Gangtok, North Sikkim, Kalimpong & Darjeeling 09 Nights 10 Days Tour Package

Day- 01

On arrival and transfer to Gangtok - On arrival, guests will be representative will receive guests and assist them to forward journey to  Gangtok - The drive is approximately 120 Kilometres and is nearly 04½ - 05 hours drive along the River Teesta and National Highway 10 - Gangtok is a clean bustling, friendly hill station, and the capital of the Indian state of Sikkim - It is a perfect destination for tourist in search of enchantment, tranquility, trekking or any other adventure - It is a land of monastery, mystic rituals, and colourful festivals - It is popular Buddhist pilgrimage site after the construction of the Enchey Monastery in 1840 - Situated at an elevation of 1,437 meters i.e. 4,715 feet is the most often visited spot of India for its rare Orchids and Butterflies - In the evening one is free to stroll around M.G.Marg or the local Market - One can also visit the local pub or Casinos - Overnight stay at Gangtok

Day- 02

Excursion to Changu / Tsomgo Lake [Nathu La  is Optional] - Early morning breakfast - After the arrival of permits the vehicle will report at hotel or Taxi Stand - After breakfast excursion start - This is nearly 52 kilometers drive and takes nearly 02 hours - Visit Tsomgo / Changu Lake and Baba Mandir, cool, serene water and the picturesque beauty - Tsomgo lake is one of the holy lakes of the region - A temple of Lord Shiva is built on the lakeside - Primula flowers and other alpine plantation provide an immaculate beauty to this place - Till April it is full of snow and lay frozen - Back to hotel for lunch or lunch on the way - The rest of the day is free - Evening one is free to stroll around M G Road or the Local Market - Overnight stay at Gangtok

[Note: Nathu La Pass visit is an option and depends heavily on the permit issued -  Papers are collected the previous night [EPIC i.e. Voters ID Or Passport] - Nathu La Pass once booked the amount is not refunded even if the trip get canceled - Nathula Pass supplement of INR 2500 - INR 4000  has to be paid on the spot as it is not included in the final costing] Foreign Nationals are not allowed to Nathula or Baba Mandir but with a guide, they are allowed only toll Tsomgo Lake]

Day- 03

Gangtok Local Sightseeing - Morning breakfast - After breakfast drive for the city tour of Gangtok - After 1975 Gangtok was made India's 22nd state of India - Sightseeing will be for full or half-day as per guests requirement to make it easy and comfortable - It is not possible to cover all the spot in a single day hence we make the program with points covering minimum distance traveled - Start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre (Closed on Sunday and 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month), Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Dro-Dul Chorten, Gonjang Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 6 hours) - Back to Hotel - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center Or Casino - Overnight stay at Gangtok

Day- 04

Transfer to Lachen [North sikkim] - Early morning breakfast - Next the vehicle will report for North Sikkim after the permit is issued - The vehicle will report at North Sikkim Stand [Guest has to take a Taxi and Report there - Next drive to Lachen - It is 125 kilometres and is nearly 06 - 06½ hours drive - Chungthang is nearly 96 kilometres from Gangtok - On the way stop at Chungthang - Next drive for 29 kilometres from Chungthang to Lachen - Reach Lachung late afternoon / early evening - The snow-capped peaks, the Shingbha wildlife sanctuary, Gurudongmar, Thangu, Chopta Valley and Green Lake are the major attractions of the region - It is almost like this town is hidden from the outside - The infrastructure is not good due to the remoteness and the snowfall / Rainfall - The place is worth visiting - Check into a hotel - Evening free to stroll or visit the Lachen Monastery and visit the Lepcha Village - Overnight stay at Hotel in Lachen

Day- 05

Excursion to Gurudongmar Lake and Transfer to Lachung -  Early morning breakfast - Visit Gurudongmar Lake [Holy / Sacred lake) - It is a tiny Hamlet a valley with lush meadows located at an altitude of 13,000 feet and about 35 kilometres north of Lachen - During the journey, tourists have to cross Gaigaon Check Post at 15000 feet, which is the highest check post in the world - Gurudongmar is approximately 70 kilometres and is nearly 02½  - 03 hours drive - The region is generally covered with snow from November to April  - Visit Gurudongmar Lake - Further up one more glacial lake is Tso Lhamo (5330 meters) but civilians are not allowed - Back to Resort for Lunch - After lunch drive to Lachung - It is approximately 50 kilometre and is nearly 02½  - 03 hours drive -  After lunch proceed to Lachung - Nearly 50 kilometres and 02 hours drive - Check into the hotel at Lachung - Evening free to visit Lachung Monastery - Overnight stay at Hotel at Lachung

