Glimpses Of Darjeeling - Gangtok

After reaching New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra/NGP Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) You will board a shared taxi or Sumo and transfer yourself to Gangtok. Hotel name and GPS location with Contact No would be provided to you. Gangtok the capital of Sikkim Suits all from tranquillity to adventure, land of monastery, mystic rituals & festivals at a height of 1670 meters / 5480 feet and is the most visited spot of India. It is one of the most beautiful towns with varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids and butterflies Nearly 135 kilometres 4 - 5 hours drive. Check into hotel. Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping centre - Over Night stay at Gangtok.

Activities : Mountaineering

Morning breakfast at hotel Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometres and 2 hours drive along with 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. This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds Nearby are the sacred Baba Mandir is known to be a very holy site for all - Nathu La Pass to the Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometres and is optional( Permit and Car Charges to Nathula Extra) - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping centre - Over Night stay at Gangtok.

Activities : Sightseeing

After a leisurely breakfast, we proceed to Darjeeling at a 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 (UNESCO). The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) and the famous Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park - Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around Mall or local Shopping centre - Over Night stay at Darjeeling.

Activities : Forts and Palaces

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 the hotel for breakfast - After breakfast rest for half an hour After breakfast next round of sightseeing - Half Day city tour includes 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.

Activities : Museums

After breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) - The drive is through hills and with scenic beauty. Stoppage at Rangpo / Chitrey or Melli for a cup of Tea is advisable if time permits. One-stop at Coronation bridge if time permits. Guest are advised to start early and not to rush.End Of Tour.

Activities : Mountaineering