Description
Gangtok–Darjeeling Tour – 4 Nights / 5 Days
Day 1: Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station – Gangtok (120 km / 4 hrs)
Our representative will receive you at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) or Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
and assist you in transferring to Gangtok – the serene capital of Sikkim, located at 1,670 m (5,480 ft).
Gangtok is known for its monasteries, vibrant festivals, and beautiful flora like rhododendrons and orchids.
Check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure exploring MG Road (Mall Road) or the local market.
Overnight stay at Gangtok.
and assist you in transferring to Gangtok – the serene capital of Sikkim, located at 1,670 m (5,480 ft).
Gangtok is known for its monasteries, vibrant festivals, and beautiful flora like rhododendrons and orchids.
Check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure exploring MG Road (Mall Road) or the local market.
Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 2: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,310 ft / 3,753 m), located about 40 km from Gangtok.
This glacial lake is known for its scenic beauty and is often covered in snow for most of the year.
The lake is home to Brahmini ducks and many migratory birds.
Next, visit the sacred Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir – a revered shrine dedicated to an Indian Army soldier.
Return to Gangtok by evening and spend free time strolling along MG Marg.
Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Note: In case of bad weather or road closure to Tsomgo Lake, alternate sightseeing will be provided.
This glacial lake is known for its scenic beauty and is often covered in snow for most of the year.
The lake is home to Brahmini ducks and many migratory birds.
Next, visit the sacred Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir – a revered shrine dedicated to an Indian Army soldier.
Return to Gangtok by evening and spend free time strolling along MG Marg.
Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Note: In case of bad weather or road closure to Tsomgo Lake, alternate sightseeing will be provided.
Day 3: Gangtok Local Sightseeing (Half Day) – Transfer to Darjeeling (110 km / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, explore Gangtok’s local attractions including the Flower Show,
Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (closed on Sundays), Dro-Dul Chorten Stupa,
Bakthang Falls, and Gunjan Monastery.
After lunch, proceed to Darjeeling – the famous “Queen of Hills,” located at 2,123 m (7,000 ft).
On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure walking around The Mall or Chowk Bazaar.
Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (closed on Sundays), Dro-Dul Chorten Stupa,
Bakthang Falls, and Gunjan Monastery.
After lunch, proceed to Darjeeling – the famous “Queen of Hills,” located at 2,123 m (7,000 ft).
On arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the evening at leisure walking around The Mall or Chowk Bazaar.
Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 4: Darjeeling Sunrise at Tiger Hill & Local Sightseeing
Early morning around 3:45 AM, drive to Tiger Hill (8,000 ft / 2,440 m) to witness the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga (weather permitting).
On your return, visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace Memorial, and Batasia Loop.
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day city tour visiting Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park,
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursdays), Darjeeling Ropeway,
Tenzing & Gombu Rocks, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre (closed on Sundays),
and Natural History Museum (closed on Sundays).
Return to your hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
On your return, visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace Memorial, and Batasia Loop.
After breakfast, proceed for a half-day city tour visiting Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park,
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursdays), Darjeeling Ropeway,
Tenzing & Gombu Rocks, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre (closed on Sundays),
and Natural History Museum (closed on Sundays).
Return to your hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 5: Darjeeling – NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport (80 km / 3 hrs)
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB) for your onward journey.
We recommend starting early to ensure a comfortable drive.
Tour concludes with pleasant memories of Gangtok & Darjeeling.
We recommend starting early to ensure a comfortable drive.
Tour concludes with pleasant memories of Gangtok & Darjeeling.
