8N 9D Gangtok ,Lachung and Pelling with Darjeeling Tour Plan

Day 1: NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok

Arrive at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and drive towards Gangtok through the scenic Teesta River valley.

Experiences:

• Teesta River viewpoints
• Rangpo Check Post
• Himalayan foothill landscapes
• MG Marg evening walk
• Local cafés and shopping streets
• Leisure time at Gangtok

Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 2: Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir Excursion

After breakfast proceed for a full day excursion to East Sikkim's famous high-altitude attractions.

Experiences:

• Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake)
• Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
• Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary route
• Snow-covered landscapes (seasonal)
• Yak Ride at Tsomgo Lake (optional)
• Himalayan mountain viewpoints

Optional:

• Nathula Pass (subject to permit and availability)

Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 3: Gangtok to Lachung Transfer

After breakfast proceed towards Lachung through the beautiful valleys of North Sikkim.

Experiences:

• Seven Sisters Waterfall
• Singhik View Point
• Naga Waterfall
• Chungthang Confluence
• Mangan Town
• Lachung River Valley
• Lachung Monastery

Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 4: Yumthang Valley Excursion & Return to Gangtok

Early morning excursion to Yumthang Valley followed by return journey to Gangtok.

Experiences:

• Yumthang Valley
• Valley of Flowers (seasonal)
• Sulphur Hot Spring
• Rhododendron Sanctuary (seasonal)
• Snow-covered landscapes (winter season)
• Lachung River
• North Sikkim mountain landscapes

Arrive at Gangtok by evening.

Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 5: Gangtok Full Day Sightseeing

After breakfast proceed for a full day Gangtok city tour covering the famous attractions surrounded by monasteries, waterfalls and panoramic Himalayan viewpoints.

Experiences:

• Banjhakri Falls
• Gunjang Monastery
• Sikkim Research Institute of Tibetology
• Do Drul Chorten Monastery
• Flower Exhibition Centre
• Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Cottage Industry)
• Gangtok Ropeway Ride (optional)

After lunch at hotel

• Tashi View Point
• Ganesh Tok
• Bakthang Falls
• MG Marg evening leisure
• Free evening at Gangtok town

Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 6: Gangtok to Pelling Transfer via Namchi

After breakfast proceed towards Pelling through South Sikkim.

Experiences:

• Char Dham, Namchi
• Samdruptse Statue
• Temi Tea Garden
• Ravangla route viewpoints
• Legship Valley
• Pelling Skywalk
• Chenrezig Statue Complex

Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 7: Pelling Sightseeing & Transfer to Darjeeling

After breakfast proceed for Pelling sightseeing before continuing towards Darjeeling.

Experiences:

• Pemayangtse Monastery
• Rabdentse Ruins
• Khecheopalri Lake
• Kanchenjunga Falls
• Rimbi Waterfalls
• Darap Village
• Sewaro Rock Garden

Later transfer to Darjeeling.

Evening:

• Chowrasta Mall Road
• Local cafés and shopping streets

Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 8: Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing

Early morning excursion to Tiger Hill followed by a full day exploration of Darjeeling's iconic attractions.

Experiences:

• Tiger Hill Sunrise
• Ghoom Monastery
• Batasia Loop
• Japanese Temple
• Peace Pagoda
• Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
• Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
• Tenzing Rock & Gombu Rock
• Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre
• Happy Valley Tea Estate

Alternative Attractions:

• Rock Garden
• Ganga Maya Park

Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 9: Darjeeling to NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport Departure

After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed towards NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport.

Experiences:

• Scenic Hill Cart Road drive
• Kurseong viewpoints
• Tea Garden landscapes
• Himalayan foothill scenery
• Memorable end to the Sikkim & Darjeeling holiday