[Note: Children below 05 Years & People with Heart Or Breathing Ailments are not allowed to visit Gurudongmar Lake and has to stay back at Hotel or Wait at 15000 feet]

Day- 06

Excursion to Yumthang and Transfer to Gangtok -  Early morning breakfast - Visit Yumthang i.e. 25 kilometers and is nearly 01½  - 02 hours drive - A valley at an altitude of 11800 feet through which Lachung Chu flows, generally covered with snow from November to April -  It is known as the valley of flowers - Guest can spend an hour at Yumthang along with the hot water spring - The vast Valley stretches and is a cold desert till Tibet / China - While returning visit to hot water spring if time permits - The region is fully covered with snow and Rhododendron - Yumesandong or Zero Point & Katao are optional sightseeing - Back to hotel for lunch / Packed Lunch - Proceed to Gangtok - Afternoon drive to Gangtok - it is approximately 123 Kilometres & 05 hours drive - Evening one can spend time in M G Road or vicinity - Overnight stay at Hotel in Gangtok

Day- 07

Kalimpong Transfer - Early morning breakfast - Next transfer to Kalimpong - It is approximately 95 Kilometres i.e. 02½ - 03 hours drive - The drive will be along the River Teesta and National Highway 10 - This bustling bazaar town sprawls along a saddle-shaped mountain ridge overlooking the roaring Teesta River and is lorded over by the summit of Khangchendzonga - Lava, Lolaygaon, Pedong, Sillery Gaon, Ramdhura, Rikissum, Charkole, Kagey, etc are nearby places of interest - It is a quieter destination - Situated on the foothills of the Himalayas at an elevation of 1243 meters / 4078 feet - Check in Hotel at Kalimpong - It is a Hill Station buzzing with fun, frolic and offers spectacular views - Check into Hotel - Evening free to stroll around Kalimpong bazaar for shopping of handicrafts and relics - Overnight stay at Hotel in Kalimpong

[Note: Optional Tour that guests can avail at Supplement cost is Rumtek Monastery and it is nearly 02 hours visit time] 

Day- 08

Transfer to Darjeeling via Peshok & Lamahata  - Early Morning breakfast - Next the driver will assist you for the forwarding journey to  Darjeeling  - It is approximately 55 kilometers and is nearly  02½ - 03 hours drive crossing National Highway 10 and the River Teesta - The drive is via Peshok Viewpoint and Lamahata - Darjeeling - Situated at an elevation of 2123 meters i.e. 70001 feet is the land of breathtaking beauty - Ideally located amidst rolling tea gardens, crowned by the majestic Himalayas and popularly known as the Queen of the hills - Jewel in the crown of the Eastern Himalayas with mesmerizing beauty offers spectacular views of the Mount Everest, Mount Kanchendzonga and the rest of spectacular Himalayan range - Check in to hotel - Evening either stroll to Mall/shrubbery Park or the Mall - Visit age-old Bakery, Market or Local Pubs are also a good option - Overnight stay at hotel in Darjeeling

[Note: Optional is half-day sightseeing in Kalimpong and visiting a few of the places of interest like Zang Dhok Palri or Durpin Monastery, Army Golf Course, anyone Nursery, Deollo, Hanuman Tok, etc]

Day- 09

Darjeeling Local Sightseeing -  At about 4:00 AM drive to Tiger Hills [Subjected to availability of Permit], Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, War Memorial - Back to hotel for breakfast and next - Tenzing Rock, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Tibetans Refugee center, Tea garden - Lunch at the hotel or on the way - Japanese Peace Pagoda, Natural History Museum, Ava Art Gallery are sightseeing spot and can be visited as per the day's program - 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 guest - Evening free to roam around the any of the hundred nurseries or the Local market area - Overnight stay at Darjeeling

Day- 10

Departure transfer to Siliguri [Optional Via Mirik]  -  It is approximately 110 kilometers and is nearly 02½ - 03 hours drive via Mirik Or Via Kurseong - It is 90 kilometers and is nearly 02 - 02½ hours drive along the scenic road via Kurseong and is 110 kilometers via Mirik  02½  - 03 hours drive along equally scenic road -  Morning breakfast - Hotel check-out time is 09 AM - 10 AM - After breakfast departure transfer - Mirik is a quiet town between Siliguri and Darjeeling noted for its secluded charm, Beautiful Tea Gardens, Samendu Lake, Orange Orchards, Cardamom Plantation and its pleasant Climate - Halt at Seemana for view  Or Via Kuseong - One will travel through the best Tea estate of the world - One stop at Kurseong Tourist Lodge for Tea is recommended to guests - Drop to  Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) /Siliguri - Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey