6 days in Sikkim, Darjeeling & Ilam Itinerary
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Start: Kathmandu, Nepal
Fly to Bhadrapur, Drive to Gangtok
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Gangtok, India
— 1 night
Drive
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Darjeeling, India
— 3 nights
Drive
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Ilam, Nepal
— 1 night
Fly
End: Kathmandu, Nepal
Fri, Dec 30 - Wed, Jan 4
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Gangtok, India — 1 night
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On the 30th (Fri), make a trip to Hanuman Tok, soak in style at The Himalayan Spa, and then take a stroll through MG Marg. On your second day here, steep yourself in history at Nathula and then contemplate the waterfront views at Tsongmo Lake.
For more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Gangtok attractions website.
Kathmandu, Nepal to Gangtok is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive; or do a combination of car, train, and taxi. Traveling from Kathmandu to Gangtok, you'll gain 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) so you can go by car to Darjeeling.
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For more things to do, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Gangtok attractions website.
Kathmandu, Nepal to Gangtok is an approximately 5.5-hour combination of flight and car. You can also drive; or do a combination of car, train, and taxi. Traveling from Kathmandu to Gangtok, you'll gain 0.2 hours due to the time zone difference. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) so you can go by car to Darjeeling.
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Darjeeling, India — 3 nights
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Queen of the Hills
Darjeeling is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and zoos & aquariums. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: meet the residents at Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, make a trip to Batasia Loop, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Guru Sakya Monastery, and get great views at Tiger Hill.
To find ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Darjeeling online visit planner.
Drive from Gangtok to Darjeeling in 3.5 hours. December in Darjeeling sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Ilam.
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To find ratings, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Darjeeling online visit planner.
Drive from Gangtok to Darjeeling in 3.5 hours. December in Darjeeling sees daily highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Ilam.
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Ilam, Nepal — 1 night
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On the 4th (Wed), stroll through Ilam Tea Garden and then take a memorable drive along Fikkal Bazar.
To see reviews, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Ilam road trip tool.
You can drive from Darjeeling to Ilam in 3 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Darjeeling to Ilam is 0.2 hours. In January, Ilam is slightly colder than Darjeeling - with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.
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To see reviews, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, read our Ilam road trip tool.
You can drive from Darjeeling to Ilam in 3 hours. The time zone difference when traveling from Darjeeling to Ilam is 0.2 hours. In January, Ilam is slightly colder than Darjeeling - with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight 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.
