Darjeeling Tour Packages

A trip to Darjeeling can be your perfect getaway. Here, apart from covering the main tourist attractions during your Darjeeling sightseeing, you can also experience some interesting activities that will add fun and excitement to your holiday!

Darjeeling Toy Train Joy Ride

One of the best ways to enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Darjeeling is to take a short joy ride on the famous Toy Train in Darjeeling. The Darjeeling Toy Train is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site which makes it a popular tourist attraction. Riding this narrow gauge train will be a unique experience. Witness nature at its best as the train passes through the awe-inspiring Bastia Loop on the way to Ghoom monastery. One can also witness the arresting views of the distant Himalayan peaks covered in snow and the stunning peaks of Kanchenjunga mountain. This experience can be enjoyed with family and friends, especially if you are visiting with kids. It is also ideal for couples and can be included in your Darjeeling honeymoon package.

Visit to a Tea Estate 

Explore one of the charming and verdant tea-estates of Darjeeling and get an opportunity to witness the process of tea-manufacturing. Enjoy a guided tour of a tea-estate as you explore the sprawling tea-plantation, discover various types of tea and get a glimpse into the process of how a variety of brews are produced. The guide will tell you how each variety is grown, how the leaves are picked carefully and how they are then processed to get ready for the perfect brew. You can also buy your favourite brew that you can make in your own home. A visit to a tea-estate is a refreshing experience that you must add to your Darjeeling tour package.

Stroll around Mall road

For local shopping and picturesque surroundings, the Mall road is one of the best places to visit in Darjeeling. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the winding Mall road of Darjeeling. The road, lined with many local shops and branded outlets, is a perfect place to buy various items, from handicrafts to souvenirs to clothes. You can also indulge in street food, especially momos and Thukpa. There are benches by the roadside where people can relax and enjoy the views of the surrounding natural beauty and the distant Himalayan peaks against the backdrop of vanilla sky. The ‘Chowrasta’, which means ‘four roads’ is lined by restaurants, book stores, curio shops and numerous vendors selling artefacts and other collectibles along the street.

Eat at a Beatles-themed restaurant

If you are an ardent fan of the Beatles, then you must visit this unique eatery in Darjeeling called Revolver Restaurant. It is a Beatles-themed restaurant which is famous for its homely ambience and authentic Naga and Nepali cuisine. They also serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with a set menu. The food here is extremely hygienic, pocket-friendly and prepared delicately. Apart from their delectable food, you must also try their coffee as it is the only restaurant in Darjeeling that serves hand made fresh coffee with roasted beans. Do visit this cosy restaurant on your Darjeeling trip.

Take a Tibetan food walk

Treat your taste buds to the simple yet delicious flavours of Tibetan cuisine in Darjeeling. Take a Tibetan food walk and explore many local eateries and restaurant that serve authentic Tibetan food. On your food walk do try the delicious momos, savoury Thukpa, the popular Tibetan Tea which is a blend of tea and butter, and Chaang, a traditional Tibetan alcohol. The Kunga Restaurant, Dekevas and Hasty Tasty are some of the best eateries in Darjeeling where you can have your fill of delightful Tibetan food. If you are in Darjeeling, then taking a food walk is one of the best ways to discover various Tibetan delicacies.

Visit a Tea Bar

Being one of the top tea producers in the world, Darjeeling boasts of some of the finest variety of teas. Your trip to Darjeeling would be incomplete without a visit to one of the tea bars to try a fine cup of Darjeeling tea. Golden Tulips Tea Lounge and the Nathmull’s Sunset Tea Lounge are two of the best tea bars in Darjeeling. You can order tea by the cup or pot along with snacks like muffins and cookies. Enjoy your tea iced or hot as you relax on a comfortable lounge sofa. These bars also have souvenir sections which sell tea accessories and manufactured tea that visitors can buy.

Shop at the Tibetan Self Help Centre and Bhutia Market

If you want to buy the local and unique items of Darjeeling, then the Tibetan Self Help Centre and Bhutia Market, are two of the best places to visit in Darjeeling. At the Tibetan Self Centre, which was established to support Tibetan refugees, you can buy a variety of Tibetan items like handicrafts, woolen shawls and carpets, leather jackets, coats, carved wooden souvenirs, hand painted scenery etc. Bhutia market is another market which is popular for selling genuine woolen clothes like sweaters, scarves, and caps at prices that are too good to be true. Visit these two markets to satisfy your appetite for shopping.

Go rock climbing

Challenge yourself and go rock climbing in Darjeeling. Climb up the natural rock formations to test your strength and endurance. You can try rock climbing at Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock which are the only natural rock formations in Darjeeling. Both amateurs and experienced climbers can try this activity. You will be provided with all necessary safety equipment and a professional instructor. Enjoy a rock climbing experience and capture the adventurous moment in your camera once you reach the summit. This is a fun activity to try with family and friends and visitors can add it to their Darjeeling tour package while booking it.

Take an excursion to Mirik

After a drive through beautiful green meadows, valleys and pine trees, you will arrive at ‘Mirik’. This spot is famous for its climate, beauty and easy accessibility. Enjoy a little treat of boating and canoeing at the Sumendu Lake or, trek through the trails of Darjeeling’s enchanted forests. The Kawlay Dara view point in Mirik not only overlooks lush green terrain but also gives remarkable views of the snow-clad Himalayan mountain ranges.

A trip to Darjeeling can revive your senses, with its many naturally scenic, culinary and cultural treats. Whether you are looking for a Darjeeling honeymoon package, a Darjeeling package for families, or a Sikkim and Darjeeling tour package, you will find a wide selection on MakeMyTrip. So get set for your Darjeeling trip now!

If you’re ready to be overwhelmed by the hypnotizing beauty of the majestic Himalayas, then plan your Darjeeling holidays now. The mesmerising hill station of Darjeeling has a plethora of places to visit and things to do, to make your vacation a memorable one. Darjeeling package with MakeMyTrip offers you the best of deals and discounts and customisation options for maximum benefits. Owing to its breath-taking natural beauty, the quaint hill station is very popular among honeymooners. If you are planning your Darjeeling tours with family and kids, then do take a joyous ride on the Darjeeling Toy Train and experience the stunning views of the snowy Kanchenjunga mountain. Add a unique experience to your Darjeeling tours by visiting a tea estate to witness the tea-manufacturing process along with capturing some instagrammable pictures. For a leisurely stroll, the Mall Road is the best place to visit. You can buy beautiful souvenirs from the curio shops, relax at a bookstore, sip the world-famous Darjeeling tea, and indulge in some lip-smacking street food while soaking in all the beauty of the Himalayan peaks in Chowrasta. Savour the warmth of the hot noodle soup and beat the cold with mouth-watering momos along with a spicy dip. Get transported to another era as you walk through the colonial structures and heritage schools. Darjeeling package includes tours to important tourist attractions like Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Batasia Loop and more. Wildlife enthusiasts must-visit Himalayan Zoological Park to see some of the endangered Himalayan flora and fauna. Make your Darjeeling tours worthwhile by experiencing the sensational sunrise at Tiger Hill. Add some adventure by trying rock climbing at Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock. So, ditch the city crowds and plan your Darjeeling package now!