7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Darjeeling Sikkim Gangtok

1. Day 1: Darjeeling
   Bagdogra Airport to Darjeeling (68 km, 2 hours 30 minutes)

   Visit Tiger Hill to catch the sunrise over Kanchenjunga followed by a tour of Batasia Loop and War Memorial. Leisurely stroll at the Mall Road while sipping on a cup of Darjeeling Tea.

2. Day 2: Darjeeling
   Explore local sightseeing spots: Darjeeling to Mirik (50 km, 2 hours)

   Visit the Ghoom Monastery, the largest monastery in Darjeeling, followed by a trip to Mirik Lake, and immerse in the quiet and serene atmosphere. Enjoy Boating and Horse riding or a leisurely walk along the lake shore.

3. Day 3: Gangtok
   Darjeeling to Gangtok (98 km, 4 hours)

   Visit the Rumtek Monastery, one of the largest monasteries in Sikkim. Explore the distinctive culture of Sikkim at the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and make a visit to the Do Drul Chorten Stupa.

4. Day 4: Gangtok
   Local sightseeing in Gangtok

   Experience the thrill of the Ropeway ride and panoramic views of Gangtok city. Visit the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom and watch local artisans weave their magic. In the evening, visit the lively M.G. Road for some local shopping and delicious street food.

5. Day 5: Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir
   Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake (38 km, 2 hours)

   Visit the holy Tsomgo Lake and seek blessings at the nearby Baba Mandir. Enjoy a Yak ride around the lake.

6. Day 6: Lachung
   Gangtok to Lachung (118 km, 6 hours)

   Visit the Lachen Monastery and make a pit stop at the Singhik Viewpoint to soak in the mesmerizing views of the Himalayas. Enjoying the cascading waterfalls like Bhim Nala Waterfall, Naga Waterfall and the natural hot springs of Yumthang Valley.

7. Day 7: Gangtok
   Lachung to Gangtok (103 km, 5 hours)

   Visit the Tashi Viewpoint to catch the last rays of the sun over the Himalayan panorama while sipping on a hot cup of tea.Visit the Zoo and Flower Show, and end the trip with a visit to the Saramsa Garden.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Tiger Hill (2 hours, INR 1000 per person)
• Batasia Loop and War Memorial (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
• Mall Road (2 hours, no cost)
• Ghoom Monastery (1 hour, INR 50 per person)
• Mirik Lake (3 hours, INR 250 per person for boating and horse riding)
• Rumtek Monastery (2 hours, INR 20 per person)
• Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
• Do Drul Chorten Stupa (1 hour, no cost)
• Ropeway ride (1 hour, INR 120 per person)
• Handicrafts and Handloom Directorate (1 hour, no cost)
• MG Road (2 hours, variable cost)
• Tsomgo Lake (2 hours, INR 300 per person)
• Baba Mandir (1 hour, no cost)
• Lachen Monastery (1 hour, no cost)
• Singhik Viewpoint (1 hour, no cost)
• Yumthang Valley (4 hours, no cost)
• Tashi Viewpoint (1 hour, INR 50 per person)
• Zoo (2 hours, INR 50 per person)
• Flower Show (30 minutes, INR 10 per person)
• Saramsa Garden (1 hour, INR 20 per person)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,060+

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can consider visiting the Pelling and Ravangla to explore more of the natural beauty of Sikkim. You can also add a visit to the monastery at Pemayangtse to your schedule. For people with limited time, you can reduce the number of days in Gangtok or Darjeeling.