Notes on Tours in Darjeeling and Sikkim Classic Reprint

This edition presents a clear, section-by-section guide to trekking and road travel through the Darjeeling district and Sikkim’s edge. It traces mountain passes, bungalow locations, mileposts, and the line of sight to iconic peaks like Everest and Kinchinjunga, while noting village stops, facilities, and local boundaries. The book blends travel narrative with practical travel logistics so readers can picture the journey and plan ahead.

Readers will encounter concrete route descriptions, from Tonglu to Sandakphu, Phalut, and Jongri, with notes on where to stay, how to move between points, and what to expect in terms of terrain, altitude, and scenery. It includes guidance on bungalow passes, provisions, and seatings, as well as glimpses of monasteries, forests, and Himalayan panoramas. The text also situates the landscape within a map of rivers, passes, and borders, helping travelers understand both the geography and its history.

• Step-by-step journey notes, including start points, mile-posts, and notable landmarks along routes from Darjeeling toward Tonglu, Sandakphu, and beyond.


• Practical details on bungalow accommodations, passes, and local services, with emphasis on timing, altitude, and weather considerations.


• Vivid descriptions of Himalayan scenery, including views of Everest, Kinchinjunga, Makalu, and surrounding ranges seen from key viewpoints.


• Context on monasteries, towns, and routes that connect Darjeeling, Sikkim, and parts of Nepal and Bhutan, useful for planning extended trips.

Ideal for readers planning a Himalayan trek or a detailed overland route through this region, as well as travelers seeking a panoramic, historically grounded view of Darjeeling and Sikkim.