07 Nights / 08 Days
2N Darjeeling – 2N Gangtok – 2N Lachung – 1N Gangtok
PACKAGE HIGHLIGHTS
In Gangtok, visit Tsomgo lake & Baba Mandir Excursion
In Lachung, Singhik View point,
Chumthang Valley, Twin Falls and Vima Falls
Excursion of Yumthang Valley – snowcapped peaks
In Darjeeling, visit to Tiger Hill early morning to view Everest and snow-capped Himalayan range.
Sightseeing in Darjeeling – Ghoom Monastery, Japanese Temple , Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Sightseeing tours by private air-conditioned vehicle
Start and End in Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri
ITINERARY
Day 01 – Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri – Darjeeling
Welcome on arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and transfer to Darjeeling (95kms/3hrs). Once the summer capital of India, Darjeeling is a land of infinite variety and charm. It will cater you a mix-experience of lively nature & charming Himalayan people. It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama-Religion. Surrounded by Tea gardens; this little town faces some of the highest peaks of the Himalayas. Take a rest and then a walk around town to appreciate the new culture you are in.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 02 – Darjeeling Local Sightseeing (9 am to 5 pm)
After breakfast at hotel set out to visit Ghoom Monastery; Batashia Loop War Memorial; Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (Closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tea Estate & Japanese Peace Pagoda. By walk visit the mall road and local market (Closed on Thursday) in the evening.
Note: – Tiger Hill Visit is subject to availability of permit on the previous evening. As per new regulations a limited number of vehicles are issued the permit. Since we cannot confirm the same in advance – this visit can be done on direct payment.
Day 03 – Dargeeling – Gangtok (105 kms / approx. 4 hours)
Morning transfer to Gangtok. At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim. It is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. Evening free for individual activity and leisure,
Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 – Excursion Trip to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
AM start for a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft), 32kms from Gangtok City. The lake is almost about 1Km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people; further 12Kms visit the Baba Mandir dedicated to the memory of soldier Harbhajan Singh. Evening free at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity.
Day 05 – Gangtok – Lachung (117kms / approx. 6.5 hours)
AM Pickup from your hotel at Gangtok and Transfer to Lachung, en-route sightseeing at Singhik View point, Chumthang Valley, Twin Falls and Vima Falls .Evening free to explore the beautiful Himalayan village on your own.
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 06 – Day Trip to Yumthang Valley
Early morning after breakfast start for half day excursion trip to Yumthang Valley, en-route visit Hot Spring and Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary. Some photographs of the natural scenes of Switzerland and Yumthang valley are very hard to distinguish. Yumthang, which is at an altitude of 12,000 ft., is situated about 135 km from Gangtok. April and May promises colorful flowers & Orchids, where as November end to March usually sees snows Transfer back to Lachung for Lunch followed by visit to Lachung Monastery. Evening at leisure,
Overnight at Hotel.
Day 07 – Lachung – Gangtok (117 kms / approx. 5 hours)
Morning after breakfast transfer to Gangtok (117kms/5hrs).
Overnight at hotel.
Day 08 – Gangtok – Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri
Morning Transfer to Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station
End of Services
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS
7 night accommodation in well-appointed hotels or equivalent.
Meal plan as on either Bed & Breakfast / or with Lunch or Dinner basis.
Transportation as per number of passengers.
AC will not be operational when travelling in the hills.
Vehicle is not on disposal but as per itinerary.
Vehicle will be changed depending on local vehicle regulations and road / weather condition.
Day Trip to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir.
02 Nights trip to Lachung & Yumthang Valley Ex Gangtok along with all meals.
One Full day sightseeing at Darjeeling covering 03 & Best Points.
All Parking Charges.
PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
Guide Charges
Air tickets
Porter Charges
Entry Fees
Nathula pass/Yumesamdong/Mirik Excursion & Toy train ride in Darjeeling at additional Cost & on availability.
Personal Expenses: such as Laundry, Telephone Calls, Alcoholic & Non Alcoholic Beverages, Food (if not included)
Additional Sightseeing or usage of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary
Any services not mentioned in the itinerary
High Season Surcharge
NOTES
Check Inn & Check out time as per Hotel Policy
All tourist places are open and state body reserves right to close any places if found necessary.
Please carefully note the opening and closing days of each of the sightseeing points given in the itinerary.
Most of the 7 sightseeing points in Darjeeling are closed on Thursdays, Forests are also closed on Thursdays, In Gangtok, Institute of Tibetology Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms are closed on Sundays.
Nathula Pass is closed on Mondays and Tuesday and is subject to the availability of permits from the army.
Guest need to carry valid ID proof to obtain special permits required for sightseeing
Hotels are very strict with the child policy. Please carry the age proof so that it can be produced when asked for
Toy train tickets & Cable car tickets are subject to availability & days of operations