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7-Day Itinerary for Sikkim and Darjeeling

  1. Day 1: Darjeeling
    Bagdogra Airport to Darjeeling (3 hours, 67.3 km)

    Morning: Visit Tiger Hill for a beautiful sunrise view of Kanchenjunga mountain. Afternoon: Explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park to see rare Himalayan animals. Evening: Enjoy a cup of locally grown Darjeeling tea amidst the stunning views of the tea plantations.

  2. Day 2: Gangtok
    Darjeeling to Gangtok (3 hours, 97.5 km)

    Morning: Visit the Enchey Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries of Sikkim and explore the nearby Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. Afternoon: Head to the Banjhakri Waterfalls and Park for a serene and relaxing experience and witness the beautiful waterfalls. Evening: Take a stroll at the famous MG Marg and indulge in some local delicacies.

  3. Day 3: Tsomgo Lake
    Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake (2 hours, 39.2 km)

    Morning: Take a scenic drive to Tsomgo Lake, situated at an altitude of 12,310 feet above sea level. Afternoon: Visit the nearby Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple, a holy shrine dedicated to an Indian army soldier who died near the Nathu La Pass. Evening: Return to Gangtok and relax at your hotel.

  4. Day 4: Pelling
    Gangtok to Pelling (4 hours, 117 km)

    Morning: Take a drive to Pelling and visit the Pemayangtse Monastery. Afternoon: Explore the Rabdentse Ruins, the second capital of the erstwhile kingdom of Sikkim. Evening: Visit the Khecheopalri Lake, a sacred lake and a popular pilgrimage site.

  5. Day 5: Ravangla
    Pelling to Ravangla (2 hours, 44.3 km)

    Morning: Visit the Siddheswar Dham, a unique pilgrimage centre dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Hanuman. Afternoon: Head to the Tathagata Tsal, a beautiful park with a giant statue of Lord Buddha. Evening: Enjoy the sunset at the Ralong Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries of Sikkim.

  6. Day 6: Namchi
    Ravangla to Namchi (1 hour, 20.6 km)

    Morning: Visit the Char Dham, a pilgrimage centre dedicated to the four Dhams of India. Afternoon: Head to the Samdruptse Hill to witness the majestic 135 feet tall statue of Padmasambhava, also known as Guru Rinpoche. Evening: Take a stroll in the Temi Tea Garden, the only tea garden of Sikkim.

  7. Day 7: Departure
    Namchi to Bagdogra Airport (3.5 hours, 95.1 km)

    Morning/Afternoon: Depart for the airport to catch your flight back home.

Recommendations

Other popular attractions include the Rumtek Monastery, the Kanchenjunga Mountain, and the Yuksom Village trek. A side trip to the Nathu La Pass, the Indo-China border, is also recommended. To maximize your fun, try the local momos and thukpas, indulge in some shopping of souvenirs and handicrafts, and take a yak ride. Don't forget to experience the beautiful culture and hospitality of the locals. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!

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