Combine tour plan for Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Sikkim
Duration
10 days
Overview
10 Days / 9 Nights
Combining a visit to Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Sikkim allows you to experience a diverse range of attractions, from stunning Himalayan views to vibrant cultural experiences. Here’s a suggested 10-day itinerary for exploring all three destinations:
Make sure to check the weather conditions and make hotel reservations in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons, to ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip.
Included/Exclude
- Pick and Drop Services
- 1 Meal Per Day
- Cruise Dinner & Music Event
- Visit 7 Best Places in the City With Group
- Additional Services
- Food & Drinks
- Tickets
Tour Plan
- Arrive at Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP).
- Drive to Darjeeling, which is about a 3-4 hour journey.
- Check in to your hotel in Darjeeling.
- Spend the evening exploring the Mall Road and enjoying local cuisine.
- Start your day early with a visit to Tiger Hill to witness the sunrise over the Himalayas.
- On your way back, visit Batasia Loop and the War Memorial.
- After breakfast, explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, and the Tenzing Rock.
- Visit the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center for handicraft shopping.
- End the day with a visit to the Peace Pagoda for a serene evening.
- Take a day trip to Mirik, a scenic town about 49 km from Darjeeling.
- Visit Sumendu Lake, Bokar Monastery, and enjoy a boat ride on the lake.
- Return to Darjeeling in the evening.
- Drive to Kalimpong, which is about a 2-3 hour drive.
- Visit Durpin Monastery for panoramic views.
- Explore Deolo Hill and the local market.
- Check in to your hotel in Kalimpong.
- Visit the Zang Dhok Palri Phodang (Durpin Monastery).
- Explore the Flower Nurseries, Pine View Nursery, and Kalimpong Cactus Nursery.
- Visit the MacFarlane Memorial Church, Gouripur House, and the Morgan House.
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll along Deolo Hill.
- Drive to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim (about a 4-5 hour drive).
- Check in to your hotel in Gangtok.
- Spend the evening exploring MG Marg, the main shopping and dining street in Gangtok.
- Visit the Enchey Monastery, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, and Do Drul Chorten Stupa.
- Explore the serene Rumtek Monastery, a short drive from Gangtok.
- Visit the Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok for panoramic views of Gangtok.
- Take a day trip to Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake surrounded by mountains.
- Visit the nearby Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir.
- Return to Gangtok in the evening.
- Drive to Pelling, a picturesque town in West Sikkim (about a 4-5 hour drive).
- Visit the Pemayangtse Monastery, and Rabdentse Ruins, and enjoy views of Kanchenjunga.
- Check in to your hotel in Pelling.
- Explore the beautiful Khecheopalri Lake, also known as the "Wishing Lake."
- Visit the Singshore Bridge and enjoy panoramic views.
- Depending on your departure schedule, you can explore more of Pelling or head to Bagdogra Airport or NJP for your onward journey.
- If you have more time, you can extend your stay in Pelling or explore nearby attractions like Yuksom and Ravangla.
- Attend local festivals or cultural events if your visit coincides with one.
- Taste local cuisine, including momos, thukpa, and traditional Sikkimese, Darjeeling, and Kalimpong dishes.
