Darjeeling Tour Guide

 Location: West Bengal, India

Best Time to Visit: March to May and October to November (pleasant weather and clear views)

🗓 Suggested Itinerary (5 Days)
DARJEELING TOUR GUIDE

Day 1: Arrival & Leisure

  • Arrive at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station

  • Private car/taxi to Darjeeling (3-4 hours drive with scenic views)

  • Check-in to hotel and relax

  • Take a walk around Chowrasta (The Mall) and Mall Road

  • Enjoy local food (momos, thukpa, Darjeeling tea)

Day 2: Darjeeling Sightseeing

  • Early morning trip to Tiger Hill (for sunrise and view of Kanchenjunga)

  • Visit Batasia Loop (beautiful spiral railway loop)

  • Ghoom Monastery

  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) — UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Japanese Peace Pagoda

  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Zoo

Day 3: Tea Gardens & Local Exploration

  • Visit famous tea estates like Happy Valley Tea Estate

  • Tea tasting session

  • Visit Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre

  • Explore local markets (buy Darjeeling tea, handicrafts, woollens)

Day 4: Day Trips (Optional)

  • Mirik Lake (a beautiful lake town ~2 hours away)

  • Kalimpong (botanical gardens, monasteries, scenic viewpoints)

  • Visit monasteries like Zang Dhok Palri Phodang

Day 5: Departure

  • Leisure breakfast, final shopping, depart for Bagdogra/NJP

📍 Top Attractions

  • Tiger Hill

  • Batasia Loop

  • Ghoom Monastery

  • Peace Pagoda

  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

  • Darjeeling Zoo

  • Happy Valley Tea Estate

  • Chowrasta Mall

🍲 Local Cuisine

  • Momos (dumplings)

  • Thukpa (noodle soup)

  • Sael Roti with Aloo Dum

  • Darjeeling Tea (of course!)

🏨 Accommodation

  • Luxury: Mayfair Darjeeling, The Elgin, Windamere

  • Mid-range: Dekeling Hotel, Sinclairs

  • Budget: Little Tibet, Revolver

🚖 Getting Around

  • Private taxis

  • Shared jeeps

  • Walking (many attractions are close)

🔖 Travel Tips

  • Always carry warm clothes (weather can change quickly)

  • Carry cash (ATMs are available but can run out)

  • Avoid monsoon (June to September) due to landslides

  • Book Toy Train rides in advance

If you want, I can also create:

  • A custom itinerary based on how many days you have

  • A budget plan

  • A list of hidden gems in Darjeeling

👉 Just tell me your travel dates, group size, interests, and budget. Shall we build your perfect Darjeeling trip? 🌸

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