A compact eastern Himalayan circuit that pairs the monasteries and markets of Gangtok with the alpine quiet of Pelling and the colonial tea-country charm…
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A compact eastern Himalayan circuit that pairs the monasteries and markets of Gangtok with the alpine quiet of Pelling and the colonial tea-country charm of Darjeeling. Expect winding hill drives, big mountain views on clear mornings, and a relaxed mix of sightseeing and free time. The route is well-suited to first-time visitors to the region and to families travelling with older children. All inter-city transfers are by private vehicle. starting at INR 44,830 per person. Covers Gangtok 2N, Pelling 2N, Darjeeling 2N.
Fly into Bagdogra airport and meet your driver for the four-hour transfer to Gangtok. The road follows the Teesta river through pine forest and crosses into.
After breakfast, set out on a half-day local tour covering Banjhakri Falls, the Flower Exhibition Centre, Tashi Viewpoint, and Hanuman Tok.
Check out after breakfast and drive west across Sikkim to Pelling, roughly five hours with stops. Break the journey at Namchi for the Char Dham and.
A full day of local sightseeing on the Pelling circuit. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, the ruins of Rabdentse, the Sangachoeling gompa.
After breakfast, drive south to Darjeeling, around four to five hours through Jorethang. The road climbs steeply on the final stretch to the famed tea ridge.
Pre-dawn drive to Tiger Hill for the sunrise show over Kanchenjunga and, on the clearest days, a distant glimpse of Everest.
After an early breakfast, transfer down to Bagdogra airport for your return flight. The drive takes about three hours.
Indian nationals need an inner-line permit to enter Sikkim and a separate permit for the Tsomgo Lake day trip. Both are arranged by our team using a scanned copy of your Aadhaar or voter ID submitted at least 7 days before departure.
June is the start of the monsoon. Days are warm at 18 to 24 degrees, evenings cool at 12 to 16 degrees, and short rain showers are common. Pack a light fleece, a waterproof jacket, and shoes with grip.
Yes. All hotels on this itinerary serve a full vegetarian menu, and Jain meals can be arranged with 48 hours notice. Pure non-onion-garlic preparations are available on request.
Children of all ages are welcome. Travellers above 70 should consult their doctor before the Tsomgo Lake excursion as the altitude crosses 12,000 feet.
This is a sightseeing trip with mostly seated drives and short walks. The only mildly strenuous stop is the climb at Sangachoeling, which involves around 20 minutes of stairs.
Layered clothing, a windproof jacket, walking shoes, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a small backpack for day trips, and any personal medication. Power sockets are the standard Indian three-pin.
Yes. We can extend the trip with Lachung and Yumthang or swap Darjeeling for Kalimpong at a small price difference. Speak to our consultant before booking.
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