Best of Sikkim Darjeeling

Cities Covered :

• Gangtok          : 3 Nights
• Lachung          : 2 Nights
• Pelling             : 2 Nights
• Darjeeling        : 2 Nights

Highlights :

Gangtok:

• Tsomgo Lake
• Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
• Nathula Pass

Lachung:

• Naga Waterfall, Bhim Nala Waterfall
• Excursion to Yumthang Valley (Valley Of Flowers)
• Zero Point
• Singhik view point (Enroute Lachung to Gangtok)

Pelling:

• Siddheshwar Dham & Ravangla (Enroute Gangtok to Pelling)
• Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls
• Skywalk

Darjeeling:

• Spectacular Sunrise at Mt Khangchendzongha (Tiger Hill)
• City Sightseeing of Darjeeling and Free time for Shopping

Meals:

• 09 Breakfast at the Hotel
• 09 Dinner at the Hotel

Day 1:-Arrive Bagdogara Airport. Transfer to Gangtok. Evening free for Leisure. (120 Kms / 5 Hours)

(Dinner)

Arrive Bagdogara Airport, meet and greet by our representative and then transfer to Gangtok.

On arrival check-in to hotel & rest of the day is free for leisure.

Dinner and Overnight in Gangtok.

Day 2:- Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Nathula Pass.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake, also known as Changu Lake which is a glacial lake in Sikkim and located at an altitude of 12,310 feet. The name Tsomgo means ‘Source of water’.

Baba Mandir is the shrine which was built at the Samadhi of Harbhajan Singh. It is the local belief that every person visiting the Nathang Valley and crossing through this enchantingly beautiful terrain has to pay their respects to Baba Harbhajan Singh.

Later visit Nathula Pass.

Nathula located at the Indo China border at an altitude of 14,100 feet is a favorite hotspot place of visit for visitors coming to Sikkim. It is 56 km East of Gangtok and connects the Indian state of Sikkim to Tibet Autonomous Region in China. Nathu means “listening ears” and La means “pass” in Tibetan.

Dinner and Overnight in Gangtok.

Day 3:- Depart Gangtok / Arrive Lachung. Enroute Chuntang, Naga Waterfalls, Bhim Nala Waterfalls.  (120 Kms / 6 Hours)

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Lachung (8,700 ft.), North Sikkim.

On the way take a break for some beautiful spots which are worth seeing and visiting like Naga Waterfalls. Witness the confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and Bhim Nala Waterfalls.

On arrival at Lachung check into your hotel and relax.

Dinner and Overnight in Lachung.

Day 4:- Yumthang Valley & Zero Point.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast at hotel, proceed to Yumthang Valley (Known as Valley of Flowers). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties.

We then proceed to Zero Point, Where Nature’s Majesty Knows No Bounds.

Also known as Yume Samdong, Zero Point is situated at an altitude of 15,300 feet above sea level. It happens to be the last outpost of civilisation and the place where three rivers meet amid a panoramic view of snow-covered mountains and picturesque surroundings.

Later in the afternoon back to hotel.

Rest of the evening is free for leisure.

Dinner and Overnight in Lachung.

Day 5:- Depart Lachung / Arrive Gangtok.  (120 Kms / 6 Hours)

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast at hotel, check out and transfer to Gangtok.

On the way if the weather is clear you may get to see Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik view point.

Arrive at Gangtok Hotel and Check in.

Rest of the evening is free for your own activities.

Dinner and Overnight in Gangtok.

Day 6:- Depart Gangtok / Arrive Pelling. Enroute Visit Chardham. (150 Kms / 5 Hours)

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel, proceed towards Pelling.

Enroute visit Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham) in Namchi.

Siddhesvara Dham is situated atop Solophok hilltop, 5 km from Namchi, has a 108 ft tall statue of Shiva, replicas of 12 Jyotirlingas, models of sacred Chardham Hindu Temples of Jagannath, Badrinath, Dwaraka and Rameswaram and a 18-feet statue of Kirateshwar a hunter incarnation of Shiva. The major attraction is the 108 feet, gigantic statue of Lord Shiva (Hindu God) in sitting posture, enclosed with twelve Lingas (temples) spread all over India.

We then proceed to Ravangla.

Poised at an altitude of 7000 ft., Ravangla is famous for offering an unmatched view of the Greater Himalayan Range. Blessed with ethereal beauty Ravangla has been a must-visit place in Sikkim for tourists looking for a retreat in nature.

Arrive Pelling hotel and Check in.

Rest of the evening is free for leisure.

Dinner and Overnight in Pelling.

Day 7:- Pelling Sightseeing with Skywalk.  Optional Paragliding

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast, proceed for full day sightseeing of Pelling.

Visit Darap village, Rimbi Waterfalls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha Waterfalls.

Khecheopalri Lake is a wishfulling lake – that is how it is known as here. Best part of the lake is that it is untouched, raw, un-spoilt and gorgeous in its natural glory. In afternoon. visit to Pemayangtse Monastery would be an ideal trip for you to relish the sumptuous essence of the Sikkim.

Later on, visit the lower hillock, south east of Pemayangtse monastery, where lies the ruin of the old Rabdentse palace.

Pelling Skywalk is nestled at an altitude of 7,200 feet above the sea level which leads to a statue of Chenrezig(Avalokiteśvara).  The Skywalk was inaugurated in November 2018 and the first glass skywalk of India. It is about 2 kms from center of Pelling and provides exotic views of the Kunchenjunga.

You can also do Paragliding activity at Pelling on optional basis.

In the evening, back to hotel.

Dinner and Overnight in Pelling.

Day 8:- Depart Pelling / Arrive Darjeeling. Evening free for Leisure. (80 Kms / 4 Hours) Optional Toy Train Ride 

(Breakfast & Dinner)

After breakfast, checkout from hotel and transfer to Darjeeling via Singla Check post.

Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, with the snow-clad peak of Kanchenjunga overlooking the vast expanse of picture-perfect tea estates and lush green vistas, Darjeeling is one tourist destination that draws travellers all year round. From curling up in layers of blankets inside cosy cottages to making your way around bustling marketplaces and serene monasteries, Darjeeling is a paradise for those seeking a tranquil vacation.

On arrival check-in to hotel & rest of the day is free to explore the scenic beauty of Darjeeling.

You can also take optional Toy Train Ride in Darjeeling. Darjeeling still uses steam engine trains and you can opt for joyride on this scenic train.

Dinner and Overnight in Darjeeling.

Day 9:- Darjeeling Sightseeing with Tiger Hill Sunrise Tour.

(Breakfast & Dinner)

Early morning drive to Tiger hill, to witness the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.

Back to hotel for breakfast.

We then proceed for local sightseeing of Darjeeling.

Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park, Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre and Japanese Temple.

Evening free for Shopping.

Dinner and Overnight in Darjeeling.

Day 10:- Depart Darjeeling / Transfer to Bagdogra Airport.  (75 Kms / 3 Hours)

(Breakfast)

After breakfast, checkout from the hotel, transfer to Bagdogra Airport for your flight back home with wonderful memories & souvenirs from your Sikkim Darjeeling Holidays.