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Geeth Travels Β· Kerala's Trusted Tour Partner

Sikkim –
Darjeeling

Tiger Hill Β· Tsomgo Lake Β· Kanchenjunga Β· Baba Mandir
πŸ—“ 5 Nights Β· 6 Days ✈️ NJP / Bagdogra (IXB) πŸŒ… Tiger Hill Sunrise πŸ” Tsomgo Lake β€” 12,400 ft πŸ“œ All Permits Included
Starting From β‚Ή26,000 per person Β· 5N / 6D
Package Overview Where sunrise, glaciers & tea
meet the roof of India
Discover the best of the Eastern Himalayas β€” Darjeeling's legendary Tiger Hill sunrise over Kanchenjunga, colonial tea gardens and Buddhist monasteries; Kalimpong's tranquil hillside charm; and Gangtok's scenic splendour crowned by an excursion to glacial Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) and the sacred Baba Mandir (13,200 ft). All permits fully handled. Private vehicle throughout. This is the complete Himalayan experience, curated for Kerala travellers.
Tour Highlights
  • ✦Watch Mount Kanchenjunga glow gold at dawn from Tiger Hill β€” India's most iconic Himalayan sunrise at 2,590m
  • ✦Ride the Darjeeling Ropeway β€” an aerial gondola gliding over lush tea gardens with panoramic Himalayan views
  • ✦Walk through Happy Valley Tea Gardens β€” the world's most famous tea-growing hills and watch the plucking process
  • ✦Sacred Tsomgo Lake at 12,400 ft β€” emerald glacial waters reflecting snow-capped peaks, with yak rides available
  • ✦Visit Baba Mandir at 13,200 ft on the Sikkim–China border β€” one of India's most spiritually charged sacred sites
  • ✦Explore the Dro-dul Chorten Stupa in Gangtok, encircled by 108 prayer wheels in serene Himalayan surroundings
  • ✦All restricted-area permits β€” Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Nathula Pass & Tiger Hill β€” arranged end-to-end
Best Time to Visit Β· Darjeeling & Sikkim
JANPeak
FEBPeak
MARPeak
APRBloom
MAYPre-Msn
JUNMonsoon
JULMonsoon
AUGMonsoon
SEPShoulder
OCTPeak
NOVPeak
DECPeak
Peak Season
Good
Avoid
Duration5 Nights Β· 6 Days
ArrivalNJP / Bagdogra IXB
MealsBreakfast + Dinner
VehiclePrivate Car (WagonR)
RouteDarj β†’ Kalimpong β†’ Gangtok
PermitsAll Included
Day-by-Day Plan Your Himalayan Journey Unfolds

