The capital of the state of Sikkim, Gangtok is an attractive tourist destination, reflecting a unique ambience which derives from its happy blend of tradition and modernity. Alongside the deeply felt presence of stupas and monasteries, Gangtok also bustles like any other thriving town. Some of the key places to visit include Rumtek Monastery, Do-Drul Chorten, Enchey Monastery, Tashi View Point and the local bazaar, Lal Bazaar.
2 night(s) in Gangtok
2 night(s) in Darjeeling
Day 1: Arrival At New Japaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport And Transfer To Gangtok
Meet and greet on arrival at New Japaiguri Railway station / Bagdogra airport and transfer to Gangtok. On arrival Check into hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok
Day 2: Excursion To Tsomgo Lake And Baba Mandir
After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok. (In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)
Day 3: Gangtok Local Sightseeing And Transfer To Darjeeling
This morning start for a half day trip of Gangtok city covering Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery and Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Afternoon drive to Darjeeling. On arrival check into your hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 4: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mount Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 5: Departure To New Jalpaiguri Railway Station /bagdogra Airport
After breakfast Check out from hotel and take the departure transfer to New Jalpaiguri railway station /Bagdogra airport for your onward journey