Experience the timeless charm of North India’s colonial hill stations, where cool mountain air, misty landscapes, and British-era architecture create a refined retreat from the plains. This journey weaves through elegant towns once favored by colonial administrators, showcasing grand churches, heritage buildings, scenic promenades, and panoramic Himalayan viewpoints. Travel along winding mountain roads and enjoy iconic experiences such as heritage toy train rides, leisurely walks on historic Mall Roads, and visits to former viceregal residences. The tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, colonial history, and cultural encounters, complemented by tranquil lakes, lush gardens, and forested hills. Unhurried pacing allows time to absorb the old-world charm, local life, and dramatic scenery at every destination. Ideal for discerning travellers, this tour presents a graceful introduction to India’s colonial legacy set against the majestic Himalayan backdrop.
Colonial Hill Station in North India
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Day 1: Delhi – Chandigarh & City Tour (Approx. 250 km / 5–6 hrs)
Your journey begins in Delhi, where you will be warmly greeted and escorted to your comfortable private vehicle. Enjoy a scenic drive north to Chandigarh, India’s first planned city, internationally known for its grid-based urban design conceived by the legendary architect Le Corbusier.
Upon arrival, check in at your hotel. After a short refreshment break, meet your local guide and begin the city tour.
Visit the iconic Rock Garden, a one-of-a-kind open-air art installation created entirely from recycled materials, featuring imaginative sculptures, pathways, and waterfalls—one of the most unique attractions in India for international visitors.
Continue to Sukhna Lake, a serene man-made reservoir at the foothills of the Shivalik Range, ideal for leisurely walks, photography, and observing local life.
Proceed to the Zakir Hussain Rose Garden, Asia’s largest rose garden, beautifully landscaped and showcasing thousands of rose varieties.
Conclude sightseeing with an exterior visit to the Capitol Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site housing the High Court, Secretariat, and Legislative Assembly—an architectural highlight for design and history enthusiasts.
Evening at leisure to explore Sector 17 Plaza, enjoy cafés, or sample local North Indian cuisine.
Overnight stay in Chandigarh.
Day 2: Chandigarh – Kalka – Shimla (UNESCO Toy Train Journey)
After breakfast, drive to Kalka Railway Station to board the historic toy train to Shimla, a UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge railway.
Enjoy a slow-paced and scenic journey through tunnels, bridges, pine forests, deep valleys, and charming hill villages—one of the most memorable rail journeys in the Himalayas and a favorite among foreign travellers.
Upon arrival in Shimla, transfer to your hotel and check in.
Later, enjoy a relaxed walk along Mall Road, lined with colonial-era buildings, cafés, bakeries, and souvenir shops. Visit Scandal Point, a popular local gathering place steeped in colonial-era legends.
Evening at leisure.
Overnight stay in Shimla.
Day 3: Shimla | Colonial Heritage & Himalayan Vistas
After breakfast, begin a guided exploration of Shimla’s rich British colonial legacy, as it once served as the summer capital of British India.
Visit The Ridge, the cultural heart of Shimla, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges.
Proceed to Christ Church, one of North India’s oldest churches, admired for its neo-Gothic architecture and stained-glass windows.
Walk along Mall Road and visit the historic Gaiety Theatre, a Victorian-era cultural landmark that hosted British plays and social gatherings.
Visit Scandal Point, associated with stories from the British Raj and offering fine views over the valley.
Ascend Jakhu Hill to visit Jakhu Temple, surrounded by dense cedar forests and providing sweeping views of Shimla and the surrounding mountains.
Conclude the tour at the magnificent Viceregal Lodge (Rashtrapati Niwas), the former summer residence of the British Viceroy, showcasing grand colonial architecture, manicured lawns, and historic interiors.
Evening at leisure for café hopping, photography, or relaxed walks through Shimla’s charming colonial streets.
Overnight stay in Shimla.
Day 4: Shimla – Chail & Kufri Excursion
After breakfast, depart on a scenic excursion through pine and deodar forests to Chail, a peaceful former royal retreat.
Visit Chail Palace, the former summer residence of the Maharaja of Patiala, known for its elegant architecture and tranquil hilltop setting.
Continue to Kufri, a picturesque hill destination offering breathtaking Himalayan views.
Visit Mahasu Peak, the highest point in the area, ideal for photography and nature appreciation. Enjoy optional gentle activities such as horse riding or leisurely nature walks.
Return to Shimla by evening via picturesque mountain roads.
Overnight stay in Shimla.
Day 5: Shimla – Mussoorie | Scenic Himalayan Drive (Approx. 230 km / 7–8 hrs)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed on a scenic drive to Mussoorie, another classic colonial hill station once favored by British officers and missionaries.
Arrive and check in at your hotel. After some rest, enjoy an evening stroll along Mall Road, lined with colonial-style buildings, cafés, and viewpoints overlooking the Doon Valley.
Evening at leisure to relax and enjoy the cool mountain air.
Overnight stay in Mussoorie.
Day 6: Mussoorie | Viewpoints, Nature & Colonial Charm
After breakfast, proceed for a sightseeing tour highlighting Mussoorie’s colonial elegance and scenic viewpoints.
Visit Kempty Falls, a picturesque natural attraction surrounded by forested hills, popular since colonial times as a leisure retreat.
Enjoy a cable car ride to Gun Hill, historically used as a British-era cannon point, offering panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges and the Doon Valley.
Proceed to Lal Tibba, the highest point in Mussoorie, where telescopes allow views of distant snow-clad peaks—an old favorite viewpoint during the British period.
Enjoy a peaceful walk along Camel’s Back Road, a colonial-era promenade ideal for relaxed strolls and sunset views.
Visit Christ Church, one of the oldest churches in the region, reflecting British ecclesiastical architecture.
Continue to the beautifully maintained Company Garden, developed during the colonial era and known for its colorful flowers and tranquil ambiance.
Evening at leisure to explore heritage cafés, Mall Road, or relax at your hotel.
Overnight stay in Mussoorie.
Day 7: Mussoorie – Delhi | Departure (Approx. 290 km / 7–8 hrs)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive back to Delhi.
Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel or international airport as per your onward travel plans, with full assistance provided.
Tour concludes, leaving guests with lasting memories of modern Indian architecture, colonial hill stations, Himalayan landscapes, and cultural encounters.
- Assistance on arrival at airport.
- 6 Nights' accommodation in selected price category hotels.
- Daily breakfast at hotels.
- Private AC car/van for airport transfers, sightseeing, and excursions as per the program.
- English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
- Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
- Kalka - Shimla heritagetoy toy train ticket.
- Bottled drinking water in car.
- Government taxes.
Hotels used or similar for 6 nights accommodation
Chandigarh x 1 nights
3* - Red Fox Hotel/Sarovar Portico
4* - Lemon Tree Hotel/Welcomhotel Bellavista Panchkula
5* - JW Marriott Hotel/ Taj Chandigarh
Shimla x 3 nights
3* - Toshali Royal View/ British Resort
4* - Clarks Hotel/ Radisson Jass Hotel
5* - The Oberoi Cecil/ Radission Blu
Mussoorie x 2 nights
3* - Royal Orchid Fort Resort/ Hotel Himalaya Castle
4* - Fortune Resort Grace/ WelcomHeritage Kasmanda Palace
5* - Welcomhotel The Savoy/ JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa
- Any flight tickets.
- Camera charges at monuments if any.
- Meals other than mentioned in the inclusions.
- Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
- Gratuities and optional activities.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.