The Queen of the Hills
Three Nights in Darjeeling — Sunrise, Tea & the Toy Train
Give yourself time to slow down and soak up Darjeeling on this relaxed three-night tour. Begin with a pre-dawn drive to Tiger Hill at 8,482 ft for a spectacular sunrise, then explore the town's landmarks — the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tenzing and Gombu Rock, Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, the Japanese Peace Pagoda and the Darjeeling Ropeway. A full day is set aside for an easy excursion to Mirik, a sleepy hill town with a pretty lake, boating and horse riding, with the option to add on a visit to the Pashupati Nath Market on the India–Nepal border. With private transfers and comfortable stays, it's the ideal unrushed introduction to the Queen of the Hills.
Tiger Hill Sunrise · HMI · Padmaja Naidu Zoo · Darjeeling Ropeway · Ghoom Monastery · Batasia Loop · Peace Pagoda · Mirik Lake
Day by Day
The itinerary.
Day 01
Bagdogra / NJP to Darjeeling (90 km / 3–4 hrs)
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On arrival at NJP railway station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB), our representative will meet you and assist you to board your vehicle for the transfer to Darjeeling. Check in to the hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 02
Darjeeling Sightseeing
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Start early with a visit to the Tiger Hill viewpoint (2,590 m / 8,482 ft, about 13 km from town) for a spectacular Himalayan sunrise. After breakfast, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, the Japanese Peace Pagoda and the Darjeeling Ropeway for incomparable alpine views. Evening free. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 03
Darjeeling to Mirik Excursion
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After breakfast, drive to Mirik, a small and peaceful hill town about 49 km from Darjeeling. Relax by the lake and enjoy boating and horse riding. An optional add-on tour to Pashupati Nath Market on the India–Nepal border is available at extra cost. Return to the hotel in the afternoon; evening free. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 04
Darjeeling to Bagdogra (90 km / 3–4 hrs)
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After breakfast, transfer to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / NJP railway station to board your flight or train for your onward journey. The tour ends with sweet memories.
What's Covered
Inclusions & exclusions.
Included
- Accommodation on double/twin-sharing basis
- Transportation on non-sharing (private) basis
- Appropriate vehicle as per itinerary (point-to-point, not at disposal)
- All parking, road, toll taxes & permit fees
- Service tax 5%
Not included
- Air fare / train fare
- Extra sightseeing or vehicle use beyond itinerary
- Entrance fees & guide charges
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed in the inclusions
Price on request · Per person on double/twin-sharing basis · Service tax 5% included
Your Stays
Where you sleep.
Good to Know
Common questions.
Q1. What does the 3 Nights / 4 Days Darjeeling package include?
The package covers 3 nights of accommodation on a double/twin-sharing basis, private (non-sharing) transportation by an appropriate vehicle on a point-to-point basis, all parking, road, toll taxes and permit fees, and 5% service tax. Sightseeing includes Tiger Hill, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoological Park, ropeway, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop and a Mirik excursion. Air fare, entrance fees, guide charges and travel insurance are not included.
Q2. Is the Mirik trip included, and can I visit the Nepal border market?
Yes, a full-day excursion to Mirik is part of the itinerary, where you can relax by the lake and enjoy boating and horse riding. You can also add on an optional visit to the Pashupati Nath Market, located on the India–Nepal border along the Darjeeling–Mirik road, at an additional cost. Carry an original photo ID for all guests.
Q3. What is the best time to do this Darjeeling tour?
March to May offers pleasant weather and clear views of Kanchenjunga, ideal for the Tiger Hill sunrise, while October to December brings crisp, clear skies. Monsoon months (June–September) are lush but landslide-prone. Carry light woollens in summer, heavy woollens in winter and a rainproof jacket during the monsoon.