6 days in Ilam, Darjeeling & Sikkim Itinerary
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Start: Kathmandu, Nepal
Fly
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Ilam, Nepal
— 1 day
Drive
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Darjeeling, India
— 2 nights
Drive
3
Gangtok, India
— 3 nights
Drive to Bhadrapur, Fly to Kathmandu
End: Kathmandu, Nepal
Wed, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 26
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Ilam, Nepal — 1 day
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Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): cruise along Fikkal Bazar and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ilam Tea Garden.
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Kathmandu to Ilam is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) to allow time to drive to Darjeeling.
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Plan my Ilam trip by asking Klarna Trips to come up with tips and suggestions.
Kathmandu to Ilam is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) to allow time to drive to Darjeeling.
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Darjeeling, India — 2 nights
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Queen of the Hills
Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): meet the residents at Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, then deepen your understanding at Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, and then look for gifts at Chandulal's. Keep things going the next day: view the masterpieces at Hayden Hall, then get great views at Tiger Hill, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Guru Sakya Monastery, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Japanese Peace Pagoda.
To see where to stay, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Darjeeling trip planner.
You can drive from Ilam to Darjeeling in 3 hours. Traveling from Ilam to Darjeeling, you'll gain 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, Darjeeling is a bit warmer than Ilam - with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Gangtok.
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To see where to stay, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read our Darjeeling trip planner.
You can drive from Ilam to Darjeeling in 3 hours. Traveling from Ilam to Darjeeling, you'll gain 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. In December, Darjeeling is a bit warmer than Ilam - with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) to allow time to drive to Gangtok.
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Gangtok, India — 3 nights
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Your inner history buff will appreciate Nathula and Rumtek Monastery Sikkim. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at MG Marg and Ranka Monastery. The adventure continues: explore the landscape on two wheels at Tsongmo Lake, make a trip to Kyichu Ga-Tsal, and look for gifts at Golden Tips.
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Drive from Darjeeling to Gangtok in 3.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
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Plan my trip to Gangtok with suggested itineraries provided by Klarna Trips.
Drive from Darjeeling to Gangtok in 3.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) so you can travel back home.
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Sikkim travel guide
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas in northeast India, Sikkim revels in its abundance of beautiful nature, with a plethora of scenic lakes, waterfalls, and lush green valleys. Apart from adventurous treks through mountain passes and around pristine lakes, a vacation in Sikkim usually involves visitng Hindu temples and Tibetan Buddhist monasteries. Rafting, kayaking, mountain biking, and mountaineering feature prominently on tourist agendas, with a visit to a hot spa providing the perfect way to relax after an exhausting day. Yak safaris and high ropeways provide interesting ways to see high-altitude cities and the surrounding nature, which includes the state's natural symbols: the noble orchid and the red panda. Bordering Tibet and sandwiched between Nepal and Bhutan, Sikkim is known for its diverse blend of cultures.
