When one thinks of the North Eastern part of India, images of hills, tea gardens, classic toy trains meandering through dense forests, beautiful monasteries resounding Buddhist chants and the fluttering of Tibetan Flags is what comes to mind. And not to forget the crowning glory of India – a view of the magnificent f Mountain Kanchenjunga.The north east seems like agateway to heaven, where everything one can see with the naked eye is just so beautiful! There is a surreal aura to Darjeeling and Gangtok welcoming millions of people from different corners of the world, simply to explore its nature and purity. This holiday allows you to explore these beautiful wonders of India Not only does this tour let you behold the magical places of Darjeeling and Gangtok, but it also takes you to Kalimpong, an archetypal hill station of West Bengal. This tourwill display thebest of the North East in just seven days and that too at economical prices. So, if you wish to let loosethe traveler in you or expect to indulge yourself in an unforgettable experience then look no further and book right away.
Itinerary
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- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
NJP Rly Station / Bagdogra Airport – Darjeeling (75 kms / 3 hrs)
Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport & transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Darjeeling – Kalimpong (57 kms / 2 ½ hrs) Sightseeing
After Breakfast transfer to Kalimpong (3,950 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong Visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hills & Pine View Nursery. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.
Kalimpong – Gangtok (75 kms / 3 hrs)
After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok. (In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)
Optional : One can opt to visit Nathula Pass (Indo-China border) at additional cost & pre booking (subject to weather conditions)
Gangtok Local Sightseeing
Start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 6 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Gangtok – NJP Ralway Station / Bagdogra Airport (120 kms / 5 hrs)
After breakfast Check-out from hotel in time and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.