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Are you looking for a mesmerizing hill station, the queen of mountains, “Darjeeling”? If yes, then look no further; we are My Trip Navigator. As one of the best Darjeeling tour operators based in Kolkata, our experienced Darjeeling team creates unforgettable customized Darjeeling tour packages from Mumbai. We have a variety of tour packages from Mumbai on offer. Whether you are planning a family vacation, a solo adventure, or a romantic honeymoon, we organize all kinds of Darjeeling tour packages from Mumbai. A Darjeeling trip from Mumbai is not just a vacation but also a feel of the sunlit view of Kanchenjunga over a cup of tea or a narrow railroad track in the misty pine and oak forest. We have included maximum tours and activities in our Darjeeling tour packages from Mumbai.
Darjeeling is not just a place but an experience in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas in the Indian state of West Bengal, a beautiful hill station with verdant tea gardens, picturesque vistas, and the iconic Toy Train. Set against the backdrop of the majestic Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world. Darjeeling offers an unforgettable experience of British colonial charm and vibrant local culture. The cool climate, lush greenery, and friendly locals make it a perfect year-round destination.
The best time to travel to Darjeeling is during the months of March to June, when the climate is pleasant. However, snow lovers prefer the months of September to December during the winter season when the weather is pleasant, the skies are clear, and the snow-capped Himalayas are clearly visible. We have advised against traveling during the months of July to August due to heavy rains and road closures. Apart from the rainy season, Darjeeling is an ideal destination all year round.
The hill station of Darjeeling in the Eastern Himalayas is well connected to major Indian cities by road, train, and air.
The Queen of Mountains, "Darjeeling," is only 70 km away from the nearest airport, Bagdogra. Bagdogra is one of the largest airports in northwest Bengal and is located in Siliguri. Bagdogra airport connects the entire northeast of India. There are regular flights from Mumbai. We offer our guests a Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai, which includes the airfare. When you fly from Bagdogra airport to Darjeeling, you can enjoy the scenic route through the tea plantations.
The nearest railroad station to Darjeeling, NJP, is connected to Mumbai via India’s largest railroad network, IRCTC. It is almost 63 km from New Jalpaiguri station to Darjeeling. With our offer, pick-up from NJP station and return transportation to the station are included in the Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai. If you want to experience the Darjeeling Himalayan Toy Train, book it yourself, or our team will help you with the booking.
The most scenic road journey in India is from Siliguri to Darjeeling, and Kalimpong and Gangtok are also connected to Darjeeling by road. Our Darjeeling tour package from Silliguri to Darjeeling takes you 63 km along the road, visiting Rohini Park, Paglajhora Waterfalls, and Shibkhola Tea Garden. It was a wonderful travel experience.
Darjeeling is not just a tourist destination. It is a feeling for the Indian tourist. Darjeeling is the mini Switzerland of India. Tourists love to visit the best places and enjoy the local culture and food. We have included the best places to visit in our Darjeeling tour packages from Mumbai, whether you are booking a Darjeeling family tour from Mumbai or a honeymoon tour. We have also organized a day trip to Darjeeling to nearby destinations like Gangtok, Kalimpong, Lachung, Lachen, and Pelling in Sikkim. With our customized Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai, we offer you the option to include multiple destinations.
Tiger Hill: The most iconic experience on a Darjeeling trip is watching the sunrise from Tiger Hill. The view of the morning sun rising over the Kanchenjunga Mountains is simply breathtaking. On days with the weather, you can even see Mount Everest. Stroll around the area after sunrise and enjoy the fresh air and tranquil surroundings.
Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: The toy train offers a ride through time itself and into the very real UNESCO World Heritage Site, giving you a nostalgic journey through the picturesque landscapes of Darjeeling. Riding the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway's toy train will make you feel like “Dil to Bacha Hai Ji." And don’t miss a stop at Ghum, the highest railroad station in India, where you can visit the Railway Museum.
Wildlife experience: This is home to globally rare and endangered species such as the red panda, the snow leopard, and the Tibetan wolf. For wildlife lovers, this zoo is a must-see. The zoo focuses on the conservation of wild animals in the Himalayas and offers a unique opportunity to get up close to these animals.
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park: The P N H Z P is also home to globally endangered species such as the red panda, snow leopard, and Tibetan wolf. For animal lovers, this place is a must-visit on a Darjeeling tour from Mumbai. The zoo focuses on the conservation of wild animals in the Himalayas and offers a unique opportunity to interact with these animals up close.
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute: The H M I is located on the premises of the zoo. This institute encourages and motivates mountaineering. There is also a museum with exhibits on the history of mountaineering.
Batasia Loop: The Batasia Loop is another impressive attraction through which the Toy Train travels in a circle, making a ‘U-shaped turn of about 360 degrees. It offers a picturesque view of the surrounding area and has artistic landscaping with gardens within the loop. There is a war memorial dedicated to the Gurkha soldiers.
