Where you stay

Darjelling

1 night

Delight Norling Retreat OR (Super-Deluxe)

Gangtok

3 nights

Palri Boutique Hotel OR (Super-Deluxe)

Lachen

1 night

Delight Royal Lachen OR (Super-Deluxe)

5 nights in 3 cities, 2 rooms. Similar hotels may be used if one is full.

What's included

• Accommodation
• Sightseeing
• Pickup and drop

Trip details

Day by day

1. Day 1 Darjelling

   ARRIVAL TO DARJEELING AND SIGHTSEEING

   Upon arrival at Bagdogra airport(IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station(NJP) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - our representative will be there to receive you, he will be assisting you for the transfer to Dajeeling (75 Km / 3.5 to 4 Hrs) - is located in the Lesser Himalayas at an elevation of 2,000 metres (6,700 ft). Darjeeling is the land of breathtaking beauty, amidst rolling tea gardens, crowned by majestic Himalayas. This international destination popularly known as the Queen of hills. Jewel in the crown of Eastern Himalayas with mesmerizing beauty offers spectacular views of the Mount Everest, Mount Kanchendzonga and rest of spectacular Himalayan range. Reach Darjeeling and Check into the Hotel.
   
   After Check in Hotel get ready to visit Darjeeling sightseeing points. you will be taken to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (it is considered as a pilgrimage for all the climbing enthusiasts around the world), Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (it houses some rare animals that can only be found on higher altitudes like Pandas, Tibetan wolf, etc.), Tenzing Rock, Tibatan Refugee self help center, Tea Garden (Don't forget to have a hot aromatic Darjeeling tea which will refresh and revive you.), Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda etc.
   Sightseeing Points are dynamically set depending upon the road condition and time factors. Evening free to roam around the local market area. Over night stay at Darjeeling.
   
   Note: Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park closed on Thursday, Tibatan Refugee self help center closed on Sunday.
   
   
   In the evening you are free to stroll around Mall/ Local market. Over night stay at Darjeeling.

   Night in Darjelling · Delight Norling Retreat OR (Super-Deluxe)
2. Day 2 Gangtok

   VISIT TIGERHILL AND TRANSFER TO GANGTOK AND GANGTOK SIGHTSEEING

   This morning wake up early (around 4:00 am) and get ready for an exciting view. Visit Tiger Hill (8,500 ft), the famous sunrise point in eastern Himalaya and get a breathtaking view of the changing colour reflection over the Mt. Khangchendzonga. If it is a clear day, you might also be able to see Mount Everest from here. After that come back to the hotel and enjoy a pleasant breakfast and take a little rest for some time. After breakfast proceed to Gangtok. After reaching Gangtok get ready for local Sightseeing. Places of visit are Banjhakri Falls, Tashi View Point,Flower Show Complex, Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok. After full day of sightseeing get back to Hotel. Evening is free to stroll around MG Marg or Local Market. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

   Night in Gangtok · Palri Boutique Hotel OR (Super-Deluxe)
3. Day 3 Gangtok

   TSOMGO LAKE - BABA MANDIR (OPTIONAL: NATHU-LA PASS)

   Start your trip for a memorable excursion to the Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft. /39 km). This is one of the highest altitudes Himalayan Lake which is a beautiful oval shape lake almost 1 km long with its average depth 50 ft and situated in East Sikkim District. Afterward, proceed for Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (13,000 ft/15 km/30 minute). After visiting Baba Mandir, get back to Gangtok.
   
   Optional Nathula (Additional Cost) (14140 Ft / 4310 Mts / 20 Kms in 1Hrs one way from Tshangu Lake) Baba Mandir (13100Ft / 3994 Mts / 16Kms in 1Hrs one way from Tshangu Lake) is an Indo China border, controlled by the Indian Army & is situated approx 20 Kms ahead of Tshangu Lake at an height of 14140 Ft / 4310. The journey to Nathula& Baba Mandir is same up to 16 Kms. From Sarathang, the right arm of the “V” which is 4 Kms takes one to Baba Mandir& left arm of the “V” which is 4 Kms takes one to Nathula.
   One can opt for Nathula Excursion by paying a supplement cost which varies from month to month. Nathula permit gets confirmed 24 hrs prior to the journey date & it is subjected to permit availability as it is allotted as per lottery. Nathula is closed on Monday & Tuesday for tourist. Organizing the permit at the last moment is not possible & a clear window of 72 Hrs with proper documents is required to process the permit. There is no refund, in case the permit is confirmed by Sikkim tourism & due to whatsoever reason (Land slide, Heavy rain fall, VIP Movement, Health issue etc) one is not able to visit pickup and drop from north sikkim stand for sumo/maxx8am to 8pm) Nathula extra chargeable per Cab (Nathula Monday Tuesday Closed)

   Night in Gangtok · Palri Boutique Hotel OR (Super-Deluxe)
4. Day 4 Lachen

   GANGTOK - LACHEN

   Drive to Lachen (9500ft), a village surrounded by snow-capped peaks and beautiful alpine meadows via Chungthang, another quiet and picturesque hamlet on the higher Himalayas famous for its proximity to the Kanchenjunga National park. Chungthang is a sub-divisional town and the gateway to North Sikkim. Also, visit Singhik View Point, Naga Falls falling on the way. Arrive at the beautiful Lachen and check-in to your hotel/home stay. Spend the night in Lachen.

   Night in Lachen · Delight Royal Lachen OR (Super-Deluxe)
5. Day 5 Gangtok

   LACHEN- GURUDONGMARG - GANGTOK

   Start your trip early and travel through the Kanchenjunga National park. You will be arriving at the scenic Gurudongmar Lake and after spending an amazing time at the glacial lake, you will return to Lachen for transfer to Gangtok. Afterward, drive to Gangtok and check-in to the hotel/homestay, spend the night in Gangtok.

   Night in Gangtok · Palri Boutique Hotel OR (Super-Deluxe)
6. Day 6

   GANGTOK - NJP/IXB

   After breakfast with many wonderful memories and a glimpse of Sikkim, drive down to Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station.

Notes from the tour operator