Pelling is today emerging as the second biggest tourist destination in the state after Gangtok. Although in itself it is little more than a strip of road lined with hotels, its main USP is the breathtaking view it offers of the Khangchendzonga and surrounding ranges, as well as the easy access it provides to tourist spots in the area.
2 night(s) in Gangtok
2 night(s) in Pelling
Day 1: Arrival At Gangtok
Arrival at New Jalpaiguri railway station / Bagdogra airport. Transfer to hotel. Visit M.G. Marg by walking and evening individual activities. Overnight stay at hotel in Gangtok.
Day 2: Tsomgo Lake And Baba Mandir
After breakfast depart for full day excursion trip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir which is only 32 km from Gangtok, the lake is about 1 km long, oval in shape and 15 meters deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people. Spend the evening at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity. Overnight stay at Gangtok. (In case of Land slide or any reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing).
Day 3: Gangtok Half Day Sightseeing Later Proceed To Pelling
After breakfast go for local sightseeing covering Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show and Banzakhri Falls. Afternoon transfer to Pelling (6000 feet / 132 kms / 5 hrs). Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Pelling Full Day Tour
After breakfast we drive to Yuksom on way panoramic sightseeing of Darap Village, Rimbi Water fall and Hydro Project, Khecheopalri Lake - it is one of the sacred Buddhist mountain lake and it is believed that whatever is wished in front of the lake comes true. Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and Kanchenjunga Water fall. The routes are forested and the botanical and zoological richness is inspiring. A further drive takes you to Yuksom (the meeting place of three monks) - the first capital of Sikkim, Sewaro Rock Garden, Rimbi water Falls and Khachoedpalri Lake, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins and New Helipad Ground. This was the place where the first Chogyal (a ruling dynasty in Sikkim) was crowned. Evening back to Pelling and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to New Jalpaiguri railway station/ Bagdogra airport for your onward journey.