Flights Not IncludedGangtok -Darjelling - Pelling
7 Days · 6 Nights
Location
Sikkim
Highlights
Meals
Daily Breakfast
Cab
Sightseeing
Hotel
Safe to Travel
Heritage
Hill Station
Nature
Price Inclusive Of Taxes
Flexible bookingsOverview
Within the higher peaks of the Himalaya and with a year-round mild temperate climate, Gangtok is at the centre of Sikkim's tourism industry. Gangtok rose to prominence as a popular Buddhist pilgrimage site after the construction of the Enchey Monastery in 1840.
Hotel Details
- GANGTOK: Udaan Woodberry Hotel &Amp; Spa || 2 nights||
- DARJEELING: Norling Retreat || 2 nights||
- PELLING: Udaan Olive Hotel & Spa || 2 nights||
Itinerary
Day 1
- 1: Arrival in IXB-Transfer to Gangtok
- Arrive in Bagdogra Airport, meet our tour representative. He would help you in taking an assisted transfer to Gangtok. After you arrive in Gangtok, check- into the hotel. You can relax for a while. The evening is at leisure and you can spend it as per your own liking. Have a leisure walk up to the Mall or visit the local shopping centers to get your hands on some memorabilia. Over Night stay at Gangtok.
Day 2
- Day’s trip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir
- On the 2 nd day of the tour, you will visit the nearby attractions of Gangtok. The day is scheduled for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir. After having breakfast you will leave for your trip. You will visit the Tsomgo Lake or Changu Lake, lying at anelevation of 12,400 feet above the sea level. This is a glacial lake which is located at a distance of 37 km away from Gangtok. This stunning attraction is frequently visited by Brahminy duck and other colourful migratory birds. This oval-shaped lake is 50 feet deep and is covered with snow all round the year. Your kids can enjoy yak rides; there are shops near the lake selling Yak cheese. On the banks of the Lake, there is a temple also which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Capture the beautiful scenery through your camera.
- After exploring the Lake site, continue towards the next attraction of the day Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial War temple which is situated at around 20 km from here. Originally a war memorial, built in the memory of soldier Harbhajan Singh of the 23rd Punjab Regiment, who sacrificed his life in the Indo-China, 1962 and it slowly turned into a temple. It was constructed in 1983 by the Indian Army after the deceased soldier appeared in the dream of his soldier friend. This temple made inside the bunker of the soldier and consists of his personal belongings like photographs. There is a wishing pond near the temple where people can throw a coin in the pond and make a wish.
- In the evening, return to Gangtok. If time permits, you can visit Mall Road or simply relax in your room. (Note-If there is landslide or we are not able to take you to Tsomgo Lake, there will be alternate sightseeing).
- Over Night stay at Gangtok.
Day 3
- Gangtok- Pelling (150kms/ 5 hrs) Post breakfast; start for Pelling (6,300 ft). After you arrive in Pelling, check- into the hotel. You can relax for a while. The evening is at leisure and you can spend it as per your own liking. Overnight stay at Pelling hotel.
Day 4
- Pelling Sightseeing
- After breakfast start for full day sightseeing. 1st Half tour - Darap village, Rimbi water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In afternoon start for 2nd half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Helipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling..
Day 5
- Pelling- Darjeeling
- This morning after breakfast transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.) via Singla check post. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 6
- Darjeeling sightseeing
- Day 6 starts quite early. Get-up around 3:45 AM to drive towards Tiger Hill (11 km) to view sunrise over the Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). One of the major attractions in Darjeeling, the route taking to you the hill, amid Oak forests, is an extremely refreshing one. It is advisable to start early top save your self from traffic snarls up the hill. When the sun rises behind from the hill, it illuminates the Peak and looks like an orange-colored ball. Treat your eyes to the scenery and soak-in the tranquility.
- On your way back, visit Ghoom Monastery- also called Yiga Choeling monastery, it is one of Darjeeling’s oldest gompas. Belonging to the Yellow sect of Buddhism, the construction of this monastery started in 1850.The statue of Maitreya Buddha, Lord Buddha of the future is the main attraction here. Next attraction is the War memorial, lying in the well-maintained garden, bounded by Batasia Loop. The memorial is built in the memory of Gorkha martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the wars to save their country. You can also opt for a ride in the toy train on the loop, offering enchanting landscape views.
- Return to the hotel for breakfast and start the second leg of sightseeing including Padmaja Naidu Himalayan 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 .
- Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park- Known all around the globe, it is popular for its conservation breeding programs of Red Panda, Tibetan Wolf, Snow Leopards and other endangered animal species of the Eastern Himalaya. Take a walk in the sprawling Tea estates to soak-in the serenity and refreshing aroma. The sight of greenery spread all around looks quite soothing. The Cable car ride on Darjeeling Ropeway offers spectacular views Rangeet Valley. The white colored Peace-pagoda is a huge dome-like structure is another attraction here that has golden-colored Buddha statues in varied postures.
- Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
Day 7
- Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport (75 kms / 3 hours)
- After breakfast Check-out from hotel and transfer to IXB Airport.
- Tour and Services ends
Inclusions
- Accommodation on double Sharing Basis.
- All the room are based category
- All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
- Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
Exclusions
- Air Fare / Train fare
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, should be is directly payable on the spot).
- 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.
- Room Heater Charges
- Insurance.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
Terms and Conditions
Please note that once your booking is confirmed, you will receive an e-mail as well as an SMS on your registered mobile number confirming your booking.
Please note that these packages are customizable, which means that you will be able to make changes to the itinerary/activity if you so desire. The final payment will be calculated as per the activities reflecting on the website which will be outlined in the confirmatory e-mail sent to you.
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar etc., are not included
Cancellation Policy
• Flight Cancellation will be shared at the time of placing the request of cancellation
to Airlines.
• 10% of Land Package Cost will be charged as Penalty on Cancellation 30 or more
days before Arrival.
• 30% of Land Package Cost will be charged as Penalty on Cancellation between 20
to 29 days before Arrival.
• 60% of Land Package Cost will be charged as Penalty on Cancellation between 10
to 19 days before Arrival.
• 100% of Land Package Cost will be charged as Penalty on Cancellation within 10
days before Arrival.
