Darjeeling is famous mainly for its tea plantations. Another highlight is its Himalayan railway, which still has a working steam engine train making it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Darjeeling is a hill station (a hill town) in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is the headquarters of Darjeeling district, situated in the Shiwalik Hills (or Lower Himalaya) at an average elevation of 2,134 m above sea level.
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Your Darjeeling tour starts today. First, meet our IHPL representative, who will be there to assist you while you take a transfer to Darjeeling from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (70.3 km) / Bagdogra Airport (65.3 km) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (61.9 km).
On your arrival in Darjeeling, you will have an assisted transfer to the hotel. Complete the check-in formalities at the hotel and unwind. In the evening, go out for a stroll around the Mall or local shopping center of Darjeeling. Have a comfortable overnight stay at Darjeeling.
This morning, wake up early and then leave for Tiger Hill to witness the breathtaking sunrise. While going back to Darjeeling, visit major tourist attractions like Ghoom Monastery, War memorial, and Batasia Loop.
Return to the hotel and enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Then leave for your next round of sightseeing. Visit one of the most popular attractions of Darjeeling, Peace Pagoda. Also, visit other attractions of Darjeeling such as Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tensing and Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center, and Natural History Museum.
Later, return to the hotel and take some rest. Go for a walk around the local market area in the evening. Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Start the day fresh after spending a wonderful night in Darjeeling. Wake up early, have breakfast and then get ready for a thrilling sightseeing excursion to Takdah, Lamahatta and Tinchuley which are some of the fascinating offbeat settlements near Darjeeling.
Visit Takdah which is around 30 kilometers away from Darjeeling. Situated at an elevation of 4000 feet above the sea level, Takdah is known for its soothing weather, stunning view of the mountain peaks, the vast stretch of tea gardens, blooming orchids, etc. Visit Lamahatta after exploring the beauty of Takdah. Lamahatta is another vibrant offbeat village around 23 km away from Darjeeling. Surrounded by the luxuriant alpine forest and the daunting hills all around, Lamahatta is a serene Himalayan hamlet which has all the qualities to be called as a perfect offbeat destination.
Situated at an elevation of 5700 feet above the sea level, Lamahatta Park and ancient Buddhist Monastery just 20 minutes driving distance away are the major attractions here. Last, you will be driven towards Tinchuley which is another pristine settlement just 32 km distance away from Darjeeling. Here visit Tinchuley Monastery which is considered to be the most sacred religious site in the village and is visited by countless Buddhist devotees and travellers every year. Go to Tinchuley Viewpoint to enjoy an exotic view of the sunrise which is truly a treat to the eyes.
After this sightseeing attraction, you will be driven back to the hotel again in Darjeeling which will take more than 1 hour to reach after covering approx. 20 km of road distance. Freshen up in the hotel room. Evening at leisure and after dinner, spend the night in Darjeeling.
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