Recommended season
March to June and September to November for pleasant weather and clear mountain views.
Multi-State India Package Overview
Explore three of the most beautiful Himalayan destinations with our Eastern Himalayan Grand Circuit Tour Package 2026. This well-planned 6 Nights / 7 Days journey covers the vibrant hill city of Gangtok, the peaceful mountain town of Pelling, and the timeless colonial charm of Darjeeling.
Begin your holiday in Gangtok with a memorable excursion to the high-altitude Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Continue to Pelling, where waterfalls, sacred lakes, monasteries, heritage ruins and views of the Kanchenjunga range create a completely different Himalayan experience.
The final part of the tour takes you to Darjeeling, famous for tea gardens, toy-train heritage, Buddhist monasteries and the sunrise view from Tiger Hill. The itinerary includes realistic driving times, dedicated sightseeing days and sufficient rest after mountain transfers.
This Gangtok Pelling Darjeeling Tour Package 2026 is suitable for families, honeymoon couples, groups and travelers looking for a complete Sikkim and Darjeeling holiday without an overly rushed schedule.
Best Time for Multi-State India
Snow season
December to February offers the best chance of snow in higher-altitude areas such as Manali, Solang Valley, Kufri, Gulmarg, or nearby snow points. Snowfall depends on current weather conditions.
Monsoon travel note
Rain can affect outdoor visits and local travel. Check the forecast for your dates, carry rain protection and allow extra time for transfers.
Trip Highlights
- Full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir
- Scenic mountain journey from Gangtok to Pelling
- Visit Khecheopalri Lake and Kanchenjunga Waterfall
- Explore Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins
- Experience Pelling Skywalk and Sanga Choeling Monastery
- Witness sunrise over Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill
- Visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop and Peace Pagoda
- Explore Darjeeling Tea Garden, Zoo and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Detailed Multi-State India 6 Nights / 7 Days Itinerary
🚗 Journey Overview
Arrive at NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport and proceed on a scenic drive to Gangtok, the charming capital of Sikkim.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport → Gangtok
🏙️ Destination City: Gangtok
📍 Distance: Approx. 130 km
⏳ Travel Duration: Approx. 5 Hours
🏔️ Altitude: Approx. 1,650 m
👉 Teesta River ke saath winding mountain roads ka safar aapki holiday ko beautiful start dega.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Scenic drive through Himalayan foothills
✔ Beautiful Teesta River views
✔ Arrival in Gangtok
🌄 Leisure & Experiences
🚶 Evening walk at MG Marg
☕ Explore local cafés
🛍️ Shop for local handicrafts and souvenirs
📍 Sightseeing Points Covered
✨ Scenic Teesta Valley Route
✨ Gangtok Town
⚠️ Important Notes
• This day is mainly reserved for arrival, travel and relaxation.
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 Stay in Gangtok
🚗 Sightseeing Overview
Enjoy an exciting high-altitude excursion to the glacial Tsomgo Lake and the revered Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: Gangtok → Tsomgo Lake → Baba Mandir → Gangtok
🏙️ Base City: Gangtok
📍 Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake: Approx. 45 km one way
⏳ Travel Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
📍 Tsomgo Lake to Baba Mandir: Approx. 16 km
⏳ Travel Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
🏔️ Altitude
• Tsomgo Lake: Approx. 3,780 m
• Baba Mandir: Approx. 4,000 m
👉 Snowy landscapes, cold mountain air aur Tsomgo Lake ka view is day ko truly unforgettable banayega.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Visit the beautiful glacial Tsomgo Lake
✔ Seek blessings at Baba Mandir
✔ Enjoy dramatic high-altitude Himalayan landscapes
🌄 Leisure & Experiences
📸 Mountain and snow photography
🐂 Optional Yak Ride on direct payment
☕ Enjoy hot tea and local snacks near the lake
📍 Sightseeing Points Covered
✨ Tsomgo Lake
✨ Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
⚠️ Important Notes
• Visit is subject to permit, weather and road conditions.
• In case of landslides or closure, alternate sightseeing will be arranged.
• Travellers should avoid excessive physical activity at high altitude.
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 Stay in Gangtok
🚗 Journey Overview
Travel from Gangtok to Pelling through scenic mountain roads, forested valleys and peaceful Sikkimese landscapes.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: Gangtok → Pelling
🏙️ Destination City: Pelling
📍 Distance: Approx. 160 km
⏳ Travel Duration: Approx. 5.5–6 Hours
🏔️ Altitude: Approx. 2,150 m
👉 Gangtok se Pelling ka route nature lovers ke liye scenic views se bhara hua hai.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Scenic drive across Sikkim
✔ Mountain and valley views
✔ Arrival in peaceful Pelling
🌄 Leisure & Experiences
📸 Enjoy Himalayan photography
☕ Relax at the hotel
🌄 Admire distant views of the Kanchenjunga range, subject to weather
📍 Sightseeing Points Covered
✨ Scenic Gangtok–Pelling Route
⚠️ Important Notes
• This day is mainly reserved for travel and leisure.
