Exploring Siliguri, Darjeeling, and Mirik - A 7-Day Itinerary in December 2023

1. Day 1: Arrival in Siliguri
   Bagdogra Airport (15 minutes, 7.5 miles from Siliguri)

   Start your journey in Siliguri by checking into your hotel and taking a leisurely stroll at the Kali Mandir. In the afternoon, head to the City Centre Mall for some shopping and then visit the Hong Kong Market for souvenirs. In the evening, relax at the Mahananda River.

2. Day 2: Siliguri to Darjeeling
   2.5 hours (41 miles) from Siliguri

   Start your day with a visit to the Kurseong Tourist Lodge and then drive to Darjeeling. After checking into your hotel, head to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. In the afternoon, visit the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and then head to the Darjeeling Ropeway for stunning views. In the evening, relax at the Nightingale Park.

3. Day 3: Darjeeling sightseeing
   Within Darjeeling

   Start your day with a visit to the Tiger Hill Sunrise Observatory for breathtaking views. Next, visit the Ghoom Monastery and then head to the Batasia Loop. In the afternoon, explore the Japanese Peace Pagoda and then visit the Happy Valley Tea Estate for a tea tasting session. In the evening, take a walk at the Mall Road.

4. Day 4: Darjeeling to Mirik
   1.5 hours (31 miles) from Darjeeling

   In the morning, drive to Mirik and check into your hotel. Spend the day exploring the Mirik Lake and Pashupati Market for some shopping. In the evening, take a walk at the Bokar Monastery and then relax at Deosi Dara.

5. Day 5: Mirik sightseeing
   Within Mirik

   Visit the Tingling View Point for stunning views of the Himalayas. Next, explore the Tea Gardens and then head to the Orange Orchards. In the afternoon, visit the Mirik Church and then relax at the Rameetay Dara. In the evening, take a walk at the Mirik Bazaar.

6. Day 6: Mirik to Siliguri
   3.5 hours (48 miles) from Mirik

   On your way back to Siliguri, stop at the Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary for a jungle safari. In the afternoon, visit the ISKCON Siliguri temple and then take a walk at the Salugara Monastery. In the evening, relax at the Surya Sen Park.

7. Day 7: Departure from Siliguri
   Bagdogra Airport (15 minutes, 7.5 miles from Siliguri)

   Before departing, visit the Kali Mandir for blessings. You may have time to visit the Coronation Bridge before heading to the airport for your flight back home.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Mahakal Temple in Darjeeling or taking a day trip to Kalimpong. To maximize your fun, try to experience the toy train ride or paragliding in Mirik.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Kali Mandir (1 hour, free)
• City Centre Mall (2 hours, varies)
• Hong Kong Market (1 hour, varies)
• Mahananda River (2 hours, free)
• Kurseong Tourist Lodge (2 hours, varies)
• Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (1 hour, INR 50)
• Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (3 hours, INR 200)
• Darjeeling Ropeway (2 hours, INR 200)
• Nightingale Park (1 hour, free)
• Tiger Hill Sunrise Observatory (3 hours, INR 1200)
• Ghoom Monastery (1 hour, free)
• Batasia Loop (1 hour, INR 15)
• Japanese Peace Pagoda (2 hours, free)
• Happy Valley Tea Estate (2 hours, INR 100)
• Mall Road (1 hour, free)
• Mirik Lake (2 hours, free)
• Pashupati Market (1 hour, varies)
• Bokar Monastery (1 hour, free)
• Deosi Dara (1 hour, free)
• Tingling View Point (2 hours, free)
• Tea Gardens (1 hour, free)
• Orange Orchards (1 hour, free)
• Mirik Church (1 hour, free)
• Rameetay Dara (1 hour, free)
• Mirik Bazaar (1 hour, varies)
• Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary (4 hours, INR 1000)
• ISKCON Siliguri temple (1 hour, free)
• Salugara Monastery (1 hour, free)
• Surya Sen Park (2 hours, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 3085

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