The Ridge & Mall
Hill station · Solan, H.P.
Chail
The maharaja of Patiala's forest retreat — deodar quiet, a palace hotel, and the world's highest cricket ground, an easy hop from Shimla.
2 daysBest season · All yearPrivate car & driver
2
Days, round trip
All year
Best season to go
2–7
Seats · one private car
24×7
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About the trip
The maharaja's forest hideaway.
Chail was built by the Maharaja of Patiala as his own hill retreat, and it stays wonderfully uncrowded — dense deodar, a grand palace now run as a hotel, and views back across to Shimla and Kufri through the trees.
Its famous cricket and polo ground, laid out at over 2,400 m, is the highest in the world. Add the Kali Ka Tibba temple on its ridge, the wildlife sanctuary and the little Sadhupul stream, and it makes a restful two days.
What you’ll see
- Chail Palace & grounds
- World's highest cricket ground
- Kali Ka Tibba temple & views
- Chail wildlife sanctuary
- Sadhupul streamside café
- Gurudwara Sahib, Chail
Suggested itinerary
Day 1 — Day 2- D1
Kangra to Chail
The drive via Shimla; the palace grounds and cricket ground in the evening light.
- D2
Kali Ka Tibba & Sadhupul
The ridge temple, the sanctuary and Sadhupul before the return drive.
Every plan is rebuilt around your dates, your pace and your budget — this is just a starting point. Tell us what you have in mind and we'll send a tailored route and one all-in fare.
A glimpse of the route
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What’s in the fare.
One quoted price
Car, driver, fuel, tolls, parking and state-border permits — agreed before you travel.
Your choice, separate
Hotels, meals and entry tickets stay your call, so you pick what fits your budget.
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The fare is locked on WhatsApp first. You only confirm once the plan suits you.
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