Thrilling Kolkata to Darjeeling Road Trip

Day 1: Kolkata Exploration

Kolkata, India

8:00AM

Start Your Road Trip

Begin your thrilling road trip from Kolkata to Darjeeling. Enjoy the picturesque views along the way.
Rent a car and start driving towards Darjeeling. The journey takes around 12 hours.
Car rental cost varies, Full day

1:00PM

Lunch at Highway Dhaba

Stop at a local highway dhaba to savor some authentic Indian cuisine and take a break from driving.
Look for highway dhabas along the route. It should take around 1 hour.
INR 500, 1 hour

4:00PM

Tea Plantation Visit

Make a quick stop at a tea plantation on the way to experience the beauty and aroma of fresh tea leaves.
Look for tea plantations along the route. It should take around 1 hour.
INR 200, 1 hour

7:00PM

Arrive in Darjeeling

Reach Darjeeling and check into a budget-friendly guesthouse to rest and prepare for the next day's adventure.
Arrive at your accommodation in Darjeeling. The total journey time is around 12 hours.
Accommodation cost varies, Full day
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Day 2: Darjeeling Delights

Darjeeling, India

6:00AM

Sunrise at Tiger Hill

Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Himalayas from Tiger Hill.
Drive to Tiger Hill for the sunrise. It takes around 1 hour from Darjeeling.
INR 100, 2 hours

9:00AM

Breakfast at Keventer's

Head to Keventer's for a delicious breakfast with a view of the mountains.
Travel to Keventer's for breakfast. It's located in the heart of Darjeeling and takes around 30 minutes.
INR 300, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Mall Road

Take a leisurely stroll along Mall Road, shop for souvenirs, and soak in the local culture.
Mall Road is a short walk from Keventer's. It should take around 2 hours to explore.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Glenary's

Indulge in a sumptuous lunch at Glenary's, a popular bakery and restaurant in Darjeeling.
Head to Glenary's for lunch. It's located near Mall Road and takes around 30 minutes.
INR 500, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Discover the rich mountaineering history at the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Everest Museum.
The institute is a short walk from Glenary's. Allocate around 1-2 hours for the visit.
INR 200, 1-2 hours

6:00PM

Return to Kolkata

Start your journey back to Kolkata, reminiscing about the wonderful time spent in Darjeeling.
Begin your drive back to Kolkata. The return journey takes around 12 hours.
Car rental cost varies, Full day
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