Queen of Hills Darjeeling

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INR 17,000

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Tour Overview:

The queen of the hills is a Himalayan city in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is internationally renowned as a tourist destination for its spectacular view of Mt.Kanchandzonga, along with its tea industry and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. One can have the view of entire Singalila Range along with Mt.Kanchandzonga, Bhutan Himalaya and a part of Everest range from Darjeeling. The eye caching valleys, meandering rivers and of course the lush green tea gardens are the unique features of Darjeeling .Beside all these the main attractions of this popular hill stations are Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) , Himalayan Zoo, Tiger Hill , Rock Garden , Batashiya Loop.

Our Tour Package Highlights:

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR):

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, also known as the “Toy Train”, is a 2 ft (610 mm) narrow gauge railway that runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling in West Bengal is about 86 kilometres (53 mi) long. The century old train has been declared as World Heritage by UNESCO in 1999. The construction of DHR was started in 1879 & was fully functional in 1981. Its elevation level varies from 100 metres (328 ft) at New Jalpaiguri to about 2,200 metres (7,218 ft) at Darjeeling. A journey from Siliguri to Darjeeling (approx 7hrs) or a joy ride in Darjeeling will be lifetime experience for any tourist.

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute:

The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute was set up by the local hero Tenzing Norgay Sherpa following their successful ascent on Mount Everest on 28 May 1953 during 1954, this unique institution trains mountaineers. Apart from Tenzing, legendary mountaineers like Nawang Gombu ( First man to climb Everest twice ) and Lattoo Dorjee Sherpa have helped build the reputation of this pioneering institute. The institute is presently under the purview of the Ministry of Defense, Government of India. It is situated on Jawahar Parbat about 2 Km from Chowrasta.

The oldest mountaineering institute in the country carries out various mountaineering courses every year as well as has the very good collection of mountaineering equipments which have been used in various mountaineering expeditions and other wise. The traces of attempts made to conquer Mt. Everest have been kept in the Mt. Everest Museum. The institute also screens short films on mountaineering. You can also view the Himalayan peaks through the Zeiss Telescope given to the Nepalese Maharaja by Hitler. Sherpa Tenzing Norgay was the Director of this institute for many years and he was cremated near the institute after his death in 1986.

Tiger Hill

Situated 13 kilometers from the town at an altitude of 2590 meters (8482 ft.), has earned international fame for its magnificent view of the sunrise over the “Kanchanjunga” and the great eastern Himalayan peaks. On a clear sky even Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, is visible from here along with other Himalayan giant Lhotse,Makalu,Janu,Rathong,Kabru, Pandim,Simvo and Siniolchu.

Tour Itinerary

Tour Type

Family

Day 1
New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport to Darjeeling - Pickup

On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport, you will be met by our driver who will assist you to board your vehicle to Darjeeling. On arrival check into the hotel and enjoy the day at leisure.Darjeeling is a town in India’s West Bengal state, in the Himalayan foothills. Once a summer resort for the British Raj elite, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, or “Toy Train,” completed in 1881. It’s famed for the distinctive black tea grown on plantations that dot its surrounding slopes. Its backdrop is Mt. Kanchenjunga, among the world’s highest peaks.

Wake up early in the morning (3:30am) to witness the sunrise from Tiger Hill (2,590 meters/13 KM/45 min). On the way back, visit the famous Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop. Proceed for half day city tour around Darjeeling covering The Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda,P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), outer view of Tea Garden (Chitrey) and Tenzing Rock.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station in time for flight / train to onward destination.

Meals Provided: N/A

Tour Policies

Note:- Valid ID proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving Licence). PAN Card & Aadhar Card is not acceptable. In case of a child below 18 years bring Aadhar or Birth Certificate. 4 Passport sized photographs of each person.

Payment Policy

  • Bookings Made 60 to 30 Days Prior to Tour Date
    An advance payment of 30% of the total tour cost + 5% GST is required at the time of booking. The balance amount must be paid as per the company payment schedule communicated at the time of confirmation.
  • Bookings Made 20 Days Prior to Tour Date
    An advance payment of 30% of the total tour cost + 5% GST is required at the time of booking. Upon issuance of the hotel confirmation voucher (within 3 business days), an additional 20% of the total tour cost + 5% GST must be paid. The remaining balance amount must be settled on the day of arrival.

Cancellation has to be sent to us by Mail/Fax.

  • 30 Days from The Date of Booking: Only Communication Charges Rs.2000 Per Person.
  • 21-30 Days Prior To Departure : 25% Of Tour Cost
  • 11-20 Days Prior To Departure : 50% Of Tour Cost
  • 10 Days Prior To Departure : Full Cancellation

Above are the cancellation rules but we will put our best possible effort to minimise the cancellation charges.

Kindly Note:- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage,route diversion, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot.

FAQs of our tour packages

Where does the tour start and end?
It starts with a pickup from NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport, and ends with a drop at either place on Day 3.
On a clear day, yes, along with Kanchenjunga at sunrise. The view depends on the weather. Tiger Hill passes are limited to about 600 cabs a day.
No. It is an optional extra of about ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 per person, bookable on IRCTC.
The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Zoo are closed on Thursdays, and the Tibetan Refugee Centre is closed on Sundays.
Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, the Mountaineering Institute, the Zoo, the Tibetan Refugee Centre, Tenzing Rock and the Japanese Peace Pagoda.
Meals are not included in the package. Please confirm hotel breakfast with our team at the time of booking.

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