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 begin the scenic drive to Gangtok through river valleys and forested hills. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure for acclimatisation.Overnight stay in Gangtok.

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, proceed for a full-day high-altitude excursion to Tsomgo (Changu) Lake, a sacred glacial lake surrounded by snow-clad peaks. Continue to New Baba Mandir, dedicated to Baba Harbhajan Singh. 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).

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day Gangtok sightseeing tour 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 provided if certain institutions are closed.

Pelling (5,500 ft / 1,675 m | 116 km | 5–6 hrs)After breakfast, check out and drive to Pelling, known for its tranquil atmosphere and close-up views of the Kanchenjunga range. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Evening 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)

After breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing covering Pemayangtse Monastery, the towering 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.

Darjeeling (6,710 ft / 2,046 m | 125 km | 5–6 hrs)After breakfast, check out and drive to Darjeeling via scenic mountain roads and tea estates. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Evening at leisure.Overnight stay in Darjeeling. Optional detour: Singshore Suspension Bridge (subject to time & cost).

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, enjoy 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).

After breakfast, check out and drive 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).