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Darjeeling Delights

Siddhanta Padhan

13 Jan 2024

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Embark on a breathtaking journey through the enchanting hills of Darjeeling. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit ancient monasteries, sip on world-renowned tea, and indulge in delectable cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Dārjiling

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Monasteries and Gardens: Unveiling the Serenity

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$105

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$ 6

Hotel Lunar

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

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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$36

35 - 42 min

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Chiave d'cosmos

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 2Tea Trails and Pagodas: A Tranquil Escape

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$123

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$ 5

Golden Tips Tea Company Pvt. Ltd.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

38 - 46 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

2 - 3 min

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Japanese Buddhist Temple, Darjeeling

Traditional Japanese-style Buddhist temple & multi-level pagoda offering commanding mountain views.

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

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$5

18 - 22 min

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Chiave d'cosmos

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

36 - 54 min

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Penang's Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 3Art and History: Unveiling Darjeeling's Treasures

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$116

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$ 5

Nathmulls

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

10 - 12 min

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Bengal Natural History Museum

Natural history museum with dioramas, taxidermy & lepidopteral & entomological specimens.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$5

18 - 22 min

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Ava Art Gallery

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

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$3

9 - 11 min

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Shimla Restaurant

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

7 - 10 min

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Penang's Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$36

Day 4Tea Lounges and Panoramic Views: A Scenic Retreat

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$138

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$ 3

Margarets Deck Tea Lounge

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$32

73 - 88 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

16 - 20 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

9 - 14 min

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Hot Pizza Place

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

11 - 16 min

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Minute Meals Fiesta

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

Day 5Mountaineering and Culinary Delights: An Adventurous Day

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$143

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$ 3

Nathmulls

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$36

10 - 12 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 - 15 min

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Minute Meals Fiesta

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$44

80 - 119 min

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Ara by bellevue the gastropub

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$48

Budget breakdown: $645 In total

Activities & Food:$624

Transport:$21