining hubs serve a wide range of mouth watering local and Indian delicacies. One can also buy beautiful local handicrafts and artifacts from the markets and shops.

To have great Shimla, one needs to choose a good accommodation. There is a wide range of hotels in Shimla which offer pleasant facilities and services. Most of the hotels are based close to the main city center and can be easily reached.