Day 1- Siliguri to Sittong
Day 2- Sittong to Dowhill
Day 3- Dowhill to Siliguri
Sittong is a beautiful offbeat village in the Darjeeling district, known as the Orange Village of North Bengal.
Winter (Nov–Feb): Best for orange orchards and clear Himalayan views. Spring (March–May): Lush greenery and blooming rhododendrons. Monsoon (June–Sept): Misty and romantic but expect occasional roadblocks. Autumn (Oct–Nov): Pleasant weather and best time for sightseeing.
Orange Orchards, Sittong Monastery & Viewpoint, Ahaldara Viewpoint, Mungpoo, Dow Hill Forest, Victoria Boys’ School, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Museum.
Sittong: Roads are mostly in good condition, but some parts can be bumpy and steep. Kurseong: Well-paved roads but winding and narrow.
Sittong: Jio, Airtel, and BSNL work but with weak signals in some areas. Kurseong: Good network coverage for most providers.
Yes, but avoid steep treks for elderly travelers. Caution needed in Dow Hill Forest due to uneven paths.
Sittong: Himalayan Bulbul, Magpie, Scarlet Minivet, and other rare birds (great for birdwatching). Sometimes, barking deer and small mammals can be spotted. Dow Hill Forest: Known for its eerie silence but also home to barking deer and leopards (rarely seen). Beautiful butterflies and different species of Himalayan birds.
Sittong: No ATMs, so carry enough cash before reaching. Kurseong: ATMs are available but may not always work.
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