The Darjeeling region is a paradise for honeymooners. Darjeeling, a land of natural beauty with picturesque tea plantations, is down to celebrate the marriage. Darjeeling, which stands at 2,123m above sea level, popularly known as the Queen of Hills, is the crown jewel of the Eastern Himalayas and a perfect destination for honeymooners, nature lovers and trekkers. This is a honeymoon tour for couples who want privacy, seclusion and don’t want to mess with other tourists in common destinations. If you want a completely relaxed tour for you and your partner, then Darjeeling is the best. The natural beauty with the picturesque tea plantation is idle to celebrate the marriage. Darjeeling is world famous for tea and tea gardens. Darjeeling lies in the shadow of the mighty Kanchenjunga. Packed with exotic little bazaars, charming villas, forests and gardens. Darjeeling also boasts of the most picturesque toy train operated by Darjeeling Himalayan Railways, which has been declared a UNESCO world heritage site.
Darjeeling’s other top attractions include the Lloyd Botanical Gardens, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, the Zoological Park and the Cable Car. One can get a clear view of the world’s third highest and mightiest snow-capped mountain peaks, Kanchenjunga, from the city on a sunny day. The highest peak in the world, Everest, can also be seen from near the city. Darjeeling is a shopper’s paradise and for connoisseurs of a kaleidoscope of Indian, Chinese and Tibetan cuisines. After experimenting for 8 years, the British laid a railway in the hills of Darjeeling. Darjeeling Steam Tramway Co is born. Trains began to fold from Siliguri up the hills of Darjeeling through narrow winding mountain trails and thick forests. Sometimes the train would disappear into the woods. The lost and bewildered train, apparently frightened, would blow its whistle loudly and, running close to the edge of the tea plantations and winding through the sal, china, cedar and teak trees, somehow found an opening and emerged. The train ascends at the highest point of Ghoom. Then comes the amazing Batasia Loop. It is adventurous to travel on this train. There are no tunnels along this route. This is also called a toy train.
This is a honeymoon tour for couples who seek seclusion, privacy and do not want to mess with other tourists in common destinations. If you want a completely relaxed tour for you and your partner, you will love it.
Sights:
Batasia loop: A wonderful and unique feat of 19th century railway engineering, the Batasia Loop offers a delightful view of the ‘toy’ train to Darjeelling as it meanders around the loop.
ghost: It is located at 2247 m above sea level, famous for the beautiful Buddhist Monastery and the highest railway station in the world. The monastery houses many priceless Buddhist manuscripts and a precious statue of the “coming” Buddha.
Happy Valley Tea Estate: One of the closest tea gardens to the city of Darjeeling, here you can see the processing of the world famous Darjeeling tea.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute: This institute was founded in 1954, to commemorate the first conquest of Mount Everest in 1953 by Tenzing Norgey and Edmund Hillary, which promoted mountaineering as an organized sport. Located on the western spur of Jawahar Parbat, the institute’s buildings command a magnificent view of the Kanchenjunga. The Museum in the main building contains many interesting exhibits including a detailed relief model of the Himalayas, costumes of the Himalayan mountain people, a chronological history of summit attempts, and flags and pennants planted on the peaks by expeditions. climbing.
Himalayan Zoological Park: Located next to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, this zoo contains high-altitude wildlife such as the Siberian tiger, Himalayan black bear, deer, panda, snow leopard, and llama. The nature trail that begins near the Recinto de los Osos is ideal for a pleasant walk, since a large number of birds can be observed here.
Lebong Racing Races: One of the smallest and highest racetracks in the world, races are held here during the spring and fall seasons.
Lloyd Botanic Gardens: Located just below the main Market Motors stand, this garden has a rare collection of Himalayan flora including alpine plants, geraniums, rhododendrons, tree ferns and various conifers. Opened in 1865, Lloyds Botanical Garden is also one of the oldest Botanical Gardens in India. The Orchid House here has some unusual species of orchids.
Museum of Natural History: Located a short distance from the Darjeeling Mail, the Natural History Museum contains an interesting and comprehensive collection of mammals, birds, fish, butterflies and reptiles from this region.
Range and Valley Cable Car: India’s first passenger cable car, a 30-minute ride up the mountainside by cable car is quite an experience.
The Bush: Shri AL Dias, the then Governor of West Bengal, planned this beautiful rock garden at Jawahar Parbat behind Raj Bhavan, in 1976. From here one can have a magnificent view of the Kanchenjunga Range and Singla valley.
Excursion:
Shiliguri: “The Gateway to North East India” Shiliguri is the main transit point for Darjeeling, Kalimpang and the North East states. The busy and bustling city of Shiliguri is surrounded by beautiful scenery of tea gardens, Sal forests and the nearby hills.
