5 Days Darjeeling Tour

• Wake up early and head to Tiger Hill to witness the breath taking sunrise over the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas.
• Take a joyride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) from Darjeeling to Ghoom and back, enjoying the scenic views along the way.
• Visit the Ghoom Monastery, one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries in the region, and explore its beautiful architecture and serene surroundings.
• Have a hearty breakfast at a local café.
• Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the adjacent Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, home to various endangered Himalayan species, including the adorable red panda.
• Visit the Himalayan Tibetan refugee centre to learn about the rich cultural heritage of the Tibetan community in the region.
• In the evening, take a stroll through the Mall Road and enjoy shopping for souvenirs and sampling local delicacies.

• Take an early morning trip to the Batasia Loop, a scenic spot that offers a magnificent view of Darjeeling town and the Kanchenjunga mountain range.
• Embark on an excursion to the famous tea gardens of Darjeeling. Visit one of the tea estates and witness the tea-making process first-hand. Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Darjeeling tea and take in the lush greenery around you.
• Explore the Happy Valley Tea Estate, which offers guided tours and a chance to learn more about tea cultivation.
• Visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda, a serene Buddhist shrine that offers panoramic views of the surrounding hills and the town of Darjeeling.
• Explore the Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park, which feature beautiful terraced gardens, waterfalls, and rock formations. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the natural beauty.
• Return to the town and spend the evening at your leisure. You can choose to relax at a local café or explore more of the markets.

• After breakfast drive to Mirik, drive through pine trees and tea garden.
• While in Mirik visit the Mirik lake which is 1.25 km long (also has a boating facility). It is a semi artificial lake.
• Bokar Gompa (10 mins walk from the lake) which is a home to the Mahayana monks.
• Watch the beautiful sunset from Rameetay dara.

• Depart from Darjeeling with wonderful memories of your trip.

Yes, you can visit the Tsogmo lake during this 3 nights 4 days tour.

The best time to visit Gangtok is from March to May and October to December when the weather is pleasant and favorable for outdoor activities.

If you skip visit to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, then you can visit Pelling.

Yes, foreign nationals require an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit Gangtok and other restricted areas in Sikkim. Indian nationals from other states also need a permit known as the Protected Area Permit (PAP) for certain regions.

Gangtok is considered a safe destination for tourists. However, it is always recommended to take necessary precautions, be aware of your surroundings, and follow local guidelines.