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.
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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. |
| Day : 2 | - |
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 | - | TOY Train Ride and Rock Garden After Breakfast enjoy the beautiful Darjeeling Toy Train ride up to Ghoom & back to Darjeeling. After lunch visit to Rock Garden & Gangamaya Park. Over night at Hotel. |
| Day : 4 | - | Mirik (6000 Ft) After breakfast take a trip to "Mirik" (6000 Ft) – the newest hill-station in the Darjeeling hills. Famous for its squash (the vegetable) & the picturesque lake, this quiet township is also surrounded by gardens which produce some of the finest teas. The lake offers boating and fishing apart from a view of snowcapped peaks. Enjoy the fulfilling experience of Nature in its purest form mingled with the unique culture prevalent here. Spend the rest of the day at Mirik to reach Darjeeling back by sunset. Overnight stay. |
| Day : 5 | - | Departure: Darjeeling 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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