Sikkim Darjeeling Tour Packages from Mumbai
A dawn flight from Sahar or Navi Mumbai to Bagdogra, then Kanchenjunga at sunrise, frozen lakes and the toy train – private trips planned around Mumbai's Diwali and May breaks, not its monsoon.
From Mumbai, the eastern Himalaya used to mean a change of planes in Kolkata or Delhi. That is no longer true. As of November 2026 IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air fly non-stop from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport to Bagdogra, and Akasa also flies from Navi Mumbai, all in about three hours and all in the morning. Land by mid-morning and you can be in Gangtok or Darjeeling in time for dinner, with snow peaks the next day.
This page is written for travellers from Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai. It covers realistic costs at each hotel level, which morning flight suits which first night, the long train ride from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus for those who enjoy it, three itineraries, the permit rules for Tsomgo Lake, Nathu La and North Sikkim (including Gurudongmar, which reopened this year), why the Mumbai monsoon is the wrong time to go, and food for a city that might need Jain, Marathi and seafood-loving travellers fed at one table. Your trip is planned by our team in Ahmedabad and booked on WhatsApp or phone; we have no Mumbai office. Every trip is private, with your own car and driver.
Updated November 2026 by the Vibrant Holidays team, Ahmedabad.
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Sikkim and Darjeeling package cost from Mumbai (2026)
Our Sikkim packages start at ₹17,999 per person today, with 24 on sale. The bands below are per person, two adults sharing a room, and exclude the flight or train from Mumbai. They include hotels with breakfast and dinner, all meals in Lachen and Lachung, a private vehicle from Bagdogra or NJP and back, sightseeing as listed and the routine area permits.
| Route | Standard (good 2–3-star) | Deluxe (3-star superior / 4-star) | Premium (best available, heritage or luxury) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 nights: Gangtok 3, Darjeeling 2 | ₹14,000 – 18,500 | ₹19,500 – 26,500 | ₹33,000 – 50,000 |
| 7 nights: Gangtok 3, Lachen 1, Lachung 1, Darjeeling 2 (with Gurudongmar) | ₹22,500 – 29,000 | ₹31,000 – 40,000 | ₹50,000 – 74,000 |
| 8 nights: Gangtok, Pelling, Kalimpong, Darjeeling (no North Sikkim) | ₹22,000 – 29,000 | ₹31,000 – 41,000 | ₹50,000 – 76,000 |
| 9 nights: the full loop with Lachung and Pelling | ₹26,000 – 34,000 | ₹36,000 – 48,000 | ₹60,000 – 90,000 |
Airfare from Mumbai, on top: a return non-stop to Bagdogra usually costs about ₹10,000 – 18,000 per person when booked five or six weeks ahead. The Maharashtra Diwali break, Christmas week and early May can push this to ₹22,000 – 32,000, because there are only three or four non-stops a day and they fill first. One-stop tickets through Kolkata, Delhi or Bengaluru are a fallback, adding three to six hours. A 3AC train berth costs far less, if you have the time.
Paid locally unless included: the Nathu La supplement for vehicle and permit, the Zero Point extension beyond Yumthang, the Darjeeling toy train joy ride, the Tiger Hill early-morning vehicle, the Gangtok ropeway, hired boots and coats at snow points, Pelling skywalk tickets, lunches and tips. Each appears on your quote as a separate line.
Group size matters more than hotel class. An Innova or Xylo costs the same for two passengers as for six, so a couple pays noticeably more per head than two families sharing one car.
Getting from Mumbai to Bagdogra, NJP and Gangtok
Morning non-stops (as of November 2026)
| From | Airline | Departs about | What the arrival time allows |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navi Mumbai (NMI) | Akasa Air | 5.55 am, lands about 9 am | Gangtok by early afternoon, even in winter |
| CSMIA (BOM) | IndiGo | 6.45 am, lands about 9.30 am | Gangtok by 2.30 – 3 pm; the best choice for a Sikkim-first route |
| CSMIA (BOM) | Air India Express | 9.45 am, lands about 12.40 pm | Gangtok by dusk; Darjeeling more comfortable |
| CSMIA (BOM) | Akasa Air | 10.45 am, lands about 1.50 pm | Darjeeling (3 hours) or a Siliguri night in winter |
- Which airport and terminal: check your ticket. Sahar handles most Bagdogra flights; families in Panvel, Kharghar, Belapur or Ulwe save an hour by flying from Navi Mumbai. For a 6 am departure, leave Andheri or Bandra by 4 am and Thane or South Mumbai by 3.30 am.
