Price
Duration
4Nights
Tour Type
Hiking,leisure,Adventurous
Review
Overview
Some of the most picturesque locales, cultural attractions, historic wonders and worldly famous sites await your presence on this Gangtok and Darjeeling holiday package.The hinterlands are unquestionably outstanding both in terms of architectural brilliance and natural beauty.
This tour offers 2 nights in the capital city Gangtok where you will cover all the sightseeing expeditions that makes this quaint town so popular among tourists as well as explore 2 night in Darjeeling which is globally famous for its tea gardens. Both these destinations are home to the country’s rich past and a very flourishing present.
Feel the good-life spirit for our travel agents will chalk out a tailor-made itinerary that will suit best for your requirements. So explore all these divine locations hassle-free because our packages focus on affordable luxury and we make sure that you enjoy each day thoroughly.
Tour Itinerary :
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DAY 1: NJP / IXB/Siliguri to GangtokAfter being received at IXB/NJP/Siliguri, proceed to Gangtok (5,410 ft) which is 120 km away and takes 4.5 hours approximately.After reaching Gangtok, check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay.
- DAY 2: Tsomgo Lake and New Baba Mandir
After early breakfast,(7:30am) start for a full day excursion to Tsomgo lake (12,400ft) and New Baba Mandir (13,200ft).Pease note Nathula pass (Indo Chinese border) situated at 14,500 ft. is an optional sightseeing point for Indian Nationals only, which is not a part of this package. Special Permit is required for Nathula and is done on extra cost and is totally dependent in the issuance of permit by the Sikkim tourism Dept which is issued on the day of travel only. Valid documents need to be provided seven days prior for Nathula permit. Once the permit is issued the amount is non refundable It is closed for visitors on Mondays and Tuesdays. Permits may be granted in clubbing basis. Note – Alternative sightseeing provided incase of Tsomgo lake permit not issued due to natural calamity or political disorder.
- DAY 3:Gangtok half day city tour and transfer to Darjeeling.
After breakfast ,start for a half day trip of Gangtok city (08:30am to 12:30pm) covering Handicraft Centre, Flower show, Chorten Stupa, Institute of Tibetology & Bhakthang/Banjhakri Water falls. Afternoon drive to Darjeeling(6730 ft.). On arrival check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
- DAY 4 : Darjeeling city tour
Wake up early in the morning (3:30am) to witness the sunrise from Tiger Hill (2,590 meters/13 KM/45 min). On the way back, visit the famous Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop. Proceed for half day city tour around Darjeeling (09:00 am to 3:30)covering The Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda,P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed)and outer view of Tea Garden (Chitrey).
- DAY 5: Darjeeling to IXB/NJP/Siliguri
Proceed from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)/NJP (Railway Station)/Siliguri (for onward journey (70 KM drive/3 Hours approx).
Know Before You Go
- ID Proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and upon arrival. PAN Card will not be considered as a valid identity proof.
- Please note that the driver might turn off the vehicle’s ACs while driving in hilly areas to optimise engine performance.
- It is recommended that you always carry an umbrella and warm clothes to avoid unexpected rainfall and temperature drops.
- Please note that necessary permits will be required to enter restricted areas.
- Carry back all non-degradable litter such as empty bottles, tins, plastic bags, etc. These must be disposed of in municipal dustbins only.
- Ask for prior permission before taking a photograph of local people.
- Please note that Gurudongmar Lake is at an altitude of 5,425 metres and can cause altitude sickness. It is advisable that you consult with your doctor prior to the visit and take necessary precautions as well.
- Pack a few woollen clothes, even in the summer season, since Sikkim is frigid all year round.
