7 Days / 6 Nights · Private tour from Australia
Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Packages from Australia
Kanchenjunga views, tea gardens, Buddhist monasteries and the toy train.
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
RouteBagdogra – Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake – Darjeeling – Bagdogra
Starts inBagdogra
Best timeMarch to May and October to December
PriceOn request – free quote
Looking for Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Packages from Australia? Our 7 days / 6 nights Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour covers Bagdogra – Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake – Darjeeling – Bagdogra and is planned end-to-end for travellers from Australia. Fly from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) – connecting via Delhi or Kolkata (around 12–14 hours to Delhi, depending on routing) – our team meets you at arrivals with a private air-conditioned vehicle. India is 4.5 hours behind Sydney (5.5 hours during Australian daylight saving). Every departure is private, so dates, hotels and pace are set around you.
About the Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour
In India's eastern Himalaya, tea gardens tumble down the hillsides and Kanchenjunga – the third-highest mountain on earth – rises above the clouds. This tour combines Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim, with the high-altitude Tsomgo Lake and the colonial hill town of Darjeeling, including a ride on the UNESCO-listed toy train.
We arrange Sikkim permits, comfortable hotels and a private vehicle with a local driver from Bagdogra airport and back.
Tour highlights
- Tsomgo (Changu) Lake at 3,700 m
- Rumtek and Enchey monasteries in Gangtok
- Sunrise over Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill
- Darjeeling Himalayan Railway toy train (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Tea estate visit and tasting
- Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery
Day-wise itinerary: Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour
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Day 1 Arrive Bagdogra – drive to Gangtok (approx. 4.5 hrs)
Meet-and-greet at Bagdogra airport and drive along the Teesta River into Sikkim. Evening on Gangtok's pedestrian MG Marg.
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Day 2 Excursion to Tsomgo Lake
Drive up to the glacial Tsomgo Lake and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (permits arranged by us). Return to Gangtok in the afternoon.
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Day 3 Gangtok sightseeing
Visit Rumtek Monastery, Enchey Monastery, the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Banjhakri Falls and the Ganesh Tok viewpoint.
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Day 4 Gangtok to Darjeeling (approx. 4 hrs)
Scenic drive through the hills to Darjeeling. Evening walk on the Mall and Chowrasta.
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Day 5 Tiger Hill sunrise and Darjeeling sightseeing
Early-morning drive to Tiger Hill for sunrise over Kanchenjunga. Then Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and a tea estate with tasting.
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Day 6 Toy train ride and leisure
Ride the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway toy train, then spend the afternoon at the Peace Pagoda, the zoo or the town's colonial cafés.
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Day 7 Darjeeling to Bagdogra – departure
Drive down to Bagdogra airport (approx. 3 hrs) for your onward flight.
Want to add a day, change hotels or travel with a bigger group? This itinerary is fully customisable.
What's included in your Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Holidays from Australia
Included
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- All transfers and sightseeing in a private air-conditioned vehicle sized to your group (sedan, SUV, Tempo Traveller or coach)
- Experienced English-speaking driver, fuel, tolls, parking and driver allowances
- Hotel accommodation on twin-sharing basis with daily breakfast (3★, 4★ or 5★ options)
- 24×7 on-trip support from our Delhi office
- Sikkim and Tsomgo Lake permits
- Toy train joyride tickets (subject to availability)
Not included
- International flights and Indian visa fees
- Monument entry tickets and camera fees unless mentioned
- Lunch and dinner unless mentioned
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Tips, personal expenses and anything not listed under inclusions
- Domestic flights to and from Bagdogra
Foreign nationals need a Restricted Area Permit to enter Sikkim; we arrange it with a copy of your passport and visa.
Nathu La Pass is not open to foreign nationals.
Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Booking from Australia: how it works
Booking your Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour from Australia takes four simple steps – no upfront payment until you are happy with the plan.
- 1Share your planTell us your dates, number of travellers and hotel preference using the form or WhatsApp.
- 2Get your itinerary & quoteWe reply within 4 hours with a day-wise plan and a clear price.
- 3Confirm your bookingApprove the plan and pay a small advance to lock in hotels and vehicles.
- 4Land & relaxOur driver meets you at Bagdogra arrivals – 24×7 support for the whole trip.
Planning Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Holidays from Australia
Australian travellers usually plan the Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour as a 7 days / 6 nights holiday, and the best time to go is March to May and October to December. From Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide it is around 12–14 hours to Delhi, depending on routing, so many guests add a rest day on arrival or combine this tour with another region of India.
All transfers and sightseeing run on Sehgal Transport's own vehicles with professional drivers, and hotels can be chosen in 3★, 4★ or 5★ categories. Families, couples, seniors and large groups from Australia are all welcome.
Travel in our own premium fleet
Every transfer and sightseeing day runs on Sehgal Transport's own vehicles – sized to your group, from sedans and SUVs to Tempo Travellers and Volvo coaches.
Explore our fleet
Why travellers from Australia book with Sehgal Transport
- 30+ years of experience in group travel across India
- Largest own fleet of buses in Delhi NCR – Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Tempo Travellers & luxury cars
- More than 3.5 lakh satisfied guests
- 24×7 backend operations and on-trip support
- All emails & enquiries answered within 4 hours
- Professional, experienced drivers and well-maintained vehicles
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book the Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour from Australia?
Send us an enquiry using the form on this page, or WhatsApp us on +919811582222, call +91-85-1200-1200, email info@sehgaltransport.com. We reply within 4 hours with a day-wise itinerary and a quote. Your Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Booking from Australia is confirmed once you approve the plan and pay the booking advance.
Which airport should I fly into from Australia?
The tour starts in Bagdogra, so book your flight to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) – connecting via Delhi or Kolkata. From Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide it is around 12–14 hours to Delhi, depending on routing. Our driver will be waiting at arrivals with a name board.
Do I need a visa to travel to India from Australia?
Most visitors need a valid Indian visa or e-Visa. Eligibility and rules change from time to time, so please check the official Government of India portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) before booking flights. We can share an invitation/itinerary letter if you need one.
How much do Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Packages from Australia cost?
The final price depends on your travel dates, hotel category (3★, 4★ or 5★), vehicle and group size. Share your plan and we will send a clear quote – with an approximate equivalent in Australian Dollars (AUD) if you like.
Can I customise the Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour itinerary?
Yes. Every tour is private, so you can add or remove days, change hotels, add experiences or combine it with another region. Our team will rework the itinerary and quote for you.
What is the best time for Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour Holidays from Australia?
The best time for the Darjeeling & Sikkim Tour is March to May and October to December.
Is this tour suitable for families and groups from Australia?
Absolutely. Sehgal Transport runs its own fleet – sedans, SUVs, Tempo Travellers, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo coaches – so we can move anything from a couple to a large group or wedding party in comfort.
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