Enchanting Darjeeling: A 3-Day Adventure

Day 1: Tea Capital Exploration

Darjeeling, India

8:00AM

Visit Happy Valley Tea Estate

Start your day with a guided tour of the Happy Valley Tea Estate, learning about the history and process of tea making.
Happy Valley Tea Estate is a 10-minute drive from the city center.
INR 200, 2 hours

11:00AM

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Toy Train Ride

Hop on the iconic Toy Train for a picturesque journey through the mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Walk to Darjeeling Railway Station, where the Toy Train departs.
INR 400, 2 hours

2:00PM

Explore Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

Discover rare Himalayan wildlife species including the endangered snow leopard and red panda.
A short taxi ride from Darjeeling Railway Station.
INR 100, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Sunset at Tiger Hill

End your day with a mesmerizing view of the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga mountain range.
Tiger Hill is a 45-minute drive from the city center.
INR 50, 2 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Immersion

Darjeeling, India

9:00AM

Visit Japanese Peace Pagoda

Experience tranquility at the Peace Pagoda and enjoy panoramic views of Darjeeling.
A 20-minute walk from the city center.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Batasia Loop & War Memorial

Pay tribute to the brave soldiers at the War Memorial and witness the Batasia Loop engineering marvel.
A short taxi ride from Japanese Peace Pagoda.
INR 20, 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Glenary's

Indulge in a delightful meal at Glenary's, a historic bakery with a stunning view of the mountains.
Glenary's is a 10-minute walk from Batasia Loop.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Shop at Chowk Bazaar

Explore the bustling local market for souvenirs, tea, and handicrafts.
Chowk Bazaar is a short walk from Glenary's.
Variable, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Nature's Bliss

Darjeeling, India

7:00AM

Hike to Observatory Hill

Catch a breathtaking view of the sunrise over the mountains from Observatory Hill.
A 30-minute uphill walk from the city center.
Free, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Lloyd's Botanical Garden

Stroll through the lush gardens and admire the diverse flora of the region.
A short taxi ride from Observatory Hill.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Keventer's

Enjoy a classic meal at Keventer's while soaking in the old-world charm of Darjeeling.
Keventer's is a 15-minute walk from Lloyd's Botanical Garden.
INR 300, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Rock Garden & Ganga Maya Park

Explore the beautifully landscaped Rock Garden and serene Ganga Maya Park for a peaceful afternoon.
A short drive from Keventer's.
INR 50, 2 hours
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