Snow Valleys, Sacred Lakes & Colonial Charm
A Scenic Journey Through the Eastern Himalayas
Explore the stunning diversity of Sikkim and Darjeeling, from the tranquil monasteries of Gangtok to the snow-covered beauty of Yumthang Valley, followed by tea gardens and sunrises over Kanchenjunga in Darjeeling. This 7-day journey blends Himalayan serenity with natural grandeur and cultural heritage.
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Destination
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Day 1:NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport – Gangtok (125 km / 4 hrs)
- Meet & greet on arrival
- Scenic drive to Gangtok (5,480 ft), Sikkim’s vibrant capital
- Check-in at hotel and rest
- Evening free to explore MG Marg
- Overnight stay in Gangtok
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Day 2:Gangtok – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
- After breakfast, proceed to:
- Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) – a sacred high-altitude lake surrounded by snow
- Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
- Return to Gangtok in the evening
- Free time for shopping or personal activities
- Overnight stay in Gangtok
- Note: Alternate sightseeing will be arranged if the route is closed due to weather/political issues.
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Day 3:Gangtok to Lachung (117 km / 6 hrs)
- Breakfast at hotel
- Scenic drive to Lachung (8,610 ft)
- En route, visit:
- Singhik View Point (weather permitting)
- Seven Sisters Waterfalls and Naga Waterfalls
- Reach Lachung and check-in
- Overnight stay in Lachung
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Day 4:Lachung – Yumthang Valley – Gangtok
- After early breakfast:
- Visit Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft) – famed for its blooms and snowy meadows
- Optional visit to Zero Point (additional ₹3000 per car)
- Stop at the natural Hot Spring known for medicinal properties
- Return to hotel for lunch
- Post-lunch drive back to Gangtok via Chungthang & Mangan
- Overnight stay in Gangtok
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Day 5:Gangtok Local Sightseeing (Half Day) & Transfer to Darjeeling
- Morning city tour covering:
- Flower Show, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (closed Sundays)
- Dro-Dul Chorten, Bakthang Waterfalls, Gunjang Monastery
- Post lunch, transfer to Darjeeling (7000 ft) – Queen of the Hills
- Evening free to explore Chowrasta / Mall Road
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling
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Day 6:Darjeeling – Tiger Hill Sunrise & Local Sightseeing
- Early morning (3:45 AM):
- Drive to Tiger Hill to catch sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga
- En route back, visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, Peace Memorial
- After breakfast, local sightseeing includes:
- Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed Thursday)
- Darjeeling Ropeway, Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Centre (Closed Sunday)
- Natural History Museum (Closed Sunday)
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling
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Day 7:Darjeeling – NJP / Bagdogra Drop (Approx. 3 hrs)
- After breakfast, transfer to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
- End of tour with wonderful memories
- Tour Ends
