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5 Nights 6 Days: From Tea Gardens to Snow Peaks

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5 night 6 days

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Daily Tour

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About this tour

Sikkim’s charm unfolds in Gangtok, its vibrant capital at 5,600 feet, which is nestled on terraced hills and offers stunning views and a unique mountain culture. Known as the “Top of the Hill,” Gangtok provides a serene atmosphere for travelers seeking nature and tranquility.

Nearby in West Bengal, Darjeeling—the famed “Queen of the Hills”—draws visitors with its awe-inspiring views of Mt. Kanchenjunga, lush tea gardens, and the historic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Together, Gangtok and Darjeeling offer a perfect blend of scenic landscapes, cultural heritage, and captivating mountain experiences.

Highlights

  • Explore Gangtok & Darjeeling
  • Visit Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
  • Sunrise at Tiger Hill
  • Sightseeing: Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop
  • Views of Kanchenjunga
  • Comfortable stay & private transfers

Included/Excluded

  • • Comfortable twin-sharing accommodation at selected hotels.
  • • Meals provided as per the itinerary.
  • • Private transfers and sightseeing tours for a seamless experience.
  • • All applicable taxes, including hotel and cab charges.
  • • Entrance fees for monuments, temples, and other attractions.
  • • Meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • • Personal expenses, including shopping, tips, and miscellaneous costs.
  • • Travel insurance (to be arranged separately).
  • • Any increase in government or state taxes beyond the current rate.
  • • Additional services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
  • • Nathula Pass permit (subject to availability and extra charges).

Itinerary

DAY 1 : NEW JALPAIGURI RAILWAY STATION / BAGDOGRA AIRPORT TO GANGTOK

Upon arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport, you will be greeted by a driver and transferred to Gangtok. At an elevation of 1,750 meters, Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim, featuring a mix of traditional Buddhist culture and modern development. Surrounded by monasteries and orchids, it serves as a gateway to North Sikkim and is a delightful destination for travelers. Key Pointers:

  • Arrival: Pickup from NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport.
  • Gangtok: Capital of Sikkim at 1,750 meters.
  • Development:Rapid growth since the mid-19th century.
  • Architecture:Government buildings with traditional Buddhist decorations.
  • Surroundings:Monasteries and orchids add to the city's charm.
  • Gateway:Ideal base for exploring North Sikkim.

DAY 2 : GANGTOK TO TSOMGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR - DAY TOUR

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake), located 35 km from Gangtok at 12,400 feet. The lake, fed by melting snow, is known for its stunning scenery and the legend lamas used to forecast the future by analyzing its color. Key Pointers:

  • Excursion:Full-day trip to Tsomgo Lake.
  • Distance:35 km from Gangtok.
  • Altitude:12,400 feet.
  • Lake Source:Fed by melting snow from surrounding mountains.
  • Legend: Lamas could predict the future based on the lake’s color.

DAY 3 : GANGTOK FULL DAY TOUR

An overview of the Gangtok sightseeing day-

• Visit to Tashi View Point for scenic views.
• Visit to Hanuman Tok & Ganesh Tok temples.
• Visit to Enchey Monastery.
• Visit to Flower Exhibition Centre.
• Visit to Do Drul Chorten stupa.
• Visit to Namgyal Institute of Tibetology.
• Visit to Cottage Industry.
• Experience cable car ride.
• Visit to Bakthang Falls.

DAY 4 : GANGTOK TO DARJEELING

Breakfast at the Hotel: Enjoy your breakfast before heading out.
Travel to Darjeeling: Proceed to Darjeeling, a charming hill station in West Bengal.
Historical Significance: Once a summer retreat for British Raj elites, now famous for its toy train and tea gardens.

Key Features:

  • Toy Train: Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, completed in 1881
  • Tea Plantations: Known worldwide for distinctive black tea
  • Scenic Backdrop: Views of Kanchenjunga, one of the highest peaks in the world

DAY 5 : DARJEELING FULL DAY TOUR

Early Morning: Visit Tiger Hill for sunrise over Kanchenjunga & Mount Everest.
Sightseeing: Explore Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.
Breakfast: Return to hotel.
City Tour: Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre, plus Tenzing Rock, tea estates & Japanese Peace Pagoda.

Notes: Tiger Hill pass limited (600 cars/day); Toy train optional.

DAY 6 : - DARJEELING TO BAGDOGRA AIRPORT / NEW JALPAIGURI RAILWAY STATION

Departure: Breakfast at the hotel and drive from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station

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