
Embark on an enchanting journey through the majestic Himalayas with this exclusive package featuring the UNESCO World Heritage Kalka-Shimla Toy Train – often experienced as a premium charter-like heritage ride in luxury coaches. This scenic narrow-gauge rail adventure winds through 103 tunnels, over 800 bridges, pine forests, and breathtaking valleys, combining nostalgic rail romance with the serene beauty of Shimla and adventurous vibes of Manali.
Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh & one of the most popular hill stations of India. Basking in the grandeur of the British era with apparent influences in its architecture, the British colonizers elevated the small township into the summer capital of an empire sprawling the subcontinent.
Manali – A gift of the Himalayas to the world, Manali is a beautiful township nestled in the picturesque Beas River valley. Known for its cool climate and snowcapped mountains, Manali offers respite to tourists escaping scorching heat of the plains. .
Chandigarh is the best-planned city in India, with architecture which is world-renowned, and a quality of life, which is unparalleled. Serving as the capital of the Indian states of Haryana and Punjab, Chandigarh was one of the early planned cities in the post-independence India and is internationally known for its architecture and urban design.
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Package Details |
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Package Name |
SMA72 Heritage Rails & Himalayan Trails ex. Chennai |
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Destination Covered |
Shimla-Manali-Chandigarh |
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Travelling Mode |
By Flight / Kalka-Shimla Toy Train |
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Airport |
Chennai Domestic Airport |
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Frequency/Tour Date |
07N/08D – 30.10.2026 |
Flight Details:
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Flight No |
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6E-6005 |
30.10.2026 |
Chennai |
11.10 Hrs |
30.10.2026 |
Chandigarh |
13.55 Hrs |
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6E-971 |
06.11.2026 |
Chandigarh |
07.20 Hrs |
06.11.2026 |
Chennai |
10.20 Hrs |
Cost per Person (In INR): -
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Class |
Single |
Double Occupancy |
Triple Occupancy |
Child with Bed |
Child Without |
Child Without |
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Comfort |
Rs. 79,500/- |
Rs. 62,300/- |
Rs. 59,700/- |
Rs. 52,000 |
Rs. 46,900/- |
Rs. 39,400/- |
For Child fare of age 0-2 years, payment needs to be made directly to the airlines.
Tour Itinerary: Chennai-Chandigarh-Shimla-Manali-Chandigarh-Chennai (07 nights/08days)
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Day wise Itinerary |
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Day 01 / 30.10.2026 |
Chennai - Chandigarh |
On arrival Chandigarh at 13.55 Hrs, proceed to visit Sukna Lake, Rose Garden & Rock Garden, later and check in. Overnight stay in Hotel at Chandigarh. (Dinner) |
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Day 02 / 31.10.2026 |
Chandigarh - Shimla |
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and proceed to Shimla by Kalka-Shimla Toy Train (Subject to Railway Approval) The Kalka–Shimla Railway (KSR), a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008, is one of India's most remarkable mountain railways and an engineering marvel. Opened in 1903, the 96.6 km narrow-gauge railway connects Kalka with Shimla, the former summer capital of British India. Renowned for its 102 tunnels, over 800 bridges, and breathtaking Himalayan scenery, the railway is celebrated as one of the finest examples of narrow-gauge engineering. The iconic Barog Tunnel, at 3,752 feet, is the longest tunnel on the route. The railway also houses the Baba Bhalkhu Rail Museum, honouring the local visionary who contributed to the alignment of the line. Today, the Kalka–Shimla Railway offers a memorable heritage rail journey through picturesque valleys, dense forests, and charming hill stations, preserving over a century of history while showcasing the timeless beauty of the Himalayas On arrival check in to the hotel, evening free to explore mall road on your own. Overnight stay at Shimla. (Breakfast & Dinner) |
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Day 03 / 01.11.2026 |
Shimla - Kufri |
Early Morning Breakfast and proceed for a full day sightseeing, visit Kali Bari Temple, Sankat Mochan temple or famously known as Jakhoo temple. En-route stop for Lunch (at own cost). And proceed to visit Kufri and Green Valley, Fun World and Himalayan Natural Park. Return back to hotel in Shimla Dinner & Overnight stay at Shimla. (Breakfast & Dinner) |
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Day 04 / 02.11.2026 |
Shimla - Manali |
After breakfast, check-out and depart to Manali. On the way visit – Sunder Nagar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Vaishno Devi Temple, “KULLU” & Shawls Factory. (Breakfast & Dinner) |
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Day 05 / 03.11.2026 |
Manali |
Early Morning Breakfast and proceed for a full day sightseeing, visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Van Vihar, Manu Temple, Club house and Buddhist Monasteries Temple. En-route stop for Lunch (at own cost). And proceed to visit Tibetan Market and Mall Road of Manali. Return back to hotel in Manali Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Manali. (Breakfast & Dinner) |
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Day 06 / 04.11.2026 |
Manali - Solang Valley Through Atal Tunnel |
Early Morning Breakfast and proceed to visit Atal Tunnel & Solang-Valley. (Subject to local Administration Approval) En-route stop for Lunch (at own cost). Return back to hotel in Manali Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel in Manali. (Breakfast & Dinner) |
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Day 07 / 05.11.2026 |
Manali - Chandigarh |
After breakfast, check-out and depart to Chandigarh. En-route stop for Lunch (at own cost). After reaching Chandigarh, conduct check-in and freshen-up by evening proceed to visit Rose Garden, Elante Mall, Sec. 17 Plaza, Art Museum & Mansa Devi Temple. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Chandigarh. (Breakfast & Dinner) |
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Day 08 / 06.11.2026
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Chandigarh -Chennai |
Early morning check out from the hotel and proceed to Chandigarh airport to board return flight to Chennai at 07.20 Hrs Tour end. (Packed Breakfast) |
Note: - The Kalka–Shimla Heritage Toy Train journey is subject to Railway approval, operational feasibility, and weather conditions etc.
