Things to do in Darjeeling
Heritage / Sightseeing
Toy Train Ride
Darjeeling
Ride the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway — the 'Toy Train' — a UNESCO World Heritage narrow-gauge steam locomotive built in 1881. The 88 km journey from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling (or shorter joy rides from Darjeeling station to Ghum) passes through tea estates, forests, and loop-back spirals with stunning views of Kanchenjunga.
7–8 hours (full NJP–Darjeeling run); 1–2 hours (joy ride)₹30–1,390 (joy ride to full run, varies by class)Morning (the 8:15 AM steam joy ride from Darjeeling)
Pro tip from your tour advisor
The steam joy ride from Darjeeling to Ghum (India's second-highest railway station at 2,258 m) and back is the most popular option — book tickets at Darjeeling station the evening before.