Now that you finally have tied knots and promised each other to take care of and support each other through thick and thin, it is time for your honeymoon.
Just imagine you and your partner on honeymoon, gawking at the scenic beauty while sipping hot tea and snuggling amidst mountains and cold weather! How romantic! We know your honeymoon was a much-awaited moment and now it is finally going to come true.
For all the newlywed lovebirds who are looking for peace and privacy, Darjeeling and Gangtok are the best places to visit in India for a honeymoon. The snow-capped Mt Kanchenjunga and other peaks of North East Himalayas, lush greenery, aromatic tea gardens, colorful monasteries, and adventures will bestow you with an unforgettable experience.
Look at 10 reasons to plan your honeymoon in Darjeeling and Gangtok.
1. Emerald Tea Gardens
2. Reach Tiger Hill before the Sun
3. Visit the Rumtek Monastery
4. A thrilling Ropeway ride
5. Visit the Peace Pagoda
6. Ride a Yak at Tsomgo Lake
7. Unravel Gangtok Nightlife
8. Shopping at the MG Road
9. Beautiful Lakes await your presence
10. Soak in the natural beauty
1. Emerald Tea Gardens
A hot cup of tea is surely bliss after all the hectic wedding festivities. What’s better than you exploring the sprawling tea gardens, seeing the making of the magical brew, and even staying on a tea plantation? The lush tea gardens spread all over the rolling hills of the North East are among the important places to visit in Darjeeling.
The aroma of the tea leaves and the tranquility of the place will make you fall in love with it. Go for a romantic walk and let the gentle winds, azure sky, and manicured area cast their spell on you.
2. Reach Tiger Hill before the Sun
Sunrise over Tiger Hill is an experience that is unforgettable and to share this beautiful view with your partner is romance in essence. Hike or get to the hill by car and reach there. Soak in the beauty of drowning or the emerging sun from the highest point in Darjeeling.
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Observe how the snow-covered peaks act as a prism and scatter the sun rays falling on them. This quixotic phenomenon at one of the most romantic honeymoon places in India will linger in your mind forever. Furthermore, the panoramic view of Kanchenjunga, the highest peak in India, adds to the beauty of the place.
3. Visit the Rumtek Monastery
Admiring the spectacular views of Gangtok from the Rumtek Monastery is one of the must things to do while on your honeymoon trip to India. A tranquil ecstasy for the newly wedded couple, it offers some time alone on their own to make memories worth cherishing. Show some reverence by thanking God here for the loving consort he blessed you with.
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Depicting the best of Tibetan architecture, this monastery is the exact replica of the original one in Tibet. However, you can also get bewitched by the charm of the swaying paddy fields en route.
4. A thrilling Ropeway ride
Darjeeling is a paragon of verdant beautiful vistas. To have the very best of the view, there is nothing better than Rangeet Valley Passenger Cable Car to explore. It is ranked amongst the most enthralling things to do in Darjeeling.
The ideal location around the river Little Rangeet will spark the love and draw you a bit closer to each other. Feel the thrill of furiously flowing rivers beneath, applaud the amazing view of the valley, and measure the extent of plush foliage on the hill slopes. To top it all, there are waterfalls which will urge you to visit here often.
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5. Visit the Peace Pagoda
Darjeeling is the ultimate place for planning a summer vacation in India. Preach the message of love and peace at Peace Pagoda. The white pagoda is a striking contrast to the emerald greenery around it. Laud the spirit of Fuiji who laid the foundations of this peace symbol to spread harmony after the bomb dropping incident at Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
This eye-opening experience can teach you a lesson about being positive and harmonizing with your half during the difficult times of your life. The panoramic views of Darjeeling and Kanchenjunga are worth sightseeing.
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6. Ride a Yak at Tsomgo Lake
A honeymoon trip in North East can’t be considered complete until visiting one of the beautiful lakes. A Yak Ride at the breathtaking Tsomgo Lake is one of the highly recommended things to do in Gangtok.
The Tsomgo lake is the perfect backdrop for creating fine memories of your bond of love. Don’t forget to click the pictures with yaks. The enchanting view reflection in your beloved’s eyes will be totally worth it. Try the hot Tibetan noodle soup to fight the cold.
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7. Unravel Gangtok Nightlife
Gangtok never lets you down in terms of lively nightlife. Walking on the streets of this beautiful place under the stars with the one you adore, is one of the incredible things to do in the capital of Sikkim.
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With colorful decorations and lights, the streets engross fascinating beauty. Groove to the tunes of live music or groove to the DJ and delight in some of the best moments of your life. With numerous casinos, nightclubs, and lounges, this town can make your nights even more special. Your honeymoon will become more euphoric by discovering the impressible and enthusiastic nightlife.
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8. Shopping at the MG Road
MG Road is the soul of the Gangtok City. From shopping to delightful food to all tourist facilities, here your needs are met. With benches laid on the sides of the street, impressive shops, scrumptious eateries, and lively pubs, it will be a head-turner for you. Words can’t express the feeling of choosing something for your loved one!
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The expression that is shown by the person upon receiving the gift is worth everything. The Mahatma Gandhi Road also steals the limelight for its cleanliness. Vehicles are not allowed, so you guys can feel safe here while walking.
