Among the most renowned hill stations in India, Darjeeling( (7100 Ft)) has a most colourful history dating back to the 19th century when the British set up a military hold and Sanatorium. Known the world over for its production of the finest Black Tea, Darjeeling has seen its ups and downs due to political unrest but however with the dawn of the 21st century, tourism has picked up with renewed enthusiasm. With the old world charm of its mall and picturesque tea estates dotting the hill sides , a visit here is a must for those travelling this part of the country. The Tea Garden Experience Living up to its reputation, Darjeeling boasts of magnificent tea estates set up way back in the 1800 by british civil servants looking at ways of attracting settlers. Incidentally finding that the conditions were ideal for tea that was of Assam and Chinese variety, the plantations grew and took on the proportions of estates. Today many of these plantations exist and are open to visitors looking at spending time in the gardens and savouring first hand, the tea grown there.
Kalimpong: At an altitude of 1250m, Kalimpong's location is ideal for a pleasant, relaxed getaway. Its clement weather has made Kalimpong's orchids and gladiole well renowned. Up to the early 1700s, the Kalimpong area was part of the Sikkim raja's domain. In the early 18th century, the Bhutan king also took it over. In 1865, after the Anglo-Bhutan War, it was annexed to Darjeeling. Scottish Missionaries came here in the late 1800s.
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| Day : 1 | - | Arrival and Transfer to Darjeeling
Our representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) – He will be assisting for the transfer to Darjeeling – Darjeeling (7100 Ft), the "Queen of the hill stations", its name derived from "Dorje-Line" which means the place of "Dorje", the mystic thunderbolt. Covering a distance of 88 kms over a drive of 3.5 hrs along winding roads ,it is an experience of unforgettable beauty. Check-in at Hotel. Spend the evening lazing around or walk down to the mall to do some window-shopping. Overnight stay. |
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Darjeeling Local Sightseeing
Early morning start for Tiger Hill (7800 Ft) to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on the Mt. Kanchendzonga (Worlds 3rd highest peak), Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial while returning to the Hotel. After breakfast followed by Half day best points local sightseeing covering Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountainering Institute, Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center and Rock side. After that visit to the Mall(Chowrasta) along with local Market (City Life). Overnight at hotel. |
| Day : 3 | - | Darjeeling to Kalimpong Leave Darjeeling by 8.30am to reach Kalimpong (4000 Ft) by 11am, a drive of 76 kms, 2.5hrs. Also called the garden of flowers, this town has almost everything- scenic beauty, flowers, greenery, waters, mists, clouds etc. Check-in. After lunch proceed for a half day sightseeing of Durpin Hill (which has the famous Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brang Monastery which belongs to the same Buddhist sect as the present Dalai Lama) , Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Dr Graham's Homes complex with its historic church & well maintained grounds founded in 1900 by Rev. Dr. J A Graham, a Scottish missionary, Delo Hill (5556 ft) appears to be the roof- of- the- world, is the highest point in Kalimpong. Delo also has the town's picturesque water reservoir. Then on to Mangal Dham Temple constructed in memory of the late Guru Shree (108) Mangal Dasji and dedicated to Lord Krishna, Kalimpong Arts & Crafts Centre. Evening at leisure with a visit to the market.where you do some curio shopping, buy some Kalimpong Cheese & lollypops of Swiss technology from "Larks" or just take a walk thru the market . Night halt at Kalimpong. |
| Day : 4 | - | Departure: Kalimpong To NJP/ Bagdogra : After breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - Nearly 135 kilometers 4½ - 5 hours drive – Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey. |
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