Sikkim & Darjeeling, Perfectly Paired

About this journey

If you’re visiting the Eastern Himalayas for the first time, this is where to begin.

Spend three nights in vibrant Gangtok before crossing into the timeless charm of Darjeeling. Watch the sunrise paint Kanchenjunga in gold, stand beside glacial lakes, wander bustling mountain streets, ride through clouds, and sip tea where it has been grown for generations.

It’s a week that feels much longer—in the best possible way.

What stays with you

• Following the emerald Teesta River into the mountains
• Tsomgo Lake and the legendary Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
• Nathula Pass, standing at one of India’s most iconic Himalayan borders
• Ropeway rides and panoramic viewpoints across Gangtok
• An early morning at Tiger Hill as Kanchenjunga glows with the first light
• Darjeeling’s colonial charm, tea gardens, monasteries, and the famous Batasia Loop

Day by day

1. Day 1

   NJP / Bagdogra → Gangtok

   Your Himalayan adventure begins with a scenic drive beside the Teesta River before arriving in lively Gangtok.

2. Day 2

   Tsomgo Lake • Baba Mandir • Nathula Pass

   Snow-covered landscapes, sacred mountain waters, army legends, and the unforgettable experience of visiting Nathula Pass on the Indo-China border.

3. Day 3

   Gangtok Sightseeing

   Discover Gangtok’s best—from Tashi View Point and Hanuman Tok to waterfalls, monasteries, flower gardens, Tibetology Museum, and the city’s famous Ropeway.

4. Day 4

   Gangtok → Darjeeling

   Cross into the Queen of the Hills. Spend a relaxed evening exploring Mall Road or enjoy the famous Toy Train ride at your own pace.

5. Day 5

   Tiger Hill Sunrise & Darjeeling

   Rise before dawn for one of India’s most spectacular sunrises. Visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, Peace Pagoda, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Ropeway, and more.

6. Day 6

   Darjeeling → NJP / Bagdogra

   After breakfast, it’s time to head home—with a camera full of mountain memories and a promise to return.