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 Stay in Pelling
🚗 Sightseeing Overview
Explore Pelling’s waterfalls, peaceful villages, sacred lake, ancient monastery and historical ruins.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: Pelling Local Sightseeing
🏙️ Base City: Pelling
📍 Distance: Local Sightseeing
⏳ Sightseeing Duration: Approx. 7–8 Hours
👉 Waterfalls, monasteries aur Kanchenjunga views ka perfect combination aaj dekhne ko milega.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Explore traditional village life
✔ Visit sacred and natural attractions
✔ Discover Pelling’s Buddhist heritage
✔ Experience the famous Skywalk
🌄 Leisure & Experiences
📸 Waterfall and mountain photography
🙏 Peaceful monastery visit
🚶 Walk across the glass Skywalk
🌿 Spend time near Khecheopalri Lake
📍 Sightseeing Points Covered
✨ Darap Village
✨ Rimbi Waterfalls
✨ Khecheopalri Lake
✨ Khangchendzonga Waterfalls
✨ Pemayangtse Monastery
✨ Rabdentse Ruins
✨ Sangacholing Skywalk
✨ New Helipad Ground
⚠️ Important Notes
• Some attractions may involve short walks and steps.
• Skywalk entry tickets may be payable directly unless included.
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 Stay in Pelling
🚗 Journey Overview
After breakfast, travel to Darjeeling through scenic mountain roads and lush green landscapes.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: Pelling → Singla Check Post → Darjeeling
🏙️ Destination City: Darjeeling
📍 Distance: Approx. 85 km
⏳ Travel Duration: Approx. 4.5 Hours
🏔️ Altitude: Approx. 2,050 m
👉 Pelling se Darjeeling ka scenic route greenery aur Himalayan valley views se bhara hua hai.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Cross from Sikkim into West Bengal
✔ Scenic drive through mountain valleys
✔ Arrival in the Queen of the Hills
🌄 Leisure & Experiences
🚶 Explore Mall Road in the evening
☕ Enjoy Darjeeling tea at a local café
🛍️ Shop at Chowrasta and local markets
📍 Sightseeing Points Covered
✨ Singla Check Post Route
✨ Darjeeling Town
⚠️ Important Notes
• Evening sightseeing depends on arrival time and traffic conditions.
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 Stay in Darjeeling
🚗 Sightseeing Overview
Begin early with the famous Tiger Hill sunrise, followed by a comprehensive tour of Darjeeling’s heritage, cultural and natural attractions.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: Darjeeling Sunrise Tour & Local Sightseeing
🏙️ Base City: Darjeeling
📍 Early Start: Around 4:00 AM
⏳ Sightseeing Duration: Approx. Full Day
👉 Tiger Hill se Kanchenjunga sunrise aur Darjeeling tea gardens ka experience trip ka biggest highlight rahega.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Witness sunrise over the Kanchenjunga range
✔ Explore Buddhist and colonial heritage
✔ Visit famous Himalayan institutions
✔ Enjoy tea garden views
🌄 Leisure & Experiences
📸 Sunrise and mountain photography
🚡 Optional Darjeeling Ropeway Ride
🍃 Experience Darjeeling’s tea culture
🚶 Leisure evening around Mall Road
📍 Sightseeing Points Covered
✨ Tiger Hill
✨ Ghoom Monastery
✨ Batasia Loop
✨ Japanese Temple
✨ Peace Pagoda
✨ Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
✨ Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
✨ Darjeeling Ropeway
✨ Tenzing Rock
✨ Gombu Rock
✨ Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre
✨ Tea Garden – Outer View
⚠️ Important Notes
• Tiger Hill is subject to permit, token availability and clear weather.
• Zoological Park and HMI remain closed on Thursdays.
• Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Centre remains closed on Sundays.
• Ropeway ticket cost is not included.
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 Stay in Darjeeling
🚗 Journey Overview
After breakfast, check out and proceed to NJP Railway Station or Bagdogra Airport for your onward journey.
⏱️ Journey Details
📍 Route: Darjeeling → NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport
🏙️ Destination: NJP / Bagdogra
📍 Distance: Approx. 75 km
⏳ Travel Duration: Approx. 3 Hours
👉 Gangtok, Pelling aur Darjeeling ki beautiful memories aapke saath hamesha rahengi.
