Tour Overview
Duration
6N / 7D
Difficulty
Easy
Max Altitude
2,590m
Start/End
Bagdogra
Best Season
October to May
Stay Type
Deluxe Hotels
Discover the beauty of the Eastern Himalayas. Explore Gangtok, Sikkim's capital, take a trip to the high-altitude holy Tsomgo Lake, and head to Darjeeling to see the sun rise over Mount Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill, while exploring heritage tea estates.
Tour Highlights
Watch a spectacular sunrise over Mount Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill
Visit the holy, high-altitude Tsomgo Lake at 12,400 ft
Ride the heritage Darjeeling Toy Train (UNESCO World Heritage)
Explore Gangtok's MG Marg and Rumtek Monastery
Walk through sprawling tea estates in Darjeeling
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive in Bagdogra. Transfer to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Spend the evening walking around the clean pedestrian MG Marg. Overnight in Gangtok.
Visit the holy, high-altitude Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Return to Gangtok. Overnight.
Take a scenic drive to Darjeeling, passing by tea gardens. Check in to your hotel. Overnight in Darjeeling.
Wake up at 4AM. Drive to Tiger Hill to watch the sunrise paint Mount Kanchenjunga in gold. Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Overnight.
Visit Happy Valley Tea Estate, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoo. Ride the heritage toy train. Overnight in Darjeeling.
Check out from hotel. Transfer to Bagdogra airport/railway station for your departure flight/train back home.
Inclusions
- 5 Nights stay in deluxe hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- AC private vehicle for airport transfers and tours
- Tsomgo Lake permits
Exclusions
- Toy Train tickets (needs pre-booking)
- Nathula Pass permit fee (optional, paid extra)
- Lunch and extra snacks
Things to Carry
Gear & Bags
- Backpack (50-60L) with rain cover
- Daypack (20-30L) for daily essentials
- Trekking poles (recommended)
- Headlamp or torch with extra batteries
Clothing
- Trekking shoes with good grip
- Warm layers (fleece / down jacket)
- Quick-dry trekking pants & shirts
- Woolen socks, gloves, and beanie
Personal Essentials
- Water bottles / hydration pack (2L)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and lip balm
- Personal medical kit & toiletries
- Power bank & camera spare batteries
Know Before You Go
- Please note that high-altitude activities require proper physical conditioning.
- Carry a valid government ID (Aadhar Card, Passport, Voter ID) at all times. PAN Card is not accepted as proof of identity at army checkpoints.
- Climatic conditions at high elevations can change rapidly. Always follow instructions of the tour guide/expedition leader.
- Consumption of alcohol or drugs during active trekking or riding hours is strictly prohibited.
- Ensure you are adequately covered by adventure travel insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best season is October to May, offering optimal weather and trail/road conditions.
This tour is graded as Easy. Daily physical conditioning (cardio, jogging, stairs) 2-3 weeks prior is recommended.
We provide Deluxe Hotels on twin sharing basis. Single supplements are available upon request.
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