- Coming home: return non-stops leave Bagdogra in the daytime (we confirm the exact hour on your ticket), so the last morning is a drive down from Darjeeling (3 – 3½ hours) or Gangtok (4½ – 5 hours). Allow the full morning for the drive.
- Pakyong: Sikkim's own airport still had no regular passenger flights in 2026; discussions on restarting continued in April. We plan every trip through Bagdogra.
By train to New Jalpaiguri
Several long-distance trains run from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (Kurla) towards Assam and Tripura and stop at NJP: the Karmabhoomi Express to Kamakhya, the LTT–Guwahati Express, the LTT–Dibrugarh Express and the LTT–Agartala AC Express, plus an Amrit Bharat service from Panvel. Most run only once or twice a week and take about 36 to 44 hours. The Karmabhoomi, for example, leaves LTT on Tuesday afternoon and reaches NJP before 5 am on Thursday. That arrival hour matters: we keep a Siliguri hotel room for a few hours' sleep before the hill drive. Families who like trains go one way by rail and fly back.
Once you land
Bagdogra to Darjeeling takes about 3 hours, to Gangtok 4½ – 5 hours along the Teesta, and to Kalimpong about 3½ hours. Sikkim sightseeing uses a Sikkim-registered car with a permitted driver, and Darjeeling uses a West Bengal car, so you change vehicles once. We send both drivers' numbers on WhatsApp the evening before.
Permits: Tsomgo, Nathu La, Lachung and Gurudongmar
- How they are issued: Indian travellers need area permits for Tsomgo Lake, Nathu La and North Sikkim. They are issued only through registered operators and drivers, increasingly as online passes with a QR code. Our Gangtok partner files them; you cannot queue for one yourself.
- Documents: a photo ID for every traveller including children – Aadhaar, voter card, passport or driving licence, not PAN – and two passport-size photos each. Send scans on WhatsApp ten days before the flight and carry the originals.
- Nathu La: Indian nationals only, closed to tourists on Mondays and Tuesdays, and limited by a daily quota. In Diwali and Christmas weeks we cannot promise it; Tsomgo and Baba Mandir go ahead regardless.
- Lachen and Gurudongmar: permits resumed in March 2026 after the new Taram Chu bridge restored the Chungthang–Lachen road, closed since the October 2023 flood. The bridge takes one vehicle at a time, so expect waits. Gurudongmar is at about 5,400 m and is a pre-dawn start from Lachen; it is not for anyone with heart or lung problems.
- Lachung and Yumthang: processed in Gangtok the day before. North Sikkim permits are suspended at short notice after heavy rain or landslides. We check the status when you book and again in the week of travel, and switch to Pelling or Ravangla if needed.
- Foreign passport and OCI holders: need a Restricted Area Permit to enter Sikkim and a Protected Area Permit for places such as Tsomgo and North Sikkim, with stricter rules, and cannot visit Nathu La. Tell us at the enquiry stage.
Three itineraries timed to Mumbai's morning flights
5 nights / 6 days – Gangtok and Darjeeling on the early IndiGo flight
- Day 1: 6.45 am departure from BOM; drive Bagdogra to Gangtok along the Teesta; evening on MG Marg.
- Day 2: Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir; Nathu La if the permit comes through (Wednesday to Sunday).
- Day 3: Rumtek, Enchey Monastery, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, the ropeway and Ganesh Tok.
- Day 4: Drive to Darjeeling via Lamahatta; Chowrasta in the evening.
- Day 5: Tiger Hill sunrise, Batasia Loop, toy train joy ride, a tea estate, the Mountaineering Institute (zoo closed Thursdays).
- Day 6: Drive to Bagdogra for the afternoon flight; home in Mumbai by evening.
7 nights / 8 days – Gurudongmar and Yumthang for a fit couple (Navi Mumbai departure)
- Day 1: Akasa from Navi Mumbai at about 6 am; Gangtok by early afternoon.
- Day 2: Gangtok at an easy pace to adjust to the height; Tsomgo only if everyone feels well.
- Day 3: Drive to Lachen via Chungthang and the Taram Chu bridge (7 – 8 hours).
- Day 4: Pre-dawn drive to Gurudongmar Lake, back to Lachen, then on to Lachung.
- Day 5: Yumthang Valley; Zero Point if the road is open; return to Gangtok.
- Day 6: Drive to Darjeeling.
- Day 7: Tiger Hill, Ghoom Monastery, Happy Valley tea estate, the Mall.
- Day 8: Drive to Bagdogra for the flight home.
8 nights / 9 days – a gentle loop for grandparents, flying later in the morning
- Day 1: Akasa or Air India Express from BOM; drive to Kalimpong (3½ hours) – the shortest first-day drive.
