Darjeeling Tour and Travel Guide

Darjeeling is one of the Most Beautiful Place of West Bengal, India. Darjeeling lures countless Indian and foreign tourist visited all around the year. If you’re also one of those who have always look the charming hill station in West Bengal, then no wait for more! From quaint monasteries to magnificent peaks, from exciting trekking to fun Toy-Train rides, Tea-garden, Sunrise and so on. And you will have many interesting things to do and places to visit in Darjeeling.

We have to help you to plan a perfect Darjeeling trip. Here’s our comprehensive Darjeeling tour guide that can make your trip full of memories and free from hassles. Here people are talking in the Language of Bengali, Nepali and Hindi. Read on to know more about Darjeeling before you will go!

Darjeeling Tour and Travel Guide

How to reach Darjeeling

Darjeeling is well connected with other major cities of the India. One of the most popular tourist destinations is West Bengal in India. So, you can easily access the attractive tourist place Darjeeling. By Train or Rail, Bus and also Flight. Hare you can attractive hotels in Darjeeling. And to help you decide the best route to Darjeeling, here’s a guide to how you can reach here. From New Jalpaiguri to “Darjeeling” distance around (73.0 Km) via NH110. From Air-port to Darjeeling distance is around (68.0 km). You will book a cab to reach the destination around (3-4 Hour).

By Train/Rail:

From the most important cities of Indian, you will get a Train to go Darjeeling, near Railway Station is  New Jalpaiguri (NJP). You will go from Kolkata to Darjeeling many train also available.

Few train name is

Darjeeling Mail (Sealdha- from22.05 to NJP –08.00)

Silchar Kanchanjungha Expreess (Sealdha- from-06.35 to NJP –18.05)

New Jalpaiguri Shatabdi Exp (Howra- from-14.25 to NJp – 22.55)

Teesta Torsa Express ( Sealdha – from-14.45 to- NJP- 02.00)

Padatik Experss

Uttarbanga Express ( Sealdha-from – 20.35 to- NJP- 08.00)

And also

Vande Bharat ( Howra- from – 05.55-to-NJP-13.25)

If you will start your journey from Delhi – New Jalpaiguri there are train name is:

1. Kamakhya Express ( Delhi-from-04.55 to- NJP 13.35)
2. Avadh Assam Express (From- Delhi-07.22 to- NJP-16.50)
3. Sikkim Mahanda Express ( From-Delhi-07.35 to- NJP-14.45)
4. Dibrugar Rajdhani Express ( From- Delhi-16.20 to- NJP-12.40)

Once you reach New Jalpaiguri Railway station, I hope on a toy train or a cab to reach Darjeeling.

By Air/Flight:

The nearest airport of Darjeeling is Bagdogra. You can fly to Bagdogra (IXB) airport, Darjeeling. From Bagdogra Airport, a cab ride will suffice to take you to Darjeeling within 3-4 Hours. Many Airline are also available from around all city, like Kolkata, New Delhi, Bengaluru , Mumbai , Hyderabad, Dibrugarh, Chennai , Guwahati  And also Inter-National flight land here , Bankok- (Thailand) , Paro-(Bhutan) Etc.

Kolkata to Bagdogra(IXB) fling time around (1.00 Hour – 1.30 Hour)  you can arrive . Few flight time is –

Kolkara(CCU) – to- Bagdogra(IXB)-04.30 pm – 5.35pm

Kolkara(CCU) – to- Bagdogra(IXB)-8.45 am – 9.55 am

Kolkara(CCU) – to- Bagdogra(IXB)- 12.15 pm – 1.25 pm

Kolkara(CCU) – to- Bagdogra(IXB)- 12.55 pm – 1.50 pm

New Delhi(DEL) to Bagdogra(IXB) fling time around (02.15 Hour – 03.00 hour) journey  Few flight time is –

New Delhi(DEL) to Bagdogra(IXB)-10.40  am – 12.45 pm

New Delhi(DEL) to Bagdogra(IXB)- 08.00 am – 10.00 am

New Delhi(DEL) to Bagdogra(IXB)- 12.30 pm – 2.45 pm

By Road:

You can get public and Govt.  Buses to reach Darjeeling From nearby cities like Siliguri, Kurseong or Kalimpong. From Siliguri to Darjeeling distance around 63 km and it’s average duration 03.00-04.00 hours bus ticket starting Rs-103/- and other ordinary buses non-Ac, Volvo, Delixe buses also available . And also cab available from New Jalpaiguri railway station, per head cost around 250/- Rupees. You may also opt for a long drive through the hilly lanes to reach here.

