Overview

Gangtok is the capital of the mountainous northern Indian state of Sikkim. Established as a Buddhist pilgrimage site in the 1840s, the city became capital of an independent monarchy after British rule ended, but joined India in 1975. Today, it remains a Tibetan Buddhist center and a base for hikers organizing permits and transport for treks through Sikkim’s Himalayan mountain ranges.

Darjeeling is a town in India's West Bengal state, in the Himalayan foothills. Once a summer resort for the British Raj elite, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, or “Toy Train,” completed in 1881. It's famed for the distinctive black tea grown on plantations that dot its surrounding slopes. Its backdrop is Mt. Kanchenjunga, among the world’s highest peaks.

Itinerary

Day 1

Darjeeling is a town in India's West Bengal state, in the Himalayan foothills. Once a summer resort for the British Raj elite, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Darjeeling Himalayan

Darjeeling

Sightseeing

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Junction Railway Station/Ixb Airport, our driver will meet and greet you and board you to the vehicle. Then you will make your way to the hotel in Gangtok. Stay overnight at Gangtok

Day 2

Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & New Baba Mandir – Nathula Pass

New Baba Mandir

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Post breakfast, visit Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft. / 37 km / 02 hr from Gangtok), a high altitude sacred lake. It derives its water through the melting snows of the mountains enclosing the lake. Further, you will visit New Baba Mandir (13,200 ft. / 16 km / 01 hr from Tsomgo Lake). Later, transfer to Nathula Pass. Later you are returned to the hotel. Stay overnight at Gangtok. Note: Tsomgo Lake and New Baba Mandir are subject to issues from the tourism department and weather conditions. The Vehicle will be able to drive till Snow point (If there is heavy snow) on the way to Tsomgo Lake and New Baba Mandir.

Day 3

Gangtok – Lachen (Approx 120 kms / 6 hrs)

Lachen

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post breakfast, check out from the hotel and leave for Lachen, a tiny hamlet in North Sikkim. During your journey, from Gangtok to Lachen, you will enjoy a small break at Naga Waterfall, The Confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and Bhim Nala Waterfall. On arrival at Lachen, you will be transferred to the hotel. Stay overnight at Lachen.

Day 4

Lachen – Chopta Valley – Gurudongmar Lake - Lachen

Chopta Valley

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Today early morning, follow the nerve wrenching hilly roads and head towards Chopta Valley, a relatively unexplored and untouched region in North western region of Sikkim. After driving for a few km. from Chopta Valley, you will visit Gurudongmar Lake, which is considered sacred by both Buddhists and Sikhs. Later, continue your ride back to Lachen hotel. Post lunch (on your own cost). Stay overnight at Lachen.

Day 5

Lachen - Lachungq

Lachung

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post Breakfast, Check out from hotel. Transfer to Lachung. Rest of the day is free on your own. Stay Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 6

Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion – Zero Point – Lachung

Yumthang Valley Excursion

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Early morning, drive to Yumthang Valley (12,000 ft), which is also known as the valley of flowers. On your way back to the hotel from Yumthang Valley, you will be visiting hot spring, which is believed to have some medicinal properties. Then, go visit to Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik viewpoint. Later, visit to Zero Point. Later, return back to hotel. Stay overnight at Lachung.

Day 7

Lachung - Gangtok

Gangtok

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post Breakfast, Check out from hotel. Transfer to Gangtok. Rest of the day is free on your own. Stay Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 8

Gangtok – Pelling via Namchi Chardham & Ravangla Buddha Park (Approx 165 kms / 6 hrs)

Pelling

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Post breakfast transfer to Pelling. On your way to Pelling, you will pass through some attractions of Namchi Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham).

Day 9

Pelling Sightseeing

Rimbi waterfalls

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

Get your cameras ready as today you will be going for some Spectacular sightseeing in Pelling. In the first half visit Rimbi waterfalls, Khecheopalri Lake and Khangchendzonga waterfalls. In the second half of the day, you will be visiting Skywalk, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, and Bird Sanctuary. After the sightseeing tour, head back to the hotel. Stay overnight at Pelling.

Day 10

Pelling to Darjeeling (Approx 70 km / 3 hrs)

Darjeeling

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Transfers

Stay

Dinner

Post breakfast check out from the hotel and you are transferred to Darjeeling – “The Queen of Hills”. Rest of the day is free or on your own. Stay overnight at Darjeeling.

Day 11

Darjeeling Local Sightseeing

Darjeeling

Sightseeing

Breakfast

Stay

Dinner

The day starts early with a visit to Tiger hill (Subject to availability of Permit / Token) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzonga (28,208 ft. World's third highest peak). On your way back we see Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast embark on a sightseeing tour of Darjeeling covering - Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self help Centre (closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view). Rest of the day is free or on your own. Stay overnight at Darjeeling.

Day 12

Darjeeling - NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport (Approx 75 Kms / 3 Hrs.)

Departure

Breakfast

Transfers

Enjoy your breakfast & then check out. Drive to New Jalpaiguri Junction Railway Station/Ixb Airport to continue with your onward journey.