GANGTOK, SIKKIM & DARJEELING
6 Days / 5 Nights

Day 01
IXB to Gangtok 130kms/5hrs approx

Pick-up from Bagdogra airport/NJP railway station, transfer to Gangtok (5500 ft) – the Land of the Pristine and unspoilt natural beauty of Sikkim, with alpine landscapes and thick luxuriant forests, rivers in torrent and peaceful lakes, a journey 130kms & takes 5hrs to reach Gangtok, On Arrival at the hotel & check-in. Rest of the day at Leisure or feel free to walk to the mall, which is just 5 minutes away, Overnight stay in Hotel at Gangtok.

Day 02
Gangtok / Tsomgo Lake / Baba Mandir / Gangtok

After breakfast, proceed to Tsomgo Lake (12,313 ft), a 40kms drive which takes 2.5 hrs. This lake is located very close to Nathula Pass, which is the entry point to China termed as the “Silk Route & remains frozen for most parts of the year. Legend has it that the Lamas use to forecast the future by studying the colour of the lakes waters. Enjoy the surroundings, majestic snowy peaks which feed the lake and the clean fresh air. Later, drive back to Gangtok by afternoon. Evening at leisure or go shopping in the nearby traditional handicrafts centres. Overnight stay in Hotel in Gangtok.

Day 03
Gangtok Full Day Local Sightseeing

Gangtok Local Sightseeing

After breakfast, proceed for a full day sightseeing of Gangtok. visit to Tashi View Point to view Mt. Khangchendzonga. Situated 8kms from the town, this point offers a breathtaking view of the majestic peak & surrounding hills. Later, visit Ranka monastery. Also viisit Hanuman Tok (7200 Ft), temple devoted to Hanuman. Here, you get a bird’s eye view of the Selep waterworks which supplies drinking water to the Gangtok town.

Then go to Ganesh Tok (6500Ft), a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, which is so small in size that it can hardly accommodate one person & one has to crawl to get inside. Then, Do-Drul Chorten (Stupa); which is one of the most important stupas of Sikkim, built by the head of the Nyingma order- Trullshi Rimpoche in 1945. It contains rare details of Dorji Phupa, Holy Books, Mantras and is encircled by 108 prayer wheels; The Namgyal Institute of Tibetology built in 1958 in traditional style, a renowned worldwide centre for the study of the Mahayana Buddhist philosophy & religion, a treasure house of rare “Thankas”, statues, over 200 Buddhist icons and prized objects of art & finally Ban Jhakhri Waterfalls, back to the hotel by late afternoon. Rest of the day at Leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel in Gangtok.

Day 04
Gangtok to Darjeeling Transfer
96Kms, 4Hours drive approx

After breakfast, depart for 96 kms, 4hrs journey to reach Darjeeling (7100 ft), the “Queen of the hill stations”, its name derived from “Dorje-Line” which means the place of “Dorje”, the mystic thunderbolt. After a very scenic drive thru the mountains, tea gardens etc. It is an experience of unforgettable beauty.

On Arrival, check in at in at hotel. Rest of the day at Leisure or spend the evening, walking around the mall area or free with chosen activities. Overnight stay in Hotel at Darjeeling.

Day 05
Darjeeling Sightseeing

Start the day at 4 am with an early morning trip to Tiger Hill, optional service,  (7800 Ft) to catch the sunrise from behind the majestic Mt. Kanchenjunga (28,208 ft. World’s 3rd highest peak), Please note Tiger hill trip is optional, payable directly. On the way back; visit the Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop, back to the hotel for breakfast.

(09:00 AM TO 03:00 PM) After breakfast, proceed for a half day Darjeeling local sightseeing of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Ropeway, Zoo, Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugees Self Help Centre ( Closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view) & Japanese Temple – Peace Pagoda. Back to the hotel by evening; take a walk to “Chowrasta” the centre point of the Mall area. You can also do some window shopping, if interested. Overnight stay in Hotel at Darjeeling

Day 06
Darjeeling to NJP / IXB
72kms – 4-5hrs drive

After breakfast, Check out from hotel & transfer to Bagdogra (IXB) Airport or New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station (approx. 130 km & 06hours drive)
End of our Services

NATHULA PASS:
Indo-china Tibet Border(14,140 ft). Nathu La is located on the 563 km (350 mi) Old Silk Route, an offshoot of the historic Silk Road. Nathu La Tour can be arranged on advance notification followed by Extra Charge (please check the NOTE given below), only if the permit is allowed. (Small Car not allowed, Monday & Tuesday are closed) – Once the permit is issued, the amount is non-refundable at any coast, whatsoever may be the reason.

