Discover the charm of Darjeeling’s colonial heritage, the tranquil monasteries of Gangtok, and the natural wonders like Tsomgo Lake & Nathula Pass. This 9-day journey is ideal for families, honeymooners, and explorers seeking serenity, beauty, and culture in one package.
Day 1: Arrival at NJP/Bagdogra – Transfer to Darjeeling
Scenic drive to Darjeeling through hills and tea gardens
Evening free at leisure
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 2: Darjeeling Local Sightseeing
Early morning visit to Tiger Hill for sunrise over Kanchenjunga
Stop at Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery
Post breakfast: visit Himalayan Zoo, HMI, Tibetan Refugee Centre, and Tea Gardens
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 3: Excursion to Mirik & Pashupati Market (Nepal Border)
Day trip to Mirik Lake – enjoy boating, pine forest walks
Visit Pashupati Market (Nepal side – ID required)
Overnight stay in Darjeeling
Day 4: Darjeeling to Gangtok Transfer
Drive through scenic Teesta valley to Gangtok
Enroute stop at Lovers’ Meet View Point
Evening leisure at MG Marg
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 5: Gangtok City Tour
Visit Tashi View Point, Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok, Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Banjhakri Falls, and Flower Exhibition Center
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 6: Tsomgo Lake – Baba Mandir Excursion
Full-day trip to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft)
Visit the sacred Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
Optional: Nathula Pass (Indo-China border) – Permit required
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 7: Rumtek Monastery & Local Exploration
Morning visit to Rumtek Monastery – the largest in Sikkim
Optional Ranka Monastery or Cable Car ride
Free evening for shopping
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 8: Gangtok – Local Markets / Leisure Day
Relaxed day for leisure, local walk at MG Marg, café hopping, or spa
Optional: Sikkim Handicraft Centre or Lal Bazaar
Overnight stay in Gangtok
Day 9: Departure – Gangtok to NJP/Bagdogra
Drive back with wonderful memories
Drop at Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station
Tour ends.
Kanchenjunga sunrise from Tiger Hill
Boating at Mirik Lake
Spiritual retreat at Rumtek & Ranka Monasteries
Scenic day at Tsomgo Lake and Nathula Pass
Local culture, food, handicrafts & shopping at MG Marg
8 Nights hotel stay with breakfast
All transfers & sightseeing by private vehicle
Driver allowance, permit fees, tolls
Nathula Pass (if pre-permitted and available)
Flights/train tickets
Entry tickets, boating, camera fees
Lunch/dinner, personal expenses
Optional adventure activities