Budget-Friendly Nature Day Trip in Darjeeling

Day 1: Nature Exploration

Darjeeling, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Darjeeling Railway Station

Start your day with a budget-friendly breakfast at the charming Darjeeling Railway Station, known for its colonial architecture and bustling atmosphere.
Arrive at Darjeeling Railway Station. Enjoy a local breakfast option.
INR 100, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Peace Pagoda

Head to the Peace Pagoda, a serene Buddhist stupa offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.
Walk or take a short taxi ride from the railway station to Peace Pagoda (around 15 minutes).
Free entry, 1-2 hours

11:00AM

Explore Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Discover the history of mountaineering in the Himalayas at the institute, which also houses a fascinating mountaineering museum.
Walk from Peace Pagoda to Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (about 20 minutes).
INR 50, 1-2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Batasia Loop

Enjoy a picnic lunch at Batasia Loop, a famous railway loop offering breathtaking views of the snow-capped Himalayas.
Take a taxi or walk from the institute to Batasia Loop (approximately 30 minutes).
INR 200, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit a Tea Garden

Spend the afternoon exploring a local tea garden, learning about the tea-making process, and enjoying a refreshing cup of Darjeeling tea.
Travel from Batasia Loop to the tea garden by taxi or on foot (around 20 minutes).
INR 100, 1-2 hours

4:30PM

Return to Darjeeling Railway Station

End your day by returning to Darjeeling Railway Station, reflecting on the natural beauty and tranquility experienced throughout your budget-friendly nature tour.
Head back to the railway station by taxi or walking (about 15 minutes).
INR 50, 30 minutes
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