day 1: arrival and transfer to darjeeling

our representative will receive you at new jalpaiguri railway station (njp), bagdogra airport (ixb), or tenzing norgay bus stand (junction) and assist you in transferring to darjeeling (approx. 105 km / 3.5 to 4 hours drive).

darjeeling, at an altitude of 2,123 meters (7,000 feet), is renowned for its stunning views of mount everest, rolling tea gardens, and colonial charm. it's famously known as the queen of the hills and home to the darjeeling himalayan railway (dhr), a unesco world heritage site.

upon arrival, check in to the hotel. in the evening, you are free to explore the local market or mall road.

overnight stay in darjeeling.

day 2: darjeeling local sightseeing

early morning (around 3:45 am): drive to tiger hill (8,000 feet / 2,440 meters) through lush forests to witness the sunrise over kanchenjunga peak (subject to clear weather).

on your way back, visit:

ghoom monastery

batasia loop

war memorial

return to the hotel for breakfast. after a short rest, proceed for half-day city sightseeing including:

padmaja naidu zoological park

himalayan mountaineering institute (closed on thursdays)

darjeeling ropeway

tenzing rock & gombu rock

tibetan refugee self help center (closed on sundays)

tea garden

natural history museum (closed on sundays)

peace pagoda

return to the hotel. evening at leisure.

overnight stay in darjeeling.

day 3: transfer to gangtok

after breakfast, check out and drive to gangtok, the capital of sikkim (approx. 135 km / 4 hours drive).

located at an altitude of 1,650 meters (5,410 feet), gangtok offers a unique blend of cultural richness, natural beauty, and modern comforts. it is one of india’s most visited hill towns.

upon arrival, check in to the hotel. evening free to explore mg road or nearby shopping areas.

overnight stay in gangtok.

day 4: gangtok local sightseeing (full day)

after breakfast, enjoy a full-day local sightseeing tour of gangtok. the tour covers:

directorate of handicrafts & handloom

namgyal institute of tibetology

do drul chorten (stupa)

enchey monastery

white hall

flower exhibition centre

hanuman tok

tashi view point

banjhakri falls – one of the most scenic falls near gangtok

return to hotel. evening free to explore mg road or relax.

overnight stay in gangtok.

day 5: gangtok local sightseeing (monasteries)

after breakfast, proceed for a spiritual tour covering:

rumtek monastery – the largest monastery in sikkim and a major buddhist site

ranka monastery – known for its scenic location and serene atmosphere

overnight stay in gangtok.

day 6: excursion to tsomgo lake & baba mandir

after breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to:

tsomgo lake (changu lake) – located at 12,000 ft, this glacial lake remains frozen most of the year and is home to brahmini ducks and migratory birds.

baba mandir – a sacred shrine dedicated to the late harbhajan singh, revered as "baba" by locals.

optional:

nathula pass (permit required; subject to availability and weather conditions) – located near the indo-china border (20 km from baba mandir)

return to gangtok. evening at leisure to explore mg road.

overnight stay in gangtok.

note: in case of landslides or roadblocks, alternate sightseeing will be provided if tsomgo lake is inaccessible.

day 7: departure – gangtok to siliguri / njp / ixb

after breakfast, check out and proceed to new jalpaiguri railway station (njp), bagdogra airport (ixb), or tenzing norgay bus stand (approx. 135 km / 4.5 to 5 hours drive).

guests are advised to start early to avoid any travel delays.

end of the tour.