Also, pay attention that littering and spitting are strictly prohibited. Keep in mind that there is no specific best time to visit Gangtok because the city’s weather remains pleasant throughout the year. This makes it a popular destination for newlyweds year-round.
9. Beautiful Lakes await your presence
Scenic lakes of the hill stations of India will make you fall in love with each other. Apart from the Tsomgo Lake in Gangtok, Darjeeling also is bestowed with two lakes that can awestruck you. One amongst them is Senchal Lake and the other is Sumendu Lake.
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The special charm of Sumendu Lake is a boat cruise in the evening. For this reason, it is visited by nature lovers and photo fanatics alike. On the other hand, Senchal Lake is a favorite picnic spot and is a part of a wildlife sanctuary. The picturesque majesty and naturalistic view are the major attractions of these lakes.
10. Soak in the natural beauty
Hill stations of India are the treasures of natural beauty. As a matter of fact, these are the places where nature resides in its purest form. While on a romantic honeymoon trip, retiring in nature’s lap is the only solution to rejuvenate.
With Mother Nature holding numerous mysteries and secrets in its heart, the plush foliage of Gangtok and Darjeeling leaves a soothing effect. Nature’s bounty is apparent in each and every place of these hill stations and is remarkable.
Getting close to nature while being close to each other will revitalize your mind, body, and soul. Honeymoon is a special time and it should be spent at a special destination like Darjeeling and Gangtok, the blessed hill stations in North East India.
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Why are Darjeeling and Gangtok perfect for your Honeymoon?
Darjeeling, the “Queen of Hills” and Gangtok, owing to their panoramic locations and cold weather, are the perfect places to spend time in peace and privacy. You will love the snuggle time in cold weather and the view of snow-clad peaks from your room.
Admiring lush green estates, visiting gorgeous waterfalls, going on cute dinner dates, and walking hand-in-hand are some romantic things you will enjoy in Darjeeling and Gangtok.
The weather is cold and adds to the romantic time you will spend with each other and make your honeymoon cherishable. You will not only fall in love with each other but also want to visit here again.
How to Reach Darjeeling & Gangtok
By Air
Darjeeling – Bagdogra airport is the nearest airport to Darjeeling and Gangtok. (95 km and 124 km away respectively from the cities). You can get direct flights from Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati.
By Rail
Darjeeling – New Jalpaiguri is the nearest railway station to Darjeeling and Gangtok (73 km and 116 km away respectively from the cities). The railway station is connected to major railway stations in the country.
You can get trains to Darjeeling and Gangtok from Kolkata, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Guwahati, Mumbai, Bhubaneshwar, and Kochi. Hire private cabs from outside the station to reach your destination.
By Road
Regular bus service from Siliguri is available to Darjeeling and Gangtok. You can get state-run buses to your destination from Siliguri Bus Station.
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Diksha Khiatani
A writer by day and a tsundoku at night. Emerging from an Engineering background, Diksha is a travel freak and anxious to explore different cultures and religions. Inclined towards the off-beat places, she wishes to uncover the secrets on her Scooty (if possible). She always grabs some time to take a quick nap, listen to music, skating and eat a brownie.
Is it good to go to Darjeeling,Gangtok,Pelling for a Honeymoon trip in 2nd week of July. Highly confused as did flight bookings for Delhi and not sure whether i should go ahead for Bagdogra bookings or not….Prompt response will help me.
Hi Ashish
Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Pelling are truly wonderful places for planning honeymoon trip. But, July is the monsoon season at Darjeeling. Incessant rainfall causes many landslides and may block the roads. Hence, it is better to avoid visiting during this time. However, if you want to enjoy nature at its best and want to spend some moments away from the city crowd, then you can think of planning a trip in July. Hope this will you help you with your query.
For an expert advice, you are always free to contact our IHPL team at https://www.indianholiday.com/contact-us.html
Wishing you a happy and memorable honeymoon.
I was looking for a short trip for my honeymoon in the lap of mighty Kanchenjunga and thus, I considered Darjeeling. The queen of hill offers spectacular views of mountain and waterfalls. Going around, my wife and me witnessed the beauty of lush green tea gardens. In Darjeeling, I stayed at one of the luxury resorts near tea gardens. Nearby bungalows are popularly known as tea bungalows.
Hey Chamong
It was good to hear that you had amazing honeymoon experience in Darjeeling. Do plan a trip to Gangtok as well in your next vacations. And, don’t forget to follow our blogs to know more!
I have not been married so I am not sure about honeymoon but surely both the places are beautiful and pristine in nature. I think there was warmth that I felt with people around and really liked the food and culture
Yes, the warmth and jovial nature of the natives of these places cast a magical spell. Do consider these Darjeeling and Gangtok while planning your honeymoon! Keep following our blogs to know more.
I recently had my bike trip in Gangtok and it was out of this world. Silk Route was icing of the cake, those curvy and narrow roads made my day. I loved every bit of it, its food, culture, architecture, monasteries and people around the capital.
Thank you Arghya for sharing your experience. Gangtok is indeed a nice place to explore! Did you try Darjeeling?