Combine Tour for Darjeeling & Sikkim
Duration
8 days
Overview
8 Days / 7 Nights
Combining a visit to Darjeeling and Sikkim allows you to experience the beauty of the Himalayas, the rich culture, and the diverse attractions of this region. Here’s a suggested 8-day itinerary for exploring both Darjeeling and Sikkim:
Ensure you 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 Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim (about a 4-5 hour drive).
- Check in to your hotel in Gangtok.
- pend 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 and Darjeeling dishes.
