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Darjeeling Tour Packages
In the land of the Mystic Thunderbolt
Often called the Queen of Himalayas, Darjeeling affords unparalleled views
of these majestic mountains. The snow-clad Kanchenjunga. ranges, which turn
orange-gold in the early morning sun, provide an unforgettable sight. A
highlight of a visit to Darjeeling is a trip to tiger Hill before the break
of dawn, to see the sun rise over Mount Everest, the highest mountain peak
in the world.In the region around Darjeeling can be seen a wide variety
of wild flowers, orchids, rhododendrons and ferns. Treks from Darjeeling
yield rich rewards to the nature lover in search of rare flora.A trip on
the "Toy Train" from new Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling is a rare experience
of travel on a 2 - ft. gauge railway at 15 km. per hour passing through
bazaars and village streets.
WHAT TO SEE
» Lloyd Botanical Gardens with spectacular ferns, rhododendrons
and multitudes of trees and plants. Also an Orchid House.
» Observatory Hill for a magnificent view of the Kanchenjunga ranges.
» Dhirdham Temple built in the Nepali style.
» Himalayan Mountaineering Institute where mountaineers are being
trained , of which the late Tenzing Norgay, who was one of the two to
first conquer Everest, was the Director.
» The Zoological Park which has high altitude animals.
» Batasia Loop from where one can see the Toy Railway, wind its
way.
» Darjeeling-Rangeet Valley Ropeway, which links Darjeeling with
Singla Bazaar.
» Lebong Race Course, one of the smallest and highest race courses
in the world.
» Happy Valley Tea Estate (3 km. ) to see tea being produce.
EXCURSIONS
» Ghoom Monastery (8 km.). Built in the Tibetan style, it enshrines
a statue of the Maitreya Buddha.
» Tiger Hills (11 km.), to see sunshine over Mount Everest and
the Kanchenjunga ranges.
» Takdah (26 km.) where there are several nurseries growing Himalayan
Orchids.
» Kurseong (32 km.) a charming health resort.
» Mirik (49 km.) is a hill station 1800 meters (6000 ft.) high
with a beautiful lake in the centre.
» Kalimpong (51 km.), another hill resort, is reached by a fascinating
journey through tea estate, winding roads and several view points from
where the Himalayas can be viewed.
» Sandakphu (58 km.) at a height of 3657 meters (12,190 ft.). A
favourite with trekkers. Affords glorious view of the Himalayan peaks.
(There are Trekkers Huts along the route.)
» Gangtok Sea (139 km.), the capital of Sikkim, a state of great
scenic beauty.
» Jaldapara Wild Life Sanctuary (224 km.) and the Dooars. Trained
elephants are available to take visitors around the sanctuary where the
rare one-horned rhino can be seen.
FESTIVALS OF SPECIAL LOCAL INTEREST
» Buddha Jayanti (May), the birth anniversary of the Buddha is a
great event, colorfully celebrated at the various Buddhist monasteries.
» Tea Festival (September).
SHOPPING
Locally made carpets, woolen and leather handicrafts made by hill people
are very attractive. Hand-knit pure wool sweaters and caps are available
as also a wide range of Tibetan handicrafts and tankhas (painted scrolls).
ENTERTAINMENT
Several organisations stage the classical colorful Kathakali and Mohiniattam,
Ottamthullal and Koodiyattam dances daily in various part of the city,
some specially for tourists.
SPORTS
The Himalayan Training Institute holds demonstrations in the season of
mountain-climbing etc. There are many number of Himalayan Treks which
can be undertaken from Darjeeling as the base. A popular one is to Sandakphu
by different trekking routs. the best season for treks are April-May and
October-November.
Darjeeling Tour Packages, Reservation Form
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