6 Days Beautiful Gangtok Darjelling tour with Kalimpong | FREE Yak Ride

Welcome to Darjeeling! Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station, enjoy a scenic journey to Darjeeling, soaking in the Himalayan landscapes. Upon your arrival, check into your hotel and relax for a while. Later, spend the rest of your day at leisure, where you can relax or explore the city at your own pace. You can hop aboard the nostalgic toy train of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or explore ancient Buddhist relics at the historic Ghum Monastery.

Start your day exploring Darjeeling, the “Queen of Hills,” famed for its colonial charm and Himalayan vistas. Begin with a visit to Tiger Hill, where golden light spills over the towering Kanchenjunga range. Continue to the Batasia Loop, a unique engineering marvel where the toy train spirals through lush gardens framed by mountain views. Then, step into the tranquil Ghoom Monastery—one of the oldest in the region—and soak in its sacred ambiance and rhythmic chants that echo through time.

In the morning, after check-out, embark on a scenic journey to the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok! Upon your arrival, check into your hotel and spend the rest of your day at leisure, where you can relax or explore the city at your own pace. You can head out and visit the Do Drul Chorten Stupa, famed for its gleaming golden dome and spiritual significance. Also, you can soak in sweeping views of Gangtok from Ganesh Tok or marvel at the intricate Tibetan architecture of Rumtek Monastery.

Begin your day with an excursion to the high-altitude marvels, the Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir. En route, pause at Kyongnosla, known for its vibrant alpine vegetation and gushing waterfalls. Upon reaching the glacial Tsomgo Lake, perched at 12,400 ft, marvel at its color-changing waters framed by snow-covered peaks. Then, visit the Baba Mandir, a shrine dedicated to Baba Harbhajan Singh, an Indian Army soldier, who is believed by locals to continue protecting the region even after his death.

After check-out, embark on a scenic drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and relax. Later, explore the city on a sightseeing tour and visit the Kalimpong Science Center, home to amazing exhibits. Next, visit the Army Golf Course, set against Himalayan backdrops & wander through Pine View Nursery, home to 1,500+ cactus species. Also, enjoy amazing views from the Deolo and Durpin Dara viewpoints before visiting the peaceful Zang Dhok Palri Monastery, showcasing Buddhist art.

In the morning, get ready and check out of your hotel in Kalimpong. Then, get driven to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station/ Bagdogra Airport for your journey back home, marking the end of your amazing Sikkim trip!