Darjeeling: Among the most renowned hill stations in India, Darjeeling( (7100 Ft)) has a most colourful history dating back to the 19th century when the British set up a military hold and Sanatorium. Known the world over for its production of the finest Black Tea, Darjeeling has seen its ups and downs due to political unrest but however with the dawn of the 21st century, tourism has picked up with renewed enthusiasm. With the old world charm of its mall and picturesque tea estates dotting the hill sides , a visit here is a must for those travelling this part of the country.
Gangtok: Sikkim is a very beautiful place in North Eastern Region . Sikkim, formerly a sovereign kingdom became the 22nd state of India in 1975. Sikkim, the land of Tranquility, Peace and Hidden Paradise. The capital of Sikkim, Gangtok, is situated in the east district and it is the hub of all administrative activity in Sikkim. Among others, the world famous Rumtek Monastery, Dharma Chakra Centre and the seat of his holiness, the Gyalwa Karmapa is also located here. Sikkim offers a great many interesting places to visit such as the alpine Tsomgu Lake and the Nathula Pass. Ropeway cable car in the capital is another attraction for the visitor.
| Days | - | Itenary |
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| Day : 1 | - | Arrival and Transfer to Darjeeling
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 to Darjeeling – Darjeeling (7100 Ft), the "Queen of the hill stations", its name derived from "Dorje-Line" which means the place of "Dorje", the mystic thunderbolt. Covering a distance of 88 kms over a drive of 3.5 hrs along winding roads ,it is an experience of unforgettable beauty. Check-in at Hotel. Spend the evening lazing around or walk down to the mall to do some window-shopping. Overnight stay. |
| Day : 2 | - |
Darjeeling Local Sightseeing
Before 4 am proceed towards the best place , and that is the tiger hill which gives u a glimpse of the beautiful sunrise which heads up behind the mountains which reflects its rays to the splending mt kanchendzonga , on the way visit batasia loop and ghoom monastery ,back to the hotel at 7 am .after freshen up and having breakfast , visit to the Himalayan mountaineering institute , zoological park tensing rock garden , Japanese temple , chowarasta , ghum railway station , enjoy the toy train ride from Darjeeling to hum which is 8 kms ride . and at the last point enjoy a ropeway . overnight stay in at Darjeeling. |
| Day : 3 | - | Darjeeling to Gangtok (Local Sightseeing) After breakfast transfer to gangtok 5600ft , captail of sikkim , a beautiful hill town via teesta river valley reach gangtok , chek in at the hotel and enjoy evening individual activities . after lunch , enjoy gangtok local sight seeing which includes banjhakri waterfalls , rock gardens , chorten stupa , enchey monastery , tashi view point , ganesh tok , hanuman tok , zoological park , ropeway ride , rumtek monastery. And later back to the hotel , overnight stay. |
| Day : 4 | - | Gangtok To Lachung Morning at around 10 am transfer towards lachung which is a 6 hrs journery , en route visit seven sister waterfalls , singhik view point which gives u a fantastic views of the mountain range looking towards the dense jungle .of the north district ., on the way lunch , tea break at chungthang and proceed to lachung valley . and overnight stay. |
| Day : 5 | - | Lachung–Yumthang-Gangtok Morning after breakfast , excursion trip to yumthang valley which is 24 kms from lachung at a ft of 11800. it is also known as a " valley of flowers "with a marvelous blend of flora and fauna and a hot spring to take a dip . after lunch from the hotel transfer back to gangtok . |
| Day : 6 | - | Excursion to Tsomgo Lake , Baba Mandir & Nathula Boarder(Full Day) Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometers and 2 hours drive along the Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, the home to the red panda and the blood pheasant with Rhododendron and other alpine trees along the road - Situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310 feet - 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 |
Day : 7 | - | Departure: Gangtok To NJP/ Bagdogra : After breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - Nearly 135 kilometers 4½ - 5 hours drive – Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey. |
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