Darjeeling Kalimpong Hills Tour | East India Hill Stations Holidays Package

OVERVIEW- East India is a land synonymous with natural beauty and cultural diversity. Blue Mountains, lush green valleys and beautiful rivers are an integral part of this region. Enjoy the cool climate, green landscape, clear mountain air and beautiful meadows of the East Indian hill stations. Darjeeling and Kalimpong are the famous hill stations of the region. Darjeeling lies at an average elevation of 2100 meters above sea level amidst a picturesque location in the foothills of Mount Kanchenjunga. The Tibetan word Darjeelingliterally translates to Land of the Thunderbolt and combines the best of Bengali culture and the Gorkha Nepalese culture. Placed amidst the Shiwalik hills, Kalimpong is a beautiful hill station which is a part of the district of Darjeeling. Situated at an altitude of about 1250 meters above sea level between the Durpin and the Deolo Hill, Kalimpong is known for its green meadows, undulating valleys, dense virgin forests, and the majestic Khangchendzonga as a magnificent backdrop.

BAGDOGRA- Bagdogra in West Bengal is small town heavenly view of the great eastern Himalayan range. It is well connected by air from with Delhi and Kolkata. It lays approximately 90 kms from Darjeeling town. Being a tea growing area it attracts tourists from all over world to have a spectacular array of tea. It also offers adventure sport such as fishing and angling and white water rafting in the rapids of the Teesta River.

DARJEELING- Darjeeling, one of the most famous hill stations of India; is located in the state of West Bengal. The Darjeeling town is located at an elevation of about 6710 feet. Darjeeling is situated on the Shiwalik Hills, which forms the lower range of the Himalayan Mountains. Sitting atop a ridge with awe inspiring views of Mount Khangchendzonga, Darjeeling is one of the most popular summer holiday destinations in India.

KALIMPONG- Kalimpong, the famous hill station is situated at an altitude of 1250 meters. Kalimpong has been a meeting point of the once 'three closed lands' on the trade route to Tibet, Bhutan and Nepal. The beautiful mountain scenery and the abundance of flowers have made this place an attractive resort. It is considered at the best ecological destination in India. It thrives in wide range of flora and fauna.

Tour Destination: Bagdogra - Darjeeling - Kalimpong - Bagdogra

Travel Duration: 04 Nights/05 Days

DAY 1: BAGDOGRA - DARJEELING

Today drive to Queen of Hills- Darjeeling. Transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon visit

DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAY- The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) is also known as the Toy Train. It is a narrow gauge rail that is 2ft in width and runs between Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri and was built in the years between 1879 and 1881. In 1999, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

DARJEELING ROPEWAY- From the ropeway of Darjeeling which is also known as the Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car, you can have mind blowing view of the valley below, see the spread of lush tea gardens, dense forests, mountain streams in their full flow, waterfalls, and the awesome snow peaks at the background.

Spend the rest of the day at leisure or you can go for a leisure walk around the place.

Overnight at Hotel

DAY 2: DARJEELING

After breakfast, visit the city of Darjeeling.

SINGALILA NATIONAL PARK- Located at an altitude of approximately 2134 meters above sea level the National Park is situated in the highest regions of West Bengal. The park is known for its amazing peaks and the panoramic views of the lesser Himalayas. The National Park is famous as a trekker's paradise with a large verity of mountainous vegetation, fauna, and birds.

PARMESAN NADIA ZOOLOGICAL PARK- Known for its famous Red Panda and Snow Leopard breeding program, the park is spread in an area of 67.56 acres. It is the largest high altitude zoos in India and some of the rare and endangered species in the zoo are snow leopards, red pandas, Himalayan Salamanders, Tibetan wolf, Himalayan mountain goat and Siberian tigers.

HIMALAYAN MOUNTAINEERING INSTITUTE- The Institute was created by the late Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa who conquered Mt Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary on 29 May 1953. A display of equipment used on the climb is one of the highlights.

