Embark on a scenic and soul-stirring journey across the majestic Eastern Himalayas with this specially curated itinerary covering the best of Sikkim and Darjeeling. Witness the serene beauty of glacial lakes, snow-clad valleys, Buddhist monasteries, and lush tea gardens. This tour takes you from the bustling hill town of Gangtok, through the untouched beauty of North Sikkim’s Lachen and Lachung, to the colonial charm of Darjeeling.

Day-wise Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival – Bagdogra Airport / NJP / Siliguri → Gangtok

• Meet our driver at:
  • Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / NJP Railway Station / Siliguri Bus Stand
• Transfer to Gangtok (approx. 125–135 km / 4.5–5 hrs)
• Scenic drive through mountain roads, Teesta River, and hill towns
• Check-in at the hotel on arrival
• Evening free for leisure
•  Overnight stay in Gangtok

 

Day 2: Excursion – Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Optional: Nathula Pass)

• After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion:
  • Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) – Glacial lake sacred to locals, often surrounded by snow
  • Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir – Army folklore temple
  • Optional: Nathula Pass (Indo-China Border) – Subject to permits and additional cost (closed Mondays)
• Return to Gangtok by evening
•  Overnight stay in Gangtok

Note: If Tsomgo Lake is inaccessible due to landslides or weather, alternate sightseeing will be provided.

 

Day 3: Transfer – Gangtok → Lachen (via Bhimnala & Naga Waterfalls)

• Early breakfast and checkout
• Scenic mountain drive through Chungthang to Lachen (approx. 150 km / 6–7 hrs)
• Enroute Sightseeing:
  • Bhimnala Waterfall – One of the highest in Sikkim
  • Naga Waterfall – Cascading falls amid dense forests
• Lunch stop at Chungthang (cost not included)
• Arrival at Lachen (8,800 ft) – A quaint village in North Sikkim
• Check-in at the hotel
• Evening at leisure
• Overnight stay in Lachen

 Health Advisory: Due to high altitude, people with respiratory/heart issues or infants should consult a doctor before visiting.

 

Day 4: Excursion to Gurudongmar Lake → Transfer to Lachung

• Early morning drive to Gurudongmar Lake (17,800 ft) – One of the highest and holiest lakes in the world
  • Breathtaking views of the cold desert and snow peaks
• Return to hotel for lunch
• Drive to Lachung (8,700 ft) – A picturesque valley known for rhododendron forests (Approx. 50 km / 2 hrs)
• Check-in at hotel and visit Lachung Monastery (if time permits)
•  Overnight stay in Lachung

 

Day 5: Excursion – Yumthang Valley (Optional: Zero Point) → Gangtok

• After breakfast, visit:
  • Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft) – Known as the "Valley of Flowers", especially beautiful in spring (March–May)
  • Optional: Zero Point (Yumesamdong) – Where the road ends, usually snow-covered (extra cost, weather dependent)
• Return to hotel in Lachung for lunch
• Post-lunch, drive back to Gangtok (approx. 150 km / 6–7 hrs)
• Check-in at hotel
•  Overnight stay in Gangtok

 

Day 6: Transfer – Gangtok → Darjeeling

• After breakfast, checkout and proceed to Darjeeling (approx. 100 km / 4–4.5 hrs)
• Scenic drive through tea gardens and winding hill roads
• Check-in at hotel on arrival
• Evening free to explore the Mall Road
• Overnight stay in Darjeeling

 

Day 7: Full-Day Sightseeing – Darjeeling (Tiger Hill Sunrise & Local Sites)

• Early morning (4:00 AM): Drive to Tiger Hill for sunrise view over Kanchenjunga (subject to clear weather and token availability)
• On return, visit:
  • Batasia Loop & War Memorial
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
  • Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (closed Thursdays)
  • Tenzing Rock and Ropeway (tickets extra)
  • Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre (closed Sundays)
  • Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda
  • Tea Garden outer view
• Evening free for shopping at Mall Road
•  Overnight stay in Darjeeling

 

Day 8: Departure – Darjeeling → Bagdogra / NJP / Siliguri

• After breakfast, checkout and transfer to:
  • Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station / Siliguri
  • Approx. 90–105 km / 3.5–4 hrs depending on traffic
• Tour ends with fond memories of the Himalayas