Mystic Himalayas – Gangtok & Darjeeling Delight

Mystic Himalayas – Gangtok & Darjeeling Delight

Destination Details

Gangtok (3N) – Darjeeling (2N) | 5 Nights / 6 Days

This journey combines the vibrant spirit of Gangtok with the timeless charm of Darjeeling, offering travelers a balanced Himalayan escape filled with adventure, spirituality, and scenic beauty. The trip begins in Gangtok, where the lively MG Marg sets the tone for the days ahead. A full-day excursion leads to the mesmerizing Tsomgo Lake, the sacred Baba Mandir, and, with permits, the legendary Nathula Pass—a high-altitude highlight. Locally, Gangtok unfolds with cascading waterfalls, serene monasteries, viewpoints, and colorful gardens that capture the essence of Sikkimese culture.

The journey then moves to Darjeeling, the “Queen of Hills,” where the highlight is witnessing the world-famous sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill. Travelers also experience the spiritual calm of monasteries, the engineering marvel of the Batasia Loop, and the heritage charm of tea gardens and colonial-era landmarks. With a mix of scenic drives, cultural exploration, and leisure moments, this 6-day Himalayan delight leaves every traveler with cherished memories of Sikkim’s vibrancy and Darjeeling’s elegance.

Itinerary

Transfer:

  • Meet & greet at NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport

  • Drive to Gangtok via Teesta River (optional white water rafting)

Activities:

  • Check-in at hotel

  • Evening leisure at MG Marg

Sightseeing:

  • Tsomgo (Changu) Lake (12,400 ft)

  • Cable car ride over the lake (optional)

  • Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir

  • Mandakini Waterfalls

Optional:

  • Nathula Pass (subject to permits; Wed–Sun; extra cost)

Attractions:

  • Banjhakri Waterfalls

  • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology

  • Shanti Stupa

  • Ropeway / Cable Car

  • Nam Nang Viewpoint

  • Flower Show

  • Plantarium

  • Tashi View Point

  • Bakthang Waterfall

Evening:

  • Free for leisure

Transfer:

  • Breakfast at hotel

  • Drive to Darjeeling, the “Queen of Hills”

  • Scenic views of Mt. Kanchenjunga en route

Activities:

  • Check-in at hotel

  • Evening leisure at Mall Road

Early Morning:

  • Tiger Hill (8,400 ft) for sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga

  • Ghoom Monastery

  • Batasia Loop

After Breakfast:

  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute

  • Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (closed on Thu)

  • Tenzing Rock

  • Tea Garden (outer view)

  • Ropeway

  • Japanese Temple

Evening:

  • Free for shopping / leisure

Transfer:

  • Breakfast at hotel

  • Drive to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station

  • Departure with fond memories of Sikkim & Darjeeling

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