Chail or Chayal ( चायल ) is a hidden gem in Himachal Pradesh, offering a unique experience for travelers seeking a peaceful getaway amidst the mountains. With its beautiful woodland and charming atmosphere Chail is a must-visit destination for nature lovers, birdwatchers, and sports enthusiasts. The hill station is surrounded by lush forests of pine trees and huge deodars and offers breathtaking views of Shimla, Solan and Kasauli at night. Whether you want to explore the historical sites, enjoy the scenic beauty or indulge in outdoor activities, Chail has something for everyone. 

Chail is also famous for mushroom farming. There are so many big farms which you can visit during your visit to Chail. 

Chail is well-connected by road, rail, and air.Due to its location on uphill, it’s only accessible by road only. But it is well connected to the rail and air to its nearby places. 

Chail can easily be reached via bus through Shimla. Since Shimla is a popular tourist destination, daily buses run there from practically all important adjacent cities. Buses to Shimla are readily available from HRTC, HPTDC, and other private travel operators. You may easily get a bus or shared vehicle heading towards Chail after you are in Shimla. The distance is 46 km via Kandaghat. 

Another option is to travel to Chail by Kufri. From kufri to chail it will take two hours. This path will show some of the most scenic locations.The distance is 23 kms Although getting off at Kandaghat is another option if you travel from Chandigarh, public transport along the Kandaghat-Chail route is not very frequent. You can catch a direct bus that travels through Kandaghat on its way from Solan to Chail. In addition to this, I have seen shared taxis on this route. The distance from Chandigarh to Chail via Kandaghat is 107 km.

Kandaghat is the station on the narrow gauge railway that is closest to Chail. The Kandaghat stop on the Kalka-Shimla toy railway is where you can disembark and locate a different method of transportation to get to Chail by road. 

The Jubbarhatti airport in Shimla is 62 kms away from Chail and is the closest airport. Nevertheless, Chandigarh, which is 117 km away, has the closest major airport. 

You can either find a taxi or catch a bus for the last leg of your trip to Chail from Shimla or Chandigarh. You won’t have any trouble finding a flight to Chandigarh because it is so well connected to the rest of the nation by air. 

Chail is best visited between March and June and September and November. These months have good weather with temperatures between 15°C and 30°C. Avoid traveling during the region’s monsoon season, which runs from July to August, as this time is marked by intense rains. The roads are closed during monsoons because of landslides. 

Chail Palace : The Chail Palace was built as a summer retreat by the Maharaja of Patiala during the British Raj on the land allotted to him by the Britishers for his assistance in the Anglo-Nepalese War. The palace is well-known for its architecture and is a must-visit destination in Chail

Chail Wildlife Sanctuary : The Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its salubrious beauty and dense forest. It is an ideal destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers. The sanctuary is home to many unique species of flora and fauna 

Kali Ka Tibba: Kali Ka Tibba is a famous temple located on a hilltop in Chail. Dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills 

Cricket Ground: Chail is home to the world’s highest cricket ground. The ground is located at an altitude of 2,444 meters (8,018 feet) and is a popular destination for sports enthusiasts 

Trekking: Chail is a popular hiking destination because it has stunning views of the lower Himalayas. It includes excellent trekking routes from Ashwani Khad in Solan, Kufri, and Junga. Chail has many eco-camps held here and so many hiking and camping spots, camping in Chail is the most popular activity for expert hikers. 

There are many options to stay in Chail From Palace, homestay, hotels and to the camps. It all depends upon your choice and budget. 

The price of a budget hotel starts from 1000 rs per night to 1500 rs in the luxury resort. If Hotel Chail Palace is within your price range, it would be a delight. You must make a prior reservation for your hotel as most of the good places are always reserved in season.

Do comment Your Thoughts about chail in Himachal Pradesh. 

You will also like to read Must Visit Places In Himachal Pradesh.

Through These videos Come Follow My journey and experience the thrill through my lens. Watch these videos that will inspire you to Execute the travel plans. Contact Me or SUBSCRIBE To My YouTube Channel.

Always happy to help any traveller with passion to travel and explore. If you need any advise or guidance To plan your next getaway. Do drop a massage or comment. I will try my best to reply and guide you on basis of my experience to make your trip memorable and comfortable.

This Page might contain affiliate or paid advertisement to help in maintaining the website.