• Siliguri – Dargelling
• Bagdogra – Darjeeling
• Kurseong – Darjeeling
• Kalimpong – Darjeeling

 The best time to visit Darjeeling:

Try to plan you Darjeeling trip between April and Jun and the weather remains pleasant during the time. But if you wish to see Snow Laden peaks, than winter will be the best season to visit Darjeeling. And avoid the monsoon months as rains can cause road-block and other inconvenience during your Trip. March to May and September to November is the best time to visit Darjeeling. This time monsoon is too much good for travelling in this place, temperature is around 6-degree to 18-degree. And 2^nd week of the May is start rain-fall and it stay on September. June to September months Darjeeling high rainfall, October & November moderate rain-fall in this time and temperature is around 6-degree to 18-degree. You will love snow and foggy weather than you must came in the hill station in the time of December, January and February than time is weather normally 2-degree to 9-degree Celsius.

The best places to visit in Darjeeling:

26best place to visit Darjeeling.

1. Kanchenjunga Mountain
2. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
3. Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
4. Japanese Peace Pagoda
5. Tinchuley Village
6. Tigar Hill
7. Mahakal Mandir
8. Batasia Loop
9. Barbotey Rock Garden
10. Himalayan Tibel Museum
11. Happy Vally Tea Garden
12. Lamahatta
13. Tea Garden
14. Petrichor Farms
15. Passenger Ropeway
16. Lava
17. Coronation Bridge
18. Ghoom Monastery
19. Observatory Hill
20. Everast Museum
21. Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
22. Yiga Choeling Monastery
23. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Ghoom Museum
24. Ahal Dara View Point
25. Dali Monastery
26. Jhandi Dara Sunrise Point

This hill station is dotted with a series of watch worthy attractions that will lure you instantly. So, let’s take a look at the top places to visit in Darjeeling.

Tiger Hill

Begin your Darjeeling travel diaries by visiting this world-famous hill via trekking or a cab ride. On your way to the hill-top, your eyes will meet serene Tea. And once you reach the top, get ready to be amazed by the view of Mount Everest (8848 M) and Kanchenjunga (8598M)! looks higher then Mount Everest. The distance between Tiger hill and Mount Everest is 107 Miles (172 km). On a clear day Kurseong is visible clearly and the gap along with Mahanda River , Teesta River, Balason River And also Mechi River Meandering down from the south. We highly recommend you to come here in the early morning to capture the gorgeous sunrise.

Batasia Loop

After visiting Tiger Hill, head to this one of its kind garden like area through which the Toy Train runs. From Siliguri to Darjeeling The famous toy train journey pass through the Batasia Loop.   Choose a seat in the garden and observe the beautiful flower beds, the magnificent Kanchenjunga and a 360-degree view of the hill town. It will be a rejuvenating experience! You can explore them all at a fee of just Inr Rs-15/- from 5am. To 8 pm.

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park:

It also called The Darjeeling Zoo, area of the zoological park is 67.56-ccer and Zoo was opened 1958, average elevation 2134 meter. This is the largest altitude Zoo in India.  Did you always want to see some endangered species of animals? Then look no further! Come to this zoological park and you can see here plenty of endangered animals including red-pandas, snow-leopards and Himalayan Salamanders. To see them and plenty of other plants and animals, you have to visit this park between Morning 8 O’clock to Evening 4 O’clock and pay a fee of just Indian Rupees 20/-

Ghoom Monastery:

One of the best places in Darjeeling for you to visit is surely this oldest Tibetan monastery in the Town. Old Ghoom Monastery is the popular in the name of yiga Choeling. Inside the 15-feet tall Buddha statue.  You can cherish a divine experience here while learning about Buddhist culture through its wall paintings, manuscripts and impressive architecture. The external structure of the bulding was established in 1850. The  best part is that you can explore them all for free form Morning 9.00 O’clock to Evening 6.00 O’clock!

Happy Valley Tea Estate

When you’re in Darjeeling, don’t return without taking a trip to one of the oldest tea estates in the town. The tea estate is spread over 177 hectars (440 actes), it 3 kilomiters north from Darjeeling and employs around more than 1500. It is open from 8 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. the best time is visit in this place March to May came here  you can explore this 440 acres of land checking some of the finest tea leaves produced here. It is situated at a height of 2,100 meters from sea level. We suggest you take a guided tour here which will cost you around Rs-50/-. You can then check out the tea factory to watch how the fresh produce is processed to make different varieties of tea. The aroma throughout the place will surely make you nose sing!

