Darjeeling and Gangtok Tour package
Darjeeling and Gangtok Tour start Njp and /Bagdogra. Gangtok is the capital of the mountainous northern Indian state of Sikkim. Established as a Buddhist pilgrimage. Gangtok has an amazing view of mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain peak in the world. Also like everything around it, Gangtok is abundant in natural beauty and has various natural attractions such as the Tsomgo Lake, Ban Jhakri falls, Tashi viewpoint and more. Best Time to Visit Gangtok
Gangtok weather is pleasant from about the middle of September to around the middle of November, allowing tourists to relax and enjoy their Gangtok sightseeing. You can also explore Gangtok in the summer months, from March to June when the Gangtok temperature is mild.
Darjeeling is a town in India’s West Bengal state, in the Himalayan foothillsDarjeeling Himalayan Railway, or “Toy Train,” completed in 1881.While summer months from April to June are the best time to visit Darjeeling, some travellers also prefer to visit the beautiful town to enjoy the icy-cool winter months from October to December. October is when the monsoon ends and slight chill sets in
Darjeeling and Gangtok Tour package
ITINERARY
Day – 01 – 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 – 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 (UNESCO) – The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) and the famous Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park – Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around Mall or local Shopping center – Over Night stay at Darjeeling
Day – 02 – 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 – 03 – Excursion to Mirik (Full Day) –
Morning Breakfast – After breakfast drive to Mirik nearly 60 kilometers / 1 ½ – 2 hours drive – The drive is through scenic roads with occasional stoppage for photography – Mirik is centered round Sumendu Lake and is known for its landscaped gardens, tea gardens, orange orchards, cardamom groves and spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges – Full day excursion of Mirik Lake (Horse riding & Boating facilities is available around the lake – This high altitude lake is worth visiting due to its serene and peaceful setting – Its outskirt has many a beautiful view points – The road to Darjeeling is also classic – One can also visit Pashupati Market in Nepal on the way back to Darjeeling – Back to Darjeeling – Evening free to roam around the Hotel / Resort or Mall or the Local market area – Overnight stay at Darjeeling
Day – 04 – Transfer to Kalimpong & Sight Seeing in Kalimpong –
Morning breakfast in hotel – Drive to Kalimpong 65 kilometer, 1 ½ – 2 hours drive – Kalimpong – Kalimpong is a historical destination situated on the old silk route – It is situated on the foothills of the Himalayas at an elevation of 1243 meters / 4078 feet with lots of greenery – 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 – 05 – Transfer to Pelling –
Transfer to Pelling via Jorethang – A drive of 105 kilometers 3 – 3 ½ hours through scenic road – Check in to the hotel – Pelling is situated at an altitude of 2072 meters / 6800 feet – On a clear day guest can get a clear view of Himalayan range with snow capped mount Pandim, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Khangchendzonga, Zopuno, Shimbho, Narsing, Sinolchu etc – It is one of the exotic settlement with varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids, historical sites, short trek routes and wildlife – Its botanical and zoological richness is inspiring and the scenic view from the top of the ridge across deep valley to the heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be seen to be believed – Yuksom, Ravangla, Rinchenpong and Namchi are some of the tourist spot nearby – Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around the small settlement – Over Night stay at Pelling
Day – 06 – Pelling Local sightseeing (Full Day) –
After breakfast at hotel – Drive for Full Day Sight Seeing. The routes are forested and the botanical and zoological richness is inspiring. 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, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse ruins, the scenic view from the top of the ruin to the mystic heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be cherished – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around the helipad or Shopping center – Over Night stay at Pelling
Day – 07 – Transfer to Gangtok –
After breakfast at hotel at Pelling – transfer to the Gangtok a drive nearly 135 kilometers, 3 ½ – 4 hours drive to Gangtok – Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim the 22nd state of India – The diversity is from tranquility to adventure, land of monastery, mystic rituals & festivals at an height of 1670 meters / 5480 feet and is the most visited spot of India – It is one of the most beautiful town with varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids and butterflies – Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center – Over Night stay at Gangtok
Day – 08 – Gangtok Local Sight Seeing (Full Day) –
Morning breakfast – After breakfast drive for the city tour of Gangtok – Sight seeing will be for half day hence the drive will be easy and comfortable – It is not possible to cover all the spot in single day hence we make the program with points covering minimum distance traveled – Visit to Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Tashi View Point, Banjhakri Falls, one of the finest falls close to Gangtok, etc – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center – There are few discotheques in Gangtok to spend time – Over Night stay at Gangtok
Day – 09 – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (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 (Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided)
Day – 10 – 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
Tour End With Sweet Memories :
Including
- Stay at comfortable hotels selected for you keeping in mind the location
- Enjoy Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- Night Stay in hotel
- All Sightseeing by car
- All Sightseeing by Innova / Xylo
- Pick & Drop from Bagdogra Airport
- Fuel Charges, Driver Allowance, Toll Tax Parking
All Taxes
Exclusions
– Any monument entry fees / camera fees.
– Any meal, which is not mentioned above.
– Any guide charges.
– Any air / train fare.
-Any heater charges.