A Full Day Tour Of Darjeeling

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About this activity

On this full-day tour, discover the hill-town of Darjeeling situated in the foothills of the Himalayas. Once a summer resort of the British in India, the town has a distinct charm of its own. Drive through narrow sloping streets that offer fabulous views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Visit a tea garden and take a ride on a ‘Toy Train’ that takes you past some memorable views.

Highlights

Sunrise at Tiger Hill
Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (Park Remains Closed on Thursday)
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Institute Remains Closed on Thursday)
Visit to a Tea Estate
Tenzing Norgay & Tibetan self-help center -(Remains Closed on Sunday).

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Train ticket
Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Entrance Fee
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Tiger Hill

one hour Admission included

You will be picked up from your hotel very early in the morning and driven to Tiger Hill to witness the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain peak in the world. Situated at a height of 8482 feet, Tiger Hill is the highest point in Darjeeling. On a clear day, it offers some great panoramic views of the snow clad Himalayas. After visiting Tiger Hill, enjoy breakfast (own expense) at a local restaurant.
Darjeeling Toy Train Maybe Cancelled

2 hours Admission included

After breakfast, take a ride on the ‘Toy train’ from Darjeeling to Ghoom. The mini coaches of the train are pulled by an old fashioned steam engine that operates on a narrow gauge track. The train takes you up steep mountains through breath-taking landscapes at a snail’s pace making for a truly memorable experience. Operating since 1880, this is an important transport link to the lower plains. The train makes a loop at Batasia, from where you can get unparalleled views of Mt. Kanchenjunga and the town of Darjeeling. The Darjeeling Toy Train has been accorded a UNESCO World Heritage status.
Ghoom Monastery

one hour Admission included

Situated at a height of 7,407 feet above sea level, it is the oldest Buddhist monastery in Darjeeling. The monastery has a 15 feet high statue of the Buddha. It was built in 1850 by a Mongolian monk and astrologer and it belongs to the Yellow Hat sect. Several high ranking Tibetan abbots had taken refuge in this monastery at the time of the Chinese invasion in 1959. After the visit to the monastery, take a pause for lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

one hour Admission included

The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute has provided training for some of the leading mountaineers of India. The Institute has memorabilia from several Everest expeditions. It offers training to encourage mountaineering as a sport.
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

2 hours Admission included

Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park is the highest zoo in India. The zoo is home to the largest captive population of snow leopards. It is well known for its conservation breeding programs for several endangered species like the Red Panda, Snow Leopards and the Tibetan Wolf.
Tenzing Rock HMI

one hour Admission included

Tenzing Rock is a huge natural rock that is used for training rock climbers. It is named after Tenzing Norgay who along with Edmund Hillary was the first man to climb Mt. Everest. The right face of the rock offers a gentle climb for amateurs.
Stop 7

one hour Admission included

The mountains of Darjeeling are covered with lush green tea bushes that provide some of the best teas of India. There are around 80 Tea Gardens in Darjeeling that are spread over thousands of acres of mountain slopes. Take a look at how tea is made from the freshly plucked green tea leaves and packaged for sale across the world.

Once your tour will be finished you will be driven back to fixed point / your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

Central Gleneagles Heritage Resort-The Mall Road
Sunflower Group Of Hotels
Ging Tea House
OYO 61414 Zimba Happy Home Stay
The Rope Resorts
Snow Lion HomeStay
The Heritage Hotel
Armadale Homes
Green Tara residency
Glenburn Tea Estate
OYO 5228 Seven Seas

and 135 more pickup points

From your hotel in Darjeeling

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Confirmation will be received within 48 hrs of booking.
Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
Name and gender as on passport, passport number, and expiry date and country of issuance are required at time of booking. Please carry the passport on the day of the tour.
‘Toy Train’ tickets must be booked 120 days in advance. Train ride may get cancelled without prior notice.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park remain closed on Thursdays. Tea Estate and Tibetan Self-Help Center remain closed on Sundays.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.