Darjeeling – Gangtok – 5N/6D

Day 1: Arrival in Bagdogra or New Jalpaiguri (NJP)

• Arrive at Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP).
• Drive to Darjeeling (approximately 3-4 hours).
• Check in to your chosen accommodation in Darjeeling.
• Evening at leisure to explore the Mall Road and enjoy local cuisine.
• Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Day 2: Darjeeling Sightseeing

• Early morning visit to Tiger Hill to witness the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga mountain range.
• Stop at Batasia Loop and the War Memorial on your way back.
• Breakfast at your hotel.
• Visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and the Tenzing Rock.
• Explore the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre.
• Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Day 3: Tea Plantation and Toy Train

• Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about tea production (e.g., Happy Valley Tea Estate or Glenburn Tea Estate).
• Enjoy a scenic ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train) to Ghoom.
• Visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda for panoramic views.
• Explore the Dhirdham Temple and Bhutia Busty Monastery.
• Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Day 4: Transfer to Gangtok

• Check out from your Darjeeling accommodation.
• Drive to Gangtok (approximately 4-5 hours).
• Check in to your chosen accommodation in Gangtok.
• Evening at leisure to explore the local markets.
• Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 5: Gangtok Sightseeing

• Visit the Tashi Viewpoint to enjoy a panoramic view of the Himalayas.
• Explore the Enchey Monastery and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology.
• Visit the Flower Exhibition Centre and Hanuman Tok.
• Explore the MG Marg for shopping and dining.
• Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 6: Tsomgo Lake and Departure

• Early morning drive to Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake) and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (subject to availability and permits).
• Enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake and surrounding landscapes.
• Return to Gangtok.
• Check out from your Gangtok accommodation.
• Drive back to Bagdogra Airport or New Jalpaiguri Railway Station for your onward journey.