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Bachelor Party Itinerary for Darjeeling, Gangtok, Jalpaiguri from Bolpur Santiniketan in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Darjeeling
    3 hours 50 minutes (129 km) from Bolpur Santiniketan

    Start your morning with a visit to the Happy Valley Tea Estate, where you can have a tour of the tea-making process and enjoy a cup of fresh tea. Then, head to the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park to see rare animals like the snow leopard and red panda. In the evening, take a stroll down The Mall and indulge in some local street food.

  2. Day 2: Gangtok
    4 hours 40 minutes (97 km) from Darjeeling

    Begin your day with a visit to the Enchey Monastery, a serene and peaceful place to meditate and take in the views. After that, visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology to learn about the culture and history of Tibet. In the evening, take a cable car ride to the Hanuman Tok viewpoint to watch the sunset over the city.

  3. Day 3: Jalpaiguri
    4 hours 20 minutes (175 km) from Gangtok

    Start your day with a visit to the Jalpaiguri Rajbari Palace, a grand old palace that is now a museum of art and history. Then, head to the Gorumara National Park for a Jeep Safari to see elephants, rhinos, and other wildlife. In the evening, relax at Murti River and enjoy the sunset.

  4. Day 4: Darjeeling
    2 hours 30 minutes (73 km) from Jalpaiguri

    Start your day with a visit to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute to learn about the history of mountaineering in the Himalayas and see some of the gear used on the first Everest summit. Then, head to the Tenzing Rock and Ganga Maya Park for some adventurous activities like rock climbing and ziplining. In the evening, enjoy a cultural show at the Darjeeling Gymkhana Club.

  5. Day 5: Darjeeling
    1 hour 30 minutes (32.6 km) from Darjeeling

    Start your day with a visit to the Tiger Hill viewpoint to watch the sunrise over the Himalayas. Then, head to the Japanese Peace Pagoda to see the beautiful architecture and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a bonfire and music party at the Glenary's rooftop.

Recommendations

You may also consider visiting the Batasia Loop and Dali Monastery in Darjeeling, the Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir in Gangtok, or the Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary in Jalpaiguri. For day trips, you can plan a visit to the Nathu La Pass or Yumthang Valley in Sikkim. To maximize your fun, try to have a mix of adventure and relaxation activities, and don't forget to try the local cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (2 hours, £5)
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (2 hours, £4)
  • The Mall (2 hours, £10)
  • Enchey Monastery (1 hour, £2)
  • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (2 hours, £3)
  • Hanuman Tok viewpoint (1 hour, £2)
  • Jalpaiguri Rajbari Palace (2 hours, £3)
  • Gorumara National Park Jeep Safari (3 hours, £15)
  • Murti River (2 hours, free)
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (2 hours, £5)
  • Tenzing Rock and Ganga Maya Park (2 hours, £10)
  • Darjeeling Gymkhana Club (2 hours, £5)
  • Tiger Hill viewpoint (1 hour, £1)
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda (1 hour, free)
  • Glenary's rooftop party (3 hours, £20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £87
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