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| HOTEL SPRINGFIELDS, SHIMLA - MONSOON PACKAGE |
Validity: up to 31 March 2012
 8,999/-
per couple 02 nights / 03 days (MAPAI Basic) |
 Package
Includes
- * Accommodation in a Deluxe Room for a couple
- * Buffet Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner
Meal for 2 Children below 6 years at no extra charge)
- * One Half-Day local Sightseeing by car
- * Tea / Coffee Maker in Room
- * Mineral Water bottle per day per room
- * Complimentary drop to Mall Road once during stay
- * All Applicable taxes
*Extra Adult @ Rs. 1200/- MAPAI per night
The above packages are extendable on a pro-rata basis
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| SHIMLA LOCAL TOUR PACKAGES |
Things to do in and around Shimla
Delhi – Shimla (Approx.350 Kms./10 Hrs. Drive)
0630 hrs.: Early morning drive to Shimla
0830 Hrs. : For an early breakfast, may stop at Murthal where the famous Ahuja Dhaba serves excellent Parathas.
1200 hrs. : Arrive at Timber Trail, a suggested place for a lunch break where you could also enjoy a Cable Car ride.
1330 hrs. : After Lunch drive on to Shimla
On the way to Shimla lies Solan - A developing Hill Town. The Land was first acquired by the British for a rifle range but its chief claim to fame today is the Mohan Meakin Brewery, founded in 1935.
1630 hrs. : Arrive in Shimla. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel.
1800 hrs. : Visit to the Mall, Lakkar Bazaar & Ridge area (One could drive up to the lift area. Vehicles are prohibited on the Mall).
2000 hrs. : Return to hotel for dinner
In Shimla -I
Breakfast at Hotel
A day for Local Sightseeing in Shimla: The erstwhile Summer Capital has a lot to offer.
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Shimla – II :Heritage Walks
The Center of the town- The Mall Road runs from the Scandal Point to the Christ Church. A Heritage Walk is suggested around town, covering Scandal Point, Gaiety Theater, Rothney Castle, Kali Bari Mandir, Viceregal Lodge & the Botanical Gardens. The Viceregal Lodge was formerly the residence of the British Viceroy, Lord Dufferin. The Lodge has magnificent lawns, Botanical gardens and a small café. It presently houses 'The Institute of Advanced Studies.
Another interesting walk beyond the Mall is to Summer Hill & the Glenn Forest, via Annadale. Annadale, now the Army Golf Course and sports reserve was built as a playground for the British. It is the largest stretch of flat ground in and around Shimla. Cricket & Polo are still played here and the army uses the place as a Helipad. A special picnic Basket could be carried from the hotel. The Summer Hill has pleasant shady walks. The Himachal Pradesh University is located here. It is also famous because Mahatma Gandhi once stayed here at the Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur Mansion.
Himachal State Museum & Library: About 3 Kms. from Scandal Point, the museum, houses a good collection of statues, miniatures, coins, photos & other items from around Himachal Pradesh. Entry is free and the museum is open from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Opt for a special Bon-fire Dinner at the lawns at the hotel Springfields.
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In Shimla - III
Breakfast at the Hotel
Excursion to Kufri & Chail
Kufri : Kufri is 18 Kms. and is a small village close to Shimla, offering good hiking in the countryside. Horse-ride and Yak-rides are popular during the Summer months. Kufri is promoted for Skiing in the winter months of December to February.
Chail : Chail is 35 Kms. from Kufri and was created by the Maharaja of Patiala as his Summer Capital after his expulsion from Shimla. The town is built on three hills-One is topped by the Chail Palace, one by the Village itself & the third by the Snow view Mansion.
Three Kilometers from the Palace is the World's highest Cricket Ground (2444m), built in 1893. There is also a wildlife sanctuary, 3 Kms. From Chail. Offering viewing experience of birds & Deer, it is also a good place for hiking.
Lunch at Chail Palace is suggested, before proceeding back to Shimla.
Dinner at Springfield with music in the lounge bar area.
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Shimla -IV
Early Breakfast at the hotel
A visit to Shimla is incomplete, without a game of Golf at one of the oldest and the highest Golf Courses in India. 15 Kms. north of Shimla, at an altitude of 2050m, Naldehra is a pleasant little village. Green Fees are approximately 500 for 18-holes (twice around the course). Caddies are readily available & a Golf Kit is available at the Hotel on request.
The Mahunag Mandir is located in the middle of the Course.
A Packed Lunch Basket from the hotel is suggested for an enjoyable picnic.
On the return trip you could visit Mashobra which is 4 Kms. From Naldehra en-route to Shimla. Mashobra has some pleasant walks with breath taking views and a wooden temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
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