Magic of East Himalayas 5 Nights

On arrival at Bagdogra Airport, our local tour representative will meet you at the specified area and transfer you to Gangtok (130 kms, approx. 6-7 hours drive).

Gangtok: At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then. The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a travellers delight.

Stay overnight at hotel in Gangtok.

Today morning take a fill at morning breakfast. Today we’ll go for a day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Timing will depend on the issuance of Permit). Situated at a height of 12,400 feet and an average depth of 50 ft, the lake offers serene and breathtaking beauty with sparkling blue water. Being on such a height, it is highly advisable to carry heavy woollens with you. It is about 45 kms away and takes approx. 3 hours to reach. Tsomgo / Tshangu / Changu Lake is regarded as a very sacred lake by local Buddhists and Hindus. The lake keeps frozen from winters to mid May. You can enjoy a yak ride here (on your own expense). Just on the lake side, visit the Baba Mandir, temple of Lord Shiva built in memory of sepoy Harbhajan Singh. Primula flowers and other alpine plantation provide an immaculate beauty to this place. Later return back to hotel in Gangtok and retire in your cozy bed for a relaxed sleep.

Stay overnight at hotel in Gangtok. (B)

Wake up to witness the awe striking natural beauty and charge yourself with morning breakfast. Later Check out from the hotel & continue your drive to Darjeeling- one of the most beautiful and tranquil hill resorts of India. At an altitude of over 2100 m, ‘Dorje Ling’, the place of thunderbolt offers breathtaking vistas of Mt. Kanchenjunga and other snow peaks. Being about 100 kms away, it takes approx. 4-5 hours to reach. On arrival, check in at hotel and relax. Later, step out to explore the nearby areas and witness the alluring landscapes. See its tiny waterfalls, little quaint villages, and the famous old railway track. Capture the sunset views of the snow capped mountains and enjoy a relaxed stroll in the world famous tea gardens. Return to hotel and catch an early sleep as you are required to wake up very early next morning.

Stay overnight at hotel in Darjeeling. (B)

Today early morning at 3.30 AM, step out to visit Tiger Hill, the famous spot to witness a breathtaking sunrise with amazing colour effects on Mt. Kanchendzonga, world’s third highest peak. When the whole range of snow peaks turns its colour to gold, it is a majestic sight to behold. (Note: The view you get depends totally on the weather on that day.) Later visit Ghoom Monastery, the oldest in the area built in 1875 and Batasia Loop while returning back to the hotel. Have a fill at morning breakfast at hotel and later proceed to visit Japanese Temple, Himalayan Zoological park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (both Closed on Thursday), Tenzing rock & Tibetan Self Help Refugee Centre (closed on Sunday). Rest of the evening is at leisure. You can explore the local markets in this time and later return to hotel for a relaxed sleep.

Stay overnight at hotel in Darjeeling. (B)

After breakfast at the hotel, Check out from the hotel & proceed for Excursion to Mirik Lake. It is newly started hill station in West Bengal and situated 48 kms west of Darjeeling near Nepal border with a facility of boating at Mirik lake which is 1.25 kms long, it is a semi-artificial lake. Drive from Darjeeling to Mirik is via natural forest & tea garden. The main tourist area, Krishna-Nagar, is south of the lake. A 10 minute walk takes you to Bokar Gompa, home to Mahayana monks. One can catch the sunrise and sunset from Rameetay Dara.

Later in the afternoon continue your journey to Siliguri. On arrival, check in at hotel and relax. Rest of the day is at own leisure. In the evening you can step out and stroll in the nearby areas to get the feel of the place. Later return to hotel for a relaxed sleep.

Stay overnight at hotel in Siliguri. (B)

Today morning after breakfast, Pack your bags & check out from the hotel. Later take transfer to Bagdogra Airport (15 kms, approx. 1 hour drive) & board your flight for Delhi. (B)

Above Itinerary is just indicative, do not consider it as a Final Schedule. It can be changed or swapped or rerouted.

Date & Time of Tours can be changed by Local Agent / Tour Operator.

We have included the normal sightseeing but due to rapidly changing regulations due to COVID some sightseeing places may be closed at the time of travel, in such case no refund is applicable.

Any Driving distance mentioned in the itinerary is tentative, actual time may vary depending on traffic condition and various other factors beyond our control.