Every group is different, so we tailor each tour to your dates, budget, age group and interests. The plans below are our most popular routes and a good starting point. Send us your dates and we will send you a quote.
12 days: Complete Sikkim & Darjeeling
Our classic tour, covering Gangtok, North Sikkim, Pelling and Darjeeling.
| Day | Plan | Night |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive NJP / Bagdogra, drive to Gangtok | Gangtok |
| 2 | Tsomgo (Changu) Lake and Baba Mandir; Nathula on open days (Indians only) | Gangtok |
| 3 | Gangtok sightseeing – monasteries, viewpoints, ropeway, waterfalls; helicopter ride optional (extra) | Gangtok |
| 4 | Drive to Lachen via Mangan and Chungthang | Lachen |
| 5 | Early morning Gurudongmar Lake, then drive to Lachung | Lachung |
| 6 | Yumthang Valley and Zero Point (snow point), back to Gangtok | Gangtok |
| 7 | Gangtok to Pelling via Temi Tea Garden, Namchi Char Dham and Samdruptse | Pelling |
| 8 | Pelling sightseeing – Pemayangtse, Rabdentse, Skywalk, Khecheopalri Lake, waterfalls | Pelling |
| 9 | Pelling to Darjeeling | Darjeeling |
| 10 | Tiger Hill sunrise, Ghoom, Batasia Loop, local sightseeing; toy train optional (extra) | Darjeeling |
| 11 | Mirik Lake and Nepal border (Pashupati) | Darjeeling |
| 12 | Drive to NJP / Bagdogra – tour ends | – |
Night stays: Gangtok 4, Lachen 1, Lachung 1, Pelling 2, Darjeeling 3.
8 days: Gangtok, North Sikkim & Darjeeling
| Day | Plan | Night |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive, drive to Gangtok | Gangtok |
| 2 | Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, Nathula (on open days) | Gangtok |
| 3 | Drive to Lachung | Lachung |
| 4 | Yumthang Valley and Zero Point, back to Gangtok | Gangtok |
| 5 | Gangtok sightseeing | Gangtok |
| 6 | Drive to Darjeeling | Darjeeling |
| 7 | Tiger Hill and Darjeeling sightseeing | Darjeeling |
| 8 | Drive to NJP / Bagdogra | – |
6 days: Gangtok & Darjeeling (no North Sikkim)
A relaxed option for senior citizens, families with small children, or the monsoon months when North Sikkim may be closed.
| Day | Plan | Night |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrive, drive to Gangtok | Gangtok |
| 2 | Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir (Nathula optional) | Gangtok |
| 3 | Gangtok sightseeing | Gangtok |
| 4 | Drive to Darjeeling via Namchi or Kalimpong | Darjeeling |
| 5 | Tiger Hill, toy train and local sightseeing | Darjeeling |
| 6 | Drive to NJP / Bagdogra | – |
Add-ons
- Pelling – add 2 nights between Gangtok and Darjeeling.
- Bhutan – continue from Darjeeling to Phuentsholing. See our Bhutan guide.
- Old Silk Route (Zuluk) – add 1–2 nights from Gangtok (Indians only).
What our packages usually include
- Pick-up and drop at Bagdogra Airport or NJP station
- Car with experienced local driver for the whole tour (Innova, Xylo, Sumo or similar, depending on group size)
- Rooms at Tip Top Group hotels
- Pure vegetarian Gujarati / Jain meals as per itinerary – breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Permits for Tsomgo Lake, Nathula and North Sikkim (with your documents)
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
Usually extra
- Toy train joy ride in Darjeeling (book on IRCTC)
- Helicopter ride, paragliding and river rafting
- Entry fees, ropeway tickets, yak rides and snow boots
- Local taxi in Gangtok town where tourist cars are not allowed
- Personal expenses and anything not listed above
Package price
The cost depends on the season, number of travellers, car type and room category. Contact us for rates – send your dates and group size on WhatsApp or through our enquiry form and we will reply with a full quote.
Frequently asked questions
How many days are enough for Sikkim?
At least 6 days for Gangtok and Darjeeling; 8 days to add North Sikkim; 10–12 days to include Pelling as well.
Can you customise the itinerary?
Yes. Every tour is planned around your dates, group and interests.
Do packages include Jain food?
Yes. Pure vegetarian Gujarati and Jain meals are included as per your itinerary at our hotels.
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Updated October 2026 by the Tip Top Group team.