Darjeeling, Gangtok & Pelling

Package Overview

Explore the Eastern Himalayas with three nights in Gangtok, two in Pelling, and two in Darjeeling. Discover Gangtok’s vibrant streets, serene monasteries, and scenic mountain landscapes. Experience Pelling’s peaceful charm, rich heritage, and breathtaking Kanchenjunga views before continuing to Darjeeling, famed for its picturesque tea gardens and colonial character. Combining natural beauty, cultural discovery, and relaxing hill station stays, this seven-night holiday promises memorable moments for families, couples, and nature lovers seeking a refreshing escape.

Routing

Trip Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

3N Gangtok, 2N Pelling, 2N Darjeeling

Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 : New Jalpaiguri - Gangtok

Welcome on arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and transfer to Gangtok (114kms/4.5hrs), At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. Evening free for individual activity and leisure, overnight at the hotel.

Day 2 : Gangtok Local Sightseeing

Morning proceeds for a full day sightseeing in and around this capital city of Sikkim, covering Chortan (Stupa), Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Saturdays & Sundays) Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms (Closed on Saturdays & Sundays), Flower show, Tashi View point, Ganesh Tak, Hanuman Tak, Bhakthang Falls and Gojang Monastery. Overnight at hotel in Gangtok.

Day 3 : Excursion Trip To Tsomgo Lake& Baba Mandir. (New)

After breakfast start for a day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft), which is only 32kms from Gangtok City, the lake is almost about 1Km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people, further 12Kms visit Baba Mandir dedicated to the memory of the soldier Harbhajan Singh. Evening free at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity.

In case of Land slide or any reason, Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provide alternate sightseeing at Gangtok.
Nathula Pass visit will be on direct payment basis because it depends on availability of permit from army and subject to weather & Road Condition.
Nathula La is closed to visitors on Monday.

Day 4 : Gangtok To Pelling

Morning transfer to Pemayangtse (Pelling) (123kms/6.5hrs). Pemayangtse is a very small Himalayan village in West Sikkim. Pelling is the nearest motor able point from Mt. Kanchendzonga, worlds 03rd highest peak, offers a good sunrise and all day long view of Kanchendzonga and the entire Eastern Himalayan range.

Day 5 : Pelling Local Sightseeing

After breakfast start for sightseeing in an around Pemayangtse, covering Rimbi Falls, Sacred Khecheodpalri Lake, Kanchendzonga Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Pemayangtse Monastery – the 2nd oldest monastery of Sikkim, Rabdentse Ruins &Darap Village. Evening free for individual activity and leisure.

Day 6 : Pelling To Darjeeling

Morning transfer to Darjeeling (128kms/5hrs). Once the summer capital of India, Darjeeling is a land of infinite variety and charm. It will cater you a mix experience of lively nature & charming Himalayan people. It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama-Religion. Surrounded by Tea gardens, this little town faces some of the Himalayas highest peaks. Take rest and then walk around the town to appreciate the new culture you are in. Overnight at Hotel.Later transfer to Darjeeling (7000ft, 55kms/3hrs appx.). It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama-Religion was the origin of the name Darjeeling, which was first discovered by a British Captain Lloyd in the year 1829. It will cater you a mix-experience of lively nature & charming Himalayan people. Surrounded by Tea gardens, this little town faces some of the Himalayas highest peaks. Check in at hotel. Evening is free for individual activities and leisure. Overnight at Darjeeling.

Day 7 : Darjeeling Local Sightseeing Best Points

Breakfast at the Hotel followed by sightseeing covering Ghoom Monastery; Batasia Loop War Memorial, Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (Closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, drive past Tea Estate & Japanese Peace Pagoda. Walk around the Mall and Local Market (Closed on Thursday). Evening Free for shopping & individual activity. Overnight at hotel.

Note: – Tiger Hill visit is subject to availability of permit on the previous evening.

Day 8 : Darjeeling – Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri.

Morning Transfer to Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (95kms/ 3hrs), Tour Ends.

Inclusions

07 Nights Accommodation on Twin Sharing basis at the above mentioned hotels.
One Full Day sightseeing at Darjeeling by exclusive appropriate sized non A/c vehicle
One Half Day city tour and one Half Day Excursion Trip to Tsomgo Lake at Gangtok.
One half day sightseeing at Pelling.
Arrival, Departure transfers and local sightseeing by exclusive appropriate sized AC vehicle
All Driver and Parking Charges.
Assistance on arrival.
All currently applicable Taxes except 5% Goods & Service Tax.

Exclusions

Guide & Porter Charges
AC will not be operational when travelling in the hills
Entry Fees
Personal Expenses: such as Laundry, Telephone Calls, Alcoholic & Non Alcoholic Beverages, Food (if not included).
Additional Sightseeing or usage of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary
Any services not mentioned in the itinerary
High Season Surcharge

Hotel Details

Gangtok : Maple Residency
Pelling : Mount Magnolia
Darjeeling : Raj Villa

Booking Procedure

Send us booking by e mail with complete details of passenger.
Arrival & departure date.
Choice of hotel catg. if he wishes to upgrade the hotels.
Customer nationality proof Adhaar Card or Passport to obtain required permits before customer arrival.

Please Note

Any Indian National visiting Sikkim is required to carry a Photo ID Proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving License) in order to obtain Tsomgo Lake permit for the above.
Foreign nationals must be accompanied by a local guide when visiting Tsomgo Lake. Supplement charges ₹ 3150.00 per guide will be applicable extra.
Bangladeshi Passport Holders needs to obtain Restricted Area Permit (RAP) previously known as Inner Line Permit for visiting Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur & Mizoram on the strength of valid Indian Visa.
For Permit for Tsomgo Lake and North Sikkim is issued for at least 02 Person (Foreign Nationals) travelling together. The application for the permit have to be made within 12 O Clock (at the latest) the day before the visit.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellation has to be sent to us during office hours (Mon – Fri /1000Hrs 1700Hrs) only by Email and charges will be applicable as per the following:
1) Clear 30 days prior to the date of arrival: @ ₹ 1500.00 Per Pax.
2) 29 to 15 days prior to the date of arrival: 25% of the total service cost + applicable GST
3) 14 to 07 days prior to the date of arrival: 50% of the total service cost + applicable GST
4) 06 to 03 days prior to the date of arrival: 75% of the total service cost + applicable GST
5) Less than 03 days prior to the date of arrival including No Show: 100% of the Total service Cost.

Subject to individual cancellation policy of the respective service providers associated with the booking.
Cancellation Refund will be processed within 15 days from the date of cancellation and will be sent to you only by Bank Transfer after deducting the bank charge

Must Carry

Any Indian National visiting Sikkim is required to carry a Photo ID Proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving License) in order to obtain Tsomgo Lake permit for the above.
Foreign nationals must be accompanied by a local guide when visiting Tsomgo Lake. Supplement charges ₹ 3150.00 per guide will be applicable extra.
Bangladeshi Passport Holders needs to obtain Restricted Area Permit (RAP) previously known as Inner Line Permit for visiting Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur & Mizoram on the strength of valid Indian Visa.
For Permit for Tsomgo Lake and North Sikkim is issued for at least 02 Person (Foreign Nationals) travelling together. The application for the permit have to be made within 12 O Clock (at the latest) the day before the visit.

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