Unveil the beauty of the Eastern Himalayas with this 5-day tour covering the serene landscapes of Gangtok and the tea-covered hills of Darjeeling. This itinerary offers stunning views, cultural sites, sacred lakes, and vibrant local life — ideal for couples, families, and nature lovers.
Day 1: Arrival at NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport – Transfer to Gangtok
Meet & greet upon arrival
Scenic drive to Gangtok (approx. 4.5 hrs)
Check-in and rest
Evening free to explore MG Road or local cafés
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 2: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
Breakfast at hotel
Day trip to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) & Baba Harbhajan Mandir
Optional: Nathula Pass (extra charge, requires permit, closed Mon/Tue)
Return to Gangtok by evening
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 3: Gangtok to Darjeeling (Approx. 100 km / 4 hrs)
Breakfast & check-out from hotel
Drive to Darjeeling via Teesta River valley
Check-in at hotel in Darjeeling
Evening at leisure or visit Mall Road
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 4: Darjeeling Local Sightseeing
Early morning visit to Tiger Hill (sunrise over Kanchenjunga)
On return: Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop
Post breakfast: Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoo, Tibetan Refugee Center, Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda
Evening free for shopping or café-hopping
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 5: Departure from Darjeeling – NJP / Bagdogra
Breakfast & check-out
Transfer to NJP / Bagdogra for onward journey
Tour ends with unforgettable hill station memories
Sacred Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir in Gangtok
Scenic Teesta Valley en route to Darjeeling
Sunrise view of Mt. Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill
Colonial charm of Darjeeling with tea gardens & monasteries
Tibetan culture, mountain views, and peaceful vibes
2 nights’ accommodation in Gangtok
2 nights’ accommodation in Darjeeling
Daily breakfast at hotels
Private AC vehicle for transfers & sightseeing
All parking, tolls, driver allowance
Inner line permit for Tsomgo/Baba Mandir
Pickup & drop from NJP / Bagdogra
Airfare/train tickets
Nathula Pass permit & transportation (optional, extra cost)
Entry fees to monuments, parks, and activities
Personal expenses: meals not mentioned, shopping, tips
Travel insurance
Anything not mentioned under inclusions