Day 1 : Bagdogra Airport / Darjeeling - 6,500 Feet - ( 70 Kms - 5 Hours )
Arrive Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri ( West Bengal ). Transfer by Car to Darjeeling . Approx.
5 Hours as climbing up the hill. Check in to hotel. Overnight.
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| Darjeeling - Overview |
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Day 2 : Darjeeling
Breakfast in the hotel. Travel to Singamari for Rangit Valley Ropeway ( 4 Kms – 15 Min )
The beautiful hill station of Darjeeling is best viewed via its exclusive ropeway. From the exquisite landscapes, verdant tea estates, lush green forests, breath-taking flora and fauna to the snow-capped mountain peaks of the Everest and Kanchenjunga, one can witness the beauty of Darjeeling in all its glory! There are around 16 cable cars that can comfortably carry at least 6 people in one ride which takes place at an altitude of approximately 7,000 feet.
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Later Visit - Nightingale Park - 2 Kms ( 10 Minutes )
one of the most visited places to see in Darjeeling. The main reason why people visit this park is for its magnetic views of the majestic Kanchenjunga mountain Ranges , the 3rd Tallest Peak in the World !
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Early Afternoon visit - Famous “ Chowrasta “ – ( 1 Km – 10 Minutes )
Mall Road of Darjeeling burstling with Local Shopping , Restaurants & views of mountains.
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Return to hotel. Freshen up. Overnight in the hotel. |
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Day 3 : Darjeeling
EARLY MORNING WAKE UP CALL AT 4 am. Transfer for TIGER HILL at 5 am : 8,500 Feet appr
The most famous mountain peak in Darjeeling, Tiger Hill is best known for its panoramic views of Mt. Everest and Kanchenzonga.
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Return to hotel by 8 am. Breakfast in the hotel. Freshen up. Later Travel to Batatia Loop :
It is a mesmerizing toy train pathway that was brought into existence to reduce the elevation of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. It offers beautiful views of the valley.
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Later Visit : Rock Garden ( 5 Kms - 20 Minutes ) :
This popular picnic spot is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Darjeeling. An artificial garden whose beauty is accentuated by waterfalls, lush green hill side and flora and fauna.
Its Chunar waterfall is a natural cascade that attracts a lot of visitors. |
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Day 4 : Darjeeling
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Happy Valley Tea Estate - ( 7,000 Feet Approx ) – 3 Kms
Established in 1854, it is Darjeeling's second oldest tea estate. Spread over 440 acres, it employs more than 1500 people. In 2008, the hand-rolled tea produced by Happy Valley was chosen to be sold at Harrods in the United Kingdom, at Rs. 7,000 per kg.
Observe & learn how tea is processed here.
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| Return to Hotel or Explore Darjeeling Town on your own to enjoy sceneries of Darjeeling. Overnight. |
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Day 5 : Darjeeling / Gangtok ( Sikkim ) – 6,000 Feet ( 96 Kms ( 4 & Half Hours with Stops )
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Gangtok - Capital City of Sikkim. Arrive Freshen up.
Overnight in the hotel.
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Day 6 : Gangtok : 10 Hours including sightseeing ( Nathu La Pass ) – 68 Kms
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Nathula Pass at altitude of 14,200 Feet approx - 3 Hours from Gangtok City.
The Nathu La Pass connects Sikkim with China's Tibet Autonomous Region. In the ancient days, this pass formed a part of the Silk Route, one of the most important trading routes in the world. Visiting Nathu La Pass is a must-do when in Gangtok because the height of the pass ensures magnificent mountain views, especially on clear days. Besides enjoying the pass itself, one can also visit the border trade market at Sherathang and indulge in a unique shopping experience.
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| On Return to Gangtok City - Visit Magnificient - TSOMGO LAKE - 17 Kms - 40 Minutes : |
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| Later Return to Gangtok – 36 Kms – 2 Hours . Overnight. |
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Day 7 : Gangtok
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Gangtok Ropeway – 12 Kms – 40 Min
Inaugurated in the year of 2003, the ropeway offers a breathtaking bird's eye view of the city.
The double-cable zig of the ride can accommodate around 24 people at once and covers an overall distance of almost two kilometres. The journey takes 20 minutes to complete and goes through three different terminal stations - Deorali, Tashiling, and Namnang.
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| Later Visit - Lal Bazaar - Main Shopping area of Gangtok - 1 Km - 5 Min |
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Post Lal Bazaar visit - GANESH TOK - 13 Kms – 35 Min
Ganesh Tok is one of the famous tourist places in Gangtok, renowned primarily for the intensity of the views visible from its complex. Located close to the Tashi View Point and the Bakthang falls, a visit to Ganesh Tok is a must on the local sightseeing circuit in Gangtok. The temple in the complex is dedicated to Lord Ganesh.
