Sikkim & Darjeeling In 7 Days: Glacial Lakes To Golden Summits

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 breakfast and get ready to explore Pelling and its nearby valleys.

We’ll begin with a visit to Khecheopalri Lake, a sacred lake set amidst dense forest, known for its calm waters and local beliefs.

Continue towards Rimbi Waterfalls for scenic views and stop by the nearby Rimbi Orange Garden (seasonal) where you can walk along Orange Orchards.

Next, explore Darap Village, known for its traditional wooden houses and quiet village setting.

Later, visit the Skywalk complex, home to the Chenrezig Statue, one of the tallest in Sikkim.

You can walk on the glass Skywalk at around 7,000 ft, where the valley slopes and monastery complex just lie underneath your feet.

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

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

Return to your hotel by evening and relax after a full day.

Overnight stay in Pelling.

Enjoy your breakfast, check out from your hotel and begin your journey towards Darjeeling.

The drive takes around 3-4 hours, gradually opening into rolling tea estates like Happy Valley with neatly lined plantations.

Reach Darjeeling, check in to your hotel and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

You can either take a walk along Mall Road or relax at heritage cafés with a cup of fresh Darjeeling tea overlooking the hills.

Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Start your day early around 4:00 AM for the drive to Tiger Hill to see a magical sunrise.

Watch the first light hit Mt. Kanchenjunga, turning the peaks golden, with distant views of Mt. Everest on clear days.

On the way back, stop at Batasia Loop, a spiral railway track where the toy train curves through landscaped gardens with mountain views.

Visit the Gorkha War Memorial here, built in honor of soldiers from the region.

Get back to your hotel for breakfast, and then step out to explore the town.

We’ll visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the nearby zoo, home to species like the red panda and snow leopard.

Head to a tea estate for a short walk through the plantations and see how Darjeeling tea is grown.

Later, visit the Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda, known for their quiet setting and views over the town.

After a full day of sightseeing, get back to your hotel by evening and relax.

Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Wake up in Darjeeling and enjoy your breakfast.

Check out from your hotel and begin your journey towards Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station.

Reach your drop point and board your onward journey.

Bid farewell to the hills, taking back memories of misty mornings, mountain views, and slow-paced days.