Darjeeling was the British Raj's summer capital, and the toy train is one of the key attractions for tourists planning a vacation to Darjeeling.
Mount Kanchenjunga and other snow-capped summits are the queen of hills' pendant necklaces. Tiger Hill, at an elevation of 8442 feet, is Darjeeling's highest point and attracts tourists with its mind-blowing sunrise.
The best time to see the sparkling snow-covered spectacular Kanchenjunga with its mountain range and the reflection of the first ray of sun at Mount Everest's top. The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Botanical Garden, Batasia Loop, Darjeeling ropeway, Darjeeling Rock Garden, Ghoom Monastery, and Natural History Museum are among must-see attractions in Darjeeling.
The Glenary's restaurant and bar in West Bengal's Darjeeling is one of the most beautiful eateries in India that offers mesmerizing natural beauty around it. It is known for its beautiful colonial-era architecture and its panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including the famous Kanchenjunga. The restaurant is also famous for its traditional Darjeeling tea.
Rhododendron too is a common sight in these hills. Moreover, these hilly slopes are home to many medicinal plants such as Aconitum ferox, Adhatoda vasica, Artemisia vulgaris, Berginia ciliata, Hedychium spicatum, Sapindus mukorossi, Taxus baccata, and Zingiber cassumunar.
Accommodation Options
- Hotel Broadway
- The Bellevue Hotel
- Retreat Wind Horse
- Hill Crown Retreat
- Hotel Mohit
Taxi Stands in Darjeeling
- Upper Clubside taxi stand just below Planter's Club
- Lower Clubside taxi stand on Laden La Road and next to Gandhi Road traffic point
- Motor Stand on Lebong Cart Road near Chowk Bazar
Temporary Update
Toy Train Service Resumption: Regular DHR toy train services between New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and Darjeeling are expected to resume on October 1, 2024, after a suspension of almost three months. For fare tariffs for the daily round trip from Darjeeling to Ghum, passenger train, and special coach bookings, please visit the DHR fare details page.
Reason for Suspension: The services were suspended on July 5 due to a section of NH110 (formerly NH55) sinking near Paglajhora, a waterfall between Sukna and Kurseong, which posed safety risks as the DHR tracks run parallel to the highway.
Ongoing Restoration Efforts: DHR authorities are working to restore the tracks near Paglajhora, with an expected completion by September 30, allowing for service resumption from October 1.
Impact on Tourism: The suspension has caused concerns among stakeholders in the tourism industry, as the toy train is a major attraction for visitors to Darjeeling.
Joy Ride Services: Despite the suspension of regular services, the 14km joy ride between Darjeeling and Ghoom has remained operational, with eight joy rides running daily. Authorities plan to increase the number of joy rides to 12 daily from October 1.
Highway Inspection: Bengal PWD and Union ministry officials inspected a cave-in at Swetijhora on NH10 to assess road restoration work, which has been affecting traffic on the highway since late Monday.
For hotels, transportation & trekking, tourists can contact Amber Singh of D.B.S. Tours & Travels, ISKCON Mandir Road, near Sachitra Bhawan, Siliguri. You can reach him at 9475549877 or 8509505775, or email at