Enchanting Darjeeling: A 5-Day Adventure

Day 1: Exploring Darjeeling

Darjeeling, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Keventers

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Keventers, known for its delicious English breakfast and breathtaking views of the mountains.
Located in the heart of Darjeeling town, easily accessible by walking or a short taxi ride from most hotels.
£10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute to learn about the history of mountaineering in the region and see exhibits on famous mountaineers.
Located near Chowrasta Mall, a 10-minute walk from Keventers.
£5, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Glenary's

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Glenary's, a popular bakery and restaurant known for its pastries and continental cuisine.
Located near Nehru Road, a short walk from the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute.
£15, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

Explore the zoo to see rare Himalayan wildlife like red pandas and snow leopards. Don't miss the Snow Leopard breeding centre.
Located next to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, a 5-minute walk from Glenary's.
£7, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Kunga Restaurant

End your day with a delightful dinner at Kunga Restaurant, known for its Tibetan and Chinese cuisine.
Located near Chowrasta Mall, a short walk from the zoo.
£12, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Sunrise at Tiger Hill

Darjeeling, India

4:00AM

Depart for Tiger Hill

Start early to catch the breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas from Tiger Hill, a popular viewpoint in Darjeeling.
Tiger Hill is about 11 km from Darjeeling town and can be reached by taxi or pre-arranged tour.
£20, 1 hour

6:30AM

Breakfast at Keventers

Head back to Darjeeling town for a delicious breakfast at Keventers to energize for the day ahead.
Return journey from Tiger Hill to Darjeeling town by taxi.
£10, 1 hour

9:00AM

Himalayan Tibet Museum

Visit the Himalayan Tibet Museum to learn about the rich Tibetan culture and history in the region.
Located near the Darjeeling Mall, a short walk from Keventers.
£3, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Sonam's Kitchen

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at Sonam's Kitchen, a cosy eatery popular for its momos and baked goods.
Located near the Himalayan Tibet Museum, a 5-minute walk from the museum.
£8, 1 hour

3:00PM

Shop at Chowk Bazaar

Explore the local market at Chowk Bazaar to buy souvenirs like tea, handicrafts, and traditional clothing.
A short walk from Sonam's Kitchen, near the Darjeeling Mall.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Glenary's

Enjoy dinner at Glenary's to savour more of their delectable dishes in a charming setting.
Located near Nehru Road, a short walk from Chowk Bazaar.
£15, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Ghum Monastery & Batasia Loop

Darjeeling, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Keventers

Start your day with a delightful breakfast at Keventers before heading to Ghum Monastery.
Keventers is in the heart of Darjeeling town, a short taxi ride to Ghum Monastery.
£10, 1 hour

11:00AM

Ghum Monastery

Visit Ghum Monastery, one of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in Darjeeling, known for its beautiful architecture and serene ambience.
Located in Ghum, a 30-minute drive from Darjeeling town.
£5, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Kunga Restaurant

Enjoy a Tibetan and Chinese lunch at Kunga Restaurant before heading to Batasia Loop.
Kunga Restaurant is a short drive from Ghum Monastery, on the way to Batasia Loop.
£12, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Batasia Loop

Visit the famous Batasia Loop, a spiral railway created to lower the gradient of ascent of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Enjoy the panoramic views.
Batasia Loop is a short drive from Kunga Restaurant.
£3, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Glenary's

End your day with a delightful dinner at Glenary's, known for its delicious fare and charming atmosphere.
Glenary's is a short drive from Batasia Loop.
£15, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Happy Valley Tea Estate

Darjeeling, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Sonam's Kitchen

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at Sonam's Kitchen before heading to the Happy Valley Tea Estate.
Sonam's Kitchen is in the heart of Darjeeling town, a short taxi ride to the tea estate.
£8, 1 hour

11:00AM

Happy Valley Tea Estate Tour

Take a guided tour of the Happy Valley Tea Estate to learn about tea cultivation and processing. Enjoy a tea tasting session.
The tea estate is a 20-minute drive from Darjeeling town.
£10, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Glenary's

Head back to Darjeeling town for a scrumptious lunch at Glenary's to relish their diverse menu.
Glenary's is a short drive from the tea estate.
£15, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Free Time at Chowrasta Mall

Spend some leisure time exploring Chowrasta Mall for shopping and enjoying local snacks and beverages.
A short walk or drive from Glenary's.
Variable, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Kunga Restaurant

End your day with a delicious dinner at Kunga Restaurant, known for its lip-smacking Tibetan and Chinese dishes.
Kunga Restaurant is near Chowrasta Mall.
£12, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Peace Pagoda Visit

Darjeeling, India

9:00AM

Breakfast at Glenary's

Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at Glenary's before visiting the Peace Pagoda.
Glenary's is in Darjeeling town, a short drive to the Peace Pagoda.
£15, 1 hour

11:00AM

Peace Pagoda

Explore the Peace Pagoda, a beautiful Buddhist stupa offering panoramic views of Darjeeling and the surrounding mountains.
The Peace Pagoda is a short drive from Glenary's.
Free, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Kunga Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at Kunga Restaurant before exploring more of Darjeeling.
Kunga Restaurant is near the Peace Pagoda.
£12, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Visit Observatory Hill

Head to Observatory Hill to witness stunning views of the Himalayas and the town of Darjeeling below.
Observatory Hill is a short drive from Kunga Restaurant.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Glenary's

Conclude your trip with a scrumptious dinner at Glenary's, reminiscing about the beautiful memories made in Darjeeling.
Glenary's is a short drive from Observatory Hill.
£15, 1.5 hours
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