Trip Highlights

  • Explore Gangtok’s monasteries, viewpoints and cultural attractions.
  • Visit Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple on a scenic high-altitude excursion.
  • Enjoy a cable car ride and explore Gangtok’s local sights.
  • Discover Pelling’s Kanchenjunga Waterfalls, Khecheopalri Lake and Rabdentse Ruins.
  • Walk through Pemayangtse Monastery and experience the quiet mountain surroundings of Pelling.
  • Explore Darjeeling’s Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, tea estates, Peace Pagoda and other hill-town attractions.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

A 7 Nights / 8 Days itinerary for Tranquil Sikkim & Darjeeling Tour.

  • Arrive at the New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB), where you shall meet our representative.
  • Get help with an assisted transfer to your hotel in Gangtok in a private car, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way.
  • Reach your pre-booked hotel and complete the check-in formalities.
  • The rest of your day is free for leisurely exploration around the hotel or rest.

Departure: Gangtok

  • The next day, after breakfast, proceed for a day trip to Tsomgo (Changu) Lake, a scenic glacial lake located on the route towards Nathu La Pass.
  • Next, visit Baba Mandir, a shrine dedicated to Indian Army soldier Harbhajan Singh.
  • Optional excursion to Nathu La Pass on the India–China border, available for Indian nationals at an additional cost and subject to permits/operational days.
  • Return to Gangtok by evening.
  • Get some free time for shopping and exploring the local market, followed by an overnight stay in Gangtok.

Departure: Gangtok

  • Start the day with panoramic views from Tashi Viewpoint, followed by a visit to Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok.
  • Explore Gangtok’s spiritual side at Ranka Monastery, Rumtek Monastery and Do-drul Chorten.
  • Visit Banjhakri Falls and enjoy some time amid its landscaped surroundings.
  • Learn more about Sikkim’s culture and heritage at the Institute of Tibetology, Cottage Industry, Handicraft Centre, and Flower Show.
  • After a full day of sightseeing, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Gangtok.

Departure: Gangtok

  • The next day, after breakfast, check out of the hotel and transfer from Gangtok to Pelling.
  • Spend the rest of the evening at leisure where you can explore the nearby area or laze around in your hotel room.

Departure: Pelling

  • Begin the day with a visit to Darap Village, followed by the scenic Kanchenjunga Waterfalls, Sewaro Rock Garden and Rimbi Waterfalls.
  • Spend some quiet time at Khecheopalri Lake, one of the most peaceful spots around Pelling.

    • After lunch, visit the historic Pemayangtse Monastery and explore the nearby Rabdentse Ruins.

  • Continue to the Bird Sanctuary before heading back to the hotel.
  • End the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Pelling.

Departure: Pelling

  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Darjeeling.
  • Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and relax.

    • The rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Departure: Darjeeling

  • Start early with a trip to Tiger Hill to watch the sunrise over the Himalayan peaks.
  • On the way back, stop at Ghoom Monastery and the scenic Batasia Loop before returning for breakfast.
  • Continue with visits to the Natural History Museum, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park.
  • Explore more of Darjeeling with stops at the Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre, Ropeway, Tea Estate, Peace Pagoda and Tenzing & Gombu Rock.
  • Return to the hotel after sightseeing for an overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Departure: Darjeeling

  • Have breakfast and complete the check-out formalities.
  • Drive from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport.
  • On arrival at the airport, continue with your onward journey.

Departure: Bagdogra

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Accommodation in well-appointed rooms as per the confirmed itinerary.
  • Meals as specified in the confirmed package.
  • Airport transfers as per the itinerary.
  • Sightseeing and intercity transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Gangtok to Darjeeling road transfer.
  • Services of a professional driver for the tour.
  • Driver allowances, parking charges, toll taxes and fuel costs.
  • Applicable taxes as per current government rules.
  • International or domestic airfare.
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, tips, shopping and room service.
  • Any meals not mentioned in the confirmed itinerary.
  • Entrance fees, camera fees and activity charges unless specifically included.
  • Nathula Pass excursion and permit-related charges unless included in the confirmed package.
  • Optional tours or activities not included in the itinerary.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Any expense arising due to weather, roadblocks, landslides, flight delays or circumstances beyond control.
  • New government taxes or charges introduced after package confirmation.

Important Information

  • Valid government-issued photo ID.
  • Comfortable walking shoes with good grip.
  • Light woollens or layered clothing, even during the warmer months.
  • A warm jacket for Tsomgo Lake and other high-altitude areas.
  • Rain jacket or umbrella, particularly during the monsoon period.
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat.
  • Personal medicines and a basic first-aid kit.
  • Charger, power bank and some cash for smaller local expenses.
  • Entry into permit-controlled areas without the required documents or permits.
  • Littering at lakes, monasteries, viewpoints or other public places.
  • Photography inside areas where it is specifically restricted.
  • Drone usage in restricted or border-sensitive areas without prior permission.
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Best fit: March to May and October to mid-December are generally the most comfortable months for sightseeing. Spring brings fresh blooms and greener landscapes, while autumn usually offers clearer views of the Himalayas.

Also possible: January and February suit travellers who do not mind colder weather. June and September can also work, although rain and changing mountain conditions may occasionally affect sightseeing or high-altitude trips.

Avoid: July and August see heavier monsoon rain. Landslides, roadblocks and travel delays are more likely during this period, making these months less convenient for a smooth trip.

  • Permits are required for Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
  • Tsomgo Lake is much colder than Gangtok, so carry warm clothing.
  • Nathula Pass is optional and subject to permits, weather and road conditions.
  • Mountain travel times may vary due to traffic, weather or road conditions.
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute are closed on Thursdays.

Additional Information

  • A 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
  • The balance payment must be made 15 days before the start date.
  • Full payment is required for late bookings/peak season.
  • Additional payments need to be made as per supplier deadlines.

  • Cheque/Demand Draft

  • Bank Transfer

  • QR Code

  • Cancellation charges apply as per the final confirmed booking terms.

  • Refund processing may take 2–4 weeks due to banking procedures.

  • No refunds are available for partially used services or cancellations made after the journey has commenced.

Note: The cancellation amount is calculated based on the total booking amount, not the advance deposited. Charges may vary; view the full cancellation/refund policy here.

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