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Meet & Greet on arrival and drive to Darjeeling. On arrival check-in, at the hotel. In the afternoon, stroll about and shop at - Chowrasta & Darjeeling Mall. The heart of Victorian Darjeeling, this place is the commercial hub, set on the ridge above Darjeeling town, dotted with numerous curio centers and other shops, including fine blended Darjeeling tea. "The Queen of Hills" - Darjeeling, a gem of a place known for its youthful vibe combined with modern as well as colonial charm. The dreamy town is situated at an altitude of 7100 ft, surrounded with tall mountains, coniferous trees, and green tea plantation. Darjeeling is a favored spot for everyone whether it’s a tourist, trekker, photographer, artist, or a botanist apart from its World famous Darjeeling Tea. On arrival, check-in at the hotel surrounded by Mother Nature with big, clean rooms facing the Mt. Kanchenjunga standing head up high. In the afternoon or evening, stroll about and shop – Chowrasta & Darjeeling Mall - The heart of Victorian Darjeeling, this place is the commercial hub, set on the ridge above Darjeeling town, dotted with many curious centers and other shops selling excellent blended Darjeeling tea. There is much heritage and old stores lined up inside of the roads which sell unique handicrafts items along with food stalls selling hot dim sum, thukpas. Young children can enjoy a pony ride in the mall while elders can sit on the benches and feel the real vibe of Darjeeling while watching the people and their activities. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.  

As the chilly night continues to dominate over Darjeeling this day calls to wake up even before the sun to witness the stunning view of sunrise from the viewpoint along with full day city tour Post breakfast. Early morning visit to -   Tiger Hill Sunrise Point - An early morning visit to the tiger hill is perfect to witness the unforgettable sunrise over the snow-covered peaks of the majestic Himalayas. As the sunrise beings, the dazzling snow cover peaks of Mt. Kangchenjunga gloriously enlightens with a magnificent view, and on a clear day glimpse of the World’s highest peak Mt. Everest is visible. The sunrise from Tiger Hill has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise over Kanchenjunga and the great Eastern Himalayan Mountains.   Batasia Loop - The Batasia Loop is a spiral narrow-gauge railway track where the Toy Train negotiates a sudden sharp descent from Ghoom. This place provides a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains with a 360-degree view of the Darjeeling landscape in the backdrop of the majestic Kanchenjunga. The loop is decorated with grass, shrubs, and seasonal flowers, along benches laid inside the garden to enjoy nature while the Toy train enters hooting its way to complete the spiral route.   Ghoom Monastery - Yiga Monastery or Old Ghoom Monastery is one of the oldest Tibetan monasteries in Darjeeling build in the year 1850 and below the Ghoom railway station. It follows the lineage of Sakya Sect of Vajra yana Buddhism and also has a small philosophical institute. This monastery has the biggest and the oldest statue of Buddha in Darjeeling and is being bought from Tibet. Back to Hotel for breakfast and freshen-up before heading towards city tour.   Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park - Also known as Darjeeling Zoo is now one of the best Zoo in the world after bagging the International Earth Hero Award in 2014. The unique feature of this zoo is, it houses animals of high altitude, and mostly from the upper Himalayas with rare animals like Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Tibetan Wolf, etc. The zoo contributes significantly to the breeding programs of endangered animals and safeguards the vulnerable ones.   Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday) - HMI is a pilgrimage for all climbing enthusiasts of the world. Established in honor of Tenzing Norgay, it has a well-stocked museum with mountaineering displays and many expedition artifacts. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru laid the foundation stone of the Institute, and now it comprises a residential school for mountaineering providing students with basic and advanced courses.   Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda - Also known as Darjeeling Peace Pagoda are on the Jalapahar hill. They build the Temple under the guidance of Buddhist monks from Japan in traditional Japanese style, and this place is the house of four avatars of Buddha. Close to it is the Peace Pagoda, where it showcases the four large avatars of Lord Buddha. The view from the top is magnificent with the panoramic view of the Darjeeling town, and Mt. Kanchenjunga. During the visit, tourists can join for morning or evening prayers in the temple along with the monks.   Tenzing Rock & Gombu Rock - This huge and giant natural rock named after Tenzing Norgay who created history after climbing the Mt. Everest is at Lebong Cart Road, also known as Monkey Rock. Located opposite of Tenzing rock is the Gombu rock name after Nawang Gombu, the nephew of Tenzing Norgay, who was the first person to climb Everest twice. Tenzing Norgay and his nephew used to climb this rock to train them for Everest climbing, and now these two steep rocks are being used by HMI during their Rock climbing training courses.   Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre - The help center was established on 1st October 1959, to rehabilitate the Tibetan refugees who followed Dalai Lama and escaped from Tibet. The workers in the center produce excellent Tibetan handicrafts like carpets, woolens, wood, and leather works which they sell and export to different countries for a living.   Rangeet Valley Passenger Ropeway - Also known as The Darjeeling Ropeway is the perfect spot to enjoy the breathtaking view of the valley below with the dreamy Darjeeling town, the lush green tea plantations, dense forests, mountain streams in their full flow, waterfalls, and the impressive snow peaks the background.   You can also enjoy the World UNESCO Heritage world-famous Darjeeling railway or the Toy Train to Ghoom subject to track conditions. It’s the main and best attraction for visiting this hill train in Darjeeling. The path in which the train runs is well decorated by nature with lush green trees, flowering plants, small bushes, and vast Kanchenjunga dominating its presence throughout the journey. The evening is free to visit the Darjeeling Mall for shopping as this is the last spot to crack a great deal and grab something unique from this trip.    Overnight in Darjeeling.

