Darjeeling is a part of the Eastern Himalayan zoo-geographic zone. Flora around Darjeeling comprises sal, oak, semi-evergreen, temperate and alpine forests. Dense evergreen forests of sal and oak lie around the town, where a wide variety of rare orchids are found. The Lloyd's Botanical Garden preserves common and rare species of plants, while the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park specialises in conserving and breeding endangered Himalayan species.
4 night(s) in Darjeeling
Day 1: Arrive At Darjeeling
Meet and greet at airport / New Jalpaiguri railway station and transfer to Darjeeling Known as the 'Queen of the Hills'. Darjeeling is one of the most famous hill stations in the world. Check in at the hotel. Overnight halt.
Day 2: Darjeeling Local Sightseeing
Early Morning breakfast. Full day tour includes visit to the following places of interest namely Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway, Tenzing - Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (Closed on Sunday), Beautiful Tea Estate, Lebong Race Course, Japanese Temple. Other places of visit are Peace Pagoda, Lalkothi, Dhirdham Temple, Ava Art Gallery, Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed). Back to hotel. Evening free to stroll around the around Mall or the Local market area. Overnight stay at Darjeeling
Day 3: Darjeeling Local Sight Seeing (Day 2)
Early morning at around 3:45 AM drive to 8000 feet / 2440 meters through primitive forests of oak, magnolia to Tiger Hill to view sunrise over Khancendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial and Batasia Loop. Back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast rest for half an hour. Next visit to Rock Garden, Ganga Maiya Park. Back to hotel. Evening free to stroll around Mall or the Local market area. Overnight stay at Darjeeling
Day 4: Mirik Excursion With Pashupati
After breakfast excursion to Mirik. Mirik is a quiet town between Siliguri and Darjeeling noted for its secluded charm. Beautiful Tea Gardens, Samendu Lake, Orange Orchards, Cardamom Plantation and its pleasant Climate. On the way visit Pashupati (India-Nepal border), Tea Gardens, Manybhanjyan view point can see Nepal from this point, visit Mirik Lake enjoy boating and horse riding. Evening come back to Darjeeling and overnight stay at hotel
Day 5: Departure To New Jalpaiguri Railway Station
After breakfast leave Darjeeling and proceed towards New Jalpaiguri railway station / Bagdogra airport (110 kms / 03 hrs) for your onward journey. Tour ends and memories begin.