Overview
North East when combined with Darjeeling can be presumed to deliver an outstanding travel experience. Our Darjeeling-Gangtok Tour is specially framed for those who seek nature, adventure and history all in one tour in India. This 5N/6D tour allows you to open the treasure trove of North East and get a good look at the finest gems like Darjeeling and Gangtok placed in the lap of the lovely state of Sikkim.
At the beginning Sikkim’s one of favorite touring place Gangtok, The state capital has so much to offer thick forests, torrent rivers and peaceful lakes and monasteries, Gangtok is an ideal way to conclude the already perfect tour. Our endeavour would be to include all the attractions of Gangtok that reflect the city. We will also ensure that the neighboring locales like Tsongmo Lake and Nathu Pass are also in the itinerary as they make important parts of attractions in Gangtok.
End of your journey we will take you to the queen of hills the Darjeeling. This hill station is covered with the hills all around. There are many attractions nearby to visit which will make your journey mesmerizing. Your journey will start from the stunning sunrise at Tiger Hill. At tiger hill you will be able to see the sun rising from the hills and it will feel you awesome. After that you will be visiting more attraction like Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, PNZ Zoological Park Tibetetan Refuge Centre, Tenzing Rock and at last Tea Garden which is the really a beautiful scenic place to end the sight scene at Darjeeling.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP), meet and greet by our representative. Later get transferred to Gangtok (130 kilometers 4 ½ – 5 hours). Gangtok, a perfect destination for tourist in search of charm, tranquillity, trekking or any other adventure. The Land of monastery, mystic rituals / festivals at an elevation of 1,437 meters / 4,715 feet is the most often visited spot of India for its rare Orchids and Butterflies. On arrival check in to the Hotel and get relaxed. Evening free to stroll to M.G. Marg or Local Market. It is advisable to have food in any of the restaurant in M G Road or vicinity. Overnight stay at hotel in Gangtok.
Option 1: After early morning breakfast, proceed to excursion of Changu/Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir (Permits are made one day prior to visit. Tsomgo lake is one of the holy lake of the region and temple of Lord Shiva is built on the lakeside. Till April the area is covered with full snow. Evening get back to the hotel and time is free for leisure purpose. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Note: Nathu La Pass visit has to be arranged one day before where Voters ID card need to be submitted. Nathu La Pass once booked the amount is not refunded even if the trip get cancelled. Nathula Pass supplement charges of INR 4500 – INR 5000 /- has to be paid on the spot as it is not included in the final costing)
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Gangtok Local Sightseeing
Option 2: Morning after breakfast, start for the local visit of Gangtok. 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. Return back to hotel for the Overnight stay.
Note: It is not possible to cover all the sightseeing which is mentioned. The places will covered according to the time factor, road conditions and distance.
Morning after breakfast, drive to Darjeeling, via Chitrey, place known for White Water River Rafting (if needed opt the service at own cost, it is better to avoid rafting during rainy season). En route visit scenic beauty of hills and drive via Peshok or Takdah, close to Tinchuley. These places are mandatory for stop and photography. Darjeeling, the Queen of Hills, lies in the land of breath-taking beauty, sloping tea gardens with spectacular views of the Mount Everest. On arrival, check in to hotel and get relaxed. Evening spend the time in Mall road for shopping and to enjoy the local foods of the region. Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Early morning at 4:00 AM, drive to Tiger Hills, Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, War Memorial for the beautiful view in the morning. Get back to hotel for breakfast and proceed to next destinations like Tenzing Rock, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Lebong Race course, Ropeway, Gorkha Stadium, Gorkha handicraft, Tibetans Refugee center, Tea garden. Post lunch visit Japanese Peace Pagoda, Natural History Museum, Ava Art Gallery, Lal Kothi (all these places will be covered according the time factor & road conditions). Return back to the hotel for overnight stay.
Note: It is not possible to visit all the places but the important ones were covered for the satisfaction of guest and as per guest wish
Early morning after breakfast, drive for day excursion to Mirik. Mirik is a peaceful town between Siliguri and Darjeeling. It is known for its segregated appeal, Beautiful Tea Gardens, Samendu Lake, Orange Orchards, Cardamom Plantation and its pleasing Climate. Halt at Seemana for view for survey of Mount Kanchendzonga. Cover the beautiful locations of this place. Drive back to Darjeeling hotel, en route visit Pasupati Market and get relaxed. Evening time is for leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Morning after breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Siliguri. En route visit Kurseong (optional, if need to explore the best tea estates and processing unit at own cost). On arrival get dropped at Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP).
- Welcome by our representative
- Vehicle NON AC as mutually agreed (Not at Disposal)
- Accommodation at destination with breakfast
- All transfer by Exclusive vehicle
- Sightseeing by Exclusive Vehicle on contract basis
- Complete tour services
- Road taxes / Toll taxes
- Driver’s allowances
- Parking etc
Package Inclusions
- GST 5% Extra
- Charges outside the Itinerary
- Elephant / Jeep safaris
- Guide charges
- Entry fees / Entry Tickets
- Travel Insurance
- Packaged Drinking Water
- Personal expenses (Laundry, Telephone, Liquor, etc)
- Anything not mentioned specifically in the ‘inclusions’
- Train Ticket, Air Ticket, etc