Eastern Himalaya Grand Circuit Gangtok – Pelling • Kalimpong • Darjeeling
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Tour Overview
This extended Eastern Himalaya journey blends the spiritual calm of Sikkim with the colonial charm of Darjeeling and the gentle slopes of Kalimpong. High-altitude lakes, monasteries, waterfalls, tea estates, skywalks, and the iconic Kanchenjunga sunrise make this a complete mountain holiday with balanced travel pace and scenic drives.
Tour Plan
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Day 1 – Arrival at NJP / IXB & Drive to Gangtok
Gangtok (5,412 ft / 1,650 m | 130 km | 4–5 hrs)On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) or Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 ft / 126 m), meet our local representative and proceed by road to Gangtok. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Evening at leisure for acclimatisation.Overnight stay in Gangtok. -
Day 2 – Tsomgo Lake & New Baba Mandir Excursion
Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft / 3,780 m | 43 km | ~2 hrs one way)New Baba Mandir (13,100 ft / 3,994 m | 18 km further)After breakfast, enjoy a full-day excursion to the scenic Tsomgo Lake, a sacred glacial lake surrounded by alpine terrain. Continue onwards to New Baba Mandir, a revered shrine near the Indo-China border. Return to Gangtok by evening.Overnight stay in Gangtok. Optional: Nathula Pass (14,137 ft / 4,310 m), Indo-China Border (Indian nationals only, subject to permits, weather & additional cost). -
Day 3 – Gangtok Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Gangtok covering Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Enchey Monastery, Flower Exhibition Centre, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Do-Drul Chorten, Research Institute of Tibetology, and Banjhakri Falls (subject to operational days).Return to hotel by evening.Overnight stay in Gangtok. Alternative sightseeing will be arranged if any attraction is closed. -
Day 4 – Gangtok to Pelling
Pelling (5,500 ft / 1,675 m | 116 km | 5–6 hrs)After breakfast, check out and drive to Pelling, known for its serene atmosphere and stunning Kanchenjunga views. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Evening free at leisure.Overnight stay in Pelling. Optional detours:• Buddha Park, Ravangla (8,000 ft / 2,439 m)• Namchi Chardham (4,314 ft / 1,315 m) -
Day 5 – Pelling Sightseeing
After breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery, Chenrezig Statue, and the glass Skywalk. Post lunch, visit Rimbi Waterfall, the sacred Khecheopalri Lake, and the majestic Kanchenjunga Waterfall.Return to hotel.Overnight stay in Pelling. -
Day 6 – Pelling to Kalimpong
Kalimpong (4,091 ft / 1,247 m | 115 km | 4–5 hrs)After breakfast, check out and drive to Kalimpong, a quiet hill town known for monasteries and panoramic valley views. On arrival, check in to the hotel.Overnight stay in Kalimpong. Optional detour: Singshore Suspension Bridge (subject to time & cost). -
Day 7 – Kalimpong Sightseeing & Transfer to Darjeeling
Darjeeling (6,710 ft / 2,046 m | 70 km | 3–4 hrs)After breakfast, check out and enjoy Kalimpong sightseeing covering Dello Hills, Flower Nursery, panoramic view of Golf Course, Jang-Dong-Palriffo Brang, and Durbin Dara Hills.Later, drive to Darjeeling. On arrival, check in to the hotel.Overnight stay in Darjeeling. Optional activities:• Paragliding in Kalimpong• Teesta River Rafting at Melli -
Day 8 – Darjeeling Sightseeing & Tiger Hill Sunrise
Early morning visit to Tiger Hill (8,482 ft / 2,586 m) to witness sunrise over the Kanchenjunga range (subject to weather & permit availability). Return to hotel for breakfast.Later, proceed for half-day sightseeing covering Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tenzing & Gombu Rock, and a panoramic tea estate drive.Overnight stay in Darjeeling. Optional: Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Joy Train Ride). -
Day 9 – Darjeeling to NJP / IXB | Departure
After breakfast, check out and transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (100 km | 3–4 hrs) for onward journey, concluding a memorable Eastern Himalayan holiday. Optional detour: Pashupati Nagar (Indo-Nepal border) shopping & Mirik Lake (subject to time & cost).