Delhi
Delhi, also known as the National Capital Territory of Delhi, is a metropolitan region in India that includes the national capital city, New Delhi. It is India’s second-most-populous city after Mumbai and the largest city in terms of area. With a population of 22 million in 2011, the city is the fourth-largest city in the world. The NCT and its urban region have been given the special status of National Capital Region (NCR) under the Constitution of India’s 69th amendment act of 1991. The NCR includes the neighbouring cities of Baghpat, Gurgaon, Sonepat, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Noida, Greater Noida, and other nearby towns and has nearly 22.2 million residents.
TEMPERATURE AVERAGE: 16°C TO 3°C SHOPPING: Handicrafts CURRENCY: Indian Rupees
Shimla
Shimla is bounded by Mandi and Kullu in the north, Kinnaur in the east, and Solan & Sirmaur to the south. Shimla is well known as a hub for India’s tourism sector, as it is among the top 10 preferred entrepreneurial locations in India. In 1864, Shimla was declared the summer capital of British India, and after independence, it became the capital of Himachal Pradesh. The name Shimla has been derived from the goddess Shyamala Devi, an incarnation of the Hindu Goddess Kali.
TEMPERATURE AVERAGE: 22°C to 82°F SHOPPING: SWEATER CURRENCY: Indian Rupees
Kufri
Kufri, a small hill station in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, is located 13 km from the state capital Shimla on the National Highway No. 22. The name Kufri is derived from the work “Kufr”, which means a lake in the local language. The highest point in the surrounding region, Kufri has a Himalayan Wild Life Zoo, hosting rare antelopes, feces, and birds, including the Himalayan Monal, the state bird of Himachal Pradesh. During winter, a meandering path turns into a popular ski track. The region around Shimla, including Kufri, was once a part of the Kingdom of Nepal until ceded to the British Raj as part of the Sugauli Treaty.
TEMPERATURE AVERAGE: 28°C TO 82°C SHOPPING: SWEATER CURRENCY: Indian Rupees
Morning proceeds to Shimla (385 km/9 hrs.) en route visiting Pinjore Gardens. Reach Shimla by evening and check into the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Kufri—Winter Sports Capital & Mall Road for shopping. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for Delhi Arrive Delhi in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel.