The Hill City
Itinerary

05 Nights/06 Days

Places Covered

Darjeeling 2N-Kalimpong1N-Gangtok2N (ViceVersal)

Includes

The Hill City

Highlight

  • Breathtaking Landscapes: Witness stunning views of the Himalayas, including Kanchendzonga and picturesque tea gardens.
  • Cultural Experiences: Explore vibrant local markets, monasteries, and museums showcasing Sikkim's rich heritage.
  • Excursions: Visit the serene Tsomgo Lake and the sacred Baba Mandir for a memorable high-altitude experience.
  • Comfortable Accommodations: Stay in well-appointed hotels with excellent hospitality in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Gangtok.
  • Guided Sightseeing: Enjoy guided tours to key attractions, ensuring you don't miss any highlights.
  • Local Cuisine: Savor delicious local meals, immersing yourself in the culinary delights of the region.
  • Flexible Itinerary: Designed to allow leisure time for personal exploration and relaxation.

Tour Overview

Discover the beauty of Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Gangtok in this 6-day adventure. Start in Darjeeling with stunning views, a sunrise at Tiger Hill, and local attractions. Then, explore the serene hill station of Kalimpong, visiting Deolo Hill and Durbin Monastery. Continue to Gangtok, where you'll enjoy cultural sites like the Research Institute of Tibetology and Enchey Monastery. The highlight is a full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir, set against breathtaking landscapes. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural experiences in the enchanting Eastern Himalayas.

Tour Itinerary

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 - Darjeeling - Nearly 105 kilometers 3 ½ - 4 hours drive – At an 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 – Evening free to roam around Mall or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Darjeeling

Day : 2 Darjeeling Local Sight Seeing (Half 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 – 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 sight seeing - 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 : 3 Transfer to Kalimpong & Sightseeing at Kalimpong

Early morning Breakfast - After breakfast drive 65 kilometers 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 destinations with bustling market, colorful people and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan range – Check into hotel – Drive for sight seeing tour through scenic road to Forest Museum (Closed On Thursday), Deolo Hill, Hanuman Mandir, Dr Graham Homes, Durbin Monastery, Mangaldham, Pine View Nurseries (Cactus Only) - Back to Kalimpong Hotel– Evening free to roam around the any of the hundred nurseries or the Local market area - Overnight stay at Kalimpong

Day : 4 Transfer to Gangtok & Sight Seeing (Half Day) at Gangtok

After breakfast at hotel - Transfer to Gangtok – 105 kilometers 2 – 2 ½ Hours drive – Check into Hotel at Gangtok -  The capital of the 22nd State of India, Sikkim is one of the most beautiful hill station 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, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, etc – Back to hotel – Evening free - Over Night stay at Gangtok

Day : 5 Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir (Full Day)

 Morning breakfast at hotel –  Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometers 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 -  Nathu La Pass to Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometers and is optional tour - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Over Night stay at Gangtok(Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tshangu Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided)

Day : 6 Departure – Gangtok to Siliguri

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


Inclusions

  • Accommodation is on twin sharing basis
  • Meals : breakfast at all places
  • Transfers from one place to another
  • Sightseeing in private cars
  • Vehicle will be provided based on the itinerary
  • All current taxes such as hotel taxes and transportation taxes
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Exclusions

  • Entrance fees at the monuments/ temples
  • Meals not mentioned in inclusions
  • Personal Expenses / Purchase of things
  • Any kind of insurance
  • Any increase in the govt. taxes and state taxes
  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary.
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Booking & Cancellation Policy

Please note - Irrespective of above mentioned cancellations slabs - in case of cancellation of tour services after the booking is made with us - a minimum 10% service charges would be applicable.

In case you cancel the trip after commencement refund would be restricted to a limited amount that too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation and missed meals etc. we do not bear any responsibility to refund.

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