Private tour of Shimla city & Kufri

4.9 (15 reviews) 5–6 hours Private tour

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About this activity

This private sightseeing day tour of Shimla takes you to beautiful places within and outside Shimla. From Viceregal Lodge to picturesque Kufri and jhakhoo hills,where one can get amazing views of snow covered Himalayas.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Himachal Bylocals

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide (Option 2 only)
Included: Bottled water
Included: All the sightseeing by Private car
Included: Pick up and drop off from hotel only.
Included: All activities

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Any personal expense. Like Entrance fees, meal etc.
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Entrance fees: Indian Institute of Advance Study+ Himalayan Nature Park Kufri Zoo+ Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex fees for Foreign Tourist

Itinerary

Stop 1

1 h 30 min

Kufri derives its name from ‘Kufr’ which means lake. The region around Shimla including Kufri was once a part of the Kingdom of Nepal. This region remained obscure from the rest of the world until the British 'discovered' it in 1819. The British made Shimla their summer capital in 1864 and it remained so until 1939. As Shimla gained importance, Kufri also began to be recognized as an important place to visit near Shimla.
Stop 2

30 min Admission not included

Himalayan Nature Park is located amidst 90 hectares of temperate vegetation that forms natural habitat for many a wild animals of the Western Himalaya. this park is one of the most exciting places to visit in Kufri. Tucked between the mighty Himalayas, it extends breathtaking views. From Kashmir Stag, Barking Deer, Blue Sheep to Red Jungle Fowl and Blue Sheep each one of them can be spotted here.

Not only this here you can also spot different variants of flora and fauna dwelling in the natural enclosures. It's truly a paradise for wildlife lovers!

Not only this here you can also spot different variants of flora and fauna dwelling in the natural enclosures. It's truly a paradise for wildlife lovers!
Jakhoo Hill

30 min

Jakhu Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Hindu deity Hanuman. It is situated on Jakhu Hill and is one of the prime places to visit in Shimla.According to mythology, a deadly arrow injured Lord Rama's brother Lakshmana when he was fighting the battle with the demon king Ravana. In order to save his life, when lord Hanuman was moving towards Himalayas to get Sanjeevani herb. Upon reaching the Himalayas, Hanuman couldn't make out as to which herb was the Sanjeevani. So he dug up the entire mountain and flew back to where Lakshmana was lying injured.
Indian Institute of Advanced Study

one hour Admission not included

Vice Regal Lodge also known as Rashtrapati Niwas is located on the Observatory Hills of Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. The lodge is one the best places to visit in Shimla city. It was formerly the residence of the British Viceroy of India Lord Dufferin.

The Vice Regal Lodge was designed by British architect Henry Irwin and built in the Jacobethan style during the regime of Lord Dufferin.
Stop 5

one hour

Mall Road which is the famous shopping center of Shimla.

Several major places of Shimla like Lakkar Bazaar, Mall, Scandal Point, Jakhu Hill, etc. are connected through the Ridge. The movement of vehicles is strictly prohibited here. The Ridge in Shimla always remains crowded with hundreds of people. Tourists from all over the country visit this awesome place for the view of the sunset.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hotel Landmark
Hotel Vikrant
Magic Stays - Shimla Royale
OYO 12815 HS Ram Bazar
Hotel Himani Premium
OYO Flagship 29128 Hotel Atithi Jakhu Ropeway
Hotel Harmony Sentiments
Hotel Ganga
Hotel Prashant
OYO 22748 Barowalia Resorts
Treebo Premium Bridge View Regency
Hotel Victory

and 73 more pickup points

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
If you will not be arriving at your destination within the specified reconfirmation period, please reconfirm with the local service provider prior to travel, or upon arrival at your destination. Please note that departure times and locations may vary slightly.

Cancellation

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Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately