Gangtok is a popular tourist destination known for its scenic beauty, religious sites, and proximity to Himalayan treks. Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim, a mountainous state in northern India. Nicknamed “the Hill Top”, Gangtok offers stunning views of the Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest mountain. This vibrant town was once a Buddhist pilgrimage center and today remains an important center for Tibetan Buddhism.
Darjeeling is a hill station famed for its stunning views, including glimpses of Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest mountain. Explore sprawling tea estates, ride the iconic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, or visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. For nature lovers, Singalila National Park offers trekking adventures.
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Bagdogra Airport, N.J.P | ||||
DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight. | ||||
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Day 1 :- NJP/IXB TO GANGTOK
Once you arrive at Bagdogra airport or NJP railway station, you will meet your travel coordinator and then head towards Gangtok (5,800 ft), which is the capital of the state of Sikkim. The drive is about 4 hrs depending on the road conditions passing through some very scenic roads along the river Teesta. The vehicle shall drop you off at your destination/hotel in the evening. If you happen to arrive early in the day, a stroll along MG Marg in the evenings is a recommended activity.
Day 2 :- TSUNGO LAKE AND BABA MANDIR
Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion Nathula Pass (China Border) to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir ( New ) nearly 40 kilometers – The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep – Generally covered in snow for most of the year the year – This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all – Nathu La Pass to Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometers and is optional – Back to Gangtok – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center – Over Night stay at Gangtok (Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided.
Day 3 :- GANGTOK TO DARJEELING
The day start with the breakfast check out from the hotel transfer to Darjeeling check in at hotel evening free for leisure suggested to visit ChowrastaThe Mall Road and to local nearby markets overnight at Darjeeling.
Day 4 :- DARJEELINIG LOCAL SIGHTSEEN
At about 4:00 AM drive to Tiger Hills -in return visit – Ghoom Monastry &Batasia Loop War Memorial and back to hotel after breakfast proceed to visit-Zoo, Himalayan Mountaineering institute (HMI), Ropeway Cable car ride, Tenzing Rock Climbing Training Center, Chitrey Tea Garden, Tibiten Refugee Center & Japanese Temple Peace Pagoda .Back to Hotel evening free for leisure suggest to visit local market overnight at Darjeeling.
Day 5 :- MIRIK EXCURSION
Early morning breakfast – Next start for the 32 kilometers drive via Nepal border to Mirik – It’s a two hours drive – Mirik is a quiet town between Siliguri and Darjeeling – It is known for its secluded charm, Beautiful Tea Gardens, Samendu Lake, Orange Orchards, Cardamom Plantation and its pleasant Climate – The drive is scenic and so is the place both attracts tourist in hordes – Halt at Seemana for view for viewing of Mount Kanchendzonga – Activity like boating in the lake is also in the card for guest – On the way visit Pashupati Market in Nepal – Drive back to Darjeeling nearly 32 kilometers and 1 ½ – 2 hour’s drive – Back to Hotel – Late evening free to stroll around Mall or visit some of the pub, Eateries, studio or bakery with cafeteria – Night halt at Darjeeling
Day 6 :- DARJEELING TO NJP/IXB
Drive to Siliguri, on the way to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) (120 kilometers, 2 ½ – 3 hours) – Morning breakfast – After breakfast transfer to Siliguri Via visiting Batasia Loop &Ghoom Monastery and then Drive to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) /Siliguri – Guest are advised to start early and not to rush – Forwarding Journey.
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