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7-Day Darjeeling Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Tiger Hill
    20 minutes (6.5km) from Darjeeling

    Watch the sunrise and enjoy the panoramic view of the Himalayas. Afternoon visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Evening at the Chowrasta Mall for shopping and street food.

  2. Day 2: Happy Valley Tea Estate and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
    15 minutes (3.5km) from Darjeeling

    Learn about the history of tea at Happy Valley Tea Estate, followed by a tea-tasting session. Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute in the afternoon for an insight into mountaineering. Evening at the nearby Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center.

  3. Day 3: Darjeeling Ropeway and Peace Pagoda
    10 minutes (3.5km) from Darjeeling

    Take a ride on the Darjeeling Ropeway for a bird's eye view of the valley. Visit the Peace Pagoda to experience the tranquil ambiance and panoramic view of the mountains. Evening at the nearby Japanese Temple.

  4. Day 4: Mirik Lake and Pashupati Nagar
    1 hour 30 minutes (49.4km) from Darjeeling

    Take a day trip to Mirik Lake and enjoy the scenic beauty. Visit Pashupati Nagar for some shopping and local food. Evening return to Darjeeling.

  5. Day 5: Singalila National Park
    1 hour 30 minutes (38.4km) from Darjeeling

    Take a trek to Singalila National Park and witness the beauty of the Eastern Himalayas. Spot rare birds and wildlife in their natural habitat. Evening return to Darjeeling.

  6. Day 6: Mahakal Temple and Observatory Hill
    10 minutes (3.5km) from Darjeeling

    Visit the Mahakal Temple and seek blessings from Lord Shiva. Take a stroll to the nearby Observatory Hill to witness the panoramic view of Kanchenjunga. Evening at the nearby Mall Road.

  7. Day 7: Kalimpong and Deollo Hill
    2 hours (49.4km) from Darjeeling

    Take a day trip to Kalimpong and visit the Deollo Hill viewpoint. Explore the local markets and food. Evening return to Darjeeling.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Mahakal Cave Temple, Tinchuley Village and Lamahatta. Take a day trip to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. To maximize your fun, try local food, interact with locals, and explore the city at your own pace.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tiger Hill (4 hours, ₹250)
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (2 hours, ₹150) and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (2 hours, ₹200)
  • Darjeeling Ropeway (1 hour, ₹250) and Peace Pagoda (1 hour, free)
  • Mirik Lake (6 hours, ₹500) and Pashupati Nagar (2 hours, free)
  • Singalila National Park (8 hours, ₹500)
  • Mahakal Temple (1 hour, free) and Observatory Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Kalimpong (8 hours, ₹500) and Deollo Hill (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹2,050
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