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Darjeeling UNESCO Toy Train Steam Safari Tour — Darjeeling
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Darjeeling UNESCO Toy Train Steam Safari Tour

Ride the historic 1881 UNESCO World Heritage Darjeeling Himalayan Railway vintage steam joyride from Darjeeling to Ghoom.

Destination 📍 Darjeeling
Duration ⏱️ 3 Days / 2 Nights
Starting Price Starting From ₹8,999 Onwards
Best Time To Visit 🗓️ Year-round (Best: Oct - May)
Assigned Vehicle 🚘 Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios / Innova

About This Tour

Step back in time aboard the world-famous Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR). Experience the vintage steam engine puffing through hillside neighborhoods, stopping at scenic Batasia Loop war memorial and India's highest railway station at Ghoom (7,407 ft), coupled with tea tasting and heritage colonial walks.

Places Covered

📍 Darjeeling Railway Station 📍 Batasia Loop 📍 Ghoom Railway Station & Museum 📍 DHR Workshop 📍 Chowrasta 📍 Windamere colonial walk 📍 Keventer's Terrace

Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Darjeeling & Colonial Walk

Scenic drive from Siliguri. Check in and visit Keventer's historic open-air terrace and Chowrasta colonial heritage buildings.

Route / Stops: NJP/Bagdogra → Darjeeling

Overnight: Darjeeling

Day 2

DHR Steam Joyride & Ghoom Rail Museum

Board the 2-hour UNESCO Steam Toy Train Joyride. Experience Batasia loop photo stop and explore DHR Rail Heritage Museum at Ghoom. Afternoon tea estate visit.

Route / Stops: Darjeeling Station → Batasia Loop → Ghoom Station → Happy Valley

Overnight: Darjeeling

Day 3

Tea Souvenir Shopping & Departure

Morning shopping for authentic Darjeeling Muscatel tea before departure transfer to NJP/Bagdogra.

Route / Stops: Darjeeling → Siliguri / NJP / Bagdogra

Overnight: Departure

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in Package

  • Dedicated Private Vehicle for Transfers & Sightseeing
  • Driver Allowance, Fuel & Tolls
  • Pickup & Drop at NJP/Bagdogra

Package Excludes

  • DHR Toy Train Joyride tickets (can be booked via IRCTC)
  • Hotels & meals

Transport, Vehicle & Permit Notes

🚘 Assigned Vehicle: Swift Dzire / Toyota Etios / Innova

📋 Important Notes & Permits: Valid government photo ID (Voter ID/Passport for Bhutan; Aadhaar/Passport for Northeast) required for permits.

👥 Ideal For: Train Enthusiasts, Families with Kids, Heritage Lovers, Couples

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