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3-Day Darjeeling Foodie Itinerary in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Keventer's
    6 minutes (0.3 miles) from Darjeeling Mall

    Start your morning with a filling breakfast at Keventer's, a heritage tea room serving delicious sandwiches, bacon and eggs, and freshly brewed tea or coffee. After breakfast, take a stroll to the nearby Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park to see the amazing collection of animals and birds. In the afternoon, head to the Happy Valley Tea Estate, a scenic tea garden overlooking the Darjeeling town. Take a guided tour of the tea factory and enjoy a tea tasting session. In the evening, head to the Glenary's Bakery for a quick snack and some delectable pastries before returning to the hotel for a good night's sleep.

  2. Day 2: Nathmull's Tea
    23 minutes (6.6 miles) from Darjeeling Mall

    Indulge in a morning tea session at Nathmull's Tea, a renowned tea boutique serving premium Darjeeling tea blends. After the tea session, head to the Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda, a serene and tranquil place with beautiful architecture and panoramic views of the city. For lunch, go to the Kunga Restaurant for some delicious Tibetan cuisine like momos and thukpa. In the evening, take a leisurely walk around Darjeeling Mall and enjoy the stunning views of the Kanchenjunga mountain range before heading to the famous Glenary's Restaurant for a sumptuous dinner.

  3. Day 3: Gatty's Cafe
    14 minutes (1.4 miles) from Darjeeling Mall

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Gatty's Cafe, a cozy cafe serving mouth-watering pancakes, waffles, and hot chocolate. After breakfast, take a toy train ride to Ghoom Monastery, a beautiful monastery with impressive architecture and stunning views of the valley. For lunch, head to the Hasty Tasty restaurant for some lip-smacking Indian cuisine. In the evening, take a walk through the famous Darjeeling Chowrasta and visit the Observatory Hill to enjoy the mesmerizing sunset views. End your day with a lavish dinner at the legendary Keventer's restaurant, relishing the delicious food and drinks.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Tiger Hill to view the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga range, or take a trip to the nearby Kalimpong town to explore the local markets and monasteries. For adventure enthusiasts, there are options for trekking and mountain biking in the scenic hills. To maximize your fun, you can also try a Yak ride or Hot air balloon ride, and don't forget to explore the local food and souvenir markets for some great deals.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Keventer's (Breakfast) - 1 hour, INR 500
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park - 2 hours, INR 200
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (Tour & Tasting) - 2 hours, INR 500
  • Glenary's Bakery (Snacks) - 30 minutes, INR 200
  • Nathmull's Tea (Tea session) - 1 hour, INR 1000
  • Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda - 1.5 hours, Free
  • Kunga Restaurant (Lunch) - 1 hour, INR 400
  • Glenary's Restaurant (Dinner) - 1.5 hours, INR 800
  • Gatty's Cafe (Breakfast) - 1 hour, INR 600
  • Ghoom Monastery (Toy Train Ride & Visit) - 2 hours, INR 300
  • Hasty Tasty restaurant (Lunch) - 1 hour, INR 500
  • Darjeeling Chowrasta (Walk) - 1 hour, Free
  • Observatory Hill (Sunset views) - 1 hour, Free
  • Keventer's restaurant (Dinner) - 1.5 hours, INR 1000
  • Total Estimated Costs - INR 6700

Check out https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo to find the best hotel and flight deals and enjoy your amazing trip to Darjeeling in December 2023.

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