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7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Darjeeling in July 2024

  1. Day 1: Mahakal Temple
    10 minutes (2.3 km) from Darjeeling Station

    Visit the Mahakal Temple in the morning to witness a beautiful sunrise. In the afternoon, explore the Japanese Peace Pagoda, and in the evening, enjoy a scenic ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

  2. Day 2: Tiger Hill
    45 minutes (14 km) from Mahakal Temple

    Start your day early with a trip to Tiger Hill to see the sunrise over the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and see the endangered snow leopard. In the evening, take a walk around the town and watch a movie at the Rink Mall.

  3. Day 3: Darjeeling Ropeway
    20 minutes (6.4 km) from Tiger Hill

    Take a ride on the Darjeeling Ropeway in the morning and enjoy the stunning panoramic views. In the afternoon, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and take a rock-climbing lesson. In the evening, explore the tea gardens and learn how to pluck tea.

  4. Day 4: Singalila National Park
    2 hours (62 km) from Darjeeling Ropeway

    Spend the day trekking through Singalila National Park and take in the breathtaking views of Kanchenjunga. In the evening, enjoy a hot cup of tea at a local tea stall and watch the sunset.

  5. Day 5: Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park
    2 hours (52 km) from Singalila National Park

    Visit the Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Batasia Loop and the War Memorial. In the evening, enjoy a cultural show at the Darjeeling Gymkhana Club.

  6. Day 6: Kurseong
    1 hour 30 minutes (38 km) from Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park

    Take a day trip to Kurseong and visit the Eagle's Crag. In the afternoon, explore the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Museum. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nepali meal at a local restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Mahakal Temple
    1 hour 45 minutes (47 km) from Kurseong

    End your trip by revisiting the Mahakal Temple and enjoy a cup of Darjeeling tea. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the Chowrasta Mall and do some souvenir shopping. In the evening, take a final ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the Happy Valley Tea Estate and the Lloyd Botanical Garden. For a side trip, consider visiting Kalimpong or Mirik. To maximize your fun, try paragliding at Kalimpong or river rafting in Teesta River. Finally, be sure to dress appropriately for the weather and bring comfortable shoes for trekking.

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