- 3 Hours
- Accessibiliy
- Pet allowed
- Tour guide
Description
Darjeeling, the iconic "Queen of the Hills" in West Bengal, offers a stunning blend of colonial charm, breathtaking Himalayan vistas, and lush tea heritage.
For an incredible tour of Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, you should structure your trip around local city viewpoints and waterfalls, sacred spiritual sites, and high-altitude day excursions.
Here is an optimized 4-nights and 5-days itinerary for a Darjeeling and Gangtok tour, starting and ending at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP
Trip Plan
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Location: DarjeelingArrival: Pick up from Bagdogra Airport or NJP Station and meet your driver.Journey: Drive to Darjeeling (approx. 70 km, 3 hours) via scenic mountain roads and tea gardens.Evening: Check in to your hotel and spend the evening strolling or relaxing around Chowrasta Mall.Stay: Overnight in Darjeeling.
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Location: DarjeelingEarly Morning (4:00 AM): Drive to Tiger Hill to watch the sunrise over Kanchenjunga peak.Morning Stops: Visit the historic Ghoom Monastery and the iconic Batasia Loop.Daytime Sightseeing: Explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, and the Japanese Peace Pagoda.Stay: Overnight in Darjeeling.
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Location: Darjeeling -GangtokMorning: Enjoy breakfast, check out, and drive to Gangtok (approx. 100 km, 4 hours).Afternoon: Arrive in the capital of Sikkim and check into your hotel.Evening: Walk along the vibrant MG Road for local shopping and street food.Stay: Overnight in Gangtok
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Location: GangtokMorning (Excursion): Drive to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) and the revered Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (approx. 45–55 km one way).Optional Extension: Visit Nathu La Pass (indo-china border, 14,140 ft), subject to permit availability and weather conditions.Evening: Return to Gangtok to rest or pick up souvenirs.Stay: Overnight in Gangtok
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Location: Departure to NJP / BagdograMorning: Have an early breakfast and check out from your hotel.Return Journey: Transfer back to Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station (approx. 120–130 km, 4 to 5 hours) for your onward journey hom