Click any day to expand Β· 5 Nights / 6 Days

01
🌿 Arrival β€” Darjeeling NJP / Bagdogra β†’ Darjeeling Β· 6,950 ft Β· Scenic Drive
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Arrival at NJP / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Our representative receives you and begins the winding mountain drive to Darjeeling β€” through tea estates and forest-clad hillsides, with the Himalayan ridgeline slowly coming into view. Transfer Included
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Hotel Check-In β€” Darjeeling, 6,950 ft Breathe in the cool Himalayan air and settle in. The evening is yours to explore Mall Road and Darjeeling's colonial bazaars β€” warm Tibetan food, local handicrafts and views of the Himalayan ridgeline.
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Evening Leisure β€” Mall Road & Local Bazaars Explore Darjeeling's charming colonial streets. Warm Tibetan food, local handicrafts and sweeping views of the Himalayan ridgeline β€” the perfect gentle introduction to the mountains.
πŸŒ™ Dinner Included
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Hotel as per package Darjeeling
02
πŸŒ… Darjeeling Full Day Tiger Hill Sunrise Β· Ropeway Β· Tea Gardens Β· Zoo & More
⭐ Best Day
πŸŒ…
Tiger Hill Sunrise β€” 4:00 AM Β· 2,590m India's most iconic mountain sunrise. Watch the first golden rays of dawn illuminate Mount Kanchenjunga (8,586m, world's 3rd highest) at 4 AM. On clear days, the distant silhouette of Everest is visible on the horizon β€” deeply moving and unforgettable. Tiger Hill Permit Included βœ“ Subject to Weather
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Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Zoo Where Tenzing Norgay trained β€” an excellent museum dedicated to Himalayan exploration, with a snow leopard enclosure and rare Himalayan wildlife.
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Darjeeling Ropeway An aerial gondola gliding over lush tea gardens and forested valleys β€” panoramic Himalayan views from the sky. One of Darjeeling's most loved experiences. Must Do
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Happy Valley Tea Garden Walk through rows of the world's most famous tea bushes. Watch the plucking and processing of Darjeeling's legendary first flush β€” the champagne of teas.
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Tibetan Refugee Centre Β· Japanese Temple Β· Peace Pagoda Famous for handwoven carpets, woodwork and thangkas. The peace pagoda offers sunset views over the valleys β€” a calm and reflective close to a rich day.
🍳 Breakfast Included πŸŒ™ Dinner Included
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Hotel as per package Darjeeling
03
🌸 Darjeeling β†’ Kalimpong 77 km Β· Mountain Drive Β· Deolo Hill Β· Mangal Dham
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Drive to Kalimpong β€” 77 km Β· ~6.5 Hours A winding drive through river valleys, suspension bridges and mountain forests. Scenic but involves winding mountain roads β€” rest well the evening before. Scenic Mountain Drive
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Mangal Dham A serene and ornate Krishna temple complex surrounded by manicured gardens. Peaceful, architecturally stunning and a beautiful contrast to the mountain landscape.
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Deolo Hill β€” 5,600 ft The highest point in Kalimpong β€” panoramic views of the Teesta valley, Kanchenjunga and on clear days, the Bhutan foothills. A mini park sits at the summit. Must Visit
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Science City Β· Hanuman Mandir Β· Buddha Statue Kalimpong's blend of modern learning, Hindu devotion and Buddhist tradition β€” a peaceful and diverse hillside town that rewards unhurried exploration.
🍳 Breakfast Included πŸŒ™ Dinner Included
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Hotel as per package Kalimpong
04
πŸ” Kalimpong β†’ Gangtok Capital of Sikkim Β· Dro-dul Chorten Β· Banjakhri Falls
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Drive to Gangtok β€” Capital of Sikkim, 5,500 ft Transfer to the vibrant, colourful capital of India's smallest state β€” draped across a forested ridge with stunning Himalayan vistas on every side.
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Flower Show Garden & Cottage Industry Famous Sikkimese thangkas, carpets and blankets β€” the cottage industry showcases traditional Himalayan craftsmanship at its finest. A wonderful place to pick up authentic souvenirs.
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Institute of Tibetology A world-class repository of rare Tibetan manuscripts, art and artefacts β€” one of the foremost centres of Buddhist learning in India.
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Dro-dul Chorten Stupa One of the most important stupas in Sikkim, encircled by 108 prayer wheels. Deeply peaceful and spiritually significant β€” the spiritual heart of Gangtok. Must Visit
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Banjakhri Falls & Energy Park A dramatic 100-ft waterfall with a beautifully sculpted park β€” one of Gangtok's most popular and photogenic attractions.
🍳 Breakfast Included πŸŒ™ Dinner Included
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Hotel as per package Gangtok
05
πŸ” High-Altitude Excursion Tsomgo Lake 12,400 ft Β· Baba Mandir 13,200 ft Β· All Permits Incl.
⭐ Highlight Day
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Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake) β€” 12,400 ft A sacred glacial lake β€” one of the highest in India. The emerald-blue water surrounded by snow-capped peaks and rhododendron forests changes colour with the seasons and is considered divine by locals. Yak rides available at own cost. Permit Included βœ“ Yak Rides β€” Own Cost
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Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir β€” 13,200 ft A sacred shrine on the Sikkim–China border dedicated to a revered Sikh soldier. One of the most spiritually charged and uniquely Indian sacred sites, revered by both the Indian Army and local communities. Permit Included βœ“ Sikkim–China Border
ℹ️ If Tsomgo Lake is closed due to army restrictions or weather, alternate sightseeing will be arranged in Gangtok. Warm clothing is essential β€” temperatures can drop well below freezing at 13,000 ft.
🍳 Breakfast Included πŸŒ™ Dinner Included
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Hotel as per package Gangtok
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✈️ Departure Day Gangtok β†’ NJP / Bagdogra Β· Tour Concludes
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Breakfast & Hotel Check-Out Final Himalayan breakfast. Check out and begin the return journey carrying memories of misty peaks, glacial lakes and sacred shrines. Breakfast Included
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Transfer to NJP / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) Tour concludes at drop-off. Carry home the memories of Himalayan sunrises, misty tea gardens and the sacred shores of Tsomgo Lake. Drop Included βœ“
🍳 Breakfast Included
What's Covered Inclusions & Exclusions
Package Includes
  • Private vehicle (WagonR / Dzire) for all transfers and sightseeing
  • Luxury vehicle for Tsomgo Lake and high-altitude excursion
  • 5 nights accommodation β€” MAP plan (Breakfast + Dinner) throughout
  • Tiger Hill sunrise permit β€” fully arranged
  • Tsomgo Lake permit (12,400 ft)
  • Baba Mandir permit (13,200 ft)
  • Nathula Pass permit β€” included
  • Driver allowance and fuel charges throughout
Package Excludes
  • Flights / train to NJP or Bagdogra (IXB) and return β€” book separately
  • Lunches throughout (all on own cost)
  • Toy Train β€” Darjeeling Heritage Railway (optional, payable locally)
  • Yak rides at Tsomgo Lake (payable locally)
  • Personal expenses and shopping
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended for high-altitude travel)
Good to Know Important Notes
πŸŒ… Tiger Hill Sunrise

Subject to permit availability and weather. On foggy mornings, visibility may be limited β€” the experience is still deeply worth it. An early 4 AM start is required. Our team handles the permit.

πŸ” Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir

May be closed due to army restrictions, snow or monsoon weather (Jun–Sep). Alternate sightseeing in Gangtok is arranged in such cases. Warm clothing is absolutely essential.

πŸ§₯ Pack Warm Clothing

Darjeeling is at 6,950 ft, Gangtok at 5,500 ft and Tsomgo Lake at 12,400 ft. Layered clothing is essential year-round. Temperature can drop below 0Β°C at high altitude β€” pack accordingly.

πŸš— Kalimpong Drive β€” Day 3

77 km but approximately 6.5 hours due to winding mountain roads. Scenic but physically tiring β€” rest well the previous evening. Motion sickness tablets recommended if needed.

πŸͺͺ Photo ID Mandatory

Valid government-issued photo ID required for all permits β€” Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir and Tiger Hill. Foreign nationals require additional documentation β€” please inform us at booking.

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πŸŒ… Tiger Hill Sunrise
πŸ” Tsomgo Lake β€” 12,400 ft
πŸ™ Baba Mandir β€” 13,200 ft
🍽️ Breakfast + Dinner
πŸš— Private Vehicle
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