Tea Gardens: A trip to Darjeeling is out of the question without visiting the tea gardens and planting tea. Organized tours of the tea plantations help you understand the process of tea preparation and also let you taste some of the best teas in the world. These lush green plantations set against the backdrop of mountains are a photographer's paradise. Among the most famous are Happy Valley Tea Estate, Makaibari Tea Estate, and Glenburn Tea Estate.
Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park: The two lushly landscaped parks are perfect for outings with loved ones. While Rock Garden features terraces, gardens, waterfalls, and walking trails, Ganga Maya Park offers boat rides and cultural performances, among other things.
Peace Pagoda: The Peace Pagoda, located on Jalapahar Hill, stands for the importance of peace and coexistence. It is an ideal place for meditation and introspection as it provides the right ambience for spiritual contemplation with the ideal panoramic view of Darjeeling, the serene view of the hills, and the peaceful stupa-like structure of the Buddhist shrine.
Japanese Temple: Also called Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple, it is ideal for finding a quiet spot near the Peace Pagoda. The wooden construction, the noise of the prayer drums, and the complete silence around it have a very harmonious effect.
Sandakphu Trek: The most famous trekking route in Darjeeling is the Sandakphu Trek, which offers breathtaking views of four of the five highest peaks in the world: Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse, and Makalu. The trek takes you through picturesque villages, rhododendron forests, and alpine meadows.
Singalila Ridge Trek: The Singalila is also one of the most important trekking routes in Darjeeling, offering sweeping 360-degree views and passing through the famous Singalila National Park with its characteristically diverse flora and fauna.
Teesta River Rafting: If you are an adventure lover, experience the thrill of whitewater rafting on the Teesta River with our customized Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai. The scenic beauty of the mountains and the forested river make your Darjeeling trip from Mumbai an added adventure.
Bird's eye view: Good news for adventurers who want to enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas from a bird's eye view. Paragliding, one such adventure activity, is included in our Adventure Mumbai to Darjeeling package.
Take a colorful Darjeeling trip from Mumbai; you can experience the local cuisine. The local cuisine is unique and different, influenced by Tibetan, Nepalese, and Bengali flavors. You will love them all.
Momos: A trip to Darjeeling is incomplete without trying momos—a local favorite of steamed Tibetan dumplings. Try them—sstuffed, fried, or as a steaming snack—wwith vegetables, minced chicken or pork, and a hot, spicy chutney.
Thukpa: A delicious Tibetan dish that is very famous in Darjeeling’s cold weather. It is a kind of noodles in a thick soup with vegetables and meat. Thukpa is considered the perfect meal for such a winter chill.
Churpee: A type of traditional cheese made from yak milk, it is a popular local snack that is drunk with tea. When chewed, it is rich and a little spicy.
Darjeeling tea: Any trip to Darjeeling is incomplete without tasting the famous Darjeeling tea. Visit the local tea stores and cafes to enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Darjeeling tea. The city offers a wide range of teas, from first flush to autumn flush, each with its own unique flavor profile.
Aloo Dum and Sel Roti: Sel Roti is a traditional Nepalese homemade sweet, and Aloo Dum is a traditional Bengali spicy potato curry. Try these popular street foods at local stalls. Served with sel roti, a traditional Nepalese rice bread.
Handicrafts: Darjeeling is a great place to shop for local handicrafts such as Tibetan rugs, woolen shawls, and hand-knitted sweaters.
Tea: Darjeeling tea is world famous; a trip to Darjeeling is incomplete without buying tea. You buy the packets of the famous Darjeeling tea from the local stores or directly from the tea plantations.
Chowrasta and Mall Road: This is the heart of Darjeeling, where you can shop for a variety of items, from clothes and accessories to books and souvenirs. The lively atmosphere and breathtaking views make shopping here a delightful experience.
Bhutia Market: This market is known for its woolen products, especially shawls, scarves, and sweaters that are hand-knitted by the local Bhutia community.
Here are some of the best hotels in Darjeeling, which is known for its tourist attractions and budget accommodation.
Glenburn Tea Estate: To eat, drink, and relax, Glenburn offers a royal touch in its colonial-style bungalows, a specially landscaped tea garden, a magnificent view of the Himalayas, guided tours of the tea estates, nature walks, etc.
The Elgin: The ambience of this historic hotel is very antique. The Elgin has large, comfortable rooms, beautiful gardens, and highly professional staff.
Mayfair Darjeeling: The Mayfair Darjeeling is a good hotel with tastefully furnished rooms, modern facilities, and an excellent strategic location.
Windamere Hotel: This is one of the oldest hotels on Observatory Hill. The individual rooms are cozy, and it has a more traditional feel than its modern counterpart, with the views of the surrounding hills being a major attraction.
Hotel Seventeen: It is an economy-class hotel with clean, spacious rooms decorated in traditional Tibetan style while having all the amenities you need.
