Start your day early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas from Tiger Hill, offering panoramic views of Mt. Everest and Mt. Kangchenjunga.
Tiger Hill is about 11km (30 minutes drive) from Darjeeling town center. It is advisable to hire a taxi the night before to reach in time for the sunrise.
Visit the famous Batasia Loop, a spiral railway created to lower the gradient of ascent of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Enjoy the view of the toy train making its way through the loop.
Batasia Loop is around 5km (15 minutes drive) from Tiger Hill. You can easily find a taxi or hire one for the day.
Conclude your day with a visit to the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, known for its conservation efforts and housing rare Himalayan species like the snow leopard and red panda.
The zoo is located around 2km (10 minutes drive) from Rock Garden. Taxis or local transportation can be used to reach the zoo.