4-Day Family Friendly Darjeeling Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Peaceful Monasteries
    5-minute drive (1.6 km) from Darjeeling Mall

    Begin your journey with a visit to the Ghoom Monastery, where you can witness Buddhist rituals and admire the stunning architecture. Next, head over to the Yiga Choeling Monastery, the oldest Tibetan Monastery in Darjeeling. Lastly, visit the Bhutia Busty Monastery which offers picturesque views of the city.

  2. Day 2: Tea Estates and Museums
    15-minute drive (4.5 km) from Bhutia Busty Monastery

    Explore Darjeeling's tea estates by visiting the Tiger Hill Tea Garden which offers a breath-taking view of snow-capped mountains and is known for their black tea. Afterward, visit the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Museum DHR Museum which elaborates on the history of railways and displays antique locomotives and carriages.

  3. Day 3: Nature's Beauty
    40-minute drive (16.7 km) from Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Museum

    This day is dedicated to exploring nature's beauty, starting with the Sandakphu Trek which offers a 360-degree panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga. Next, visit the Mahakal Temple which is known for its scenic location and breathtaking views of the valley.

  4. Day 4: Adventurous Activities and Local Markets
    10-minute drive (2.5 km) from Mahakal Temple

    Spend the first half of the day trekking to Tiger Hill to watch the sunrise and explore the surrounding area. In the second half, visit the Chowk Bazaar Market located in the heart of Darjeeling where you can purchase souvenirs and taste local food.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Ghoom Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Yiga Choeling Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Bhutia Busty Monastery (2 hours, free)
  • Tiger Hill Tea Garden (2 hours, INR 300 for tea tasting per person)
  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Museum (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
  • Sandakphu Trek (10 hours, INR 2500 per person for guide)
  • Mahakal Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Tiger Hill Sunrise (2 hours, INR 1200 for a vehicle)
  • Chowk Bazaar Market (2 hours, cost varies)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 4020 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda. If you have less time, you can skip the Sandakphu Trek and reduce the trip by a day. Don't forget to try the famous momos and thukpa in Darjeeling.

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