- Day 2: Kalimpong: Durpin Monastery, the cactus nursery, Deolo Hill.
- Days 3 – 4: Gangtok; Tsomgo only for those fit for 3,750 m, Rumtek and the Flower Exhibition Centre for the rest.
- Days 5 – 6: Pelling via Ravangla's Buddha Park; Pemayangtse, the Chenrezig skywalk, Kanchenjunga Falls.
- Days 7 – 8: Darjeeling: toy train, tea garden, Peace Pagoda; Tiger Hill optional.
- Day 9: Drive to Bagdogra; afternoon flight to Mumbai.
Every itinerary is private and customised. Large Gujarati or Marathi joint families and housing-society friends travel as a private group on their own dates, usually in two Innovas or a Tempo Traveller.
Monsoon, Ganpati and Diwali: Mumbai's calendar for the hills
Many Mumbai families treat the monsoon as holiday season – Ladakh and Spiti are dry then. Sikkim is not. From June to September the eastern Himalaya get the same heavy rain Mumbai does, NH10 along the Teesta closes with landslides, and North Sikkim permits are often suspended. Plan this trip for the months when Mumbai is dry too.
- Maharashtra Diwali break: state-board schools close from 2 to 14 November 2026, with Lakshmi Puja on 8 November. This is the best match of the year: clear skies and Kanchenjunga views on most mornings. Book the non-stop flight and Gangtok hotels by August.
- After Ganeshotsav: Ganesh Chaturthi falls in early September 2027; the last week of September is green but still unsettled. Early October is better if you can go after Navratri.
- Summer break: state schools break from 2 May, reopening in mid-June. Rhododendrons bloom in Yumthang and Barsey, and you escape the humid 34°C at home, though afternoon clouds hide the peaks more often than in autumn.
- Christmas and New Year: the best chance of snow at Tsomgo and Zero Point; Nathu La can close after heavy snowfall.
| Month | In the hills | At home | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very cold; snow at higher points | Makar Sankranti long weekend | Good for snow seekers |
| February | Cold and clear; Losar | Wedding season; honeymoons | Good value |
| March | Milder; some haze | Gudi Padwa; exams | Fair |
| April | Rhododendrons start | Exams end | Good |
| May | Pleasant; flowers in North Sikkim | Summer vacation from 2 May; Maharashtra Day | Peak |
| June | Monsoon arrives | Schools reopen mid-June | Avoid |
| July – August | Heavy rain, landslides | Peak monsoon at home | Avoid |
| September | Rain easing | Ganeshotsav | Only late in the month |
| October | Clear, crisp | Navratri, Dussehra | Excellent |
| November | Cold mornings, clearest views | Diwali school break | Excellent; peak demand |
| December | Cold; first snow | Christmas leave | Good; busy last week |
Food and practical tips for travellers from Mumbai
- Gujarati, Marwari and Jain: Gangtok and Darjeeling have long-settled Marwari trading families, and pure-veg thali places near MG Marg, Lal Bazaar and Chowk Bazaar serve rotli, dal and sabzi. Jain dinners are cooked at our hotels with notice; in Lachen and Lachung they are basic – rice, dal and a vegetable without root items.
- Marathi tastes: you will not find poha, misal or varan bhaat on hill menus, but hotel kitchens will make poha or upma for breakfast if asked the evening before. Carry chivda, ladoo and thepla for the long North Sikkim drives.
- Seafood lovers: sea fish is rare this far inland. Darjeeling hotels serving Bengali guests often have river fish curry; otherwise menus run to chicken, pork, momos and thukpa. Kolkata-style fish is easier in Siliguri.
- Warm clothes: most Mumbai wardrobes have none. Even in Diwali week Lachung and Tsomgo are near freezing. Pack thermals, a proper jacket, woollen cap, gloves and shoes with grip; heavy coats and boots can be hired at snow points.
- Motion sickness and altitude: the roads wind for hours, so take medicine before the drive. Drink water, skip alcohol on the high days, and come down if anyone gets a severe headache.
- Plastic and cash: Sikkim restricts packaged water bottles in many areas, so bring refillable ones. ATMs and UPI work in Gangtok and Darjeeling; carry cash for Lachen and Lachung, where the network drops out.
Why Mumbai travellers book Sikkim with Vibrant Holidays
- Remote planning, said plainly: our team of about 18 has worked from C G Road, Ahmedabad for 11 years. We have no Mumbai office; plan with us on WhatsApp, phone or video call, Monday to Saturday, and receive the itinerary, vouchers and invoice as PDFs.
