MESMERIZING DARJEELING & GANGTOK

Darjeeling tour is one of the most popular options for a holiday in this part of the country. The ‘Queen of hills’ is also the gateway to the nearby pristine Himalayan destinations like Sikkim, Kalimpong, Bhutan and Meghalaya in North East India. The other two destinations being Kalimpong and Gangtok, the entire tour will keep you attached with the meticulous natural beauty of the North-Eastern corridor of the country. In Kalimpong, be prepared to get struck by the enchanting beauty of the hill station. And while in Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim, you will get to know, how amazing the Mother Nature can be and the many different ways, you can fall in love with its pristine beauty!

 

 

Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
Day 04
Day 05
DAY: 01 ARRIVAL AND TRANSFER TO DARJEELING

Arrive at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport. Upon arrival meet & greet by globes travel representative who assists you while you take a transfer to Darjeeling.

On reaching, check-in to the hotel. Step out to explore the Mall or shopping area of Darjeeling in the evening. Later, come back to the hotel for overnight stay.

DAY: 02 DARJEELING LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Wake up early this morning and start your family tour by driving towards the famous Tiger Hill to experience a sunrise like never before. As you pass through, thick forests of oak and magnolia, get ready to enjoy a sunrise over Kangchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Tiger Hill is famous to offer a panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga together. After enjoying this breathtaking sunrise, head back to Darjeeling. En-route, visit Ghoom Monastery, War memorial and Batasia Loop.

On reaching the hotel, have your breakfast and go for your next round of sightseeing. Start with a visit to Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, which is well-known for its exotic flora and fauna. Visit Peace Pagoda, another major tourist attraction of Darjeeling.

With that spirit of mountaineering, you really can’t miss visiting the famous Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday). Enjoy the beautiful views of the tea plantations and snow-capped peaks with a Cable Ride that takes you to the beautiful Rangit Valley from Darjeeling. Explore the true beauty of Darjeeling, which lies in its Tea Estates and pick the best tea for yourself. Also, visit attractions like Tensing Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday) and Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed).

Head back to the hotel and enjoy a stroll around the mall in the evening. Stay overnight at the hotel.

DAY: 03 TRANSFER DARJEELING TO GANGTOK & HALF DAY SIGHTSEEING

Morning breakfast at the hotel, then take a transfer from Darjeeling to Gangtok. On reaching, check-in to the hotel and go for sightseeing at major tourist attractions of Gangtok. Do Drul Chorten Stupa is one of the most important Stupas in Sikkim. The stupa features intricate architecture which leaves every visitor mesmerized.

Set on a scenic hill above Gangtok, Enchey Monastery is one of the major attractions of Gangtok. It is believed that the monastery belongs to the Nyingma order of Vajrayana Buddhism. Do visit other attractions like Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, White Hall and Flower Show. Later, return back to the hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

DAY: 04 EXCURSIONS TO TSOMGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR

Morning breakfast at the hotel, later enjoy a sightseeing daytrip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.A tranquil and scenic lake, Tsomgo Lake is one of the most popular attractions of Gangtok. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the lake. The place is a paradise for bird watchers as get to spot a number of Brahmini ducks and migratory birds near the lake. Located at a distance of around 16 km from Tsomgo Lake is Baba Mandir. A popular pilgrim center, Baba Mandir is believed to possess wish fulfilling powers. You have an option of visiting Nathula Pass, which is located 20 km from the shrine. Later, head back to Gangtok. In the evening, go for a stroll around the Mall road or any of the local shopping centers. Stay overnight at the hotel.

(In case of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided).

 

DAY: 05 DEPARTURES - GANGTOK TO SILIGURI

Morning breakfast from the hotel. Check out from hotel and then leave for Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport for return journey.

 

Inclusions:

» 4 Nights accommodation on twin sharing basis as per the itinerary

» Daily breakfast
» Surface travel by air-conditioned car
» All transfers, sightseeing, excursions as per the itinerary
» Local English speaking guides
» All taxes, driver allowances and parking etc.

Exclusions:

» Entrance fee to monuments.
» Any airfare.
» Tips, beverages, laundry etc.
» Any item not shown in cost Includes.

 

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