Riding the Toy Train of Darjeeling Himalayan Railways (DHR) has always remained a coveted experience to the tourists. Only few would let go such an opportunity. And there is a clear reason why so. After all this Toy Train has been accorded the UNESCO World Heritage status, and that’s for a special reason.
Operating on narrow gauge tracks since 1880s and providing an important transport link to various parts of Darjeeling hills and lower plains, the toy train is an icon of our heritage since the colonial days and an engineering marvel that was achieved in that era. It also offers a wonderful way of absorbing the Himalayan beauty as you traverse along the slopes of the hills.
Day 01 Arrive Kolkata (By Flight)
Arrive Kolkata. On arrival transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 02 Kolkata–Dibrugarh (By Flight) / Dibrugarh–Tipong (118 Km/ 3H 30M)
Transfer to the airport to connect the flight to Dibrugarh. On arrival drive to Tipong Colliery. En route visit Ledo brick factory (now defunct) to take photo. Continue driving to Tipong.
Day 03 Tipong
Day 04 Tipong
Full day photo shooting at Tipong Factory. Visit various Steam Locomotives dating back to late 19th and early 20th century engins at work.
Day 05 Tipong – Tinsukia (68 Km/ 2H 15M) / Tinsukia – Guwahati (By Train)
Drive to Tinsukia to board overnight train to Guwahati.
Day 06 Guwahati – Patna (By Flight)
Arrive Guwahati meet-assist & transfer to hotel For wash and Change.
City tour of Guwahati.
Later transfer to airport for flight to Patna.
On arrive meet-assist & transfer to hotel.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 07 Patna – Riga (By Road) (146 Kms. / 4H 20M appx.)
After breakfast drive to to Riga Sugar Mills via Samastipur.
Day 08 Riga
Full day photo shooting at Riga Factory. Visit various Steam Locomotives at work.
Day 09 Riga–Patna (By Road) (146 Km/ 4H 20M) / Patna–Delhi (By Flight)
Drive back to Patna and board fligh to Delhi. On arrival transfer to hotel.
Day 10 Delhi – Rewari – Delhi (By Road) (93 Km/ 3H) / Delhi – Home
Morning excursion to Rewari Loco Shed. The last functional loco shade for servicing Steam Locomotives. Also visit SL Museum. Later drive back to Delhi and transfer to airport for flight to onward destination.
| City | Night (s) | 5* Hotels |
| Kolkata | 01 | Hyatt Regency |
| Tipong | 03 | Singhpo Eco Lodge |
| Ntsk-Ghy | 01 | OverNight Train |
| Guwahati | WC | Kiranshree Grand |
| Patna | 01 | Lemon Tree Premier, Patna |
| Sitamarhi | 02 | Sai Residency |
| Delhi | 01 | Radisson Blu Paschim Vihar |
– Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
– 08 nights accommodation as per the program.
– 01 Overnight in Train Tinsukia – Guwahti.
– Meal: Breakfast + Dinner.
– Services of English-Speaking Local Guide for the sightseeing as per the itinerary.
– 01 SGV accompanying tour escort throughout the tour from 06 pax onwards
– Air-ticket (CCU-DIB & GAU-PAT-DEL) in economy class.
– Overnight Train ticket in 3 AC Sleeper Class Tinsukia – Guwahti
– One-time entrances to the monuments as per the itinerary.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by private AC vehicle and driver.
– All taxes.
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.