Shimla : Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide

3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Shimla’s scenic landscapes and colonial charm can be tricky to navigate without local insight. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour.

This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance.

Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Ideal for families, solo travelers, or couples seeking both nature and culture.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Guydeez

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private and exclusive tour, there won't be anyone else in your group.
Included: Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
Included: Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.
Included: In-person: Italian, German, French, English, Spanish speaking Guide
Included: Customization of the tour

Not included

Not included: Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
Not included: Transportations (the cost of using public transport during the tour is at your own expense)
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Tickets to any attractions

Itinerary

Christ Church

30 min

Christ Church in Shimla is the second oldest church in northern India after St. John's Church in Meerut. Services are conducted in Hindi and English. Currently, Rev. Sohan lal is the Presbyter-in-Charge Priest/Father of Christ Church, The Ridge Shimla.
Jakhu Hanuman Temple

30 min

The Jakhu Temple is an ancient temple in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, dedicated to the Hindu deity Lord Hanuman. It is located on Jakhu Hill, Shimla's highest peak, 2.5 km east of the Ridge at an elevation of 2,455 m above sea level.
Kali Bari Temple

30 min

Kali Bari Mandir is a Hindu temple located on Bantony Hill in Shimla. The temple is dedicated to the fearsome reincarnation of the goddess Kali, known as Shyamala, after whom the city of Shimla is named. The goddess is believed to have existed near Jakhoo.
Stop 4

30 min

One of the most popular places to visit in Shimla, Lakkar Bazar is home to numerous shops that are specialized in selling an array of antique works along with woollen garments, pashmina shawls, Himachali handicrafts and artificial jewellery.
Stop 5

40 min

Gorton Castle is a three-story building built according to the Neo-Gothic kind of architecture. It is set over a space of 40,000 square feet, it is situated on a peak amidst thick Deodar and Rosewood Trees.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Goroomgo baljees Shimla
Hotel Landmark
Valley crown B&B
Hotel Vikrant
OYO 12815 HS Ram Bazar
Hotel Apsra
Hotel Harmony Sentiments
Hotel Ganga
OYO 89140 Hotel Atul
Hotel Victory
Hotel Sita Palace
OYO 2400 Hotel Chaman Palace

and 48 more pickup points

The local guide will pick you up at your hotel (if located in Shimla). Travelers can request the tour to start from any centrally located hotel. In case your hotel is outside the city we will select a convenient meeting point in the city center. Tour may end at a different location from the departure point unless requested in advance of the tour.