Darjeeling is a captivating Himalayan hill station celebrated for its dramatic mountain scenery, colonial character and world-renowned tea. Set among rolling green hills, the town offers spectacular views of the Eastern Himalayas, especially around Tiger Hill at sunrise. Explore the historic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Batasia Loop, Ghoom and lively Chowrasta. Its charming streets, monasteries, tea estates and cool mountain climate make Darjeeling an ideal introduction to the Eastern Himalayan experience.

Mirik is a peaceful hill town surrounded by pine forests, tea plantations and mist-covered mountains. At its heart lies beautiful Mirik Lake, creating a tranquil setting for a leisurely stop during the journey from Darjeeling toward Nepal. The surrounding countryside is dotted with tea gardens, small villages and forested slopes. Less crowded than Darjeeling, Mirik offers a relaxed glimpse into the natural beauty and quiet rhythm of North Bengal's Himalayan foothills.

Pashupatinagar is a small border settlement connecting India's Darjeeling region with eastern Nepal. Located amid lush Himalayan foothills and tea-growing landscapes, it provides a fascinating transition between the two countries. Crossing here introduces travellers to Nepal's peaceful eastern hills, where mountain villages, plantations and winding roads replace the busier landscapes of North Bengal. Its location makes Pashupatinagar particularly appealing for journeys linking Darjeeling with Ilam and Nepal's eastern tea country.

Ilam is one of eastern Nepal's most picturesque hill destinations, renowned for its rolling tea plantations, lush forests and peaceful mountain environment. Often associated with Nepal's tea culture, the region is filled with verdant hills and traditional settlements. Visitors can explore Ilam Bazaar, enjoy scenic drives through tea country and experience the slower pace of rural Nepal. Its combination of nature, agriculture and Himalayan scenery makes Ilam a highlight of this cross-border journey.

Kanyam is a beautiful tea-growing destination in eastern Nepal, where expansive plantations spread across gently rolling Himalayan hills. The landscape is especially attractive for photography, leisurely walks and experiencing Nepal's tea-growing traditions. Mist often drifts across the green slopes, creating an atmospheric mountain setting. Visitors can enjoy panoramic countryside views while exploring the plantations and surrounding villages. Kanyam provides one of the most scenic and memorable experiences along the Ilam tea trail.

Shree Antu is a peaceful hill destination famous for spectacular sunrise views over eastern Nepal. Surrounded by tea gardens, forests and traditional villages, the area offers a tranquil escape into the countryside. Early morning is particularly magical as the first sunlight spreads across the rolling hills and distant Himalayan landscapes. Visitors can enjoy village walks, photography and quiet moments among the plantations. Shree Antu adds a serene and scenic dimension to the Eastern Himalayan journey.

Mai Pokhari is a sacred highland lake surrounded by lush forests in eastern Nepal. Revered for its spiritual importance, the tranquil lake is also an attractive destination for nature lovers and photographers. Forest trails lead through the surrounding landscape, creating opportunities for peaceful walks and birdwatching. The combination of still waters, dense greenery and mountain atmosphere gives Mai Pokhari a distinctly mystical character. It is one of the most serene natural experiences on the eastern Nepal itinerary.

Day by Day Itinerary 

DAY 1 — DELHI TO BAGDOGRA TO DARJEELING

Welcome to the Eastern Himalayas

Fly from Delhi to Bagdogra Airport, the gateway to the Eastern Himalayas. Meet your private representative and begin your scenic drive toward Darjeeling, passing through lush forests, winding mountain roads and famous tea-growing landscapes. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and take time to relax. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely walk around Chowrasta and Mall Road, experiencing the charming atmosphere of this celebrated Himalayan hill station.

Experience Highlights:
Delhi to Bagdogra Flight • Private Airport Transfer • Himalayan Drive • Tea Gardens • Darjeeling • Chowrasta • Mall Road

DAY 2 — DARJEELING

Sunrise Over the Himalayas

Begin the day with an early morning excursion to Tiger Hill, one of Darjeeling’s most spectacular viewpoints. Watch the first rays of sunlight illuminate the distant Himalayan peaks before continuing to Ghoom and the famous Batasia Loop. After breakfast, explore Darjeeling’s heritage and mountain culture with visits to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and nearby Tibetan cultural sites. Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps enjoying freshly brewed Darjeeling tea overlooking the hills.

