Darjeeling and Gangtok

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1

   Arrive and drive to Gangtok

   Pick-up at Bagdogra or NJP and a 4-hour drive along the Teesta river to Gangtok. Evening on MG Marg.

2. 2

   Day 2

   Tsomgo lake and Baba Mandir

   Full-day trip to Tsomgo lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Nathula Pass can be added (Indian nationals only, extra).

3. 3

   Day 3

   Gangtok sightseeing

   Rumtek monastery, Banjhakri falls, the ropeway, Enchey monastery and the flower exhibition.

4. 4

   Day 4

   Gangtok to Darjeeling

   Drive about 4 hours to Darjeeling. Evening on the Mall and Chowrasta.

5. 5

   Day 5

   Tiger Hill and Darjeeling

   Early morning Tiger Hill for sunrise over Kanchenjunga, then Ghoom monastery and the Batasia Loop. Later the zoo, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and a tea garden.

6. 6

   Day 6

   Toy train and free time

   Ride the toy train joy ride (ticket extra) and spend the afternoon at your own pace.

7. 7

   Day 7

   Depart

   Drive to Bagdogra or NJP for your onward journey.