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Shimla Itinerary 3 Days in Shimla Shimla Tour Plan Shimla Weekend Trip Shimla Sightseeing Route
A realistic, non-rushed 3-day Shimla itinerary balancing colonial heritage, nature trails, local vegetarian food, and scenic viewpoints.
Day 1: Arrival, Pine Forest Walks & Mall Road Sunset
• Morning: Arrive at Dev Homestay in Dudhli-Bharari (free on-site parking). Settle into your room and take in the panoramic deodar valley view from your balcony.
• Afternoon: Savor a hot vegetarian home-cooked lunch. Head to The Mall Road (4 km away). Walk the historic pedestrian promenade, visit Christ Church (built 1857), Gaiety Theatre, and The Ridge.
• Evening: Watch the golden alpenglow over the Himalayan ranges from Scandal Point. Return to Dev Homestay for a cozy family dinner.
Day 2: Kufri Alpine Peaks, Mahasu & Pine Woodland Trails
• Morning: Depart after breakfast for Kufri (15 km / 35 mins). Visit the Himalayan Nature Park and ascend to Mahasu Peak for sweeping views of Himalayan snow peaks.
• Afternoon: Stop at a scenic mountain cafe for tea and hot maggi or paranthas.
• Evening: Return via the scenic Dhalli bypass and take an evening walk on the tranquil deodar trails surrounding Dudhli.
Day 3: Jakhoo Temple, Viceregal Lodge & Departure
• Morning: Take the aerial cable car or drive up to Jakhoo Temple (6.2 km) to view the colossal 108-foot Hanuman statue.
• Afternoon: Visit the historic Viceregal Lodge (6.8 km), former residence of British Viceroys, surrounded by heritage botanical gardens.
• Late Afternoon: Pick up wooden handicrafts from Lakkar Bazaar before departing for your onward journey.
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