This 8-day journey offers the best of Darjeeling's colonial charm and tea estates, and Gangtok’s vibrant culture, monasteries, and mountain views. Ideal for those seeking a mix of sightseeing, spirituality, leisure, and nature.
Day 1: Arrival at NJP / Bagdogra – Transfer to Darjeeling (75 km / 3 hrs)
Pickup from New Jalpaiguri Station (NJP) or Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Scenic drive through lush hills to Darjeeling
Check-in at hotel and relax
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 2: Darjeeling Local Sightseeing
Early morning (4:00 AM) visit to Tiger Hill for sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga
Enroute visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop
After breakfast: visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoo, Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Centre, and Tea Garden
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 3: Darjeeling – Excursion to Mirik Lake (optional)
Day trip to Mirik, a peaceful hill station near Nepal border
Visit Sumendu Lake, enjoy boating, walk through pine forests
On return, optional stop at Pashupati Market (Nepal side)
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 4: Darjeeling to Gangtok (100 km / 4–5 hrs)
Drive to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim
Scenic journey via Teesta River
Check-in at hotel and leisure evening walk at MG Marg
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 5: Gangtok Sightseeing (City Tour)
Visit Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok
Explore Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten Stupa, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Flower Exhibition Centre, and Banjhakri Falls
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 6: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
Drive to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) – a glacial lake surrounded by snow
Visit Baba Harbhajan Mandir
Optional permit-based trip to Nathula Pass (Indo-China Border – subject to availability)
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 7: Gangtok – Leisure Day / Optional Tour
Free day to relax or go shopping at MG Marg
Optional visit to Ranka Monastery, Rumtek Monastery, or Ropeway ride
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 8: Gangtok – NJP / Bagdogra Departure (130 km / 4–5 hrs)
After breakfast, transfer to NJP Station or Bagdogra Airport
Tour ends with serene mountain memories!
Sunrise view from Tiger Hill, Darjeeling
Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir excursion in Gangtok
Peaceful monasteries and panoramic viewpoints
Tea garden visits & heritage sites
Optional Nathula Pass (Indo-China border) visit
7 Nights hotel stay with breakfast
All sightseeing & transfers in private vehicle
Entry permits to restricted areas
Driver allowance, parking, tolls
Air/train fare to Bagdogra/NJP
Nathula Pass permit charges (if applicable)
Entry fees, ropeway tickets, boating, etc.
Meals other than breakfast