5 Nights 6 Days Darjeeling - Gangtok Tour

Today’s day will be full of travelling to the nearest attractions. Prepare yourself for a wonderful day ahead. Startup early in the morning, say around 4:00 AM and drive to 2590 m high Tiger Hill for witnessing the most spectacular sunrise of your life. On your way back do visit Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery.

Tiger Hill
Offering you the most sweeping views of sunrise, Tiger Hill is not just a place that provides you with breathtaking views of snow-clad mountains or the changing colours of hilltops rather it’s a place where in your eyes soak the Himalayan beauty at any time of the day. People who visit Darjeeling make it a point to visit this place no matter what. It is the highest point among the Darjeeling hills, hence ensures you an enthralling sightseeing experience.

Batasia Loop
Commissioned in 1919, Batasia Loop forms one of the most picturesque train routes in West Bengal’s Darjeeling. The unique creation of this track makes it wrap around the hilltop tunnel forming it to be a place of sheer beauty. It was built to reduce the gradient of the hill slope, making the commute easier.

Ghoom Monastery
Old Ghoom Monastery also spelt as Ghum Monastery is known for the 15 feet tall statue of the Maitreya Buddha. It belongs to the Yellow Hat sect or the Gelukpa. Also, this is the oldest Tibetan Buddhist Monasteries to be built in the petite town of Darjeeling.

Reach your hotel and relax for some time. Have your breakfast and then head towards the following attractions.

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Established to develop mountaineering as an organised sport in the country; HMI conducts Basic, Advanced, and Adventure Mountaineering courses at regular intervals.

Tenzing Rock
The Gigantic Natural rock was named after Tenzing Norgay, the man who created an uproar in the mountaineering history after climbing Mt.Everest with Edmund Hillary in the year 1953. In the direction of facing the rock, the left side of the cliff is used by mountaineers and trainees while the right side is reserved for tourists.

Japanese Temple
Located at a 10 minutes driving distance from Darjeeling Town Centre is this Japanese style built two storied temple which is also known by the name of Nipponzan Myohoji Buddhist Temple. The temple possessing traditional Japanese architecture was built in 1972.

Peace Pagoda
The Peace Pagoda was designed to provide a platform for people of all genders and races to help them unite with each other and take a step towards peacebuilding. It was constructed under a Buddhist monk, Nichidatsu Fujii’s guidance who was the founder of Nipponzan-Myōhōji Buddhist Order.

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
Opened in 1958; the zoo is the largest high altitude zoo with an elevation of 7,000 feet in India. Every year around 3,00,000 visitors marks their presence t the zoo. Named after Sarojini Naidu’s daughter Padmaja Naidu, the zoo has an off-display breeding centre for red pandas and snow leopards. The zoo also provides shelter to the blue sheep, grey peacock pheasant, Himalayan tahr, Himalayan salamander, and Tibetan wolf, etc. Also, it remains closed on Thursdays.

Chitrey Tea Garden
Chitre, a small hamlet in Darjeeling is tucked in lush green tea gardens having the might Kanchenjunga in its backdrop. It is an isolated spot where tourists make a pit stop for refreshing themselves. The place has tea stalls having tea made up of fresh tea leaves from the nearby gardens.

After having a day full of wandering around Darjeeling get back to your hotel and have your lunch. During the evening time, visit the Mall Road and Chowrasta. Call it a day by having a good night sleep at your hotel.

Today is the day when you leave the rejuvenating Darjeeling and head towards the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok. It is one of the most alluring hill stations in the country. On your way to here, your eyes will come across the quintessential beauty which the place owns. With everything in just a perfect blend, from cultural identities and sheer natural charm to urbanisation, Gangtok is a breathing paradise of Northeast.
Post Breakfast and proceed to the gateway to Sikkim. Upon reaching Gangtok, make yourself comfortable in your hotel. After having a bit of rest, make a move to the very famous MG Marg. It is a lively market which has all Gangtok vibes. Come back, have your dinner if not already and sleep.