Self Help Center for Tibetan Refugees: The Self Help Center for Tibetan Refugees is located at a distance of 10 km. This refugee center was established in 1959 to rehabilitate displaced Tibetans who had followed the Dalai Lama when he fled from Tibet to India. Tibetan men and women can be seen at work here, producing exquisite wool rugs, shawls, jackets, leather coats and carved wooden furniture.
Tiger Hill: Tiger Hill is located at a distance of 11 km. It is located at 2573 m above sea level, it offers a breathtaking view of sunrise over Mount Everest and Kanchendzonga. Tiger Hill offers an unforgettable view of sunrise over the mighty peaks of Everest and Kanchenjunga. Tiger Hill is also the starting point for day hikes through the Himalayan mountain trails.
kalimpong: Located on 1243 meters. it’s a quieter destination, legendary for orchids, rare cacti, and nurseries. A trip from Darjeeling to Kalimpong thus enjoying the excellent view of the confluence of the Rangeet River and the Teesta River and also the view of the Eastern Himalayas from various vantage points provides an unforgettable experience. Darjeeling, Karsiyang and Kalimpong have long since become popular destinations for running high-end residential schools.
Mike: The youngest hill station in India, it is woven around a natural lake that reflects the majesty of the Himalayas. Lava (218m), Lolaygaon (1516m), Samsing, Sukha, Kalijhora and Latpanchor are among the new tourist attraction destinations.
Mahanada Shrine: Consisting of mixed forest in the foothills of the eastern Himalayas, this sanctuary was established in 1976. The altitude, which ranges from 150 to 1,300 meters, is reflected in the variety of animals found here.
Takdah: Takdak is located about 26 km. Located at an altitude of 2000 metres, Takdah is famous for its orchid growing centre, which is managed by the West Bengal Forest Development Corporation. Nearly 110 varieties of Himalayan and hybrid orchids are grown here.
sandakphu: A 58 km trek to Sandakphu from Darjeeling takes one through fragrant and enchanting forests of fir and coniferous trees, rhododendrons, primroses and orchids of unusual and bewildering varieties. April-May is the best time to visit as the green plateau will be covered in beautiful flowers. Home to almost 600 species of birds, Sandakphu is also a paradise for bird watchers.
Mungpo: The journey from Shiliguri to Mungpo, 49 km, is filled with beautiful scenery as high mountains rise majestically on both sides of the mighty Tista River. The river beaches here are popular with hikers. Mungpo also has a medicinal plant farm.
Karsiyang: It is located at a distance of 52 km. Karsiyang is located at 1475m above sea level, on the way to Darjeeling, it is an excellent hill station with wonderful views of the Kanchendzonga range and the Balson valleys below. Though the vast expanse of innumerable mountains and valley regions flows, the stormy River Teesta arouses in viewers a mixed sense of beauty and awe. It also offers excellent options for water sports and adventure sports such as rafting, canoeing and kayaking.
Best time to visit: from March to mid-June and from September to mid-December.
Temperature:8.5 degrees -18. 5 degrees C in summer and 1 degree – 11 degrees in winter.
Cost: Customized according to the guest’s requirements
Get there:
Air: The nearest airport is Bagdogra, 90 km from the city of Darjeeling, which connects Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati.
Lane: The New Jalpaiguri or NJP railway station near Siliguri is connected to various ultra-fast trains from Kolkata, North East and other parts of the country. From NJP narrow gauge trains depart at 9am, arrive Darjeeling at 3.30pm via Siliguri jn/sukhna/tindharia/kurseong/sonada town.
Road: Siliguri is the gateway to all these hill stations, as well as Sikkim, Bhutan and the neighboring country of Nepal. There are regular bus services and rental cars between Siliguri and these hill stations. Siliguri is connected to a large number of long-distance bus routes from Kolkata, Delhi, North East and other parts of the country.
Darjeeling Tour (03 Nights/ 04 Days):
day 01: Arrive at Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station and transfer to Darjeeling (94km/03hrs). Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Day 02: After breakfast, proceed for Darjeeling sightseeing tour covering Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Parmesan Nadia Himalayan Zoological Park, Cable Car, Tensing -Gumbo Rock, Self Help Center for Tibetan Refugees, Tea Estate, Darjeeling Racecourse. Lebong, the pagoda of peace. & Rock Garden – Gangamaya Park. Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 03: Early morning excursion to Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Back to the hotel. After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Mirik Lake across the border with Nepal. Rest of the day, Free at Leisure. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Day 04: After breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer to Bagdogra airport/NJP railway station for your next destination.