Package Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival and Transfer to Gangtok
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 Gangtok – Gangtok the capital of Sikkim Suits all from tranquillity to adventure, land of monastery, mystic rituals & festivals at an height of 1670 meters / 5480 feet and is the most visited spot of India - It is one of the most beautiful town with varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids and butterflies - Nearly 135 kilometres, 4 ½ - 5 hours drive – Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around MG Road (Mall) or local Shopping centre - Over Night stay at Gangtok.
Day 2
Gangtok Full Day Local Sight Seeing
This Day has been reserved so that you get to further appreciate this quaint little Himalayan town, so the day is for Gangtok sightseeing. After breakfast at your hotel sightseeing starts with Bakthang Falls, Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Dodrul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Flower Show, Directorate of Handloom & Handicrafts Centre, Ropeway Ride, Banjhakri Waterfalls and Enchey Monastery. The vehicle shall drop you off at either MG Marg or your hotel based on your preference. You might also want to add the Paragliding to your list for the more adventurous ones among you.
Day 3
Excursion to Changu Lake and Baba Mandir
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 / 12310 feet - The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep - Generally covered in snow for most of the year the year – This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all - NathuLa Pass to Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometres and is optional tour - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping centre - Over Night stay at Gangtok.
Suggestion Note:
• Nathula Pass visit is closed on Monday & Tuesday for Tourists.
• Nathula Pass visit is subject to availability of (ILP) In Line Permit.
• (ILP) In Line Permit will be arranged by our executive which is extra chargeable, for this you will have to provide your ID Proof Copy & Passport Size Photograph.
Day 4
Transfer to Lachung from Gangtok
Early morning breakfast – Drive 135 kilometers, 5 – 6 hours - Chungthang is 96 kilometers from Gangtok – Lunch at Chungthang/Rangang – Lachung is 35 kilometers from Chungthang Reach Lachung late afternoon / early evening - The region is fully covered with Rhododendron forest –
After lunch proceed to Lachung – Nearly 50 kilometres and two hours’ drive – Check into hotel at Lachung - Evening free to visit Lachung Monastery - Overnight stay at Hotel at Lachung.
Day 5
Sight Seeing at Yumthang and Transfer to Gangtok.
After breakfast drive towards Yumthang Valley situated at an elevation of nearly 11800 feet - On the way you may visit the famous hot spring which is known for its curative properties of skin diseases - Yumthang is a valley near the river Lachung Chu surrounded by mountains where the tree line ends - In spring the valley erupts in riots of colors as Primulae, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers in full bloom along with snow covered valley except in autumn - During winter Yumthang is sombre with snow all around and the snow clad mountains adding to the ethereal beauty - Return to resort at Lachung for Lunch – Transfer to Gangtok – Reach Gangtok in the evening – Check into hotel – Night stay at Gangtok.
Note; you can visit Zero Point/Kateo Valley on extra payable to driver on the spot.
Day 6
Drive to Darjeeling
Post breakfast you shall be driving to Darjeeling, passing through some wonderful River Valleys and Tea Gardens with great views all along the way. You shall visit Peshok tea estate along the route. You might also want to try out the river rafting experience at Melli. Check in at your hotel late evening.
Day 7
Darjeeling Local Sightseeing full day
Early morning at around 3:45 AM drive to 8000 feet / 2440 meters through primitive forests of oak, Magnolia to Tiger Hill to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather) – On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial & Batasia Loop – Back to hotel.
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 hotel – Evening free to stroll around the area. - Overnight stay at Darjeeling
Day 8
Departure to Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station
After Breakfast – Local walks in market and enjoy Shopping. After Checkout from Hotel Departure Drive from Darjeeling to Siliguri / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - Nearly 105 kilometers 3 ½ - 4hours drive.