It’s the day when you will have some of the most amazing memories to be stored in your treasure box. Have a stomach full of breakfast as you are to visit many places; therefore, are required to be high on energy and spirit. The tour for the day includes-

It’s the day when you will have some of the most amazing memories to be stored in your treasure box. Have a stomach full of breakfast as you are to visit many places; therefore, are required to be high on energy and spirit. The tour for the day includes-

Tashi View Point
Offering you the unforgettable views of sunrise and changing mountain hues, Tashi view Point is a place that will build a home in your heart forever. Apart from the natural beauty it also lets you see the distant Phodong and Labrang monasteries.

Ganesh Tok
Located 6,500 metres above the sea level, it is one of the most famous Ganesh Temples in Sikkim. Apart from being a temple, the place also serves as an excellent viewpoint in Gangtok. Near to this is a small cafe which offers some good food and drinks.

Bakthang Waterfalls
Located in North Sikkim, these are among the most beautiful waterfalls you will ever come across. Though the fall is shorter in height, its width is what makes all the difference. It makes it look more charming and graceful. The waterfall is worth halting at.

Enchey Monastery
Established in 1909, the Monastery finds itself on a stunning ridge above the hill in Gangtok. Going by its literal meaning, i.e. ‘Solitary Monastery,’ it is considered sacred because of its protecting deities Khangchendzonga and Yabdean, who reside within the monastery. It is believed that these deities fulfil every wish of a truthful devotee.

Do Drul Chorten Stupa
Dro-dul Chorten is a stupa in Gangtok which was built by Trulshik Rinpoche in 1945. He was the head of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism. The stupa houses Kangyur relics, Dorjee Phurba and other religious books. There are 108 prayer wheels around it.

Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom
Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom began its journey with its establishment in 1957. With objectives such as achieving a high level of human participation in skill development, preserving and reviving the Traditional arts and crafts of Sikkim, generating employment for handicrafts and handloom sector, and last but not the least, promoting policy-oriented schemes by the government, it has been successfully runny from decades. Also, it is a go-to place for art lovers.

Ropeway & Banjhakri Falls
Set at a four kms distance from the town, Banjhakri falls, is known for its breathtaking beauty. Plunging from a 70 ft height; the falls promise you a day full of excitement and tranquillity. The lush green neighbours of the falls make it look more charming than ever. The main attraction is the footbridge built over the stream. Near to it is a park that offers some adventure activities and ropeway is one of them.

Flower Show
Ridge Park and Flower Exhibition centre is known for the most exotic collection of blossoming flowers. If you wish to encounter the floral beauty at its best, make a move here.

Institute of Tibetology
Namgyal Institute of Tibetology is a Tibet museum the foundation stone of which was laid by the 14th Dalai Lama on 10 February 1957. It takes onto the research of Tibetan people’s culture, history, religion, and language. The Museum here has the rarest of the rare books based on Tibetology.

After visiting the above-listed locations, head back to your hotel, have your dinner, and go for a peaceful sleep.

Your day has to start quite early. Have something light before you begin for Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Mandir at 8:00 AM.

Tsomgo Lake
Located at the height of 12,313 ft, Tsomgo Lake or the Changu Lake is 40 kms away from Gangtok. The glacial lake is considered sacred by the people of North-East. About 50 metres deep, the lake is surrounded by lush green landscapes making it a treat to your eyes. On a day when the sun is on leave, you will find this lake in a veil of mist making it look more heavenly.

Baba Harbhajan Mandir
Near to the Tsomgo Lake is the Baba Mandir which is also a memorial of the legendary Baba Harbhajan Singh. It is a unique site of attraction in Sikkim which the locals and tourists visit with all their heart. The water at this shrine is known for its healing powers. It is said to cure almost all possible ailments. The water is believed to be consumed within 21 days, and neither the ailing person nor his family members are allowed to eat non-vegetarian food in these few days.

After visiting these miraculous places, make your way back to your hotel. Spend your evening in complete relaxation. Have your dinner and set yourself to a calming sleep.

Sadly, this is the day when you leave this place and return to your same scheduled lives. Need not worry you have collected enough memories to be cherished throughout your lives. Check out from your hotel and depart for NJP/IXB with a revitalised mind and Gangtok – New Jalpaiguri Railway Station(NJP)/Bagdogra Airport(IXB) ( 130km/4 hrs drive)body.