Darjeeling Gangtok Tour
- Deluxe hotels
- Private cab transfers
- Customizable itinerary
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Darjeeling and Sikkim tour packages combine Gangtok, Darjeeling, Pelling and Kalimpong with high-altitude excursions to Tsomgo Lake, Lachung, Yumthang and Gurudongmar Lake. Our itineraries run 4 to 10 days, starting and ending at Siliguri (Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri station).
Plan your trip
In short: Four days covers Darjeeling and Gangtok; allow 6–8 days to add Pelling, Kalimpong or North Sikkim (Lachung and Lachen), and 10 days for the full circuit. March to May and October to December are the best times to visit Darjeeling and Sikkim.
Four days covers Darjeeling and Gangtok; allow 6–8 days to add Pelling, Kalimpong or North Sikkim (Lachung and Lachen), and 10 days for the full circuit.
| Trip length | What it covers | Itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | Darjeeling and Gangtok | Darjeeling Gangtok Tour |
| 5 days | Pelling and Gangtok with Tsomgo Lake | Gangtok Pelling Tour |
| 6 days | Gangtok with Lachen, Lachung, Gurudongmar and Yumthang | Gangtok with lachen and Lachung Tour |
| 10 days | Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling, Kalimpong and Darjeeling | Darjeeling with Kalimpong pelling Lachung and gangtok Tour |
March to May and October to December are the best times to visit Darjeeling and Sikkim.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| March – May | Spring | Rhododendrons in bloom, clear mornings and pleasant days — a popular season. |
| June – September | Monsoon | Heavy rain and landslides can close roads, especially in North Sikkim. |
| October – December | Autumn & early winter | The clearest mountain views of the year; cold nights. |
| January – February | Winter | Cold, with snow at higher places; some high roads may close. |
The cost of a Darjeeling and Sikkim tour depends on the number of nights, hotel category, season and whether you include North Sikkim. We quote each trip for your dates.
Sikkim’s capital: MG Marg, monasteries and viewpoints, and the base for Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
Tiger Hill sunrise, tea gardens, the Batasia Loop and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Close views of Kanchenjunga, Pemayangtse Monastery and the Rabdentse ruins.
A quieter hill town with monasteries, nurseries and valley views.
North Sikkim villages; Yumthang Valley from Lachung and Gurudongmar Lake from Lachen.
Deluxe category hotels on twin sharing in many packages; stays in Lachung and Lachen are simpler mountain lodges.
Packages start and end at Siliguri — Bagdogra airport (IXB) or New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station — with a private cab for transfers and sightseeing. North Sikkim and Tsomgo Lake need permits, arranged locally.
Gentle sightseeing, the toy train and cool weather make Darjeeling and Gangtok easy with children.
Pelling’s mountain views and Darjeeling’s tea estates suit a relaxed honeymoon.
North Sikkim’s high valleys and lakes are among the most scenic drives in India.
Travel tips from our team
Hotel stays as per the itinerary, pick-up and drop at the railway station, bus stand or airport, a private cab for transfers and sightseeing, tolls, parking and driver allowance, and applicable taxes in many packages. Each package lists its inclusions and exclusions.
At Siliguri — Bagdogra airport or New Jalpaiguri railway station.
Yes, for North Sikkim and Tsomgo Lake; they are arranged locally. Foreign nationals also need a permit to enter Sikkim.
Four days for Darjeeling and Gangtok; 6–10 days to add Pelling, Kalimpong and North Sikkim.
March to May and October to December.
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Content reviewed 30 Sep 2026 by Holiday Guru Travel.
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