7D6N DARJEELING & SIKKIM (PRIVATE TOUR)
Description
Itinerary
Price
Hotel
Remarks
Description
Overview
This 7-day journey through East India combines scenic beauty, spiritual serenity, and cultural charm. Beginning in Kolkata, the tour continues to the Himalayan hill stations of Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong. In Darjeeling, travelers enjoy sunrise views over the Himalayas from Tiger Hill, visit the historic Ghoom Monastery, experience the famous Toy Train ride, and explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Zoological Park.
The journey then moves to Gangtok, where highlights include Rumtek Monastery, the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, and the Directorate of Handloom and Handicrafts—offering a glimpse into Sikkim’s rich Buddhist heritage and artistry. The trip concludes in Kalimpong, known for its flower nurseries, monasteries, and panoramic mountain views, before returning to Kolkata for sightseeing and departure. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of natural splendor, spiritual exploration, and cultural immersion in the Eastern Himalayas.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis as per itinerary.
- Daily breakfast.
- Private tour and Transportation as per itinerary.
- Entrance fees, government taxes and service charges.
- Includes toll, parking, & fuel Cost & English-speaking tourist guide.
- Return international & domestic flight ticket.
- Indian Visa.
- Travel insurance.
- Toy Train to Ghoom Monastery
- Lunch and Dinner
- Peak season surcharge.
- Personal expenses like phone calls, laundry, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Tipping for guide, porterage, driver, and restaurant & Camera fees etc. not specified.
- Optional tour and any other expenses or services not mentioned.
- Any transport during the day at leisure or services or any additional rides.
Itinerary
Day 1: Kuala Lumpur – Kolkata
- Upon arrival, meet and greet at Kolkata International Airport with our representatives.
- Transfer to hotel for check in.
Day 2: Kolkata – Bagdogra – Darjeeling (Distance 93 km, estimated time 4 hours. Altitude 2134m) ) (Flight from Kolkata – Bagdogra not included) (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Kolkata Domestic Airport for flight to Bagdogra.
- Upon arrival, proceed to Darjeeling.
- Enjoy breathtaking view of snow-capped mountain peaks, including the majestic Kanchendzong.
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Day 3: Darjeeling (Breakfast)
- Early morning at 06:00am, visit Tiger Hill and Ghoom Monastery.
- Tiger Hill located 13km from Darjeeling and can see sunrise and Himalayan Range.
- Later visit Ghoom Monastery, the oldest monastery in the area.
- Back to hotel and breakfast then enjoy Toy Train Ride.
- Afternoons proceed for city tour.
- Visit Himalayan Mountaineering, Institute/Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park the Himalayan Mountaineering.
- Back to hotel.
Day 4: Darjeeling – Gangtok (Distance 98 km, estimated time 04 hrs. Altitude 1750m) (Breakfast)
- Breakfast, check out and drive to Gangtok.
- Upon arrival, check in hotel and overnight stay.
Day 5: Gangtok (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel and full day city tour to Gangtok including excursion to Rumtek Monastery.
- Visit Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, It has one of the world’s largest collections of rare books and manuscripts on Mahayana Buddhism.
- Near the Chorten are housed two giant statues of Lord Buddha and Guru Padmasambhava.
- Directorate of Handloom and Handicrafts.
- Exquisitely carved wooden friezes, intricate bamboo work, along with beautiful hand-woven carpets and handlooms are on exhibits here.
- Visitors can not only purchase these items here but also see the artisans at work.
- Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Gangtok – Kalimpong (Distance 68 km, estimated time 3 hours) (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel and drive to Kalimpong (approx. 80km, 3 hours)
- Flower nurseries (exotic flowers)
- Visit Zang Dog Palri Fo, located in Durpin Dara and offers an exclusive panoramic view of the town and surroundings.
- Visit Tharpa Choling Monastery at Tirpai Hill on route to Dr. Graham’s Home.
- Visit Thongsa Gumpa, monastery of Bhutanese origin and built around 1692.
- Overnight stay at Kalimpong.
Day 7: Kalimpong – Bagdogra – Kolkata – Departure (65 kms 03 hours approx (Flight from Bagdogra – Kolkata not included) (Breakfast)
- Breakfast at hotel then drive to Bagdogra (approx. 80km 3 hours) to connect flight for Kolkata.
- Arrive in Kolkata and proceed with half day sightseeing and shopping.
- Later in the evening transfer to international airport for departure back home.
Price
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| Hotel Category | 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3-5 Pax | 6-8 Pax | 9-10 Pax | 11-15 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Star | MYR 6960 | MYR 4240 | MYR 3860 | MYR 4190 | MYR 4290 | MYR 4270 |
| 4 Star | MYR 8000 | MYR 4420 | MYR 4400 | MYR 4290 | MYR 4270 | MYR 4230 |
| 5 Star | MYR 8760 | MYR 5330 | MYR 4840 | MYR 4790 | MYR 4730 | MYR 4700 |
Hotel
THIS TABLE BELOW SHOWS COST PER PERSON
| City | 3 Star | 4 Star | 5 Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | Viceroy Hotel/ Kings crown or similar | The Peerless inn/ Hotel Hindustan international or similar | Hyatt /Grand hotel or similar |
| Kalimpong | Hotel Silver oaks or similar | Mayfair or similar | Mayfair or similar |
| Gangtok | Hotel Yangthang Heritage or similar | The lemon tree/Sinclair or similar | Ramada/Denzong Regancy or similar |
Remarks
- Rooms are subject to availability upon confirmation of the booking.
- Incidental charges will be on pax account.
- Itinerary is subject to change due to weather and traffic condition.
- Child rate: Child No Bed – 65% from Adult Price/ Child with Bed – 80% from Adult Price.
- Transport: Up to 4 person using 1 Transportation/ 6 – 8 person using 2 Toyota Innova.
- Do not carry Indian Rs 500 or Rs 1000 old currency notes.
- Smoking in public and carrying mineral water bottles are banned in Sikkim.
- Do not bring any plant or agricultural product out of Sikkim (it’s illegal)
- Travel date until December 2026.
- Surcharge: Peak Season – 15 % per person
