6 Days Gangtok Darjeeling Tour Package Itinerary
Day 1 |
NJP Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok |
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● Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway
Station, board a hassle-free transfer to Gangtok.
● Don’t forget to capture the picturesque views of the
mighty Teesta River on the way.
● Upon reaching Gangtok, check in to the hotel and spend
the rest of the day at leisure.
● In the evening, you can visit the MG Marg of Gangtok
where you can collect souvenirs and treat your taste
buds with authentic Sikkimese cuisine.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok
Day 2 |
Gangtok Full Day Sightseeing |
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fter a hearty breakfast at the hotel, get ready to begin your
Gangtok sightseeing tour.
● Start off by visiting the Tashi Viewpoint and admire the beauty of
Mt.Kanchenjunga Ranges.
● Adore the panoramic views of Gangtok as you embrace the spiritual
side of Gangtok by visiting Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok.
● Visit the Cottage and Handloom Center to know more about the
production of local handicrafts.
● Get a chance to understand the rich culture of Tibet as you visit the
Institute of Tibetology.
● Listen to the peaceful chantings and prayers of the Buddhist Monks
at Dro-Dul Chorten Monastery.
● Witness the exotic flora of Sikkim under one roof at the Flower
Exhibition Centre in Gangtok.
● Spend some time in nature as you visit some of the most beautiful
waterfalls around Gangtok like Ban Jhakri Falls, Lhasa Waterfalls and
Bakthang Waterfalls.
● Upon completing the day's sightseeing return back to the hotel.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.
Day 3 |
Gangtok Excursion Tour |
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● After a tasty breakfast in the morning, get ready to visit
some beautiful locations around Gangtok.
● Begin by visiting the famous glaciated lake - Tsomgo
Lake aka Changu Lake which was used to predict the
future by the Buddhist monk depending upon its
changing colours.
● Following this, you will visit the famous shrine of the
Baba Mandir where it is believed that his spirit protects
every soldier in the inhospitable high-altitude terrain of
the Eastern Himalayas.
● Later, you can also visit Nathula Pass* (closed on
Mondays and Tuesdays) which is one of the most crucial
passes on the crossroads of the India-China border (at
an additional cost).
● Later, return back to Gangtok for an overnight stay.
Day 4 |
Gangtok to Darjeeling |
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● After having a flavourful breakfast, you will start for
Darjeeling.
● Travel through the trails decorated with the magical
views of the Himalayas and the adjoining valleys and
don’t forget to capture the amazing snow-covered
peaks lined with aromatic Tea Gardens.
● Reach Darjeeling and check-in to the hotel, and spend
the rest of the evening at leisure.
● You can also explore the bustling Mall Road in
Darjeeling and buy some unique souvenirs and
handicrafts.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Darjeeling.
Day 5 |
Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing |
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● Kick-off your day at around 4 AM for an amazing experience.
● Climb up to the top of Tiger Hill to catch the sunrise casting lights on Mt.
Kanchenjunga and adjoining peaks.
● Have your breakfast after this and then proceed for further sightseeing.
● Visit the famous Batasia Loop (Army Memorial), which offers a
360-degree panoramic view of the Darjeeling hill station lined with
Himalayan peaks.
● Embrace the spiritual side of Darjeeling by visiting the Ghoom Monastery
that houses a 15-foot high Maitreya Buddha statue (made from the clay
bought from Tibet).
● Head out to explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Thursday
closed) and the Tenzing rock to know the history of mountaineering in
India.
● Following this visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (Thursday
closed) to get a glimpse of the Red Pandas (endangered specie).
● Take a stroll through the lush Tea Estates to understand the production
of the best quality tea, popular all over the world.
● Later visit the Japanese Temple and the adjoining Peace Pagoda that
showcases 4 avatars of Lord Buddha and offers scenic views of Mt.
Kanchenjunga range.
● Conclude by visiting the Tibetan Refugee Centre where you can shop
Tibetan handicrafts that are produced by the locals there.
● Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Day 6 |
Darjeeling – NJP Railway Station /Bagdogra Airport |
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After having a hearty breakfast, check out from the
hotel and then board your vehicle to reach NJP Station/
Bagdogra Airport (IXB).