Trekking to Sandakphu:

Give your Darjeeling trip an adventure kick by opting for the sandakphu trek. Viewing the tallest peak of the world along with other snow capped peaks from a height of around 11,950 meters peak in the singalila Ridge on the border between India and Nepal. It is highest point of the ridge of the state of west Bengal. Not to forget, you will meet an array of tourist wonders on the way like the sleeping Buddha. Sandakphu is also known as the land of poisonous flower.

Toy Train Ride:

Darjeeling Himalayan Railways offers you a fun Toy Train ride that you won’t want to miss! During the 16 km long ride, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of Darjeeling. it’s also about enjoying the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas as you take a relaxed ride on this cute mini train that runs on a narrow gauge track. The train starts from Darjeeling station and goes up to Ghum Station. Comprising  verdant valleys, Batasia Loop,  encompassing monutairs and a lot more. Just book your seat and will be all set for a memorable train ride!

The best way to book tikiet online using the Indian Railway Website (IRCTC). The station cod of Darjeeling is (DJ) use for the destination station but there is one problem, round trip you should enter the station cod (DJRZ).

Paragliding:

Feel like a bird by paragliding through the Darjeeling valley! Yes, you witness the picturesque town while sailing in the sky. Don’t forget to tell your pals to click pictures of you while paragliding. The timing is from Morning 9 O’clock to Afternoon 4 O’clock. Cost of paragliding in Darjeeling is around 3500/- per person an adventure flight of 15 minutes. It is normally closed during winters due to unfavorable weather condition.

Ropeway Ride:

For a more relaxing adventure, you can opt for a ropeway ride where you will glide at a height of around 7000 meters over the mountains valleys. The Darjeeling ropeway is the town of Darjeeling, it is the 5 km long ropeway. It will take around 40 minutes for the round trip you can witness the green valleys, lofty mountains, cascading water-falls, lush green tea gardens and much more during your ride. The timing is from Morning 10 O’clock to Afternoon 4 O’clock. On date of 19^th of every month , the ropeway remains closed for maintenance operation. Ropeway ticket price Rs-260/- per person for 5 kms round trip and child (3-8) years is Rs-130/-

Shopping  in Darjeeling:

Well, you can consider chow-rasta to be the heart of Darjeeling where you can spend hours exploring the best hotels in Darjeeling, you can access this point just by walking. Woolen  garments, handicrafts item , jewellery, whatever you want to buy, you can buy them from here. And also you visit Life & leaf , Biswa Bangla Store, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center, Gorkha Ink Tattoos, Dragon Market, Bhutia Market, Mall Road, Chowk Bazaar and so on. And after yor shopping, you can chill and quench your hunger by dining at one of the many food joints stationed here.

The best things to do in Darjeeling:

While exploring the scenic tourist wonders, why not enjoy some interesting and fun activities in Darjeeling? So, here are some of such activities to make your trip more memorable.

The best place to stay in Darjeeling:

Don’t worry about lodging as you will find plenty of comfortable hotels and resorts in Darjeeling. Whether you want top budget hotels or luxury resorts, you will find them all here. And in that context, here are some best resorts in Darjeeling that you can consider booking during your Darjeeling trip. Mayfair Darjeeling, Arcadia Heritage Resort, Summit swiss Heritage Resort and spa, Sinclairs Darjeeling and dekeling Hotel and so on. Few price per night of hotels and dormitory rooms. You can also use online booking platform for hotel booking like as- Makemy Trip, Oyo dot com, Goibibo.com etc.

Few hotels name, Dormitory and price per night are—–

1. Noryang Stays ………….Rs-650/- (far from Darjeeling railway station 1.8km , from bus stand 1.9km)
2. Swarnakamal Homestay ……Rs-1050/- (far from Darjeeling railway station 2.7km , from bus stand 2.9km)

• Dhanashree Homestay…….Rs-950/-( far from Darjeeling railway station 2.8km , from bus stand 2.9km)

4. Good Morning Hotel….Rs-600/-( far from Darjeeling railway station 4.6km , from bus stand 4.8km)
5. Dormitary room……Rs-250/- (far from Darjeeling bus stand 7.9km)
6. Muscatel Himalayan Resort—Rs-2750/- (far from Darjeeling railway station 700m , from bus stand 850m)

Now your Darjeeling travel guide is absolutely ready! Just choose the best month to visit Darjeeling according to your work schedule and preference and led Darjeeling District state of West Bengal, India, as a tourist in you!

FAQ

1.How to reach darjeeling?

By Train or Rail, Bus and also Flight. Hare you can attractive hotels in Darjeeling. And to help you decide the best route to Darjeeling, here’s a guide to how you can reach here. From New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling distance around (73.0 Km) via NH110.

2.How to reach darjeeling from delhi*?

By Train or Rail, Bus and also Flight