Overview & Highlights
Overview
Discover an offbeat side of Sikkim & Darjeeling with this 7-day journey through colonial hill towns, serene monasteries, skywalks, and hidden Himalayan gems. From the sunrise at Tiger Hill to the tranquil monasteries of Pelling and Kalimpong, and the glacial beauty of Tsomgo Lake, this tour is perfect for travelers who want to explore beyond the usual routes.
Highlights
- Scenic drive through the Himalayas from Bagdogra/NJP to Darjeeling
- Witness a golden sunrise at Tiger Hill over Mt. Kanchenjunga
- Experience the UNESCO-listed Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Toy Train Ride
- Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoological Park & Peace Pagoda
- Explore Pelling’s Skywalk, Chenrezig Statue, Rabdentse Ruins & Pemayangtse Monastery
- Stop at Ravangla Buddha Park with its grand 130-ft statue
- Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (with optional Nathula Pass)
- Visit Kalimpong’s Deolo Hill, Zang Dhok Palri Monastery & Jelepla Viewpoint
- Blend of heritage, spirituality, nature & adventure in a single tour
Inclusions
✔ Accommodation in well-rated hotels on double/triple sharing basis
✔ Daily breakfast & dinner as per itinerary
✔ Private vehicle for transfers & sightseeing
✔ Professional driver with local expertise
✔ Assistance with permits where required
✔ All tolls, parking, and driver allowances
✔ Tour guidance & support throughout the trip
Exclusions
✘ 5% GST
✘ Airfare / train fare to Bagdogra (IXB) / NJP
✘ Lunches, snacks & beverages not included in itinerary
✘ Nathula Pass permit & transport (extra cost, subject to availability)
✘ Entry fees for monuments, museums, ropeway & toy train
✘ Camera fees, laundry, shopping & personal expenses
✘ Travel insurance, medical costs, or oxygen cylinders
Other Info
- Best Season: March–June & October–December
- Altitude Range:
• Darjeeling – ~2,050 m
• Pelling – ~1,800 m
• Gangtok – ~1,650 m
• Kalimpong – ~1,250 m
• Nathula Pass (optional) – 4,310 m - What to Carry: Warm clothes (seasonal), sunglasses, sunscreen, moisturizer, sturdy shoes, medicines
- Connectivity: Good mobile network in Darjeeling, Gangtok & Kalimpong; limited at Tsomgo & Nathula
- Permits: Nathula Pass visit subject to permit approval & weather conditions
- Advisory: Road journeys are hilly & winding – advisable to carry motion sickness tablets