- Route set by your flight: an early Navi Mumbai or IndiGo arrival goes to Gangtok first; a late-morning Akasa arrival goes to Darjeeling or Kalimpong.
- Permits handled honestly: documents collected early; if Nathu La, Gurudongmar or Lachung cannot be confirmed, we tell you before you pay.
- Meals in writing: pure-veg, Jain or no onion-garlic is printed on every hotel voucher.
- Help on the road: a 24×7 WhatsApp line and partners in Gangtok and Darjeeling for landslide re-routing. IATA-accredited; member of TAAI, TAFI, ADTOI and IATO; recognised by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
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How much does a Sikkim & Darjeeling tour package from Mumbai cost?
Our Sikkim & Darjeeling packages currently start at ₹17,999 per person for 2 nights. Most of our Sikkim & Darjeeling packages fall between ₹32,499 and ₹45,000 per person. The final cost depends on the travel month, hotel category, number of travellers and whether flights from Mumbai are added. Open any package below to see exactly what is included, or ask us for a quote with flights.
Is there a direct flight from Mumbai to Bagdogra?
Yes. As of November 2026 IndiGo, Air India Express and Akasa Air fly non-stop from Mumbai's Sahar airport to Bagdogra, and Akasa also flies from Navi Mumbai. All leave in the morning and take about 2¾ to 3 hours. Schedules change by season, so we confirm the operating flights when we quote.
Which flight from Mumbai is best for reaching Gangtok the same day?
The earliest ones: Akasa from Navi Mumbai at about 6 am or IndiGo from Sahar at about 6.45 am. Both land by about 9.30 am, leaving time for the 4½–5 hour drive in daylight. With a late-morning flight we usually go to Darjeeling or Kalimpong first.
Can I fly from Mumbai to Gangtok directly?
No. Pakyong airport near Gangtok had no regular passenger flights in 2026, and talks on restarting were still going on in April. Every such trip lands at Bagdogra, which is about 4½ to 5 hours by road from Gangtok and 3 hours from Darjeeling.
Is there a train from Mumbai to New Jalpaiguri?
Yes. Trains such as the Karmabhoomi Express, the LTT–Guwahati Express and the LTT–Dibrugarh Express leave Lokmanya Tilak Terminus and stop at NJP, and an Amrit Bharat runs from Panvel. Most are weekly or twice weekly and take 36 to 44 hours. Many families take the train one way and fly the other.
Can we visit Sikkim during the Mumbai monsoon?
We advise against it. From June to September Sikkim gets heavy rain too, landslides close roads and North Sikkim permits are often suspended. If you want a monsoon escape from Mumbai, Ladakh or Spiti are dry then. For Sikkim, aim for October to mid-December or March to May.
Is the Maharashtra Diwali break a good time for Sikkim?
It is the best match. In 2026 state schools closed from 2 to 14 November, when skies are clear and Kanchenjunga is visible most mornings. Demand is high, so book the non-stop flight and Gangtok hotels by August, and expect Nathu La quotas to be tight.
Is Gurudongmar Lake open again?
Yes. Permits for Lachen, the base for Gurudongmar, resumed in March 2026 after a new bridge restored the road damaged in the 2023 flood. The lake is at about 5,400 m, so it suits only fit travellers, and access can stop after landslides. We check the status when you book and again before departure.
Which days is Nathu La closed?
Nathu La is closed to tourists on Mondays and Tuesdays and is open only to Indian nationals. It can also close after heavy snow or for security reasons, and daily permits are limited. Our Gangtok partner applies a day ahead; if it is not possible, Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir still go ahead.
Will we get Jain and Gujarati food in Sikkim and Darjeeling?
In Gangtok and Darjeeling, yes. Both towns have Marwari-run pure-veg restaurants, and our hotels cook Jain dinners when told in advance. In Lachen, Lachung and Pelling meals are simpler. We print your meal requirement on every voucher and suggest carrying thepla and khakhra for long drive days.
How many days are enough for Sikkim and Darjeeling from Mumbai?
Five nights covers Gangtok, Tsomgo and Darjeeling. Seven nights adds Lachen and Lachung for Gurudongmar and Yumthang, and eight or nine nights allow Pelling or Kalimpong at a gentle pace. Because the drive from Bagdogra takes most of the arrival day, avoid anything shorter than five nights.
Do you have an office in Mumbai?
No. Vibrant Holidays is based on C G Road, Ahmedabad, and plans Mumbai trips on WhatsApp, phone or video call, Monday to Saturday. You receive the itinerary and quote as a PDF, pay online against an invoice, and get vouchers and drivers' details before you fly, with 24×7 support during the trip.
