How To Reach

No Walk-ins Allowed

Approx. 100 km from Chandigarh

Outskirts of District Solan, Himachal Pradesh

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Location

Situated in District Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Approx. Distance & Time

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Piplughat

9 kms / 45 Mins

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Shimla Bus Stand

60 kms / 2.5 Hrs

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Chandigarh City Centre

100 kms / 4 Hrs

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New Delhi City Centre

345 kms / 9-11 Hrs

Multiple ways to reach Vaatalya

  • 100 km | ~4 hrs

    • Private Taxi: Direct hire ~₹4,000–4,500 (Sedan). Innova extra.

    • Self-Drive: Scenic route; free parking. Last approx 2 km is off-road.

    • Bus: Bus to Dharlaghat (~₹900, 6 hrs) ➔ Taxi to Vaatalya (~₹1,000).

  • By Train (via Chandigarh)

    • Primary: Kalka Shatabdi (No. 12011) | NDLS 07:40 AM ➔ CDG 11:00 AM.

    • Faster: Vande Bharat Express (Arrives approx. 1 hour earlier).

    • Note: Hire a taxi from Chandigarh station to the retreat.

    By Road (Taxi or Self-Drive)

    • Route: New Delhi to Vaatalya (approx. 355 km / 9-11 hrs).

    • Parking: Available on-site.

    • Advisory: If driving, please leave Delhi between 04:00 AM - 05:00 AM to avoid congestion.

  • 60 km | ~2 hrs

    • Taxi: Direct hire (~₹2,500–3,000).

    • Self-Drive: Parking available on-site.

    • Bus: Take local bus to Piplughat, then hire a taxi to Vaatalya (9 km | ~30 mins).

Important Notes

Wisdom & Cultural Heritage
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Visitors without prior approval or appointment will not be allowed
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Avoid Uber for intercity travel-drivers often turn back on off-road routes.
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If you’re driving yourself, please review the last approx 2 km stretch in advance.
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Driver accommodation is available 4 km from Vaatalya at an additional cost.