A misty Himalayan ridge, tea gardens, and a sunrise worth waking for
Darjeeling sits at 2,042 metres on a spur of the Himalayas, wrapped in cloud and the fragrance of first-flush tea. In four unhurried days you will ride the UNESCO-listed Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train), watch dawn paint Kanchenjunga gold from Tiger Hill, stroll Chowrasta’s Victorian promenade, and day-trip to the serene lakeside town of Mirik. Every transfer, every hotel night, and every breakfast and dinner is handled — so your only job is to look out the window.
7 reasons travellers pick this trip
Sunrise at Tiger Hill with an unobstructed panorama of Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) and, on clear days, Everest on the horizon.
A UNESCO-heritage Toy Train ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway — one of the most iconic hill-railway journeys in the world.
Visit Ghoom Monastery (Yiga Choeling), the highest railway station in India, and the historic Batasia Loop war memorial.
Explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & P.N. Zoological Park, home to the rare red panda and snow leopard.
A day trip to serene Mirik Lake — boat rides, forest walks, and views across the tea-garden valley.
Leisurely mornings on Chowrasta — Darjeeling's colonial promenade — and tea-tasting at a heritage estate.
All transfers, hotel stays, and meals (breakfast & dinner daily) included — no planning, just experiencing.
Follow the route
D1 · Arrival — NJP / IXB → Darjeeling 95 km · 3 hrs ▼
Your driver meets you at New Jalpaiguri railway station or Bagdogra Airport. The mountain road winds up through tea gardens and dense forest — keep your camera ready. Check in at your 4★ hotel, freshen up, and head to Chowrasta for an evening stroll. Mall Road is lined with Tibetan craft shops; grab a hot cup of first-flush Darjeeling tea before dinner.
D2 · Darjeeling Full-Day Sightseeing Full day ▼
Wake before dawn for the short drive to Tiger Hill (2,590 m). The sunrise over Kanchenjunga is one of India's great spectacles. Return via Ghoom Monastery — the oldest Tibetan Buddhist gompa in the region — and the Batasia Loop, a spiral railway curve with a Gurkha war memorial at its heart. Afternoon: the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and P.N. Zoological Park (closed Thursdays). End the day with the UNESCO Toy Train joyride through the heart of Darjeeling town.
D3 · Mirik Day Excursion Day trip · ~49 km each way ▼
A one-hour drive through cardamom and orange orchards brings you to Mirik, a quiet hill town centred on Sumendu Lake. Hire a boat, walk the Pashupati Market for local handicrafts, and take in long views across the valley to the Nepal hills. Return to Darjeeling by late afternoon for a final evening at leisure — the perfect moment to pick up premium tea at one of the plantation shops.
D4 · Departure — Darjeeling → NJP / IXB 95 km · 3 hrs ▼
After breakfast, check out and enjoy a final look at the mountains before your driver takes you back to New Jalpaiguri or Bagdogra. Allow at least 4 hours ahead of your train or flight departure to account for hill-road traffic.
What your price covers
✓ Included
- ✓ 3 nights in a 4★ hotel (base-category double/twin room)
- ✓ Daily breakfast (D2–D4) & daily dinner (D1–D3)
- ✓ 1 Toy Train joyride (UNESCO Darjeeling Himalayan Railway) for the couple
- ✓ All transfers & sightseeing by private non-AC vehicle (point-to-point)
- ✓ Driver allowance, fuel, toll & parking charges
- ✓ 24×7 on-tour customer support
- ✓ Early check-in subject to hotel availability
✕ Not included
- ✕ GST (Goods & Services Tax) on the total package amount
- ✕ Airfare, train fare, or any inter-city transport to/from NJP or IXB
- ✕ Meals other than those explicitly mentioned (lunches, snacks)
- ✕ Monument & entry fees at all sightseeing spots
- ✕ Optional activities, boating charges, or personal shopping
- ✕ Telephone, laundry & personal expenses
- ✕ Anything not listed under "Included"
Pack smart, travel easy
- Hill road driving times (NJP ↔ Darjeeling) are 3–4 hours under normal conditions; allow extra time during monsoon (June–September) due to landslide risk.
- Sunset in Darjeeling is around 4:30 pm in winter and 6:00 pm in summer — plan sightseeing accordingly.
- Hotel room standards may vary slightly across properties; base-category rooms are well-appointed but may not have a mountain view unless specifically requested at the time of booking.
- Twin-bed or double-bed preference should be communicated at booking; subject to hotel availability at check-in.
- Weather in the mountains is unpredictable — Tiger Hill sunrise views are subject to cloud cover; no refund or compensation for weather-related cancellations of specific activities.
- Bottled water is provided during transfers; carry a refillable bottle for walks. Tap water in Darjeeling is not recommended for drinking.
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What guests say
Everything was seamless — from the airport pickup to the checkout. Tiger Hill sunrise was absolutely breathtaking, and the Toy Train ride was a childhood dream come true. Will definitely book another trip with this team.
Took my wife for our anniversary and it was perfect. The hotel was lovely, the driver was very professional, and Mirik was a surprise highlight we hadn't expected. Highly recommended for couples.