Majestic Hills Of North-East Darjeeling - Gangtok Escape 5N 6D Tour

Upon your arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) or Bagdogra Airport (IXB), a tour representative will meet you and transfer you to Darjeeling, also known as the "Queen of Hills." The scenic drive takes you through picturesque tea gardens and winding roads. After checking into your hotel, you can spend the evening at your leisure, exploring the local market or strolling along Mall Road.

Overnight Stay: Darjeeling

Activities : Mountaineering

Wake up early (around 4:00 AM) to head to Tiger Hill for a breathtaking sunrise view over the majestic Kanchenjunga peak. On your way back, you'll visit the famous Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop, a spiral railway track with a war memorial.

After breakfast, you'll go for a half-day city tour covering:

Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI): A tribute to mountaineering history.

Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park: Home to the Red Panda and Himalayan Black Bear.

Tenzing Rock & Gombu Rock: Famous for rock climbing training.

Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda: A serene place for meditation with panoramic views.

Overnight Stay: Darjeeling

Activities : Mountaineering

After a relaxed breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Gangtok, the vibrant capital of Sikkim. The journey is approximately 4-5 hours. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. In the evening, you can explore the bustling M.G. Marg, a popular promenade with shops and restaurants.

Overnight Stay: Gangtok

Activities : Mountaineering

Today is dedicated to an exciting full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Located at an altitude of 12,400 feet, Tsomgo Lake is a sacred glacial lake that remains frozen during winter. You can enjoy a yak ride by the lakeside. Further up is the revered Baba Mandir, a shrine dedicated to an Indian Army soldier.

(Optional: An excursion to Nathula Pass, the Indo-China border, can be arranged at an extra cost and subject to permit availability and weather conditions.)

Overnight Stay: Gangtok

Activities : Mountaineering

After breakfast, you will proceed for a local sightseeing tour of Gangtok. The tour typically includes:

Tashi View Point: Offers spectacular views of the Himalayas.

Ganesh Tok & Hanuman Tok: Small temples with commanding views of the city.

Do-Drul Chorten: A beautiful stupa with 108 prayer wheels.

Enchey Monastery: An important monastery of the Nyingma order.

Cottage Industry & Handicraft Centre: Perfect for picking up local souvenirs.

Flower Show & Namgyal Institute of Tibetology: Showcasing the rich flora and culture of Sikkim.

Overnight Stay: Gangtok

Activities : Mountaineering

Enjoy your final breakfast in Gangtok. Depending on your flight or train schedule, you will be transferred back to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) for your return journey, with fond memories of your trip to the hills.

Activities : Mountaineering