ON WAY - Obtain Protected Area Permit which one can obtain while in Gangtok and through a Sikkim Government registered tour operator to visit LACHUNG |
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Wind up the day with visit to : Tashi View Point - Sunset – 5 Kms - 15 Min
Famed for its sunrises and sunsets as well as its startling views of the entire grand Himalayan mountain range. Preferred time is 17.00 to 18.00 during Summer . |
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| Return to hotel - 8 Kms - 25 Minutes . Overnight. |
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Day 8 : Gangtok / Lachung - 8,600 Feet - 119 Kms - 9 Hrs with Sightseeing
Breakfast in the hotel. Check out & transfer to La Chung. On way - Visit 7 Sister Water Falls - 32 kms - 1 & half Hours
The Seven Sisters waterfalls - seven separate waterfalls, originating from different sources and flowing side by side, marge into one powerful waterfall mid-way through. The combined force of these seven streams results in a thunderous waterfall.
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Later move along to Mangan Town towards Lachung - 35 Kms - One & half Hours
Mangan Town is small town , famed for its breathtaking natural beauty. |
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Transfer to La Chung - 54 Kms - 2 & half Hours - 9,000 Feet approx.
Check in to Hotel. |
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| LACHUNG - OVERVIEW |
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Day 9 : LA CHUNG - 9 Hours including Sight Seeings
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Yumthang Valley - 11,550 Feet - 25 kms – 1.30 Hours
Nested in the northern part of Sikkim, Yumthang Valley is also nicknamed as the 'valley of flowers'. Prior to entering the Yumthang Valley, spend time at Yumthang hot spring. One should stroll for couple of thousand yards to reach the hot spring. The water is rich with sulphur and said to have great recuperating and restorative properties.
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Later Visit : Yumesamdong or Zero Point - 15,500 Feet - 20 Kms - 1 & half hours .
Zero point marks the edge of civilization, and the road comes to a dead end here.
The vicuna China border is just beyond Zero points, though no tourists are allowed there. Despite the treacherous roads, Treat your eyes to the confluence of three magnificent rivers, flanked on either side by enormous, snow-clad peaks.While yaks often graze here, the land is nearly competent devoid of vegetation. |
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| Return to Hotel. ( 50 Kms – 4 Hours ) Overnight |
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Day 10 : Lachung
Breakfast in the Hotel. Transfer to Chopta Valley : 13,200 Feet Apprx – 34 Kms – 2 Hours
Another one of the most beautiful tourist places in North Sikkim. During summers, the entire valley is bathed in a stunning medley of colours due to the presence of beautiful alpine flowers.The tree line begins to fade from here. Beyond the valley, the land becomes completely devoid of vegetation. |
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Later Visit - Chungthang Town - 14 Kms – 35 Minutes ( on way back to La Chung )
Arranged on the intersection of Lachen and Lachung streams, Chungthang is a chronicled town. It is believed that Guru Padmasambhaba and Guru Nanak have visited this place. The town is a superb base camp for places like Lachung, Yumthang, Yumesamdon.
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| Return to Hotel. ( 22 Kms – 1 Hour ) . Overnight. |
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Day 11 : Lachung / Kerseong - 186 Kms – 9 Hrs with Stops - 5,000 Feet
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Kerseong - Crossing Border of Sikkim to W. Bengal.
Arrive . Check in to hotel. Overnight. |
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Day 12 : Kurseong / Bagdogra Airport - 41 Kms - 2 Hours
Breakfast in the hotel. Check out & travel to Bagdogra Airport |
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INCLUSIONS :
• Hotels : 4 Stars
Darjeeling : 4 Nights
Gangtok : 3 Nights
Lachung : 3 Nights
Kurseong : 1 Night
• Daily 10 Hours Car at Disposal WITH driver ( Innova ) including Airport / Hotel / Airport Transfers on 1st & last day
• Daily Breakfast in the hotel.
• Daily 1 MINERAL BOTTLE PER PERSON in the Car ( 750 ML ).
• All NECESSARY PERMITS for SIKKIM ( GANGTOK + LACHUNG )
• Tips to Driver
Exclusions :
• Domestic Flights
• Daily Lunches & Dinners
• Local Mediclaim for the Trip
• Anything Not Specifically Included in “ Inclusions “ Column
• Entrance Tickets to any Sight Seeings
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