India

Darjeeling

First-flush tea estates, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and Kanchenjunga dawn views from Tiger Hill define this ridge town.

Toy train joy rides need advance tickets; shared jeeps handle steep approaches when tracks close. March–May and October–November offer the best mountain visibility. Visit Happy Valley tea factory with a guide to understand orthodox processing. Respect Gorkhaland sensitivities and local strikes—check news before travel. Siliguri bagdogra airport is the usual air hub.