Overview
Travel to the Himalayan Kingdoms of Sikkim and Gangtok and you will be amazed by the picturesque natural beauty, panoramic views of snow-capped mountains interspersed with Buddhist monasteries, and abundant flora and fauna. The ideal opportunity to unwind from the hustle and bustle of city life! Darjeeling is a popular tourist destination in North-Eastern India where people come to experience nature’s untouched beauty. Lose yourself in Darjeeling’s scenic surroundings, which cast a magical spell with their scintillating beauty.
Itinerary
Once you arrive at Bagdogra airport or NJP railway station, you will meet your travel coordinator and then head towards Gangtok (5,800 ft), which is the capital of the state of Sikkim. The drive is about 4 hrs depending on the road conditions passing through some very scenic roads along the river Teesta. The vehicle shall drop you off at your destination/hotel in the evening. If you happen to arrive early in the day, a stroll along MG Marg in the evenings is a recommended activity.
Morning breakfast - After breakfast drive for the city tour of Gangtok - sightseeing will be for half day hence the drive will be easy and comfortable - It is not possible to cover all the spot in single day hence we make the program with points covering minimum distance traveled - Visit to Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, Garden Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Tashi View Point, Banjhakri Falls, one of the finest falls close to Gangtok, etc - Back to hotel - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center -There are few discotheques in Gangtok to spend time - Over Night stay at Gangtok
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 - 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
The day start with the breakfast check out from the hotel transfer to Darjeeling check in at hotel evening free for leisure suggested to visit Chowrasta The Mall Road and to local nearby markets overnight at Darjeeling.
At about 4:00 AM drive to Tiger Hills (optional)- Back to hotel for breakfast and next - Tenzing Rock, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Lebong Race course, Ropeway, Gorkha Stadium, Gorkha handicraft, Tibetans Refugee center, Tea garden , Japanese Peace Pagoda, Natural History Museum, Ava Art Gallery,rock garden can be added as a alternative sightseeing if Tiger hill is not done. Sightseeing places are dynamically set depending upon the road condition and time factors - it is not possible to visit all the places but the important ones are covered for the satisfaction of guests with sufficient time (example HMI & Zoological Park requires minimum 01&1/2 Hour) - Evening free to roam around the any of the hundred nurseries or the Local market area - Overnight stay at Darjeeling
After a whoelsome breakfast we start a journey for off beat spots in an around Darjeeling. The places of attarctions are, Lamahatta Eco park, Tinchuley view point and Triveni view Point. The Rafting near Triveni is one of the major attaction for visitors. If you wish to try the rough waters of Teesta you can do the same at extra cost. Come Back to Hotel. Over Night Stay at Darjeeling.
Morning Breakfast - After breakfast drive to Mirik nearly 60 kilometers / 1 and a half - 2 hours drive - The drive is through scenic roads with occasional stoppage for photography - Mirik is centered round Sumendu Lake and is known for its landscaped gardens, tea gardens, orange orchards, cardamom groves and spectacular views of the Himalayan ranges -Horse riding & Boating facilities is available around the lake - This high altitude lake is worth visiting - One can also visit Pashupati Market in Nepal. From Mirik Drive to Siliguri, on the way to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) (120 kilometers, 2 and a half - 3 hours) - Drive to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) /Siliguri - Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey.
Cancellation policy
All cancellations are to be communicated in writing.
- For cancellations done prior to the 30 days or more of the date of departure, only Rs. 1000.00 per person will be charged.
- Cancellations made between 29 days to 15 days of the tour, 25% of the tour cost will be charged as cancellation charges.
- Cancellations made between 14 days to 8 days of the tour, 50% of the tour cost will be charged as cancellation charges.
- Cancellations made between 7 days to 3 days of the tour, 25% of the tour cost will be charged as cancellation charges.
- Cancellations made within 2 days of the tour or No show scenarios, 100% cancellation charges will apply.
- For any changes in the route due to various unavoidable circumstances (i.e.; Natural Calamities, Rallies, strike etc.) the supplementary travel cost has to be paid by the customer to the driver directly.