Darjeeling Honeymoon Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Tiger Hill Sunrise and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Darjeeling Town Center

    Start your honeymoon with a breathtaking view of Mount Kanchenjunga at Tiger Hill Sunrise Point. After that, head to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, a museum dedicated to mountaineering and the Himalayan range. Here you can see exhibits on the history of mountaineering and famous mountaineers such as Tenzing Norgay.

  2. Day 2: Ghum Monastery and Happy Valley Tea Estate
    25 minutes (6 miles) from Darjeeling Town Center

    Begin your day with a visit to the Ghum Monastery, one of the oldest and largest monasteries in the region. Here you can see stunning Buddhist architecture and artifacts. Afterwards, head to the Happy Valley Tea Estate, where you can take a tour of the tea factory and stroll through the tea fields. Don't forget to taste their delicious tea!

  3. Day 3: Darjeeling Ropeway and Observatory Hill
    15 minutes (3 miles) from Darjeeling Town Center

    Enjoy an aerial view of Darjeeling as you ride the Darjeeling Ropeway, which takes you on a 45-minute ride over the stunning valley. After that, head to Observatory Hill, one of the highest points in the town. Here you can see the Mahakal Temple and Kali Temple, as well as enjoy panoramic views of Darjeeling and the surrounding mountains.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Tiger Hill Sunrise (2 hours, Free)
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (1-2 hour, Rs. 50 per person)
  • Ghum Monastery (1 hour, Free)
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (1-2 hours, Rs. 100-150 per person)
  • Darjeeling Ropeway (45 minutes, Rs. 200-300 per person)
  • Observatory Hill (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 600-750 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other points of interests such as the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, or the Batasia Loop. For a more romantic experience, enjoy a candlelight dinner at one of the local restaurants offering traditional Nepali and Indian cuisine or a cosy stay in a heritage property.

On the other hand, if you have less time, consider skipping the Happy Valley Tea Estate and adding a visit to War Memorial or the nearby city of Kalimpong, which features a bustling bazaar and lively warren of streets.

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