Min. Group Size

4 to 15 people, per group
Touring Grade

Easy+Light
Best Season

January-May, September-December
Max. Altitude

2,050m/6,726ft
Destination

Sikkim, Darjeeling
Trip Duration

5 days, Darjeeling Sikkim tour
Trip Start Point

Bagdogra Airport, India
Transportation

Private Car/ Van/ Mini Bus
Accommodation

Hotel (New Elgin Hotel)
Meal

Breakfast on all tours
Trip Activity

Cultural and Historical Tours in India

TOUR TO THE HIMALAYAN REGIONS OF SIKKIM AND DARJEELING IN A MOUNTAINOUS ENVIRONMENT WITH A MAGICAL FEEL

The tour encompasses the best legacy of former British Empire in India. The deeper your traverse into Sikkim and Darjeeling the more you will intertwined with nature. Sikkim, a former kingdom with fascinating Himalayas is situated in Eastern Himalayas spreading below Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,534m), the third highest mountain in the world. It is squeezed in between the mountainous kingdoms of Bhutan and Nepal offering wide potentials in tourism that has yet largely remained unexploited. With multicultural touch, this yet to be explored tiny state in India is full of snow-capped mountains, lush green tropical and temperate forests, gurgling streams and the rich flora and fauna.

Darjeeling, another hot spot of this trip is internationally known for its tea industry. Situated in North East India, just south of Sikkim, Darjeeling provides the perfect ambiance with its mild climate. With the magical aura of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Darjeeling intoxicates the nature enthusiasts within nature’s peaceful milieu. This trip overall leave visitors in a state of pure blessedness.

DARJEELING SIKKIM TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

✔ Darjeeling (Toy Train)-Enjoy a scenic ride on this UNESCO World Heritage railway.
✔ Witness breathtaking sunrise views over the Himalayas, including Kanchenjunga, on clear days, Mount Everest.
✔ Explore tea plantations, learn about the tea-making process, and savor the world-famous Darjeeling tea.
✔ Darjeeling Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, learn about mountaineering history and achievements in the region.
✔ In Darjeeling visit Ghoom Monastery and other monasteries, immersing yourself in the spiritual atmosphere.
✔ In Gangtok explore the capital city, including Enchey Monastery, Rumtek Monastery, and the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology.
✔ Rumtek Monastery visit one of the most important monasteries in Sikkim, known for its stunning architecture.
✔ Cultural Immersion experience the unique cultures, traditions, and cuisines of Sikkim.

OUTLINE ITINERARY

Day 01 : Arrival in Sikkim (1,700m/5,578ft)
Day 02 : Gangtok sightseeing (1,700m/5,578ft)
Day 03 : Transfer to Darjeeling (2,050m/6,726ft)
Day 04 : Darjeeling sightseeing (2,050m/6,726ft)
Day 05 : Farewell to Sikkim and Darjeeling)

Join with us on Sikkim Darjeeling Tour

Customize Your Tour: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailormade”. The tour package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, For more information please e-mail us at info@alpinetrav.com

Day 01 :

Arrival in Sikkim

Upon our arrival in Skikkm, you will be greeted by crew member from AlpineTrav Treks. Your tour to Sikkim and Darjeeling begins the moments the representative from AlpineTrav Treks escorts you through enticing views of tea states to Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. Upon arrival at Gangtok, you will check in at hotel and leisure overnight.

Max Altitude: 1,700m/5,578ft
Accommodation: 3 star hotel

Day 02 :

Gangtok sightseeing

Today early in the morning, you'll make your excursion at Tashi View point, near about 8km from Gangtok. Astounding view of Khangchendzonga and the Siniolchu Range is the main attraction of this point. Some distant north, Sikkim monasteries along the North Sikkim highway are also visible from this point. After having short excursion, you'll return back to the hotel for breakfast. At this juncture, you are ready to start your today’s program.

First you will visit Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms (also known as Government Institute of Cottage Industries), established by government to promote the manufacturing and selling of authentic and traditional arts and handicraft: blankets and shawls in “Lepcha” weaves, thankas, wooden decoration etc. Next point to be visited is Enchey Monastery. This small hermitage was built by lama Druptob Karpo (renowned for his power of flying) after he flew at this place from Maenam Hill in South Sikkim more than 200 years ago. Further, you also do not miss the opportunity to be at Research Institute of Tibetology, a world-renowned research center for Tibetan Buddhism. The research institute showcases the rare collection of antique like statues, antic manuscripts, thangkas etc. This Institute was founded by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1957. Along in the evening, you will visit Rumtek Monastery which lays near about 24 km From Gangtok in a lovely landscape. The first monastery was built in 1717 by Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal, but then was destroyed by the earthquake and aging. His holiness 16th Gyalwa Karmapa constructed the second monastery in 1960.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 03 :

Transfer to Darjeeling

Today after breakfast you will be escorted from Gangtok to Darjeeling – “The Queen of Hills”. Upon arrival you check in hotel and have leisure overnight.

Distance: 96.2 km Duration: 4 hrs
Maximum Altitude: 2,050m/6,726ft
Accommodation: 3 star hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 04 :

Darjeeling sightseeing

Today, your journey begin with your short excursion to Tiger Hill at early morning to see the view of sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. Upnon return to the hotel way, you will visit Yiga-Choling (Ghoom). Then, after breakfast we stroll around Darjeeling for sightseeing. At this juncture, you'll visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, inhabited by rare representatives of Himalayan fauna: Siberian tiger, Himalayan black bear, red panda, snow leopard and many other animal and bird species. Your next visit will be at Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center, also known as a major center for the production of Tibetan carpets, woodwork and leather goods, and famous Tea Garden and Tea Factory of Darjeeling.

Accommodation: 3 star hotel
Meals: Breakfast

Day 05 :

Farewell to Sikkim and Darjeeling

Today after breakfast you will be escorted to Bagdogra Airport for your flight onward. You'll return to your destination keeping enticing memories of Sikkim and Darjeeling. On your way home, you will have plenty of time to plan your next trip to Sikkim Darjeeling. We hope this 5-day tour has enriched your exploration with pleasant memories. Stay tuned. Have a safe and enjoyable journey home.

Meals: Breakfast