Durga Puja is one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India, and Sikkim, a small and picturesque state nestled in the Himalayas, also joins in the grand festivities. Sikkim’s Durga Puja holds a unique charm as it combines traditional rituals with the breathtaking natural beauty of the region.
During Durga Puja in Sikkim, the entire state comes alive with vibrant colors, joyous music, and a festive atmosphere. Elaborate pandals (temporary structures) are set up in various towns and villages, each depicting different mythological themes associated with the goddess Durga and her triumph over evil. Skilled artisans and craftsmen spend months preparing these intricately designed pandals, using a wide array of materials and decorative elements.
Overview
GANGTOK
- DAY 1
- MORNING – Arrival at NJP Rly. Stn. / IXB Airport and Transfer to Gangtok.
- NOON – Check-in to your Hotel & Rest of the day free at Leisure.
- EVENING – Night halt at Gangtok.
NJP RLY. STN. / IXB AIRPORT – GANGTOK (ABOUT 125 KMS / 04 HRS. DRIVE)
- DAY 2
- MORNING – Breakfast and Visit Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tak, Hanuman Tak, Bonjhakri falls.
- MORNING TO NOON – Visit Dro-Dul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology, Flower show and Handicraft Centre.
- NOON – Enjoy Shopping by own
- EVENING – Night halt at Gangtok.
- DAY 3
- MORNING – Breakfast
- MORNING TO NOON – Trip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir-New
- NOON – Afternoon back to the hotel.
- EVENING – Night halt at Gangtok.
DARJEELING
- DAY 4
- MORNING – Breakfast
- MORNING TO NOON – Drive to Darjeeling. Check-in to your hotel.
- NOON – Free at leisure.
- EVENING – Night halt at Darjeeling.
GANGTOK- DARJEELING (ABOUT 115KMS/ 04 HRS. DRIVE)
- DAY 5
- MORNING – Breakfast
- NOON – Darjeeling (Local City tour)
- EVENING – Free Time for Shopping. Night halt at Darjeeling.
- DAY 6
- MORNING – Breakfast and Check out from the hotel and transfer to NJP railway station / IXB airport for your onward journey.