The Mystique Mountain of Darjeeling & Gangtok

Day – 1 - Arrival And Transfer To Darjeeling.

Our representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri railway station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction). He will be assisting for the transfer to Darjeeling (Nearly 105 kilometres, 3 ½- 4 hours drive). At a height of 2123 meters / 70001 feet lies the land of breathtaking beauty, sloping tea gardens with spectacular views of the Mount Everest is the Queen of the hills. It is also home to the famous world heritage train. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR). Check into hotel. The evening free to roam around the Mall or local Shopping centre. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day – 2 - Darjeeling Local Sightseeing (Half Day)

Early morning at around 3:45 AM drive to 8000 feet / 2440 meters through primitive forests of oak, magnolia to TigerHill to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial & Batasia Loop. On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial & Batasia Loop. Back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast rest for half an hour After breakfast next round of sightseeing - Half Day city tour includes Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway, Tensing Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tea Estate, Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed), Peace Pagoda. Back to the hotel.The evening free to stroll around the area. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day - 3 - Darjeeling – Kalimpong

Early morning after breakfast (65 kilometres 1 ½ - 2 hours) transfer to the Kalimpong - Kalimpong situated on the foothills of the Himalayas is a green destination at an altitude of 1243 meters / 4078 feet - It is a historical destination with a bustling market, colourful people and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan range. Check into hotel. Drive for a sightseeing tour through scenic road to Forest Museum (Closed On Thursday), Deolo Hill, Hanuman Mandir, Dr Graham Homes, Durbin Monastery, Mangal Dham, Pine View Nurseries (Cactus Only). Back to Kalimpong Hotel. The evening free to roam around any of the hundred nurseries or the Local market area. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day – 4 - Kalimpong – Gangtok

After breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Gangtok (105 kilometres 2 – 2 ½ Hours drive). Check into the hotel at Gangtok. The capital of the 22ndState of India, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful hill stations with varied options for tourist - It is known for the monastery, Orchids, High altitude Lake and butterflies. Check into Hotel. Drive for visit to Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, ResearchInstitute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, etc. Back to the hotel. The evening free. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day - 5 - Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Full Day).

Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir(nearly 40 kilometres and 2 hours drive) along the Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, the home to the red panda and the blood pheasant with Rhododendron and other alpine trees along the road. Situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310feet. The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep. Generally covered in snow for most of the year. This lake is home to the Brahmani ducks & many migratory birds. Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all Nathu La Pass to the Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometres and is optional tour - Back to Gangtok - the evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall)or local Shopping centre. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day - 6 - Departure

The morning after breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - Nearly 135 kilometres 4 ½ - 5 hours drive. Guest are advised to start early and not to rush. Forwarding Journey.