Shimla
Trip Cost Guide

Shimla, the Queen of Hills, sits 350 km from Delhi — a scenic 7 to 8-hour drive through the Shivalik foothills. This colonial-era hill station offers cool weather, stunning mountain views, and a charming old-world atmosphere that makes it one of North India's most beloved getaways.

A 3-4 day Shimla trip from Delhi costs between ₹6,000 for strict budget travelers to ₹35,000 for a luxury experience. The biggest expenses are the cab fare (given the mountain distance) and hotel accommodation. With Triveni Cabs, you get an experienced hill-driving chauffeur at ₹11/km in a sedan — crucial for the winding Himalayan roads.

Shimla itself is relatively affordable once you arrive. Most of the major attractions — Mall Road, the Ridge, Christ Church, and Scandal Point — are free to explore on foot. The main expenses come from activities at Kufri (horse riding, skiing in winter) and day trips to Narkanda or Chail.

For best value, plan your trip for September to November when monsoon ends, the weather is perfect, and hotels slash rates by 30-40%. A typical mid-range couple's trip for 3 nights including cab, hotel, meals, and sightseeing comes to about ₹12,000-15,000 per person — a great deal for a Himalayan escape.