Sikkim Holidays

8.0 Superb ( 7 Days )

Darjeeling Gangtok

19990 / Per person

Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Pelling, Gangtok, Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir

Overview

Lying amidst the slopes of the Lesser Himalayas and blanketed by emerald green plantations of tea, Darjeeling is a picturesque town in the Indian state of West Bengal. The majestic Kangchenjunga towers over this beautiful town, which is the third highest mountain in the world. Popularly known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’, Darjeeling provided stunning locations for many Bollywood movies including Barfi, Main Hoon Na and Aradhana. Developed by the British, the colonial era architecture can still be seen everywhere in Darjeeling. Tiger Hill offers a spectacular view of both Mount Everest and Mount Kangchenjunga. Lloyd’s Botanical Garden has a collection of several species of flora including oak, magnolia and bamboo. Go on an adventurous trek up to Sandakphu in Singalila Range, the highest peak in West Bengal and feast your eyes on the spellbinding panorama.

Inclusion

Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar as per meal plans mentioned.

Transportation by appropriate vehicles as per itineraries and package.

All parking charges and Road taxes, toll taxes.

Assistance by our representatives during airport/station transfers.

Exclusion

GST 5%

Guide Charges

Porter Charges

Entry Fees

Personal Expenses : such as Laundry, Telephone Calls, Alcoholic & Non Alcoholic Beverages, Food (if not included)

Additional Sightseeing or usage of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary

Any services not mentioned in the itinerary

High Season Surcharge

IMPORTANT :

In case of non availability of the rooms the booking will be shifted to similar category hotels.

Any Indian National visiting Sikkim is required to carry a Photo ID Proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving License) in order to obtain Tsomgo Lake permit for the above.

Non Indian Passport holders are not allowed to visit Baba Mandir.

Non Indian Passport holders are required to obtain inner line permit.

Please note the following points about the sightseeing tours in our itineraries along with timings at each of the destinations :

Darjeeling Morning Sightseeing Covering 03 Points for 03 Hrs0400-0700 Hrs/0430-0730 Hrs (Subject to clear weather condition)

Darjeeling Local Sightseeing Covering 07 Points for 04 Hrs0900-1300 Hrs/1330-1730 Hrs (Only in morning or Afternoon as per any of the given timings)

Gangtok Local City Tour for 04 Hrs 0900-1300 Hrs

Gangtok Tsomgo Lake Tour for 05 Hrs 0900-1400 Hrs

Please carefully note the opening and closing days of each of the sightseeing points given in the itinerary. Most of the 7 sightseeing points in Darjeeling are closed on Thursday s, Forests are also closed on Thursdays, In Gangtok, Institute of Tibetology Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms are closed on Sundays. Nathula Pass is subject to the availability of permits and is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Tour Plan

Day - 1 : Darjeeling Arrival

Our representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) – He will be assisting for the transfer - Darjeeling - Nearly 105 kilometers 3 ½ - 4 hours drive – At an height of 2123 meters / 70001 feet lies the land of breathtaking beauty, sloping tea gardens with spectacular views of the Mount Everest is the Queen of the hills – It is also home to the famous World Heritage train – The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) - Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around Mall or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Darjeeling

Day - 2 : Darjeeling Local Sight Seeing (Half Day)

Early morning at around 3:45 AM drive to 8000 feet / 2440 meters through primitive forests of oak, magnolia to Tiger Hill to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather) – On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial &Batasia Loop – On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial &Batasia Loop – Back to hotel for breakfast - After breakfast rest for half an hour After breakfast next round of sight seeing - Half Day city tour includes Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway, Tensing Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tea Estate, Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed), Peace Pagoda – Back to hotel – Evening free to stroll around the area - Overnight stay at Darjeeling

Day - 3 : Transfer to Kalimpong& Sightseeing

Early morning Breakfast - After breakfast drive 65 kilometers 1 ½ - 2 hours transfer to the Kalimpong - Kalimpong situated on the foothills of the Himalayas is a green destination at an altitude of 1243 meters / 4078 feet - It is a historical destinations with bustling market, colorful people and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan range – Check into hotel – Drive for sight seeing tour through scenic road to Forest Museum (Closed On Thursday), Deolo Hill, Hanuman Mandir, Dr Graham Homes, Durbin Monastery, Mangaldham, Pine View Nurseries (Cactus Only) - Back to Kalimpong Hotel– Evening free to roam around the any of the hundred nurseries or the Local market area - Overnight stay at Kalimpong

Day - 4 : Transfer to Pelling and Sight seeing at Pelling (Half Day)

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Pelling - 90 kilometers – 2 ½ - 3 hours drive - Pelling is at an altitude of 6800 feet / 2072 meters – On a clear day guest can get a clear view of Himalayan range with snow capped mount Pandim, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Khangchendzonga, Zopuno, Shimbho, Narsing, Sinolchuetc - Places of visit are Rimbi water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Kechopalri Lake, it is one of the holy Buddhist lake and it is believed that any wish in front of the lake comes true - Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and thus the water surface is always free of leaves, Kechopalri Monastery, Kanchenjunga water Falls – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around the helipad or Shopping center - Over Night stay at Pelling

Day - 5 : Transfer to Gangtok and Sight Seeing at Gangtok (half Day)

After breakfast at hotel – 135 kilometers 3 ½ - 4 Hours drive to Gangtok- Capital of the 22nd State of India, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful hill station with varied options for tourist - It is known for the monastery, Orchids, High altitude Lake and butterflies – Check into Hotel – Drive for visit to Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do DrulChorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, etc - Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms, Research Institute of Tibetology, Chorten (Stupa), Flower Show, Back to Hotel Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Gangtok

Day - 6 : Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Full Day)

Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometers - The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep - Generally covered in snow for most of the year the year – This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all - Nathu La Pass to Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometers and is optional tour - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Gangtok (Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided)

Day - 7 : Departure

Gangtok to Siliguri – Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - Morning breakfast - After breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - Nearly 135 kilometers 4 ½ - 5 hours drive – Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey