A Our representative will greet you at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) , Bagdogra Airport (IXB) , or Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand. From there, you will be transferred to Darjeeling – a scenic drive of 105 kilometers taking approximately 3 to 4 hours.

Situated at an altitude of 2,123 meters (6,900 feet) , Darjeeling is a land of breathtaking beauty, sloping tea gardens, and spectacular views of Mount Everest. Known as the "Queen of the Hills," it is also home to the famous UNESCO World Heritage train – the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) , also called the Toy Train.

Upon arrival, check into your hotel. The evening is free to roam around The Mall or local shopping centers. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Early Morning (around 3:45 AM) – Drive to Tiger Hill at 2,440 meters (8,000 feet) , passing through primitive forests of oak and magnolia. Subject to weather and permit availability, witness the stunning sunrise over Mount Kanchenjunga.

On the way back – Visit:

• Ghoom Monastery – One of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries

• Peace Memorial

• Batasia Loop – A spiral railway track offering panoramic mountain views

Return to the hotel for breakfast. After resting for half an hour, continue with a half-day city tour including:

• Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park

• Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursdays)

• Ropeway – Cable car ride with valley views

• Tensing Gumpo Rock

• Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (Closed on Sundays)

• Tea Estate – Walk through lush tea gardens

• Natural History Museum (Closed on Sundays)

• Peace Pagoda

Return to the hotel. The evening is free to stroll around the area. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Enjoy an early morning breakfast. After breakfast, drive 65 kilometers (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours) to Kalimpong.

Kalimpong is situated on the foothills of the Himalayas at an altitude of 1,243 meters (4,078 feet) . It is a green destination with bustling markets, colorful local communities, and spectacular views of the Himalayan range. Upon arrival, check into your hotel.

Sightseeing tour through scenic roads includes:

• Forest Museum (Closed on Thursdays)

• Deolo Hill – The highest point in Kalimpong

• Hanuman Mandir

• Dr. Graham Homes – A historic boarding school

• Durbin Monastery

• Mangaldham

• Pine View Nurseries (Cactus only)

Return to your hotel in Kalimpong. The evening is free to explore any of the hundred local nurseries or the market area. Overnight stay in Kalimpong.

Transfer to Pelling via Jorethang – a scenic drive of 140 kilometers taking approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. Check into your hotel upon arrival.

Pelling is situated at an altitude of 2,072 meters (6,800 feet) . On a clear day, guests can enjoy unobstructed views of the Himalayan range with snow-capped peaks including:

• Mount Pandim

• Kumbhakarna

• Rathong

• Khangchendzonga

• Zopuno

• Shimbho

• Narsing

• Sinolchu

Pelling is an exotic settlement known for its varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids, historical sites, short trekking routes, and rich wildlife. Its botanical and zoological diversity is inspiring, and the scenic view from the top of the ridge across the deep valley to the heights of the Kanchenjunga range is something to be seen to be believed.

Nearby tourist spots include Yuksom, Ravangla, Rinchenpong, and Namchi. After check-in, the evening is free to roam around the small settlement. Overnight stay in Pelling.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive for a full day of sightseeing through forested routes. The botanical and zoological richness of the area is truly inspiring.

Places to visit:

• Rimbi Water Falls

• Rimbi Rock Garden

• Kechopalri Lake – A holy Buddhist lake where it is believed that any wish made in front of the lake comes true. Legend says that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, a bird picks it up, keeping the water surface always free of leaves.

• Kechopalri Monastery

• Kanchenjunga Water Falls

• Pemayangtse Monastery – One of the oldest and most important monasteries in Sikkim

• Rabdantse Ruins – The scenic view from the top of the ruins to the mystic heights of the Kanchenjunga range is something to be cherished

Return to the hotel. The evening is free to roam around the helipad or shopping center. Overnight stay in Pelling.

Enjoy a morning breakfast, then transfer to Gangtok – a drive of 130 kilometers taking approximately 3 to 3.5 hours.

Gangtok – The capital of Sikkim (the 22nd state of India) – is one of the most beautiful hill stations with varied options for tourists. It is known for its monasteries, orchids, high-altitude lakes, and butterflies.

Upon arrival, check into your hotel, then proceed for a half-day sightseeing tour of Gangtok including:

• Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom

• Research Institute of Tibetology

• Do Drul Chorten (Stupa)

• Enchey Monastery

• White Hall

• Flower Show

Return to the hotel. The evening is free to roam around M.G. Road or Lal Market. Overnight stay in Gangtok.

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir – approximately 40 kilometers from Gangtok.

Tsomgo Lake – An oval-shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep, generally covered in snow for most of the year. This lake is home to Brahmini ducks and many migratory birds.

Baba Mandir – A sacred holy site located nearby, dedicated to Baba Harbhajan Singh, revered by all visitors.

Optional Tour – Nathula Pass – Located approximately 20 kilometers away (extra charges apply). Permit charges for Nathula Pass are approximately ₹7,000 per vehicle (maximum 6 guests). Permit confirmation is subject to approval from government authorities.

Return to Gangtok. The evening is free to roam around M.G. Road (Mall) or the local shopping center.

Note: In case of landslides or any other reasons resulting in the closure of Tsomgo Lake, an alternate sightseeing destination will be provided.

Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Enjoy a morning breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, transfer to Siliguri, New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) , Bagdogra Airport (IXB) , or Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand – a drive of approximately 135 kilometers taking 4.5 to 5 hours.

Guests are advised to start early and travel without rushing.

Your journey with Satluj Travels concludes here. Proceed for your forwarding journey with wonderful memories of the Eastern Himalayas.