Mystic Darjeeling With Gangtok
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Places Coverd
- Darjeeling
- Gangtok
Hghlights
- Tiger Hill
- Ghoom Monastery
- Batasia Loop
- Japanese Temple
- Tea garden
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
- Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park
- Changu Lake (Tsomgo lake)
- Baba Temple
- Nathula Pass (Optional)
Duration:
03 Nights/04 DaysDescriptions
Darjeeling and Gangtok are two beautiful destinations in the northeastern part of India, each offering unique experiences and stunning landscapes. Here’s a brief overview of both places and how to plan a trip combining both:
Darjeeling
- Location: West Bengal
- Attractions:
- Tiger Hill: Famous for its spectacular sunrise view over the Kanchenjunga range.
- Darjeeling Himalayan Railway: A UNESCO World Heritage site, also known as the Toy Train.
- Batasia Loop: A scenic railway loop with panoramic views.
- Tea Gardens: Explore the lush tea plantations and enjoy tea tasting.
- Peace Pagoda: A beautiful stupa that offers a serene environment.
Gangtok
Location: Sikkim - Attractions:
- MG Road: The main thoroughfare with shops, cafes, and a vibrant atmosphere.
- Tsongmo Lake: A glacial lake about 40 km from Gangtok, perfect for nature lovers.
- Buddha Park: Home to a massive statue of Buddha surrounded by beautiful gardens.
- Rumtek Monastery: A significant Buddhist monastery with stunning architecture.
- Nathula Pass: A mountain pass on the Indo-China border, accessible with special permits.
Daywise Tour Itinerary
Arrival & Transfer to Darjeeling :
Our representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - He will assist guest for the forwarding journey to Darjeeling– Reach Darjeeling and check into the hotel - In the evening one is free to stroll around Mall / local market - Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Darjeeling Local Sighteeing To Gangtok Transfer :
Early morning (at around 4 AM) start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise (Depending on the availability of tickets ), Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, War Memorial. Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock, Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Tea garden and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (Close on Thursday). Sightseeing places are dynamically set depending upon local authority permission and time factors. it is may not possible to visit all the places but the important ones are covered for the satisfaction of guest. Then transfer to Darjeeling. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Excursion to Changu Lake & Baba Temple :
After breakfast day excursion to the oval shaped changu lake /Tsomgo Lake (40 kms from Gangtok departure in the morning) - situated at a height of 3,780 mts. with an average depth of 50 ft and home to the Brahminy duck and several migratory birds. On the way stop at Kyongnosla The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Travel to Baba Mandir another 17 kms beyond Tsomgo lake.Return to Gangtok. Overnight halt at Gangtok Hotel.
*(Optional Visit Nathu La Pass, not included in the package)
Departure to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) :
After breakfast transfer to Pelling and check in at the hotel .Rest of the day is free for individual activity. Enjoy the local beauty of pelling .Overnight stay at Pelling.
Includes
Excludes
- 5 % GST
- Local taxi fare
- Nathula pass / Zero point
- Toy train tay ride cost/River rafting/ Roapway (waiting charge )
- Meal Plan except as Mentioned
- Air Fare / Train Fare
- Water Sport Activities (Rafting at Malli)
- All Entry Fees/ parking
- Other Exclusions
- Heater
- Any expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, fax etc.
- Any kind of drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral etc)