Experience Highlights:
Tiger Hill Sunrise • Ghoom • Batasia Loop • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute • Tibetan Culture • Darjeeling Tea

DAY 3 — DARJEELING TO MIRIK TO PASHUPATINAGAR TO ILAM

Across the India–Nepal Border

Leave Darjeeling after breakfast and travel through the scenic Himalayan foothills toward Mirik. Pause at peaceful Mirik Lake, surrounded by forests and rolling hills, before continuing through tea plantations toward Pashupatinagar. Cross the India–Nepal border and enter the lush eastern hills of Nepal. Continue toward Ilam, renowned for its tea gardens and peaceful mountain landscapes. After checking into your accommodation, explore Ilam Bazaar and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of eastern Nepal.

Experience Highlights:
Darjeeling • Mirik • Mirik Lake • Tea Gardens • Pashupatinagar Border • India–Nepal Crossing • Ilam Bazaar

DAY 4 — ILAM TO KANYAM TO FIKKAL TO SHREE ANTU

Through Nepal’s Tea Country

After breakfast, journey deeper into eastern Nepal’s famous tea country. Explore the beautiful tea gardens of Kanyam, where lush plantations cover the rolling Himalayan slopes. Continue to Fikkal, a lively hill settlement surrounded by tea estates and traditional villages. Enjoy the changing mountain scenery before continuing toward Shree Antu, a peaceful countryside destination celebrated for its spectacular sunrise views. Settle into your accommodation and spend the evening surrounded by tea gardens and tranquil Himalayan landscapes.

Experience Highlights:
Ilam Tea Country • Kanyam Tea Gardens • Fikkal • Scenic Villages • Himalayan Landscapes • Shree Antu

DAY 5 — SHREE ANTU TO ILAM TO MAI POKHARI

Sunrise & Sacred Landscapes

Rise early to experience the famous sunrise at Shree Antu. As the morning light spreads across the eastern hills, enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding tea plantations and distant Himalayan landscapes. After breakfast, return toward Ilam and continue to Mai Pokhari, a sacred lake surrounded by peaceful forests. Spend time walking around the lake and appreciating its spiritual and natural beauty. Later, continue through the eastern Nepal hills and settle into your accommodation.

Experience Highlights:
Shree Antu Sunrise • Tea Plantations • Eastern Himalayas • Mai Pokhari • Sacred Lake • Forest Walk

DAY 6 — EASTERN NEPAL TO PASHUPATINAGAR TO SILIGURI

From Nepal’s Hills Back to India

After breakfast, begin your return journey through eastern Nepal. Travel through the picturesque tea-growing landscapes around Kanyam and Fikkal, with time for photographs and a final appreciation of Nepal’s tea country. Continue toward Pashupatinagar and cross back into India. From the border, descend through the Darjeeling hills and tea estates toward Siliguri. Arrive in the evening and check into your hotel, enjoying a relaxed final night in the gateway city.

Experience Highlights:
Eastern Nepal • Kanyam • Fikkal • Pashupatinagar • India–Nepal Border • Darjeeling Hills • Siliguri

DAY 7 — SILIGURI TO BAGDOGRA TO DELHI

Farewell to the Eastern Himalayas

After breakfast, transfer to Bagdogra Airport for your flight back to Delhi. As the journey comes to an end, reflect on an unforgettable week through the Eastern Himalayas, from Darjeeling’s mountain vistas and legendary tea gardens to the peaceful hills, sacred landscapes and traditional communities of eastern Nepal. Depart with memories of two countries connected by spectacular Himalayan scenery, rich tea culture and timeless mountain traditions.

Experience Highlights:
Breakfast • Private Airport Transfer • Bagdogra Airport • Flight to Delhi • Journey Ends