Golden Orchid Homestay: For a more personal touch, you can book a homestay, for example, Golden Orchid. This is a very pleasant and clean homestay run by a Sri Lankan family, with very comfortable rooms and very tasty traditional food.
Environmentally friendly stays: Tathagata Farm is an eco-sustainable resort located away from the city. The farmhouse accommodation offers an all-encompassing nature experience. Apart from quality and affordable hotel and house rentals, tourists can also enjoy organic farming, nature walks, and bird watching. It is an eco-friendly resort just outside the city. This farm stay offers an all-encompassing nature experience. In addition to comfortable accommodation, you can enjoy organic farming, nature walks, and bird watching.
Singtom Tea Estate & Resort: Offering an eco-friendly atmosphere, comfortable rooms, and tea tours, Singtom is perfect for a stay amidst the green tea plantations.
Mirik Lake: Located about 50 km from Darjeeling, Mirik Lake is perhaps one of the most impressive day trips in the Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai. This serene and beautiful lake is located in a region surrounded by pine trees that have been leveled around the water body. It is mesmerizing to take a slow boat ride across the lake or a slow walk around the lake.
Tea Gardens: There is also a tourist attraction in Mirik, namely the tea gardens, where visitors are shown the processing and other activities of tea production. There is also no doubt that the scenic beauty of these gardens and their surroundings make for an impressive Darjeeling tour.
Deolo Hill: From Deolo Hill, one of the most popular paragliding spots, you have a breathtaking view of the valleys and rivers stretching in all directions. The top of the hill is an ideal place to have a picnic in the beautiful park there.
Durpin Monastery: This monastery is also called Zang Dhok Palri Phodang Monastery and is a central point of religious significance in the Kalimpong region. The monastery offers an excellent opportunity to view the Teesta River and the nearby hills.
Lamahatta Eco Park: is a beautiful place in itself. Lamahatta is also known for a well-maintained eco park with trekking routes, a holy dal, and a beautiful garden. Popular with tourists who prefer to stay close to nature and seek relaxation.
Tea Plantations: A visit to the neighboring tea plantations to see the sights and get a feel for the production of organic tea is also an option for the Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai.
Pemayangtse Monastery: Located in the district of West Sikkim, Pelling is a town of monasteries overlooking the Kanchenjunga. Pemayangtse Monastery is one of the oldest and most visited monasteries in Sikkim.
Rabdentse ruins: Sikkim alone offers great historical and cultural sites of the ancient capital, which are now just ruins.
Altitude and acclimatization: The altitude of Darjeeling is more or less 2,042 meters, or 6,700 feet. However, it is not very high, and some travelers may experience mild symptoms of altitude sickness. Therefore, it is always advisable to take it easy when you arrive, drink plenty of water, and avoid drinking too much alcohol during your Darjeeling trip.
Pack the essentials.
Clothes: It can rain all year round. Although it is very hot in summer, it can be very cold in the early morning and evening. Take some layers with you, for example, a warm jacket and pants, woolen socks, and a hat. Therefore, it is imperative to pack Darjeeling clothes during the winter season.
Footwear: When trekking or traveling in Baron soil, good footwear is usually essential for hiking.
Other: Do not forget to pack your sunscreen and gels, umbrellas, and raincoats for the monsoon, as well as your required and prescribed medicines.
Water: Drink only bottled or protected water on your trip to Darjeeling to avoid contact with contaminated water. The best part is that we provide bottled water to our guests during sightseeing and transfer.
Local cuisine: While the cuisine in Darjeeling is usually very safe, people with very sensitive stomachs should eat freshly cooked street food. We usually offer a Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai that includes dinner and breakfast at the hotels. Local dishes are also available there.
Waste Disposal: Help maintain the cleanliness of Darjeeling city. Reduce the use of plastic and participate in eco-friendly processes to make an eco-friendly Darjeeling tour. Be a responsible tourist.
Wildlife: While animal spotting or visiting a national park, abide by the rules of wildlife watching and respect the environment.
Are you ready to be mesmerized by the breathtaking beauty of the mighty Himalayas? My Trip Navigator's Darjeeling package from Mumbai offers you a once-in-a-lifetime experience in this Himalayan region with breathtaking landscapes and a thrilling ride on the Darjeeling Toy Train. Families and honeymooners will love this package as it gives them time to see the snow-capped Kanchenjunga and watch the process of tea preparation. The Mall Road offers a glimpse of leisure with the local stores, bookstores, and street food joints. The major places of interest included in the Darjeeling package are presented by My Trip Navigator: Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and Batasia Loop. Nature lovers can catch a glimpse of endangered species at the Himalayan Zoological Park. With the package, you will also experience the breathtaking sunrise at Tiger Hill and climb at Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock. To have an unforgettable experience, book the Darjeeling Tour Package from Mumbai now.
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