Explore Darjeeling, Kurseong, Kalimpong, and Mirik in 7 days

  1. Day 1: Mirik
    34.7 km (1 hour 19 mins) from Darjeeling

    Enjoy an early morning visit to Mirik Lake, stroll on the peaceful walking tracks around the lake, and experience boating. Visit the Bokar Monastery and enjoy the scenic beauty of the valley at Mirik viewpoint.

  2. Day 2: Darjeeling
    48.8 km (2 hours 8 mins) from Mirik

    Start the day with a scenic Toy train ride to Ghum, followed by a visit to the Batasia loop. Taste your favourite variety of tea from the Happy valley tea estate. Visit the Mahakal temple and trek to Tiger Hill for a gorgeous sunrise view over the Himalayas.

  3. Day 3: Kurseong
    20.1 km (48 mins) from Darjeeling

    Come early to Teesta Bazaar for a hike in the woods to Eagle's Crag viewpoint for a breathtaking view. Experience the traditions and history of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway at Kurseong Railway Museum. Savour a local lunch at Cochrane Place's restaurant or at Makaibari Tea Estate.

  4. Day 4: Kalimpong
    41.7 km (1 hour 37 mins) from Kurseong

    Take a scenic drive to Kalimpong, visit the Deollo Hills viewpoint and drive up to enjoy the Zang Dhok Palri Monastery and Tharpa Choling Monastery. Enjoy the beautiful blooms at the Dr. Graham's Homes gardens and shop for traditional handicrafts at the 7th Mile fair.

  5. Day 5: Darjeeling
    49.4 km (2 hours 5 mins) from Kalimpong

    Take a Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park tour. Visit the Darjeeling Peace Pagoda, and Japanese Temple to experience Cultural Significance. Sip freshly brewed coffee at Glenary's Bakery. Shop at the Mall Road Market to buy the souvenirs.

  6. Day 6: Darjeeling
    Bed day, relax and enjoy the atmosphere

    Walk along the picturesque chowrasta mall. Visit the charming Lloyd Botanical Garden. Treat your tastebuds with local sweets like Lavender Barfi at Keventer's Café or Glenary's Bakery.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    From Darjeeling To the Airport/Railway Station.

    Today is the time to bid adieu to the hills. Time to check out and leave for home with lots of memories of the hills.

Time and Cost Estimates:

  • Mirik Lake (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Mahakal temple (1 hour, free)
  • Eagle's Crag viewpoint (2 hours, free)
  • Kurseong Railway Museum (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Makaibari Tea Estate (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Zang Dhok Palri Monastery (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Tharpa Choling Monastery (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Dr. Graham's Homes gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (4 hours, INR 400)
  • Darjeeling Peace Pagoda (1 hour, free)
  • Japanese Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Glenary's Bakery (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Mall Road Market (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Lloyd Botanical Garden (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2750 (~38 USD)

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider a Ropeway ride in Kalimpong or a Trek via Singalila National Park in Darjeeling. If you have less time, cut out Kurseong. Make sure to check the weather forecast before you go and always carry your raincoat or umbrella, and wear comfortable shoes as you'll be doing a lot of walking.

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