Planning the Queen of the Hills? This ready Darjeeling tour plan covers a day-by-day itinerary, the best time to visit, how to reach from Kolkata, indicative costs, and practical tips for a smooth hill holiday.
Sample 4-day plan
Day 1 arrive & Mall Road; Day 2 Tiger Hill sunrise, Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, zoo & HMI; Day 3 toy train joy ride & tea gardens; Day 4 departure. The full ready-to-book version is our Darjeeling tour package from Kolkata.
Best time to visit
March–May for clear skies and flowers; October–December for crisp Kanchenjunga views. Winters are cold with occasional snow at higher points.
How to reach from Kolkata
Take an overnight train or a flight to NJP/Bagdogra, then a scenic 3–4 hour drive to Darjeeling. We arrange the pick-up and the full hill leg.
Costs
A 4-day Darjeeling trip costs around ₹13,999–₹22,000 per person (from NJP) including hotels, transfers and sightseeing; add train/flight from Kolkata.
Travel tips
Pre-book the toy train, start early for Tiger Hill, carry warm layers year-round, and buy genuine Darjeeling tea from reputed estates.
Combine with Sikkim
Darjeeling pairs perfectly with Gangtok/Kalimpong — see our Sikkim package from Kolkata and Sikkim travel guide to plan a combo.
Frequently Asked Questions
3–4 days cover Tiger Hill, the toy train, tea gardens and local sightseeing. Add days to include Kalimpong, Mirik or Sikkim.
March–May and October–December offer the clearest Kanchenjunga views and pleasant weather.
Overnight train or flight to NJP/Bagdogra, then a 3–4 hour scenic drive. EvoTripX arranges the entire hill leg.
Yes — Darjeeling + Gangtok/Kalimpong is a very popular combo from Kolkata, planned as one seamless trip.
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