SIKKIM AND DARJEELING
Unwind in the exhilarating beauty of Darjeeling - the picturesque hill station of West Bengal. Home to beautiful monasteries and tea gardens, this hill station never fails to delight visitors. Then, proceed towards Pelling, the small town of Sikkim known for offering splendid views of the scenic mountain ranges. After exploring the best of this town, unravel the spectacular landscapes and snow-capped mountains of Gangtok - the state capital of Sikkim. The tour ends with a glimpse of the architectural splendour of its cultural landmarks and an excursion to its picturesque lake.
Highlights
Half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft).
Sightseeing tour of Darjeeling.
Early morning start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on the Mt. Kanchendzonga.
Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial.
Half day local Best points sightseeing covering Padmaja N. Zoological Garden.
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Itinerary
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Welcome on arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and transfer to Gangtok (114kms/4.5hrs), At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. Evening free for individual activity and leisure, overnight at hotel.
AM start for a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft), which is only 32kms from Gangtok City, the lake is almost about 1Km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people, further 12Kms is Baba Mandir dedicated to the memory of soldier Harbhajan Singh. Evening free for individual activity and leisure, overnight at hotel.
Morning transfer to Darjeeling. Once the summer capital of India, Darjeeling is a land of infinite variety and charm. It will cater you a mix-experience of lively nature & charming Himalayan people. It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama- Religion. Surrounded by Tea gardens, this little town faces some of the Himalayas highest peaks. Take a rest and then a walk around town to appreciate the new culture you are in. Overnight at Hotel.
Early morning start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on the Mt. Kanchendzonga (World’s 3rd highest peak), Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial while returning to the Hotel. Breakfast at the Hotel followed by half day local Best points sightseeing covering Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (Closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center (Closed on Sunday), Ropewey (entry fees not included), walk around visit to the Mall and Local Market (Closed on Thursday). Evening Free for shopping & individual activity, overnight at hotel.
Morning after breakfast departure transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport.
What's included
Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar.
Meals as per hotel plan.
Transportation by AC Innova / Xylo / Scorpio as per itineraries and package.
Vehicle will be strictly on point to point basis (Not on disposal basis)
All parking charges and Road taxes, toll taxes.
Assistance by our representatives during airport/station transfers.
Audio Compass - Smartphone based personal audio tour guide via free subscription to Audio Compass from time of confirmed booking until end of travel. AudioCompass is an app that makes your sightseeing hassle free during your holiday.
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Useful things to know before you go
Tourism in West Bengal refers to West Bengal's tourism. West Bengal is a state in the eastern region of India and is the nation's fourth-most populous. The state capital is Kolkata (formerly Calcutta). The state encompasses two broad natural regions: the Gangetic Plain in the south and the sub-Himalayan and Himalayan area in the north. The tourism in West Bengal is maintained by WBTDCL, a state government owned enterprise.
West Bengal, located on the eastern bottleneck of India stretching from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the south, presents some of marvelous landscape features and natural scenic beauty. Some of India's most preferred travel destinations like; the Darjeeling Himalayan hill region in the northern extreme of the state, the highest peak of the state Sandakphu (3,636 m or 11,929 ft) and the Sundarbans mangrove forests in the extreme south.The state of West Bengal has significant architectural and natural heritage. The capital of the state, Kolkata is also known as the "City of Palaces". West Bengal is famous for its terracotta temples of Bishnupur.
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