GANGTOK / DARJEELING

Gangtok & Darjeeling
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

▪ Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Gangtok) – Visit the scenic glacial lake Tsomgo, surrounded by snow-capped mountains. The Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir, dedicated to an Indian Army soldier, adds a unique spiritual and patriotic touch. This excursion offers students a chance to understand high-altitude ecosystems and local legends.
▪ Dro-Dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjhakri Falls – Explore Dro-Dul Chorten, an important Buddhist stupa, and Enchey Monastery, rich in spiritual significance. At Banjhakri Falls, students learn about Sikkimese culture and ancient healing practices in a scenic park setting.
▪ Mount Khangchendzongha Exploration – Witness breathtaking views of India’s highest peak, Mt. Khangchendzongha. Students develop an appreciation for the Eastern Himalayan biodiversity and geography.
▪ Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop (Darjeeling) – Visit the Ghoom Monastery, one of Darjeeling’s oldest, and Batasia Loop, a unique spiral railway loop offering stunning views and war memorials – a perfect blend of history, engineering, and scenery.
▪ Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park, Tenzing Rock, Japanese Temple & Tea Garden Visit – Explore the legacy of mountaineering at the HMI, visit rare Himalayan animals at the Zoological Park, try rock climbing at Tenzing Rock, enjoy peaceful moments at the Japanese Peace Pagoda, and walk through lush tea gardens to see tea plucking and processing.

Site Seeing (Suggested)
MG Marg (Gangtok) – A lively, vehicle-free shopping and cultural street.
Tiger Hill (Darjeeling) – For an optional sunrise view of the Himalayan range.
Darjeeling Mall Road – Local food, souvenirs, and colonial charm.
Namgyal Institute of Tibetology – For deeper insights into Tibetan history and culture.

Learning Objectives

This tour offers a rich blend of ecological education, Himalayan geography, Buddhist heritage, and cultural diversity. Students gain exposure to mountaineering history, environmental conservation, and the peaceful coexistence of tradition and modern living.