7N/8D Gangtok, Pelling & Darjeeling Tour

Day 1
Arrival & Scenic Mountain Drive
NJP / IXB / Siliguri → Gangtok (120 km / 4.5 hrs) Start with a scenic road expedition along the Teesta River. Optional white-water rafting stop at Melli (seasonal, extra cost). Viewpoints like Coronation Bridge and Teesta Triveni. Walk around MG Marg and sample local cuisine or join a Sikkimese cultural show. Overnight in Gangtok.

After breakfast you will be visiting Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft) One of Sikkim’s most iconic glacial lakes, surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Ride a yak along the frozen lake. Visit the New Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir, a legendary shrine dedicated to an Indian army soldier. . Experience thin-air conditions near Baba Mandir.

Optional: Nathula Pass visit (14,500 ft, Indo-China border) — subject to permit, weather & availability. Adds real military frontier feel.

Ropeway Ride with aerial views over the city.Mini-trek from Ganesh Tok to Hanuman Tok ridge trail. Banjhakri Waterfall: Explore forest trails and ancient shamanic folklore.
Tibetology & Monastery: Guided heritage storytelling.
Overnight in Gangtok.

Optional: Nathula Pass visit (14,500 ft, Indo-China border) — subject to permit, weather & availability. Adds real military frontier feel.

120km away from Gangtok Offbeat detours to Temi Tea Garden for a guided walk or tasting. Stop at Ravangla’s Buddha Park for a peaceful photo-op or hill climb Choose between nature walks or an eco-lodge stay. Overnight Stay at Pelling

After breakfast get ready to visit thrilling sightseeing points of PellingSkywalk: Cross glass bridge with the Kanchenjunga towering above.
Rimbi & Khangchendzonga Falls: Get closer with rock-hopping or splash-zone access.
Khecheopalri Lake: Short forest hike to the viewpoint above the lake.
Rabdentse Ruins: Forest heritage hike to the lost capital.

After breakfast you will be processed to Darjeeling 5-6 hours away from Pellling Scenic drive through deep valleys. Walk through Chowrasta, sip local tea, and explore Darjeeling’s colonial alleys. Overnight in Darjeeling.
Drive to Tiger Hill for epic sunrise over Kanchenjunga. Return via Batasia Loop & Ghoom Monastery.Rest of the day after breakfast you will be visiting Local Sightseeing and Adventures places like Himalayan Mountaineering Institute: Experience real expedition gear and climbing heritage. Try the rock climbing wall at Tenzing Rock (open practice, nominal fee) Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda and a Tea Garden Walk. Overnight in Darjeeling.
Proceed from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)/NJP (Railway Station)/Siliguri (for onward journey (70 KM drive/3 Hours approx).