*Above itinerary and Flight timings are only indicative, IRCTC reserves the right to change in case of any operation issues / local circumstances.
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Package Includes: |
Package Excludes: |
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Accommodation:
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Hotel Accommodation |
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Name of the Hotel |
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Shimla(02N) |
Regenta Place, Mashobra or Similar |
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Manali (03N) |
De Vivendi, or Similar |
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Chandigarh(02N) |
Lords Inn Zirakpur or similar |
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TERMS & CONDITIONS |
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b. Passengers above age of 75 are required to accompany by an escort/family member of younger age. |
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Hotel Check in time is 14.00 hrs (2 PM). |
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Being a group tour, personalized service is not viable. Hence, please converge with the group. |
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Above rates are subject to availability. |
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Cancellation charges as per company policy. |
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Room categories in all packages are the base category rooms unless stated otherwise. |
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Final confirmation in the proposed hotels is subject to the availability at the time of booking, else similar category hotel will be provided. |
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Please reach the airport 2 hours before the departure of the flight. IRCTC will not responsible for missing of flights by the guest. |
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In flight (Low Cost Carriers), the food and beverages are available on chargeable basis. |
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Kindly reconfirm the departure terminal and the flight schedule from the airline before leaving for the airport. |
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Web check in can’t be done for group tours. |
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Transfers and sightseeing are on SIC (seat in coach) / shared basis by Tourist vehicle. |
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Arrival / departure transfers & sightseeing shall be provided as per schedule fixed by the hotel/Local IRCTC Office/DMC. However, this may require you to wait at the airport for short duration until all the guests arriving at that time exit the airport. |
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The request for an adjacent or adjoining rooms in case of two or more families from same acquaintance can considered by IRCTC Tour Manager subject to availability. |
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It is mandatory to carry the age proof of children (02 to 11 yrs) and infant (below 02yrs) along with other travel documents. Child above 11 yrs shall be considered for an adult cost. |
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Airlines don’t offer seats to infants |
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Room allocation (Twin bed / Double bed) is at the discretion of the hotel. The check in time at hotel is 1400 Hrs and check out time 1100 Hrs. Numbers of meals are always corresponding to the number of nights booked. Breakfast is not provided on the day of arrival. |
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In hotels, for an extra Adult / Child, either Rollaway bed or mattress shall be provided. |
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For early check ins and late check outs the payment is to be settled directly by the guest. |
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Hotel has the right to claim the damages incurred by any of the guest. |
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The guests are requested to take care of their personal belongings carefully and avoid leaving them unattended |
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The airfares and taxes are calculated as on a mentioned date and any increase in the Taxes or airfares will be borne by the customer. |
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For any change in Flight Timings/diversions, Flight cancellation from the airline IRCTC will not be responsible and if it further affects the Sightseeing/Itinerary client need to accommodate accordingly. |
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Cost of additional services availed by the guest which are not part of our package inclusions are to be settled directly at the hotel. |
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To avail the arrival transfers please check the hotel representative holding the placard of your name / hotel name/ IRCTC name. |
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Buffet meal will be provided at fixed venue decided by the hotel. |
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Still you are kindly requested to check the perfect buffet timings at the time of check in at the hotel. Once the buffet time is over the hotel might ask you to pay for your meals |
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IRCTC request you that before finalizing the tour with us kindly go through the website of the hotels and read the reviews |
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Package cost is calculated on lowest class Air Fare. Any increase in air fare or airport taxes has to be borne by the client. |
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Any Itinerary posted on the website is only a proposed holiday outline |
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In case there is any change in price the same will be communicated to yourself and only after your confirmation, we will proceed further. |
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There will be no refund for un-utilized services. |
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The package Price is subject to change without prior notice |
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Above tour prices are subject to change in the event of increase in hotel room rates levy by the hotel especially during peak season / holiday surcharge and major events/ fairs and convention |
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Passenger should get full briefing about the tour from IRCTC before/after the booking to avoid any confusion. |
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IRCTC is not liable for personnel expenses, boating, porterage, theft, accidents etc. |
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Any other terms and conditions applied as may be decided by IRCTC at any point of time |
| No. of days before commencement of Trip | Total Deductions |
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| 21 days prior (excluding departure date) | 30% of the package cost |
| 21 to 15 days excluding the departure date | 55% of the package cost |
| 14 to 08 days excluding the departure date | 80% of the package cost |
| 7 - 0 days / No show | 100% of the package cost |
a) The request for name change will be treated as a fresh booking where confirmation will be subject to availability. Please note all bookings confirmed are non-transferable and will invite a cancellation charge as applicable.
