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🌄 Discovering Dārjiling: A Journey to the Himalayan Wonderland

Honey Kgp

15 Jan 2024

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Embark on a breathtaking adventure to Dārjiling, where ancient monasteries, stunning gardens, and aromatic tea estates await. Indulge in local delicacies and international flavors while soaking in the panoramic views of the Himalayas. Join me on this 5-day escapade to experience the magic of Dārjiling!

Trip to Dārjiling

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Monasteries, Gardens, and Culinary Delights

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$57

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$ 6

Hotel Lunar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

21 - 26 min

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Ghoom Monastery (Samten Choeling)

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

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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$5

15 - 18 min

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Rock Garden, Darjeeling

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

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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$8

17 - 21 min

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Ghale's Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

38 - 46 min

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Nanglo Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 2Looping through Art, Culture, and Pizza

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$57

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$ 3

Keventer

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

20 - 24 min

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Batasia Loop

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

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$5

21 - 26 min

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Peace Pagoda, Darjeeling

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

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$5

16 - 24 min

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Ava Art Gallery

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

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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$3

30 - 45 min

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Chiave d'cosmos

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$24

40 - 59 min

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Domino's Pizza

Domino's vision is focused on Exceptional people on a mission to be the best pizza delivery company in the world!.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 3Tea, Tranquility, and Hilltop Vistas

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$48

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$ 2

Nathmulls

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

6 - 8 min

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Happy Valley Tea Estate

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

25 - 38 min

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Observatory Hill View Point

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

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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$3

1 - 2 min

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Cafe House

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$16

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Cafe House

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 4Tea Tasting, Mountaineering, and Cozy Cafés

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$63

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$ 2

Golden Tips Tea Company Pvt. Ltd.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

15 - 18 min

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Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

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

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

12 - 18 min

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Pit Stop Cafe

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$12

11 - 16 min

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Hot Stimulating Café

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Ropeway Thrills, Sunrise Spectacles, and Pizza Pleasures

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$49

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$ 5

Cafe Coffee Day

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$4

11 - 14 min

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Darjeeling Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

63 - 76 min

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Tiger Hill Sunrise Observatory

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

56 - 68 min

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Pizza hut

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$4

13 - 20 min

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Domino's Pizza

Domino's vision is focused on Exceptional people on a mission to be the best pizza delivery company in the world!.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $289 In total

Activities & Food:$273

Transport:$17