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Shimla to Chail Heritage Trail Trek Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
A 3-day immersive expedition traversing diverse Himalayan landscapes and alpine altitudes.
Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.
Duration
3 Days
Total Distance
25 KM
Max Altitude
8,200 FT
Trek Type
linear
Day by Day Breakdown
Camp Alt
8,200 ft
Day Gain
+1,000 ft
Today's Objective
🔭 Reach Chail Palace & Wildlife Sanctuary
Explore the colonial architecture of Shimla before heading to the higher ridge of Kufri for the night.
Key Landmarks
Crossing the high-altitude pass bridges two distinct watershed systems, shifting the expedition over the glaciated divide and down into a new river basin.
Camp Alt
7,200 ft
Day Gain
-1,000 ft
Reach Shilon Bagh
A beautiful forest walk. The views of the Shivalik ranges to the south are stunning.
Key Landmarks
The trail follows the mountain river corridor through a narrow, forested gorge, moving past traditional settlements into increasingly dense dense forested valleys.
Camp Alt
7,000 ft
Day Gain
-200 ft
Reach Chail Palace
The trail enters the Chail Wildlife Sanctuary. The day ends at the magnificent stone palace of the Maharaja.
Key Landmarks
Crossing the high-altitude pass bridges two distinct watershed systems, shifting the expedition over the glaciated divide and down into a new river basin.
Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Kali ka Tibba Ridge Walk
+0.5 DayShort extension from Chail town to a high temple ridge for 360-degree views.
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