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Three-Day Itinerary for Siliguri and Darjeeling

  1. Day 1: Explore Siliguri
    10 minutes (4.2 km) from Bagdogra Airport

    Morning: Start your day at the stunning Kali Mandir, a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. Then, head to the Coronation Bridge, a historical site built during the British Raj era.

    Afternoon: Enjoy the delicious local cuisine at some of the best restaurants in Siliguri such as Keventers, Gomolo, and Cloud 9. After lunch, take a stroll through Mahananda Weir Wildlife Sanctuary and enjoy the scenic beauty of the sanctuary.

    Evening: Visit the ISKCON temple, which is a spiritual sanctuary for those seeking a peaceful environment. Lastly, visit the City Center Mall and indulge in a shopping spree at the various outlets and stores present there.

  2. Day 2: Explore Darjeeling
    2 hours (59 km) from Siliguri

    Morning: Start your day by witnessing the beautiful sunrise at the Tiger Hill viewpoint. After that, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park to explore the wildlife of the Himalayas.

    Afternoon: Head to the Happy Valley Tea Estate, one of the most popular tea estates in Darjeeling, and indulge in a cup of freshly brewed tea. After that, take a ride on the famous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, also known as the "Toy Train."

    Evening: Visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda, where you can witness the stunning view of the sunset over the Himalayas. Lastly, explore the Mall Road and indulge in some local street food and shop for handicrafts.

  3. Day 3: Explore the Darjeeling District
    3 hours (86 km) from Darjeeling

    Morning: Start your day by visiting the beautiful Mirik Lake, which is surrounded by serene hills and offers a variety of activities such as boating and fishing.

    Afternoon: Head to the Singalila National Park, which is known for its diverse fauna and flora. If you're lucky, you might even spot the red panda or the snow leopard.

    Evening: Visit the Ghum Monastery, which is the oldest monastery in Darjeeling and displays beautiful Tibetan architecture. Lastly, visit the Batasia Loop, a beautiful railway loop that offers a stunning view of the Himalayan range.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, you can visit the Mahakal Temple, the Salugara Monastery, and the Jaldapara Wildlife Sanctuary. You can also take a day trip to Kalimpong, a peaceful town known for its beautiful gardens and monasteries.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Kali Mandir (1 hour, free)
  • Coronation Bridge (30 minutes, free)
  • Restaurants (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Mahananda Weir Wildlife Sanctuary (2 hours, INR 200)
  • ISKCON Temple (1 hour, free)
  • City Center Mall (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Tiger Hill (2 hours, INR 1200)
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (2 hours, INR 800)
  • Japanese Peace Pagoda (1 hour, free)
  • Mall Road (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Mirik Lake (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Singalila National Park (3 hours, INR 300)
  • Ghum Monastery (1 hour, free)
  • Batasia Loop (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 5,100
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