Overview
The Hills, the jungles and the serene beauty of undulating tea gardens spread to the horizon. From the low lying agricultural fields to the High alpine Mountains of Sandakphu.
Highlights
• Visit Tiger Hill to eyewitness a beautiful sunrise
• A memorable ride Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train), a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Visit Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, White Hall & Flower Show
• Enjoy a fun cable car ride in Darjeeling and Gangtok
• Yak ride at Tsomgo Lake and Visit Baba Mandir
• Explore Rumtek Monastery, Do-drul Chorten and Research Institute of Tibetology.
• Visit to Happy Valley Tea estate, Batasia Loop. Ghoom Monastery, Peace pagoda,and Japanese Temple
Itinerary
DAY
Assistance at the airport/station on arrival and drive to Darjeeling.
DARJEELING:
Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. Often referred to as the “Queen of the Hills”, it remains just as alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages and a narrow gauge railway track. Surrounded by World Famous Tea Gardens and snow capped mountains, Darjeeling remains one of the most exotic destinations. Graeme Westlake in his book ‘An introduction to hill stations on India’ refers to Darjeeling as having “A view Scarcely Unrivalled on Earth”.
Overnight at hotel.
Early morning visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise and Himalayan Range like Kanchandzonga, Mount Everest etc. One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden. It is truly a majestic sight and Ghoom Monastery which is oldest Monastery in the area which was built in 1875 and one can see the image of Mythey Buddha 15ft. height on the way back from Tiger Hill.
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Centre(closed on Sunday), Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock and Tea Estate(from outside).
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Gangtok
GANGTOK:
At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then.The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a travellers delight.
Afternoon sightseeing in Gangtok visiting Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (closed on Sundays), Cottage Industry(closed on Sundays), Flower Show Complex and Rumtek Monastery
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel and full day excursion to Changu Lake which is 35 Kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters.
Also visit Baba Mandir
Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bagdogra/NJP in time for flight/train to onward destination.
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Inclusions
• Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar as per meal plans mentioned.
• Transportation by appropriate vehicles as per itineraries
• All parking charges and Road taxes, toll taxes.
• Assistance by our representatives during airport/station transfers.
Exclusions
• Any Airfare/Train fare
• Expenses of personal nature like medical expenses, phone calls, etc
• Entry fees at Monuments and guide services
• Government Service tax 2.575 %