Description
Duration: 05 Days - 04 Nights
Destination: Darjeeling - Gangtok
During the tour, you will get an opportunity to witness the breathtaking sunrise at Tiger Hill, and visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, and Tea Estate in Darjeeling. In addition, embark on Gangtok sightseeing to seek blessings at the temple near Tsomgo Lake - the pride of Sikkim and indulge in many more activities. Book 5 days Darjeeling Gangtok tour package from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, and other cities of India. You will cherish memories of this trip for a lifetime.
Trip Highlights
Visit Tiger Hill to witness the beautiful sunrise
Visit Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom in Gangtok
Enjoy the beauty of Tsomgo Lake, visit Baba Mandir in Gangtok
Explore Do-Drul Chorten and Research Institute of Tibetology.
Visit Tea Gardens, Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, Peace pagoda, and Japanese Temple
Day 1: IXB – Gangtok ( 120 Kms./ 4.5 Hrs.)-
Pick up from Bagdogra Airport and transfer to Gangtok. On arrival check in to the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: In Gangtok-
After breakfast proceed for a day trip to Tsomgo Lake. Also known as Changu Lake, this glacial lake is a popular tourist attraction and is located on the road towards the Nathu La pass. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings here. The next visit is Baba Mandir. This shrine is built in the memory of a brave Indian soldier, Harbhajan Singh who died during the war near the Nathu La Pass. Return to Gangtok. The evening is free for shopping activities. Shop at the very popular M G Marg & Lal Bazar (foreign-style local market of Gangtok). You can buy Canvas Wall Hangings, Thangkas, Woollen Carpets, Traditional Folding Tables, Tea, Sikkimese Traditional Dress, Fruit Juice, etc. Overnight stay at hotel.
Optional tour to Nathula Pass (Alt 14000Ft.) on China Border can also be arranged (Except Mon, Tue) for Indian Nationals only at an additional cost.
Day 3: Gangtok – Darjeeling (115Kms./ 4 Hrs.)
After breakfast proceed for half day sightseeing tour of Gangtok covering Banjhakri Falls, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Flower show, Dro-dul Chorten & Institute of Tibetology. Afternoon drive to Darjeeling (7,100 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 4: In Darjeeling
Early morning, leave for viewing sunrise at Tiger Hill. This is a major attraction amongst the tourists. Have your breakfast and after breakfast visit Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (Closed on Thursday) to see some rare collections of high altitude Himalayan species like Snow leopard, clouded Leopard, Siberian Tiger, Red Panda and many rare mammals and birds in the natural surroundings.
Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday) to see the priceless collection of mountaineering gears used by legendary climbers in the Himalayas. After that, we take you to the Tea garden on the undulating valleys for viewing the scenic landscape and tea plucking and processing.
Visit Ghoom Monaster & Batasia Loop. Also visit the Japanese Temple dedicated to Lord Buddha and constructed in 1972. If you are lucky, you may be able to witness the puja at the time of your visit. Nearby is also the Peace Pagoda which has 4 avatars of Buddha, in the postures of sleeping, sitting, standing and meditating. Don't forget to visit Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center. It was established on 2 October 1959, after they followed Dalai Lama and escaped from Tibet. The production of Tibetan handicraft is the centre's main activity.
Afternoon enjoy shopping on your own at the local market like Ghoom Monastery Market, Batasia Loop Market and Chowk Bazaar. You can buy Hand knitted items, Cheap electronics, Handicrafts & Souvenirs and Woolen clothes. Evening spend at the Mall. Night stay.
Day 5: Darjeeling – IXB Airport (80 Kms./ 3 Hrs.)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Airport to connect the flight for onward destination
Package Includes:
Accommodation using base category Double Room.
Meals specified as above
All transfer and sightseeing by Non AC Tata Sumo/ WagonR/ Similar with all India Tourist permit on point to point basis only.
All currently applicable taxes, however, any other tax as and when levied by the Government shall be extra.
Package Excludes:
Any meal unless specified above.
Any Air Fare/ Train Ticket.
All entrances fees to monuments.
Any Riding
Personal nature expenses like telephone / laundry bills etc.
Airports tax and travel insurance etc.
Services not specified above.
Special Note:
All taxes, entrance fees, airfare, Hotel / Transport rates are as on date. Any future hike will be charged extra.
The rates are valid till 31st March,2020 including X- Mass & New Year. Gala dinner charge is applicable on direct payment basis if arranged.
The above is only an offer and we are not holding any booking at this stage, booking would be subject to availability once confirmed by you along with guest details & guarantee to book.
Important:
Identity Proof : It is Mandatory for all guests to provide Photo ID + VISA at the time of booking confirmation.
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