Day 01Arrival at Bagdogra – Transfer to Gangtok (130 km / 4-5 hrs)
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport and drive to Gangtok, the enchanting capital of Sikkim. Nestled in the Eastern Himalayas, Gangtok captivates visitors with its misty hills, lush rice terraces, gushing rivers, and distant snow-capped peaks.
En route, soak in the beauty of the landscape.
Check into the hotel upon arrival.
Evening: Free to explore the vibrant MG Marg & Mall Road – ideal for shopping and local cuisine.
Overnight in Gangtok
Day 02Full-Day Gangtok City Tour
After breakfast, enjoy a day of sightseeing covering:
Banjhakri Falls – A beautiful landscaped park with natural falls and shamanic statues.
Namgyal Institute of Tibetology – A world-renowned centre of Tibetan studies, housing rare manuscripts, thangkas, and Buddhist artifacts.
Do-Drul Chorten Stupa – A sacred stupa marked with a golden dome, surrounded by prayer wheels.
Government Institute of Cottage Industries (GICI) – Witness traditional arts and crafts; shop for souvenirs.
Orchid Flower Show – Discover exotic Himalayan orchids in a climate-controlled garden.
Tashi View Point – Offers a stunning panoramic view of the Kanchenjunga range.
Ganesh Tok – A small temple with an awe-inspiring bird’s-eye view of Gangtok.
Bakthang Waterfall – A serene waterfall en route to Tashi View Point.
Overnight in Gangtok
Day 03Excursion to Tsomgo Lake
After breakfast, proceed for a day trip to Tsomgo Lake:
Tsomgo (Changu) Lake – Located at 12,400 ft and 38 km from Gangtok, this glacial lake is known for its serene beauty and spiritual significance.
Optional: Visit Baba Mandir and ride a yak around the lake (subject to weather).
Return to Gangtok in the afternoon.
Evening: Free to relax or shop at MG Marg.
Overnight in Gangtok
Day 04Gangtok to Lachen (125 km / 6 hrs)
Post breakfast, begin your journey to Lachen (2750m), a quaint mountain village.
En route stops:
Mangan – Scenic town in North Sikkim.
Seven Sisters Waterfalls – A picturesque multi-tiered waterfall.
Naga Waterfall / Vimnala Falls – Known for its powerful cascade.
Chungthang – Confluence of Lachen & Lachung Rivers.
Check-in and relax.
Overnight in Lachen
Day 05Lachen Sightseeing – Thangu & Chopta Valley
After early breakfast:
Visit Thangu Village (13,000 ft), known for its alpine meadows and military outposts.
Chopta Valley – Carpeted with wildflowers in summer and snowfields in winter.
Return to hotel for lunch.
Afternoon: Explore Lachen village at leisure.
Overnight in Lachen
Day 06Lachen to Lachung (50 km / 2.5 hrs)
Post breakfast, drive to Lachung (9,600 ft), renowned as the most picturesque village in Sikkim.
Highlights:
Monasteries, apple orchards, snow-fed rivers, and breathtaking scenery.
Check-in and relax.
Overnight in Lachung
Day 07Lachung – Yumthang Valley & Zero Point Excursion
Early morning after breakfast:
Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft) – Known as the Valley of Flowers, it blooms with rhododendrons from April to May.
Yumesamdong / Zero Point (15,300 ft) – A dramatic snowy expanse with views of the Tibetan plateau (subject to permit).
Return to hotel.
Overnight in Lachung
Day 08Lachung to Gangtok (120 km / 5 hrs)
Post breakfast, return to Gangtok with en route views of the Eastern Himalayas and Kanchenjunga.
Afternoon: Check-in and free at leisure.
Overnight in Gangtok
Day 09Gangtok to Pelling (130 km / 5 hrs)
Post breakfast, transfer to Pelling (6,250 ft), known for spectacular views of Kanchenjunga.
En route visit:
Ravangla Buddha Park (Tathagata Tsal) – A stunning 130-ft tall statue of Buddha amidst serene gardens.
Check-in and relax.
Overnight in Pelling
Day 10Full-Day Pelling & Yuksom Sightseeing
Explore:
Darap Village – Home to various ethnic groups and scenic valleys.
Rimbi & Kanchenjunga Waterfalls
Khecheopalri Lake – Sacred & wish-fulfilling lake.
Later drive to Yuksom:
Historic first capital of Sikkim
Visit Norbugang Coronation Throne and village walk
Overnight in Pelling
Day 11Pelling Sightseeing with Singshore Bridge
Visit:
Pemayangtse Monastery – Oldest monastery of Sikkim
Rabdentse Ruins – Ancient royal palace ruins
Sangachoeling Monastery – 17th-century monastery on a hilltop
Chenrezig Statue & Skywalk – India’s first glass skywalk & 137-ft Buddha statue
Cheese Factory (Dentam)
Tsangey Waterfall
Singshore Bridge – 2nd highest bridge in Asia
Overnight in Pelling
Day 12Pelling to Darjeeling (100 km / 4 hrs)
Transfer to Darjeeling, the "Queen of the Hills", famous for its old-world charm, tea gardens, and Himalayan vistas.
En route stops:
Namchi Char Dham Temple – Replicas of 4 sacred Hindu shrines & towering Shiva statue
Samdruptse Statue – 135-ft statue of Guru Padmasambhava on a hilltop
Check-in and relax.
Overnight in Darjeeling
Day 13Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early morning:
Tiger Hill Sunrise – Witness the golden sunrise over Kanchenjunga & Everest (weather permitting).
Post breakfast visit:
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Tenzing Museum
Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park – See red pandas, snow leopards, etc.
Batasia Loop – Unique railway loop with great views
Ghoom Monastery – Historic Buddhist site
Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda – Symbols of peace and spirituality
Evening: Stroll at Chowrasta & Mall Road
Overnight in Darjeeling
Day 14Darjeeling to Bagdogra (90 km / 3-4 hrs)
After breakfast, transfer to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Station for your onward journey.
Tour Ends with Wonderful Memories!