b) Changes and Cancellation by Tripozo or its partner prior to your departure - The journeys are planned well in advance. We reserve the right to make changes to the programme if necessary at any point of time. We reserve the right to cancel the departure or amend the same due to certain operational reasons and conditions. Most changes made by us would be minor, but on certain occasions there could be a possibility of making a significant change. A change is defined as significant if it involves a change of destination or date of departure. In such an eventuality, we would inform you as soon as possible and provide you with the following solutions:
1. Accepting the changed arrangements or 2. Cancelling or accepting the cancellation where you will receive a refund of the payment remitted to us. However, there will be no refund for any service such as pre/post accommodation, airline tickets, excursions, and extensions etc. that have been booked by you and/or your Travel Agent. 3. In case of a 'force majeure' situation due to which a departure has to be cancelled, we regret there would be no refund of the money paid to us or reimbursement of any additional expenses incurred by you as a result of our cancellation/ change.
100% payment at the time of booking will be required.
SURCHARGES:
The prices shown are based on known costs and airfare at the time of tour launching the tour and Tripozo or its partner does not expect to have to make any changes. In case of unforeseen increase in national or local taxation or factors beyond control, Tripozo or its partner reserves the right to impose a surcharge or revise the tour cost.
FORCE MAJEURE:
In these booking conditions, 'force majeure' means any event which Tripozo or its partner / the supplier of the service(s) in question / the Third Party Supplier could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events may include disruptions/diversions of air services, floods, and earthquakes whether actual or threatened war, riot, civil strife, actual or threatened terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, adverse weather conditions, disease, fire and all similar events outside the control of the party concerned. We cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our obligations under our agreement with you is prevented or affected by, or you otherwise suffer any damage or loss as a result of, 'force majeure'.
OUR LIABILITY TO YOU :
Tripozo or its partner will not be responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, cost or other claim of any description whatsoever which results from: 1.the act(s) and / or omission(s) of the person(s) affected or any member(s) of their party; or
2.the act(s) and / or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of your arrangements and which were unforeseeable or unavoidable; or
3.any service or facility not arranged by us as part of our contract with you; or 'force majeure' as defined above.
We do not accept liability for:
1. Any damage, loss, expense or other sum(s) of any description which, based on the information you gave us at the time of booking, we could not have foreseen you would suffer or incur if we breached our contract with you;
2. Any business losses.
3. Excursions or other tours or any other travel services taken and paid for by you which have not been provided by us whilst you are on our tour. In such instances, your contract will be with the operator / supplier of the excursion or tour or travel services and not with us.
CONDITIONS OF TRAVEL:
You will have to strictly follow the tour program. There would be no refund if you fail to join the group at the commencement of the tour, or join the group later or leave the group before culmination of the tour for any reasons whatsoever. You are responsible to register with the representative of the Company at the appointed date, place and time and you would be treated as a no-show if you fail to do so. Under no circumstances would any refund be given for any unutilized services. You shall not behave in a manner which may cause distress or annoyance to other co-travellers or which may create the risk of danger or damage to property of the Company, co-travellers or others. In this event, you may be asked to leave the tour immediately. The Company shall be under no liability to any such person.
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Contact for Booking |
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IRCTC – Chennai 6A, The Rain Tree Place, No. 9 McNichols Road, For Bookings Contact: - our representatives between 10:00 - 18:00 on working days IRCTC-Chennai Mr. Cowthaman NS – Email – cowthanman.n.s@irctc.com Mr. Rajesh - 08287931977 – Email – r. rajesh@irctc.com Mr Arsalan – 8287931967 Mr Ranjith – 8287931959 Mr Cowthaman – 8287931974 Mr Vijay - 8287931965 Mr Thangapandi - 8287931964 Mr. Aromal - 8287932121 Mr. Murali -9003140680 Ms. Malini - 9363488234 IRCTC-Trichy: Mr. Sivakumar-08287932070 Mr Muthukumar - 9363488235 IRCTC-Madurai: Mr. Deepu – 8287931962 deepu5137@irctc.com Mr. Kalaiselvan-08287932122- tourismmdu@irctc.com IRCTC-Coimbatore: Mr. Mohan -09003140655 Mr Yokesh - 9843689423 |
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