Sikkim Darjeeling Escape | Gangtok, Pelling, Mirik & Beyond

After an early breakfast, board your transfers towards Tsomgo Lake, a sacred glacial lake at 12,313 ft.

Enjoy the scenic mountain drive with winding roads and views of snow-covered landscapes along the way.

Spend some time by the lake, known for its changing colors and calm surroundings.

You can also enjoy a short yak ride or simply walk along the shore.

Continue further to Baba Mandir, a revered shrine dedicated to Baba Harbhajan Singh, an Indian Army soldier.

Later, you can also opt to visit Nathula Pass at 14,140 feet, near the Indo-China border (subject to permit and availability).

After sightseeing, return to Gangtok by evening and relax at your hotel.

Overnight stay in Gangtok.

After breakfast, check out from your hotel and begin your journey towards Pelling, in the West of Sikkim.

Enjoy a scenic 4–5 hour drive through winding hill roads, with views of valleys and small mountain towns along the way.

En route, stop at Ravangla to visit the Buddha Park, home to a large Buddha statue set against mountain views.

Later, continue your journey to Pelling and reach by evening.

Check in to your hotel and relax after the journey.

Overnight stay in Pelling.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast and head out for a half-day exploration around Pelling.

Visit the Skywalk complex and the towering Chenrezig Statue, one of the tallest in Sikkim.

Walk on the glass Skywalk at around 7,000 ft, where you can see the valley slopes and monastery structures beneath your feet.

Next, we’ll head to Pemayangtse Monastery, a 17th-century monastery known for its detailed woodwork and spiritual significance.

From here, take a short 15 - 20 minute forest walk to reach the Rabdentse Ruins, the remains of the old Sikkim capital.

After sightseeing, we’ll begin our journey towards Darjeeling, which takes around 4–5 hours.

Reach Darjeeling by evening and check in to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

After breakfast, head out for a day trip to Mirik, a quiet hill town located around 2 hours from Darjeeling.

On arrival, we’ll visit Sumendu Lake, surrounded by pine forests and connected by a curved footbridge.

Take a walk along the lakeside or simply relax by the water.

You can also opt for a short boat ride on the lake or explore the nearby viewpoints.

Spend some time around the tea gardens of Mirik, where neatly lined plantations stretch across the slopes.

Later, return to Darjeeling by evening and enjoy your time at leisure.

You can take a walk around Chowrasta, watch the town slowly light up, or sit at a heritage café with a cup of Darjeeling tea.

Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Enjoy a tasty breakfast and get ready to explore Darjeeling.

Experience the iconic Darjeeling Toy Train ride on the Batasia Loop route (approx. 2 hours).

Watch the train wind through the hills, pass through local markets, and loop around with views of Mt. Kanchenjunga.

After the ride, we’ll continue our local sightseeing with a visit to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the nearby zoo.

Here, you can learn about Everest expeditions and spot rare species like red pandas and snow leopards.

Later, walk through a tea estate to see the plantations up close and understand how Darjeeling tea is processed.

You can also visit the Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda for some quiet time overlooking the town.

Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Wake up to a pleasant breakfast and then check out from your hotel.

Board your transfer towards Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station.

Your Sikkim Darjeeling trip concludes with your drop-off, from where you’ll begin your journey back home.