1. Mashobra
2h beyond Shimla by road, 7.5h from Delhi. Wildflower Hall levels. Forest walks, local-market Shimla day-trip. Suits: couples.
2. Shoja
9h from Delhi via Mandi. Quiet pine forests, Great Himalayan National Park adjacent. Suits: nature lovers, Instagram.
3. Tirthan Valley
9.5h from Delhi. Trout streams, apple orchards, riverside homestays. Small-scale, authentic. Suits: slow-travel couples, writers.
4. Kasol + Tosh
10h from Delhi. Parvati Valley vibe. Excellent Israeli food. Trek to Tosh or Kheerganga. Suits: young groups.
5. Kasauli
5h from Delhi — the easiest weekend. Colonial architecture, Christ Church, Monkey Point. Suits: families, first-time hill travellers.
Our picks
- Shortest drive: Kasauli.
- Most scenic: Shoja.
- Quietest: Tirthan.
- Best food: Kasol.
- Best for couples: Mashobra.
For a detailed custom weekend, see our Himachal page or contact us.