After post-breakfast proceeds towards Takdah. Takdah is a scenic and peaceful escape through the rolling hills and tea gardens of the Eastern Himalayas. Nestled in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, Takdah is a quiet, lesser-known hill station located about 28 kilometers from Darjeeling town. Once a British cantonment area, it is now known for its cool climate, colonial-era architecture, and lush greenery.   Perfect for nature lovers and those looking for solitude, Takdah presents a slower pace of life. Visitors can enjoy panoramic mountain views, visit orchid farms, explore heritage bungalows, and connect with the local culture of the hills. Whether you're looking for a short getaway or a quiet retreat, the Darjeeling to Takdah route offers a unique Himalayan experience.  Overnight in Takdah.

The post-breakfast session is fully occupied by nature as it is the time to visit the picturesque surroundings of Lamahatta. Lamahatta garden-The garden which has developed in Lamahatta gives a spectacular 360-degree view of the entire valley marked by terrace farming. There is also some meditation point inside the garden where anyone can rejuvenate himself or herself. Tehing choling Moni Lakahng Monastery(The Lamahatta Village Monastery)-The Lamahatta village monastery has old essence. You can take a short trek to reach this 500 years old beautiful monastery a few kilometers away from your hotel. The rest of the day is free for leisure. Peshok Viewpoint or Lover's meet viewpoint Peshok-This viewpoint laying at a virgin forest is quite famous among travelers, mainly young couples. The splendid bird's eye view of the river Rangeet meeting Teesta is an incredible treat for the nature lovers. Lovers meet viewpoint is the best place to watch the confluence of river Rangeet and Teesta, the two mountain rivers. Peshok Tea Estate -The nearby Rungle Rungliot Tea Estate is known for the fine aromatic tea. Tourists can visit the estate to experience the cultivation and processing of world-famous Darjeeling tea.   Overnight at Takdah.

After breakfast, Start for Lepchajagat . Lepchajagat is the hidden jewel of Darjeeling Dist. From here, you can see the Mt. Kanchenjunga and feel the mesmerizing view of the pine forest. After check-in into the hotel, the whole day free for personal activates.  Overnight stay at Lepcha Jagat.   

After Breakfast Proceed towards NJP from Lepchajagat with Sweet North Bengal Memories.

TERMS & CONDITIONS Booking Policy For land package bookings, the payment schedule is as follows: 1st Payment: 50% of the total package cost at the time of booking. 2nd Payment: 50%  balance should be done 7 days prior your departure. Cancellation Policy 45 days or more before departure: Full refund minus 50% of the package cost. 30 to 44 days before departure: 75% of the package cost will be deducted. 15 to 29 days before departure: 100% non-refundable. Less than 15 days before departure: 100% non-refundable. This structured policy ensures clarity on refund eligibility based on cancellation timing.   Child Policy Child 1 to 5 years will be complementary. Child above 5 years to 11 years will be charge 50% of the package cost.  Child above 11 years will be treated as an adult.