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS
We book standard rooms, unless mentioned in the voucher. If Guests require up-gradation of rooms, after check-in, guest may contact the reception, on direct payment basis.
Guests may connect to hotel reception for Room Heaters, on direct payment basis.
Vehicle like Sumo / Max are not allowed to enter Gangtok city from 08.00 hrs–20.00 hrs.
Vehicle like Innova / Xylo & cars like Indica / WagonR / Maruti are allowed to enter city.
Standard car Sumo / Max will drop or pick you up from Taxi Stand only in Gangtok.
Car will be accessible till snow point only.
No refund is allowed, if tour is cancelled due to Weather condition / Heavy Snowfall / Guest Health condition.
The rate offered is valid for given dates & for Indian Nationals only.
Guest has to maintain their timing in reporting during sightseeing & if the sightseeing place is closed due to any reason, we won’t be able to cover left out places on next or any day.
If your hotel is booked outside the town boundary or very far from town, extra charge will be incurred for the pick & drop to hotel every day (as per the distance from town to hotel & vice versa).
Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances, etc. (to be borne by the client, directly payable on the spot). This provided package is only for point to point not for disposal.
Vehicle is provided for Point to point basis, and not on disposal.

Package Excludes:
NATHULA PASS DAY TRIP: GANGOTK (TSOMGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR EXCURSION)
TOY TRAIN IN DARJEELING RS.1800/- PP/approx. (vehicle waiting charges additional)
TIGER HILL & MIRIK ON ADDITIONAL PAYMENT
Air Fare / Train fare.
Toll & Parking Fees – wherever applicable – guest needs to pay on the spot.
Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, porter-age, water sports and other adventure activities
Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
Guide charges & Entrance Fees.
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.
Travel & Medical Insurance.
Anything, which are not included in the inclusion.

Payment Policy:
Any confirmation is subject to an advance deposit of 50% of the package cost and has to be paid immediately, after that we can process the booking.
Balance Payment has to be made in advance and must be paid & as per time limit given at the time of confirmation.
Full Payment needs to be done seven days prior to the tour or on the day of arrival.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES: DIRECT PAYMENT BASIS
NATHULA PASS DAY TRIP: GANGOTK (TSOMGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR EXCURSION)
TOY TRAIN IN DARJEELING Rs. 1800/- PP/approx. (vehicle waiting charges additional)
TIGER HILL & MIRIK

GANGOTK (TSOMGO LAKE & BABA MANDIR EXCURSION)
Note: All sightseeing are subject to weather conditions. In case, Tsomgo Lake is closed due to any circumstances, we may provide some other, alternative sightseeing, if possible.

Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake, is a glacial lake in the East Sikkim, 40 kilometres (25 mi) from the capital Gangtok. Located at an elevation of 3,753 m (12,313 ft), with an average dept of 50ft, the lake remains frozen during the winter season. The oval shaped lake is almost about 1km long and 15mtrs deep.

The lake surface reflects different colours with change of seasons and is held in great reverence by the local Sikkimeese. Buddhist monks prognosticated after studying the changing colours of the lake. After winter season ends in middle of May, the periphery of lake has scenic blooms of flower species of rhododendrons (the state tree of Sikkim), primulas, blue and yellow poppies, irises and so forth. Wildlife seen includes the red panda.

After enjoying the beautiful Tsomgo Lake, proceed to visit Lake Baba Mandir – The shrine maid in memory of sepoy Harbahajan Singh (disappeared army personal), which is 18kms away and back to Gangtok. This is one of the few and awesome high altitude lakes in India. The lake becomes doubly attractive with the reflections of the surrounding hills on the water. Later, return to Gangtok City. Rest of the day at Leisure or free to visit Gangtok for shopping / at leisure. Overnight stay at hotel

*** GUEST MAY ALSO OPT TO VISIT NATHULA PASS, WHICH IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE. GUEST MAY DEMAND NATHULA PASS ON ADDITIONAL COST.

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