Gangtok-Darjeeling Delight
6 Days / 5 Nights · 2-8 people
Overview
This 5 nights / 6 days package combines the best of Sikkim's capital Gangtok with West Bengal's iconic hill station Darjeeling. Spend three nights exploring Gangtok's markets, monasteries and high‑altitude lake excursion, then head to Darjeeling for two nights featuring the unforgettable Tiger Hill sunrise, tea garden views and classic colonial charm. Perfect for travellers seeking a mix of culture, nature and Himalayan scenery without high‑altitude challenges.
Trip Highlights
Tiger Hill sunrise over Kanchenjunga
Tsomgo Lake & Baba Harbhajan Mandir excursion
Gangtok city tour with monasteries and viewpoints
Darjeeling sightseeing including Peace Pagoda and zoo
Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery visits
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at NJP/IXB · Drive to Gangtok (130 km / ~4 hrs)
- Arrive at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) or Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
- Meet our representative and drive through scenic Teesta River valley to Gangtok
- Check in at the hotel and relax after your journey
- Evening free to visit MG Marg for shopping and local atmosphere
- Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 2
Gangtok Full Day Sightseeing
- Breakfast at hotel and start comprehensive city tour
- Visit Bakthang Waterfall, Tashi View Point and Ganesh Tok
- Explore Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten and Institute of Tibetology
- See Handicraft Centre, Flower Exhibition and Banjhakri Falls
- Optional ropeway ride for panoramic city views (if operational)
- Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay
Day 3
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
- Early morning departure (~8 AM) for Tsomgo (Changu) Lake at 12,400 ft, subject to permits
- Enjoy the sacred glacial lake surrounded by mountains and seasonal flowers
- Visit Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir and pay respects at the memorial
- Optional: Nathula Pass can be arranged at extra cost on permitted days
- Return to Gangtok by evening with free time at leisure
- Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 4
Gangtok to Darjeeling (110 km / ~4 hrs)
- Breakfast at hotel and check out from Gangtok
- Scenic drive from Gangtok to Darjeeling through hill roads and tea gardens
- Arrive in Darjeeling and check in at your hotel
- Evening free to explore Mall Road or Chowrasta area
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 5
Darjeeling Sightseeing with Tiger Hill Sunrise
- Very early morning (~4 AM) drive to Tiger Hill for Kanchenjunga sunrise views
- Visit Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery on return journey
- Breakfast at hotel followed by full day sightseeing
- Explore Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (zoo closed Thursdays)
- Visit Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Tenzing Rock and tea garden viewpoint
- Evening free for Mall Road shopping and Darjeeling atmosphere
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 6
Darjeeling to NJP/IXB Departure (88 km / ~3 hrs)
- Breakfast at hotel and check out at scheduled time
- Drive back to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport
- Short photo stops along the way if time permits
- Drop at station / airport as per departure schedule
- Tour ends with memories of Gangtok and Darjeeling
✓Inclusions
- Assistance on arrival and departure at NJP railway station or Bagdogra airport
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle as per itinerary
- Accommodation in Gangtok (3N) and Darjeeling (2N) with breakfast
- Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Harbhajan Mandir (subject to permits and conditions)
- Driver allowances, fuel, parking charges, tolls and basic taxes
×Exclusions
- Train or flight tickets to and from NJP/Bagdogra
- Nathula Pass, Toy Train joyride or any additional activities not mentioned
- Entry fees to zoos, monasteries, temples and attractions
- Lunch, dinner, personal expenses, room heater, laundry, tips
- Any extra costs due to roadblocks, landslides or weather delays
- Travel insurance and services not listed under inclusions