Best of Sikkim & Darjeeling Tour (7 Nights / 8 Days)

A journey to the high-altitude wonders

• After breakfast, begin an unforgettable excursion to East Sikkim’s legendary high-altitude destinations.

En-route Experiences:

• Changu (Tsomgo) Lake – A sacred glacial lake at 12,400 ft, believed to change colours with the seasons. Locals consider it spiritually powerful, often associated with divine blessings.

• Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir – Dedicated to an Indian Army soldier revered as a guardian spirit of the region.

• Nathula Pass (Subject to Permit & Weather) – One of the highest motorable passes in the world, connecting India and Tibet, rich in history from the ancient Silk Route era.

• Return to Gangtok by evening.

Overnight Stay: Gangtok

Culture, spirituality & panoramic views

• Today unfolds the cultural soul of Gangtok through peaceful viewpoints, sacred monasteries, and heritage institutions.

Sightseeing Includes:

• Tashi View Point – Early Himalayan panoramas with Kanchenjunga views (weather permitting)

• Ganesh Tok & Hanuman Tok – Hilltop temples offering calming views and spiritual serenity

• Namgyal Institute of Tibetology – One of the world’s finest collections of Tibetan manuscripts & artefacts

• Do-Drul Chorten – A peaceful stupa surrounded by prayer wheels

• Flower Exhibition Centre – Seasonal Himalayan blooms

• Ban Jhakri Waterfalls – A mythological themed nature park celebrating Lepcha folklore

• Evening free for leisure.

Overnight Stay: Gangtok

Into West Sikkim’s tranquil landscapes

• After breakfast, drive towards Pelling, a serene hill town known for unmatched views of Mt. Kanchenjunga.
• The journey itself is beautiful  passing through quiet villages, forested stretches, and deep valleys. As altitude changes, so does the rhythm of life — slower, calmer, more soulful.
• Check in at your hotel and relax.

Evening:

• Leisure time with mountain views

• Experience peaceful sunsets over the Himalayas

Overnight Stay: Pelling

History, faith & Himalayan grandeur

• Today reveals why Pelling is considered one of Sikkim’s most spiritually rich destinations.

Sightseeing Includes:

• Pemayangtse Monastery – One of Sikkim’s oldest and most sacred monasteries, deeply tied to the state’s history

• Rabdentse Ruins – Remains of the former capital of the Kingdom of Sikkim, offering breathtaking valley views

• Chenrezig Skywalk & Statue – India’s first glass skywalk with majestic Himalayan backdrops

• Khecheopalri Lake – A sacred wish-fulfilling lake revered by both Buddhists and Hindus

• Rimbi & Kanchenjunga Waterfalls – Powerful cascades surrounded by dense greenery

A day filled with peace, legends, and postcard-perfect views.

Overnight Stay: Pelling

From Himalayan silence to colonial charm

• After breakfast, drive towards Darjeeling, crossing borders into West Bengal. Landscapes slowly transform into rolling tea gardens and misty hills.
• Arrival in Darjeeling feels nostalgic — a charming blend of colonial heritage, mountain air, and timeless elegance.
• Check in and relax.

Evening:

• Optional walk on Mall Road

• Enjoy Darjeeling’s café culture & cool climate

Overnight Stay: Darjeeling

Tea gardens, sunrises & heritage

• An early morning start leads to one of India’s most magical experiences.

Sightseeing Includes:

• Tiger Hill (Sunrise) – Witness golden rays illuminating Mt. Kanchenjunga

• Ghoom Monastery – Home to a 15-ft Maitreya Buddha statue

• Batasia Loop – A scenic railway loop with war memorial views

• Himalayan Mountaineering Institute – Celebrating Himalayan exploration history

• Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park – Home to rare Himalayan wildlife

• Tea Estate Visit – Learn how the world-famous Darjeeling tea is crafted

• Evening at leisure.

Overnight Stay: Darjeeling

Farewell to the Hills

• After breakfast, drive back to Siliguri / NJP / Bagdogra Airport with hearts full of memories, photographs, and mountain stories that stay forever.