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🌄 Journey to the Land of Tea and Tranquility 🍵

Sani Ahmed

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a 6-day adventure to Dārjiling, where breathtaking views, serene monasteries, and aromatic tea await. Discover the Peace Pagoda, marvel at the Batasia Loop, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting hill station. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Dārjiling

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Pagodas, Monasteries, and Sweet Delights

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$57

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$ 7

Peace Pagoda, Darjeeling

Serene Buddhist temple with a domed roof, gilded statues, ornate carvings & valley views.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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$8

32 - 48 min

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Dali Monastery

Ornate, colorful Buddhist monastery with art & sculpture, including a giant Buddha figure.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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$8

5 - 6 min

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Batasia Loop

Scenic point known for its unique uphill train track, plus gardens & a monument to Indian soldiers.

10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

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$8

18 - 22 min

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Shree Krishna

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

9 - 14 min

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

15 - 18 min

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Tea Garden View

No time set

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$4

Day 2Monastic Wonders and Nature's Artistry

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$49

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$ 5

Ghoom Monastery (Samten Choeling)

Mountainside Buddhist monastery from the 1850s featuring a statue of Maitreya Buddha.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$8

15 - 18 min

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Rock Garden, Darjeeling

Photography is popular at this scenic, hilly hangout next to waterfalls with flowers & rocks.

9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

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$11

21 - 26 min

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

9 - 14 min

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Shree Krishna

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Day 3Art Galleries, Temples, and Culinary Delights

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$56

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$ 7

Ava Art Gallery

Established in 1965, this colorful museum features oil, water & thread paintings by Ava Devi.

8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

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$4

13 - 16 min

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Mahakal Temple

Hindu temple on Observatory Hill featuring a sacred cave & a variety of colorful flags.

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

137 - 165 min

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Anjela Hamvor

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

154 - 185 min

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 4Conquer the Himalayan Heights

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$71

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$ 3

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

Established, educational venue with a museum & indoor climbing wall, plus classes & expeditions.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$23

21 - 26 min

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Tea Gardens and Panoramic Vistas

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$60

Happy Valley Tea Estate

Historical tea plantation offering tours showing the harvesting & processing of tea leaves.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$8

25 - 38 min

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Observatory Hill View Point

Hilltop overlook with sweeping views of valleys & snowy peaks, including Mount Kanchenjunga.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

12 - 17 min

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

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Glenarys

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 6Aerial Ropeways and Majestic Sunrises

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$50

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$ 5

Darjeeling Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway

Opened in 1968, the country's first cablecar system offers panoramic views of historic tea gardens.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$23

63 - 76 min

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Tiger Hill Sunrise Observatory

Popular hilltop attraction offering sweeping sunrise views against the Himalayan Mountains.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

51 - 62 min

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Shree Krishna

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

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Shree Krishna

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Budget breakdown: $365 In total

Activities & Food:$340

Transport:$25