Darjeeling - Gangtok 13Days Tour

Assistance at the airport/station on arrival and drive to Darjeeling.
DARJEELING
Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. Often referred to as the “Queen of the Hills”, it remains just as alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages and a narrow gauge railway track. Surrounded by World Famous Tea Gardens and snow capped mountains, Darjeeling remains one of the most exotic destinations. Graeme Westlake in his book ‘An introduction to hill stations on India’ refers to Darjeeling as having “A view Scarcely Unrivalled on Earth”.
Overnight at Darjeeling.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Early morning visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise and Himalayan Range like Kanchandzonga, Mount Everest etc. One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden. It is truly a majestic sight and Ghoom Monastery which is oldest Monastery in the area which was built in 1875 and one can see the image of Mythey Buddha 15ft. height on the way back from Tiger Hill.
Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Centre(closed on Sunday), Lebong, Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock and Tea Estate(from outside).
Overnight at Darjeeling.

Activities : Mountaineering

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Pelling.
Located at a distance of 120 kms from Gangtok Pelling is another serene, mountain village which lies in the western districts of Sikkim. This village is situated at an altitude of 2000 mts(approx) and commands a spectacular view of Mt.Kanchenjunga.
Visit of Pemayangtshe Monastery & Rabdantse ruins.
Overnight at Pelling

Activities : Mountaineering

Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for Yuksum on the way visiting, Khechopari Lake, Kanchenjunga Fall and Rambi Falls. Visit to the Dubdi Monastery, Holy Lake & Crowning area of the Sikkim King. Back to hotel at Pelling
Overnight at Pelling

Activities : Mountaineering

Breakfast at the hotel. Later on drive to Gangtok enroute Ravangla. Check in to hotel. Free in the afternoon.
Overnight at Gangtok

Activities : Mountaineering

Sight Seeing of Gangtok visiting Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology(closed on Sundays), Cottage Industry(closed on Sundays), Flower Show Complex and Rumtek Monastery.
GANGTOK
At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then.The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a travellers delight.
Overnight at Gangtok.

Activities : Mountaineering

Breakfast at the hotel in Gangtok and drive to Lachung enroute visiting villages and water falls
Overnight at Lachung

Activities : Mountaineering

Breakfast at the hotel and excursion to Yumthang Valley & back. - The valley of flowers.  Flora, Fauna, Rhododendrons and Primulas and found in abundance.  Yumthang is the summer grazing grounds of the Yaks.  On the way back visit the Sulphur Hot Spring, considered to have medicinal properties.
Overnight at Lachung

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Gangtok. Arrive Gangtok by late evening.
Overnight at hotel

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Breakfast at the hotel and full day excursion to Nathula Pass on the way visiting, Changu Lake at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters.
Visit to Baba Mandir if interested.
Overnight at Gangtok.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Kalimpong

KALIMPONG
At an altitude of 1250m, Kalimpong’s location is ideal for a pleasant , relaxed getaway. Its clement weather has made Kalimpong’s orchids and gladiole well renowned. Up to the early 1700s, the Kalimpong area was part of the Sikkim raja’s domain.In the early 18th century, the Bhutan king also took it over. In 1865, after the Anglo-Bhutan War , it was annexed to Darjeeling. Scottish Missionaries came here in the late 1800s. The town thrived as a wool trading center with Tibet till 1950s. Today it’s a quiet hill resort and a haven for retired people.
Overnight at Kalimpong

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Sightseeing in Kalimpong visiting Zang Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery, Tharpa Choling Monastery, Thongsa Gumpa and flower nurseries. Visit to Lava & Loleygaon.
Overnight at Kalimpong

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bagdogra/NJP in time for flight/train to onward destination.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys