Cities in Northeast Tour Kalimpong Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok
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Day 1: IXB Airport / NJP Railway Station to Kalimpong. (Alt 4100ft) – 75 Kms in 2.5 hrs.
Drive to Kalimpong. Kalimpong is a pretty hill station, with majestic Himalayas in the background and gently rolling hills around. It has a relaxed and unhurried air about it. Check in at Hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Kalimpong.
Day 2: Kalimpong
Half day sightseeing and transfer to Darjeeling – 60 Kms in 2.5 hrs.
After breakfast visit to Dello View Point and Grahams Home with Orchid Nurseries. Durpin Dara view point and Zang Dhok Palri Phodang Monastery, Army Golf Course and Pine View Nursery.
Later drive to Darjeeling. It is one of the most magnificent hills in the world. Check in at Hotel. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Darjeeling.
Day 3: Darjeeling
Early morning at 0400 hrs visit morning 3 points – Tiger Hill Sunrise Point, Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery. After breakfast go for local tour in Darjeeling of 7 points covering Darjeeling Zoo and Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tea garden, Tenzing rock and Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee center (Closed on Sunday). Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Darjeeling.
Optional tour of Toy Train (Joy Ride) can also be arranged on advance request and availability of the tickets at an additional cost.
Day 4: Darjeeling to Pelling (Alt 6100 ft), 85 Kms / 03 hrs
Drive to Pelling in West Sikkim. Pelling is 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. Check in at Hotel. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Pelling.
Day 5: Pelling local sightseeing.
After breakfast start for Pelling local tour covering Kanchenjunga Falls, Rimbi Water Falls and Rock Garden, Darap Village and valley, and Khecheopari Lake. After lunch visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Helipad View Point and Rabdentse Palace Ruins. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Pelling.
Day 6: Pelling to Gangtok (Alt 5500Ft) – Via Namchi
Drive to Gangtok (Capital of Sikkim) Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a traveler’s delight. En-route visit Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse & Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham) in Namchi. (Extra vehicle charges will be applicable on direct payment basis for Chardham Entrance to Temple). Check in at Hotel. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.
Day 7: Excursion Trip to Tsongmo Lake + Baba Mandir
Day excursion trip of Tsongmo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial (13200 ft) 52 kms from Gangtok city. Tsongmo Lake freezes completely during the winter and is much revered by the locals. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.
Optional tour to Nathula Pass (Alt 14000Ft / 4200M) on China Border can also be arranged (Except Mon, Tue) for Indian Nationals on advance request at an additional cost.
Day 8: Gangtok Full day local sightseeing.
After breakfast start for local city tour of Gangtok visit Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Zoo, Tashi View Point, Bakthang Falls, Handicraft Centre, Flower Show, Sikkim Research Institute of Tibetology, Dodurl Chorten, and Botanical Garden. Evening is free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.
Day 9: Gangtok to IXB Airport / NJP Railway Station 130kms in 4hrs
Morning free for packing & personal activities. Check out from hotel and drive to NJP/Bagdogra.