Explore darjeeling and sikkim
7N/8DGangtok (2N) - Pelling (2N) - Kalimpong (1N) - Darjeeling (2N)
North Sikkim offers natural beauty at its best. Lachen and Lachung are the two main tourist towns; Lachen acts as a base for a trip to Gurudongmar and Lachung is the base for visiting the Yumthang valley area.
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ARRIVAL NJP STATION / BAGDOGRA AIRPORT – GANGTOK (130 Kms / 04 Hrs)On arrival at the NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport, (500Ft / 150Mts) you will be met by our Office Executive who will assist you in boarding your vehicle to Gangtok (5500 Ft /1677 Mts). Check in. Overnight at the Hotel.
GANGTOK – TSHANGU LAKE (43 km / 03 hours)After a hearty breakfast in the morning, start your day with an excursion to Baba Mandir & Tshangu Lake - situated at a height of 12400Ft / 3780 Mts, with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Tshangu Lake is revered as a holy lake by the locals of Sikkim. What’s interesting is that the surface of this lovely lake reflects different colours with the change of seasons. Visited by hundreds of people each day, Baba Mandir is a beautiful holy shrine. Get back to Gangtok. Overnight at the Hotel. (In case of a Landslide or any reason due to which Tshangu Lake is closed, we will provide an alternate sightseeing).
GANGTOK- PELLING (116 Km / 04 hours)In the morning, go for a half day sightseeing tour covering Jhakri Water Falls – where you can get absorbed by the sound of water and Do-Drul Chorten - a significant holy stupa of Gangtok. Also visit the Research Institute of Tibetology - a museum beautifully laid out with Buddhist history, the Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom - a heritage gem (Closed on Sunday). Also enjoy a lovely Flower Show. In the afternoon, transfer to Pelling (5500 Ft / 1675 Mts). Overnight at the Hotel.
PELLING – YUKSOM EXCURSIONAfter breakfast, we drive to Yuksom (5840 Ft / 1780 Mts, 35 Kms / 02 Hrs). On the way, indulge in a panoramic sightseeing of Darap Village, Rimbi Waterfalls & Hydro Project. Also see the Khecheopalri Lake (6000 Ft / 1829 Mts), it is one of the most sacred Buddhist mountain lakes and it is believed that whatever is wished in front of the lake comes true. A Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird. Also see Kanchanjunga Waterfalls. A further drive takes you to Yuksom (the meeting place of three monks) - the first capital of Sikkim. This was the place where the first Chogyal (a ruling dynasty in Sikkim) was crowned. In the evening, get back to Pelling. Overnight at the Hotel.
PELLING – KALIMPONG (115 Kms / 04 hrs approx.)After breakfast, transfer to Kalimpong (4091 Ft / 1247 Mts). Check in. Overnight at the Hotel.
Kalimpong - Darjeeling: (70 Kms / 03 Hrs)Today after Breakfast, visit Deolo hills – the highest point in Kalingpong with a mesmerizing view and Dr. Graham’s Home. This school is unlike any other, and also can be called as the “children’s village in the Himalayas”. Also visit the Flower Nurseries, Jang-Dong-Palriffo Brang and Durbin Dara Hills. Transfer to Darjeeling (7380 Ft / 2250 Mts). Overnight stay at the Hotel.
DARJEELINGGet ready for an early morning tour to Tiger Hills (8364 Ft/2550 Mts at around 4 AM) to view a captivating sunrise over the Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On your way back, visit Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop. After breakfast, go for a half-day sightseeing tour of the Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. (Closed on Thursday). Also enjoy the Darjeeling Ropeway Ride (Ticket cost not included & will be approx INR 180.00 per person). Visit the Tenzing & Gombu Rock – where Tenzing Norway did his training, the Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (Closed on Sunday) & get a scenic view of the lovely Tea Estate. Overnight stay at the Hotel in Darjeeling.
DARJEELING - NJP STATION / BAGDOGRA AIRPORT (110 km / 03 hours)After breakfast, checkout from the hotel & Reach the Bagdogra Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey.
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Overview
Sikkim and West Bengal are two neighboring states located in the eastern part of India, each offering unique cultural, natural, and historical attractions. Sikkim has a lot to offer such as Scenic Beauty, Gangtok, Buddhist Culture, Adventure Activities, Hot Springs and Healing Centers. West Bengal also has a lot to offer such as its capital city Kolkata, Sundarbans, Darjeeling, Cultural Heritage, Terracotta Temples, Wildlife Sanctuaries.
Policy
InclusionsExclusions
- Gangtok :Baba Mandir | Tsomgo Lake | Tashi Viewpoint | Chorten Stupa | Rumtek Monastery | Ban Jhakri falls
- Pelling : Pelling Skywalk (Entrance on Direct Payment basis)
- Darjeeling : Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute | Batasia Loop | Tiger Hills to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak | Ghoom Monastery
