Magical Sikkim with Siliguri & Darjeeling (8 Nights/9 Days)
Overview
Magical Sikkim with Siliguri & Darjeeling (8 Nights/9 Days)
Siliguri 1N - Darjeeling 1N – Pelling 2N – Gangtok 3N – Lachung 1N
Magical Sikkim with Siliguri & Darjeeling (8 Nights/9 Days) tour package is a nine days tour plan including the major tourist attractions of Sikkim and Darjeeling. Magical Sikkim with Siliguri & Darjeeling (8 Nights/9 Days) is a perfect tour itinerary that offers you a peaceful, relaxed time with your loved ones. Explore the mesmerizing land of Sikkim and Darjeeling with our various tour packages which ensure an unforgettable holiday. Visit the world-famous Tea gardens, Buddhist monasteries, and the colonial-era architecture with Goparyatak’s Magical Sikkim with Siliguri & Darjeeling (8 Nights/9 Days).
About Sikkim
The state of Sikkim, nestled in the North-Eastern part of India, is truly a land of Hidden paradise. The land offers marvelous snow-capped mountains, lush green forests, pristine lakes, undoubtedly nature’s best wonders. Unique, both environmentally and culturally, Sikkim attracts tourists from all over India. Sikkim is home to many rustic villages, temples, and wildlife. There are a lot of places to explore and also an array of monasteries in Sikkim where travelers can enjoy a peaceful, relaxed time with their loved ones.
Owing to its diverse culture, spectacular natural beauty, Monasteries, Sikkim is one of the most famous holiday destinations in India. So, if you are someone who is looking for a vacation that is very close to nature and offers tranquility, closeness to nature, then Sikkim should be your pick.
Capture some mesmerizing views when in and around Sikkim and take beautiful memories along back home, as here is an untouched beauty that leaves everyone spellbound. Check the exclusive Magical Sikkim with Siliguri & Darjeeling (8 Nights/9 Days)Â package, by Goparyatak, where tourists cannot only enjoy a relaxing vacation but also take delight in its tourist attractions, delicious food, and shopping.
About DarjeelingÂ
Darjeeling is one of the most mesmerizing hill stations, located in West Bengal. Known across the world for its quality tea production, Darjeeling is in abundance with valleys and tea plantations. Witness the spectacular view of Mt. Kangchenjung from Tiger hill situated in Darjeeling. Take a joy ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway aptly called the ‘toy train’. Toy train joy rides operate between Darjeeling and Siliguri. Bagdogra is the closest airport to Darjeeling which is about 95 kilometers away. New Jalpaiguri is the closest railhead to Darjeeling.
Tour Highlights
- Day01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Siliguri (15 km / 30 min)
- Day02: Siliguri – Darjeeling (75 km / 3 hrs) – Toy Train
- Day03: Darjeeling Tiger Hill – Pelling (80 km / 4 hrs)
- Day04: Pelling Sightseeing
- Day05: Pelling – Gangtok (150 km / 5 hrs)
- Day06: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
- Day07: Gangtok – Lachung (103 kms / 6 hrs)
- Day08: Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion– Gangtok (103 km / 6 hrs)
- Day09: Gangtok – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (120 km / 5 hrs)
Best Time to Visit Sikkim and Darjeeling
Spring (March to May) and autumn (October to December) are the best seasons to visit Sikkim and Darjeeling. If you want to witness the fresh blooms, the ideal duration would be March to May and October to December. Explore the picturesque Sikkim with the best Sikkim Tour packages GoParyartak offers. The Sikkim-Darjeeling trip can be as luxurious or offbeat as you'd like it to be. Especially when you have such a variety of Sikkim travel packages to choose from. At GoParyatak, we offer services like customized tours, MICE, Air tickets, Accommodations, Forex, Visa, and other travel services.Â
Geography
Located in the Himalayan foothills, Sikkim covers the 7906 km sq. area of the country. Sikkim is characterized by mountainous terrain, glaciers, rivers, evergreen lush forests. Kangchenjunga-The highest mountain peak of India is one of the major attractions of Sikkim. Gangtok is the capital city of Sikkim. People in Sikkim speak a variety of languages such as English, Sikkimese, Lepcha, and Nepali. The travelers can easily move from one place to another with the developed transportation of the state.
Darjeeling is situated on a long, narrow mountain ridge of the Sikkim, bounded by Bhutan on its east and Nepal on its west. March to June are the peak months to visit Darjeeling.
If you are unable to decide on a suitable month to visit Sikkim and Darjeeling you can always connect with us for the booking of the travel packages. At Goparyatak, we will guide you to get the best packages. For a perfect holiday, you may also explore other holiday packages available at Goparyatak.Â
Included/Excluded
- Luxury accommodations for stay during the tour
- Private non-AC car on point to point basis
- Meals as per itinerary
- 24x07 on call assistance
- Assistance in Sikkim entry formalities (Like issuance of travel card, etc.)
- Personal expenses
- Entry tickets to sightseeing places
- Charges payable for adventure activities
- Cost due to any medical/political/natural crisis
Tour Plan
Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Siliguri (15 kms / 30 min)
Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Siliguri. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Siliguri.
Day 02: Siliguri – Darjeeling (75 km / 3 hrs) – Toy Train
After Breakfast check out from hotel at Siliguri & transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & afternoon Enjoy the Toy Train ride. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 03: Darjeeling Tiger Hill – Pelling (80 km / 4 hrs)
Before breakfast visit Tiger Hill (Depends upon the availability of Token / Permit). After Breakfast starts for Pelling (6,300 ft.) via Singla Check post.. On arrival check in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 04: Pelling Sightseeing
After breakfast start for a full day of sightseeing. 1st Half tour - Darap village, Rimbi water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In the afternoon start for 2nd half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Helipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 05: Pelling – Gangtok (150 km / 5 hrs)
After breakfast check out from the hotel at Pelling and transfer to Gangtok. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 06: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast start an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 km one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provide alternate sightseeing.)
Day 07: Gangtok – Lachung (103 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast check out from the hotel with limited luggage and proceed to Lachung (8,700 ft.), North Sikkim. On the way take a break for some beautiful spots which are worth seeing and visiting like Naga Waterfall, The Confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and Bhim Nala Waterfall. On arrival at Lachung check into your hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 08: Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion– Gangtok (103 km / 6 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed to Yumthang Valley which is Known as the Valley of Flowers (12,000 ft. Known as Valley of Flowers). After Lunch, proceed to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On the way, if the weather is clear you may get to see Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik viewpoint. On arrival at Gangtok check in to your hotel. Rest of the evening free for your own activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 09: Gangtok – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (120 kms / 5 hrs)
After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB airport for your onward journey.