India · Sunrise Tours

5-Day Gangtok and Darjeeling Tour with Tiger Hill Sunrise

5 Days Round trip from Shankar Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Excursion to Changu Lake and New Baba Mandir at high altitude
02 Enjoy river rafting en route from Gangtok to Darjeeling
03 Witness the sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak from Tiger Hill
04 Visit Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, and Darjeeling's popular city sights

Take a short 5-day, 4-night tour to Gangtok and Darjeeling, with two nights in Gangtok and two nights in Darjeeling to enjoy the best of both paradises. Travel through the scenic hills of Sikkim and West Bengal, visit Changu Lake and New Baba Mandir, enjoy river rafting en route to Darjeeling, and witness the sunrise over Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill. The journey also includes local sightseeing, shopping time at M G Road in Gangtok, and visits to some of Darjeeling's most popular attractions.

4 AM-8 AM: Enjoy an early morning tour to Tiger Hill (at around 4 am) to admire the sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak, subject to clear weather.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Siliguri, Darjeeling, Gangtok

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok

Arrive at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport (IXB). Our representative will meet you and transfer you to Gangtok, a drive of about 4-5 hours. The evening is free for your leisure.

Day 02

Excursion to Changu Lake and New Baba Mandir

After breakfast, start for an excursion to Changu Lake (12,400 ft.) and New Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.), 55 km from Gangtok city. This serene lake is situated at an altitude of 12,000 ft. on the Gangtok Nathu La highway.

Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) and enjoy local shopping in Gangtok.

Prior permission is required to visit Nathula Pass. Extra cost applies for an extended tour to Nathula.

Day 03

Gangtok to Darjeeling via Teesta and Lamahatta

8:30 AM: Continue to the next destination - Darjeeling. On the way, enjoy river rafting and visit the Teesta Rangeet viewpoint, Teesta Bazar, and Lamahatta Eco-Friendly Park.

Travel time is 4-5 hours.

The evening is free for leisure activities.

Day 04

Tiger Hill Sunrise and Darjeeling Sightseeing

4 AM-8 AM: Enjoy an early morning tour to Tiger Hill (at around 4 am) to admire the sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak, subject to clear weather.
On your way back, visit Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery.
7 Points: 9:30 AM-3:00 PM: After breakfast, set off on a city tour of Darjeeling. Visit the following sites:
- Padmaja Naidu Himalaya Zoological Park (closed on Thursday)
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursday)
- Tea Garden
- Tenzing Rock
- Ramakrishna Mission
- Japanese Temple
- Peace Pagoda

The evening is free for other activities.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05

Departure from Darjeeling

Return drive from Darjeeling to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport. The transfer covers 100 km and takes about 3-4 hours.

Where this trip takes you

Tiger Hill sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak, Changu Lake, Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Shankar Rd 3 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation at the mentioned hotels or similar.
Meals included at each hotel as mentioned in your package.
Airport transfer and sightseeing at each destination as per the itinerary.
Permit charges, road taxes, and toll taxes.
Assistance by our representatives during airport/station transfers.

What's Not Included

Any air/train fare to reach NJP/Bagdogra Airport.
Toy Train tickets, Ropeway tickets, rafting cost, and paragliding cost.
Entrance fees, if applicable at some places, and guide charges.
Personal expenses.
Any cost arising due to natural calamities such as landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc. must be borne by the client and is directly payable on the spot.
Any increase in taxes or fuel price leading to an increase in the cost of surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.

Know before you go

Documents Required:
- Govt ID proof for all passengers - kindly carry the original and a Xerox copy as well.
- Govt ID such as voter card, passport, or any other ID recognized by the Government.
- PAN card and Aadhar card are not accepted as ID for getting a permit for the Changu Lake tour and North Sikkim Pass.
- Documents are required for all passengers travelling.
- Passport-size photograph: 4 passport-size photographs for each passenger.
Documents will be collected on the 1st day of arrival in Gangtok.
If you wish to extend the trip to Nathula, kindly notify us in advance. Additional charges apply for the same.
Foreign nationals should get an Inner Line Permit before entering Sikkim. Passport copies and photographs should be sent at least 1 week prior to arrival for arranging a permit for Changu Lake. The Inner Line Permit can also be arranged on the same day before entering Sikkim.
Any Indian guest holding a foreign passport and not holding a PIO card or any Indian Govt ID proof will be treated as a foreign national and should get the Inner Line Permit for their stay in Sikkim.
Changu Lake: The lake is oval in shape, 15 meters deep, and is considered sacred by the local people. It is also home to brahminy ducks. Its cool, placid water harmonizes with the scenic beauty around it. This placid lake remains frozen during the winter months up to mid-May. Nathu La Pass to the Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometres further and is an optional tour.