🏛️ Excursion Highlights
✔ Scenic departure drive
✔ Comfortable airport or railway station transfer
✔ End of a memorable Himalayan holiday
🌙 Overnight Stay
🏨 No Overnight Stay – Departure Day
🌟 Tour Highlights
✔ Scenic arrival transfer through Teesta Valley
✔ High-altitude Tsomgo Lake excursion
✔ Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir
✔ Peaceful stay in Pelling
✔ Khecheopalri Lake and famous waterfalls
✔ Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins
✔ Sangacholing Skywalk experience
✔ Darjeeling tea garden views
✔ Tiger Hill sunrise
✔ Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery
✔ Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Zoo
✔ Beautiful Himalayan landscapes across Sikkim and Darjeeling
🙏 Journey Farewell
Thank you for choosing Joy Vacanza for your Himalayan holiday.
We hope this journey through Gangtok, Pelling and Darjeeling leaves you with unforgettable memories of glacial lakes, peaceful monasteries, breathtaking waterfalls, tea-covered hills and the majestic Kanchenjunga range.
Joy Vacanza wishes you a safe and pleasant journey ahead!
- Non-A/c Sedan (Wagon R / Alto) vehicle provided as per the itinerary (ac will not work in hills OR when the vehicle is parked)
- All toll tax, state tax & parking charges included.
- Professional driver assistance throughout the journey.
- Daily 2 mineral water bottles (1 Ltr each) per person
- Comfortable accommodation on double sharing basis (Twin/Double Bed).
- Meals as per selected package plan.
- Travel insurance not included
- GST is not included and will be charged extra.
- Laundry, tips, porter charges, camera/video fees, shopping & personal expenses.
- Monument/attraction entry tickets & sightseeing activity charges.
- Tea, coffee, cold drinks & other beverages unless included in the meal plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, flight and train tickets are not included. Guests are required to arrange their own travel to and from Delhi.
Yes, minor customization is possible before booking confirmation. However, once the tour starts, no changes can be made to the itinerary.
No, early check-in and late check-out are subject to hotel availability and may incur additional charges.
Yes, a private AC sedan will be provided for the entire tour as per the itinerary. However, AC usage may be limited in hilly areas.
Full payment is required before travel. Once the booking is confirmed, the amount is non-refundable and non-adjustable.
All sightseeing depends on weather and road conditions. No refund will be provided for missed sightseeing due to such reasons.
Children below 5 years can stay complimentary without an extra bed. Charges apply for children above this age.
Reviews
45 Reviews
4.4/5
Rakesh Dutta – Gaya
Verified traveler review
This trip was mainly for my cousins; I just wanted the days to be easy for everyone. The weather changed suddenly, so the extra buffer in the plan helped. Even when traffic slowed us down, the driver stayed calm and adjusted the plan. The journey went well, with a few small coordination points that can be improved.
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Siddharth Bhardwaj – Noida
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We had limited days, and two senior family members were travelling with me. Traffic was heavy near one town, but the rest of the day was relaxed. The trip worked, but I would expect faster updates when timings change.
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Jitendra Gupta – Indore
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This was not a luxury trip for us; it was simply a few days away from work with my wife and two children. We had rain for part of the day and the plan was adjusted reasonably. The driving felt safe and there was no unnecessary speeding. We kept some time for an evening walk instead of doing nonstop sightseeing. Would be comfortable booking with the team again.
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Harleen Sekhon – Ludhiana
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This was not a luxury trip for us; it was simply a comfortable road trip with my father and younger brother. The hotel was simple, but the room was clean and that was enough for us. The order of stops made sense and avoided unnecessary backtracking. Happy with how the journey was handled.
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Tushar Thorat – Pune
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This was not a luxury trip for us; it was simply a short break with my husband and our daughter. The scenic stops between towns were as enjoyable as the main sightseeing. We had a clear idea of the next day's plan, which made mornings easier. Nothing major went wrong, though a little more proactive communication would improve the service.
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Pradeep Dutta – Gaya
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I chose this itinerary because our family of five were joining and I did not want an overpacked schedule. My father appreciated a tea stop in the middle of the drive. The vehicle was comfortable enough for the distance we covered. We returned with good memories, which was what we wanted.
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Sourav Bhowmik – Howrah
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Went with our family of five. We were more interested in a comfortable trip than ticking off every stop. The car was neat and the AC worked well on the warmer parts of the trip. The trip felt organised but not overly controlled. We came back happy with the trip. We had a small delay at check-in, but the rest of the day stayed on track.
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Gurleen Sekhon – Ludhiana
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The Eastern Himalayan Grand Circuit Tour Package 2026 worked well for a pre-planned family journey to the hill circuit and the mountain sightseeing. The transport was coordinated properly and the sightseeing order avoided unnecessary backtracking. We also appreciated that the day-wise route was practical for the time we had. It would help if hotel and pickup details were reconfirmed a little earlier on busy days.
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