Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
Place to Visit
Bagdogra – Gangtok (2N) – Darjeeling (2N)– Bagdogra
Tour Description
Discover the twin jewels of the Eastern Himalayas with our 4N/5D Darjeeling & Gangtok tour. Start in Gangtok with visits to Tsomgo Lake, Baba Mandir, MG Marg, and iconic monasteries set against Mt. Kanchenjunga. Then head to Darjeeling for a magical sunrise at Tiger Hill, a joyride on the Himalayan Toy Train, and stops at Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, tea gardens, and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. Enjoy misty mountains, monasteries, local culture, and breathtaking views on this perfect hill station getaway. Includes hotels, private cab, and sightseeing. Ideal for couples, families & groups.
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Day 01 : Arrive Bagdogra Airport – Gangtok (125Kms, 5 Hrs drive)
Scheduled arrive Bagdogra Airport, meet our representative who will welcome and transfer to the Gangtok, (125 kilometers 5 – 2 ½ Hours) , capital of the 22nd State of India, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful hill station with varied options for tourist - It is known for the monastery, Orchids, High altitude Lake and butterflies – Gangtok suits all tourist due to its options i.e. tranquility to adventure, land of monastery, mystic rituals & festivals - Situated at an height of 1670 meters / 5480 feet and is the most visited spot of India - The road is along the River Teesta and is picturesque.
Upon arrival check into hotel. Rest of time relaxes in the hotel or local market. Overnight stay in Hotel.
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Day 02 : Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Full Day)
Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir ( New ) nearly 40 kilometers - 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)
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Day 03 : Gangtok - Darjeeling (105 Kms, 5 Hrs drive)
Post breakfast at hotel check out and enjoy half day sightseeing including the 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 .
Later 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 – The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR). Upon arrival check into hotel. Evening free to roam around Mall or local Shopping center -
Over Night stay at Darjeeling.
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Day 04 : 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 sightseeing - 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
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Day 05 : Darjeeling – Bagdogra Departure (90 Kms, 4 Hrs drive)
Post morning breakfast spend in the hotel until transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) for onward journey.
Tour ends with happy memories.
What's Included
- 02 Nights hotel stay in Darjeeling in Twin / Triple/ Family Room
- 02 Nights hotel stay in Gangtok in Twin / triple/ Family Room
- Daily breakfast & Dinner during stay in the hotel
- Airport transfers with staff assistance
- Exclusive Non a/c Vehicle for transfers & sightseeing ( Vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis)
- All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary)
- All currently applicable taxes
What's Excluded
- Flight/ Train fare
- Lunch during the tour
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
- Toy Train ride
- Nathula Pass
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, should be is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Room Heater Charges
- Insurance.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
special notes
- Price is available on request only
- Hotel check in / Checkout 1200 Noon
- The offered package prices are net & non Commissionable to you
- The above rates are valid for requested period only.
- Nathula Pass Excursion @INR 5500 Per Vehicle ( subject to permit)
- The above is only an offer and not confirmation of your bookings, which are subject to availability once the booking is confirmed by you.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc. (To be borne by the client, this is directly payable on the spot).
- Permit require for Tsomgo Lake. It is mandatory that guest should carry 02 copies of passport size photograph, original photo ID proof with photo copy (identity card – Voter ID card / Pass-port / Driving License /) for processing the permit. PAN Card / Aadhar Card are not acceptable for issuance of the Permit.
- Permit also require for traveling to North Sikkim (Lachung & Lachen). Requires 02 more copies of passport size photographs along with original photo ID proof.
- As Innova is low chassis car and not ideal to travel North Sikkim and Tsomgo Lake – Baba Mandir. Alternative in Luxury vehicle like Scorpio / Xylo will be provided.
