Sikkim and Darjeeling Tour

Your day begins early at 4 am with a trip to Tiger Hill (7,800 ft) to witness the sunrise over the majestic Kanchenjunga range, followed by visits to the Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop before returning to the hotel for breakfast. After lunch, embark on a half-day sightseeing tour covering the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Ropeway, Tenzing Rock, Labong Race Course, Tea Garden, and the Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre. In the evening, head back to your hotel and take a leisurely walk to Chowrasta Mall Road for window shopping and to soak in the local atmosphere.

At 8 am, leave for a scenic 4-hour drive to Sikkim, the land of pristine natural beauty, with alpine landscapes, lush forests, rivers, and lakes, reaching Gangtok (5,500 ft) by lunchtime. After checking in and having lunch, enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour from 2 pm to 6 pm, covering Cottage Industries, Flower Show, and the famous Rumtek Monastery, built in 1960 by the 16th Gyalwa Karmapa as a replica of the original Kagyurpa Monastery in Tibet. Behind it lies the richly decorated Karma Nalanda Institute of Buddhist Studies, home to rare scriptures and art objects. Return to your hotel by evening for an overnight stay in Gangtok.

After breakfast, take a 2.5-hour drive (40 km) to visit the stunning Tsomgo Lake (3,754 m / 12,316 ft), located near Nathula Pass, once part of the ancient Silk Route. The lake, frozen for much of the year, is steeped in legend as lamas once predicted the future by interpreting its changing colors. Surrounded by snowy peaks and fresh mountain air, it offers a serene and majestic experience. Return to Gangtok by 3 pm for a late lunch, with the evening free for leisure or shopping for traditional Sikkimese handicrafts. Enjoy an overnight stay in Gangtok.