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West Bengal · most people spend 5–7 days
DarjeelingTravel guide · tours · day trips · things to do
A Hill Retreat in West Bengal
Good forMountainsNatureTrekkingAdventureRomance
Our own itineraries · private car and driver throughout · real photographs only
Most people spend 5–7 days From ₹18,500 per person 40 itineraries include Darjeeling West Bengal
The short version
About Darjeeling
Darjeeling is a city in West Bengal.
Darjeeling has 12 places to visit, including Ghoom, Ghum railway museum and Darjeeling, 80 places to stay and 6 travel agents.
Darjeeling is best known for Tiger Hill, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway and Batasia Loop. Most visitors give it 5–7 days.
It combines well with Asansol, Bakkhali, Bankura and Barasat, all within a day of Darjeeling.
Worth knowing
- State
- West Bengal
- Good for
- Mountains, Nature, Trekking, Adventure
- Typical stay
- 5–7 days
Last updated 2 October 2026 · Compiled by The Trip India from verified listings, destination records and traveller reviews.
- Visit Darjeeling during winter for pleasant weather
- Hire a local guide for the best experience
What people come for
Places to visit in Darjeeling
These are the Darjeeling sights our own itineraries actually visit, ranked by how often they appear — so the order reflects what a Darjeeling trip really includes.
Bookable on their own
Day trips in Darjeeling
Short outings that book on their own — no package needed. Each is a one-day trip from Darjeeling with a private car and driver.
Weather and seasons
Best time to visit Darjeeling
The year divides into three seasons, and each changes what there is to do.
WinterNov-Feb
SummerMar-May
MonsoonJun-Sep
Nov-FebWinter
8–18°C
≈25 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Mar-MaySummer
14–26°C
≈238 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
Jun-SepMonsoon
19–25°C
≈1212 mm rain
0 deg45 deg
What it costs
- Budget
- ₹800/day
- Mid-range
- ₹2,000/day
- Luxury
- ₹5,000+/day
Is Darjeeling safe?
Darjeeling is generally safe for tourists.
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Who to book with
Popular travel agencies in Darjeeling
Local operators based in Darjeeling, promoted first.
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Places to visit near Darjeeling
Real photographs only
Darjeeling photos
Every image below is a real photograph from one of our Darjeeling itineraries. Stand-in image files are never shown.
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Darjeeling — the Queen of the Hills
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