Imagine being in a quaint town with a gorgeous view of the snow-capped Sleeping Buddha Range, and hearing the whistles of a distant train. Or dream about sipping some of the finest teas of the world selected and curated specially for you from the rolling tea gardens on the hills amidst which you have decided to stay. Yes, Queen of Hills, Darjeeling, translated from Tibetan means the land of thunderbolts. The beautiful hill station was once an upon a time part of Nepal before East India Company decided to acquire it.

Located in the Northern side of West Bengal, this beauty is an all-year-round destination, depending on the kind of tourists and travelers it aims to attract. If you are confused about which season to choose, Frontiers Beyond will be happy to guide you and be your advisor. The dash of rhododendrons and other wildflowers can be a festival of colors during March and April. While the summer months boast of clear skies and pleasantly cool weather where you get to style with your warm and woolens. The rainy season next drapes the land in a veil of mists and clouds rendering the not-so-touristy season romantic as well as mysterious. And then comes the season for some best mountain viewing- the autumn. All the lofty mountain peaks like Kanchenzhongha shines in all their glory.

Lastly, the 4 months of wintry chills start in November and end in February. Soft cotton snowy flakes come down from the skies very often and adults and children alike love to revel in the Tiger Hill region and don’t forget to get hold of some juicy and pulpy oranges which are famous in Darjeeling.

The nearest Airport to Darjeeling is  Bagdogra International Airport, and the nearest railway station is Siliguri. But interestingly, from Siliguri, you can choose to take the conventional broad gauge railway or the fun toy train that whistles and goes up the winding roads of the hills for nearly 7 hours to help you reach Darjeeling. Siliguri, on the other hand, is very well connected to Kolkata, one of the metro cities of India.

People choose to spend 2 to 7 days in Darjeeling, however, we feel lazying around in this dreamy town for a month can also feel short.

Located 11 km from Darjeeling, Tiger Hill is absolutely gorgeous and can give you some amazing moments to click during sunrise. To capture some of the amazing vistas, hop on to the watch tower and experience the skies changing their colors from golden hues to bright sunny orange shades.

For history enthusiasts, the war memorial in Batasia loop is a great destination where the toy train takes a dramatic 360-degree turn. And you can pay your homage to the Gorkha soldiers who did not think twice before laying down their lives for serving their country during the war. For small mementos for your loved ones, there are quaint-looking shops outside batasia loop.

When in Darjeeling, you just can’t afford to miss mall road. It is the center of the action. From horse rides to shopping extravaganza and some “ touch me now” moments with Kanchenzhongha are your best bets. The mall road is the vibrating lifeline of Darjeeling that renders its distinct identity.

For the wildlife enthusiast, a day can be very well spent in the perfectly maintained zoological garden of Darjeeling that houses animals like Snow leopards, Siberian Tigers, the very cute red pandas, mountain goats, Himalayan black bears, Tibetan wolves, and many endangered species that are particularly found in cold climates. It is the highest mountain zoo in India.

The Himalayan Mountaineering institute is your go-to place if you are an adventure junkie who loves to scale high mountain passes and peaks. And to catch a glimpse of the tumbling waterfalls the Barbotey rock Garden can be a marvelous site. Beautifully carved across the mountains, a rock garden with ample seating options and exploration opportunities awaits you.

To catch sight of heritage and religious places we highly recommend the peace pagoda and the Ghum monastery. The tranquillity of the place can embalm the most bruised souls.

During your stay, we can definitely recommend some beautiful tea estates where you can also grab a cup and sip the beauty and warmth of Darjeeling. And to get a taste of some lip-smacking delicacies prepared with utmost love, we highly recommend Glenarys. Ardent Darjeeling lovers can absolutely vouch for this place. A combination of modern and old-world charm, this place has been a haven when it comes to English breakfast, the finest smoothies, and some amazing tea and baked items.

If you have enough time we can plan a Kalimpong trip or Gangtok trip for you and your company in the most memorable way and ensure it is something to hold dearly all throughout your life.

Well! we at Frontiers Beyond just can’t stop gushing about Darjeeling, but trust us we know the nooks and crannies and can curate the amazing fairy tale for you with various options of stays. Darjeeling always surprises and never ever fails to amaze its loving visitors.