OBSERVATORY HILL- It is a famous view point and tourist attraction in Darjeeling. The location is famous for its magnificent views of Kanchendzonga and the ancient temple dedicated to Mahakaal or Lord Shiva.

JAPANESE PEACE PAGODA- Built during 1885-1985 by a Japanese Buddhist monk Nichidatsu Fuji. The Buddhist shrine is located amidst some really enticing locations and is built in a beautiful white structure with golden colored sculptures.

TEA ESTATE- Spread across a massive area of 437-acres, and situated at an elevation of 2,100 meters above sea level, the Tea Estate is one of the major tourist attractions in Darjeeling. The place is located amidst some of the most breath taking surroundings in India. It also houses one of the highest tea factories in the world.

DARJEELING MALL- The Chowrasta or the Mall is the town center in Darjeeling. This is a lovely little flat area, a public square where four roads meet. This public place is where you would like to lounge & bake in the sun, sit and watch the wonderful views of the mountain range and see many locals and tourists hanging around.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 3: DARJEELING - KALIMPONG

Early morning at 4am, excursion trip visiting

TIGER HILL- Located at the highest point in Darjeeling area, Tiger Hill is best known for the dazzling sunrise view of the Kanchenjunga and the snow covered peaks of the entire eastern Himalayan range. On a clear day you can even see the Mount Everest from here. Tiger Hill is located 11km from the Darjeeling Town

GHOOM MONASTERY- On your way back, visit Ghoom Monastery- also called Yiga Choeling monastery, it is one of Darjeeling's oldest gompas. Belonging to the Yellow sect of Buddhism, the construction of this monastery started in 1850. The statue of Maitreya Buddha, Lord Buddha of the future is the main attraction here.

BATASIA LOOP- The War memorial, lying in the well-maintained garden, bounded by Batasia Loop. The memorial is built in the memory of Gorkha martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the wars to save their country.

Later continue your drive to the small hill station Kalimpong. Transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure or you can go for a leisure walk around the place.

Overnight at Hotel

DAY 4: KALIMPONG

After breakfast visit the little hill town Kalimpong viewing

DEOLO HILL - Situated at an elevation of nearly 1914 meters Deolo Hill commands an excellent view of the town. With Teesta Valley below and the snowy ranges in the distant horizon, the place is one of the beautiful sites around Kalimpong. Deollo / Dello is a location on the edge of a Ridge with spectacular views.

HANUMAN MANDIR- Located on the way to the Deolo Hill, the Hanuman Temple in Kalimpong is another quick stopover. You need to climb a set of stairs to reach the Hanuman statue which is the tallest in northeast India.

MANGAL DHAM TEMPLE- Built over an area of two acres, the Mangal Dham Temple is among the popular tourist places in Kalimpong. The many paintings in the temple depict various scenes from Krishna Leela. It is a well-maintained temple and the religious tourists mostly flock to this place.

GRAHAM HOMES- Dr. Graham's Homes School is one of the finest school of Kalimpong and is internationally famous. Established in the year 1900 on the lower slopes of Deolo Hill. It was founded to educate the children of tea workers.

DURBIN GOMPA- This monastery was established in the year 1922. This Gompa belongs to the Yellow Hat Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It was founded in the Tibet in the 14th century and to which the Dalai Lama belongs.

THONGSA GOMPA- A short distance lower down the hill is the Thongsa Gompa of Bhutanese Monastery. It is one of the oldest monasteries in the area and was founded in the year 1692. The original monastery was destroyed by the Gurkhas and was rebuilt later. In prehistoric ages Tibetan traders use to pay homage to the gods for safely having crossed the treacherous trails.

FLOWER NURSERIES- Kalimpong is famous for flower nurseries which export exotic flowers. Kalimpong is the only place in the region where many commercial flower nurseries are situated.

Overnight at Hotel.

DAY 5: KALIMPONG - BAGDOGRA

Day free for leisure and later continue your drive to Bagdogra to catch your flight/train towards onward destination.

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