Darjeeling is one of the best destinations in India visited by millions of tourists every year. It is one of the best hill stations in India and is known as the queen of hills.

Want to travel to Darjeeling now?

If you are wondering whether you can travel to Darjeeling now or not then the answer is yes. You can visit Darjeeling even in winter. However here is something that you must keep in mind.

What to keep in mind while your trip to Darjeeling in winter?

Winters become foggy and snowy in the city. So, to get most of your trip and keep yourself safe at the same time. Here is what you can do.

You should always keep a check on the weather of the city; for the current day and the coming 10 days as well. You can also check if you already have these items on your packing list for your trip or not.

Watch this video to know how to finish your 3 Days Darjeeling trip for just Rs 4000 in just 5 mins.

What do you need to pack for the trip to Darjeeling?

• Boots 
• Waterproof bags
• Winter cap
• Waterproof Jacket
• Raincoat/Umbrella

You may also check this complete Packing list for Darjeeling.

Once you are done with this checklist of items you are ready to start your trip to Darjeeling. But what can you expect in there? I mean, what are the things that you are going to see in Darjeeling if you go now?

What can you expect in Darjeeling on your trip?

Freezing wind and cloudy weather are the first things you will encounter in the city. Rest is the beauty of the place. Tea leaves will be getting plucked and if you are lucky enough you might witness that too.

I visited in October and then the tea farms were full of tea plants which was making a picturesque view all over the area.

What you can do in Darjeeling?

There are an endless number of places you can visit, be it natural or man-made. There are multiple beautiful monasteries in the city which have a very pleasant vibe and are a must-visit place for everyone.

Here is a list of places to explore in Darjeeling

Kangchenjanga View Point:

This is the heart of Darjeeling and the main reason for any tourist to visit Darjeeling. The sunrise from this viewpoint is heavenly. From this viewpoint, you will get to see the sun rising from the mountains. The view of the third-highest mountain peak is no less than heaven at the time of sunrise.

Batasia Loop:

If you would ask for a place in Darjeeling which is best for exploring the art and culture of the city and also has a natural beauty included is Batasia Loop. Here you can try local dresses only at a minimal cost of 50₹ that too for as long as you want and just return and pay when you are leaving the place.

Rock Garden:

This garden is different from any garden you could have seen. The reason we call it Rock garden is because it is built by cutting rocks near a waterfall. It makes the waterfall more attractive and eye-catching. There are passages built around the waterfall which are outstanding and make it very easy to explore the waterfall and the place itself.

Tiger Hill:

It is around 21 km from the Darjeeling railway station and the chauk bazaar. Tiger hill is a hilly area in Darjeeling developed as a viewpoint from where the world’s third-highest mountain peak, the Kangchenjunga, is visible.

Dali Monastery or the Druk ngagsang choling Monastery:

This is one of the best Monasteries in Darjeeling and a must-visit place for any tourist. It comes with a complete package for a visitor. It is a monastery and hence you will get to see the temple of Lord Buddha which is very magnificent.

Kurseong:

Happy Valley Tea Estate: This is on the Lebong Cart road and not more than 1km from the main road. This place is basically a tea garden but it is so huge that it is called a tea estate and gives you a magnificent view of the tea garden and the clouds and the mountains.

You can check the full list of the top places to visit in Darjeeling by clicking on the link.

While covering all these locations there must be some amount that you need to keep with you for the trip. Here is a clear trip cost guide for that.

How much you will have to spend for the Darjeeling trip?

Well, although it depends on the way of travelling. But on average it will cost you 3500 to 4000rs/person.

Or see this Darjeeling Trip Cost to get a complete fair break up for the trip.

Conclusion:

Here is what I thing about visiting Darjeeling in winters.

If you wish to explore Darjeeling in low cost and you have enough time that you can spend on your trip then winter can be good. Why I am saying this because, winters are offseason for a hill station.

Although the price may go a little low but a visitor also must adjust with the experience of the trip. How? That is already discussed in the post above.

So, if you are planning to visit Darjeeling in winters then do not get deceived by the high-quality pictures. What I want is that you must know what are you going to expect on your trip.

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