Gangtok to Darjeeling – Monasteries & Peaks

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Package Itinerary

Day 1

Flight Optional
Indigo
AHMEDABAD 05:00:00
NEW DELHI 06:40:00
Indigo
NEW DELHI 12:25:00
BAGDOGRA 14:25:00
Hotels
The Swiss Hotel

Sight Seeing

Explore on your own
Meal

Meals as per hotel plan

Day 2

Hotels
The Swiss Hotel

Sight Seeing
  • Visit To Tiger Hill
  • Visit To Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial
  • Visit To Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (Closed on Thursday)
  • Visit To Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday)
  • Visit To Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center (Closed on Sunday)
Meal

Meals as per hotel plan

Day 3

Hotels
Summit Norling Resort & Spa

Sight Seeing

Explore on your own
Meal

Meals as per hotel plan

Day 4

Hotels
Summit Norling Resort & Spa

Sight Seeing
  • Visit Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
Meal
  • Meals as per hotel plan

Day 5

Hotels
Hotel Garden Reach

Sight Seeing
  • Visit To Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brong Monastery (Durpin Dara Monastery )
  • Visit To Flower & Orchid Nurseries
  • Visit To Dello Hill
Meal

Meals as per hotel plan

Day 6

Flight Optional
Indigo
BAGDOGRA 12:30:00
NEW DELHI 14:40:00
Indigo
NEW DELHI 17:55:00
AHEMDABAD 19:30:00
Hotels
Hotel Garden Reach

Sight Seeing

Departure
Meal

Meals as per hotel plan
Inclusions
  • Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar as per meal plans mentioned.
  • All transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary by AC Innova / Xylo / Scorpio (Maximum 06 Pax).
  • Vehicle will be strictly on point to point basis (Not on disposal basis).
  • All parking charges and Road taxes, toll taxes.
  • Assistance by our representatives during airport/station transfers.
Exclusions
  • Guide Charges
  • Porter Charges
  • Entry Fees
  • Personal Expenses : such as Laundry, Telephone Calls, Alcoholic & Non Alcoholic Beverages, Food (if not included)
  • Additional Sightseeing or usage of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any services not mentioned in the itinerary
  • High Season Surcharge
  • GST 5%
  • Mandatory Xmas and new year Gala dinner if any will be payable directly at hotel by guest
IMPORTANT :
  • In case of non availability of the rooms the booking will be shifted to similar category hotels.
  • Any Indian National visiting Sikkim is required to carry a Photo ID Proof (Voter ID / Passport / Driving License) in order to obtain Tsomgo Lake permit for the above.
  • Non Indian Passport holders are not allowed to visit Baba Mandir.
  • Non Indian Passport holders are required to obtain inner line permit.

Please note the following points about the sightseeing tours in our itineraries along with timings at each of the destinations :

  • Darjeeling Morning Sightseeing Covering 03 Points for 03 Hrs 0400-0700 Hrs / 0430-0730 Hrs (Subject to clear weather condition)
  • Darjeeling Local Sightseeing Covering 07 Points for 04 Hrs 0900-1300 Hrs / 1330-1730 Hrs (Only in morning or Afternoon as per any of the given timings)
  • Darjeeling Rock Gardens and Ganga Maiya Park Sightseeing for 04 Hrs 0900 Hrs-1300 Hrs / 13.30 Hrs-17.30 Hrs (Only in morning or Afternoon as per any of the given timings)
  • Kalimpong Local sightseeing for 03 Hrs 0900 Hrs-1200 Hrs
  • Gangtok – Morning Sightseeing Covering 03 Points for 03 Hrs 0500 Hrs-0800 Hrs (Not included in package)
  • Gangtok Local City Tour for 04 Hrs 0900-1300 Hrs
  • Gangtok Tsomgo Lake Tour for 05 Hrs 0800-1400 Hrs

Please carefully note the opening and closing days of each of the sightseeing points given in the itinerary. Most of the 7 sightseeing points in Darjeeling are closed on Thursday s, Forests are also closed on Thursdays, In Gangtok, Institute of Tibetology Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms are closed on Sundays. Nathula Pass is subject to the availability of permits and is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

Payment Policy

Advance Booking Fee

  • 30 days or more before date of departure: 25% of total cost
  • 29 – 20 days before date of departure: 50% of total cost
  • 19 – 16 days before date of departure: 100% of total cost

Important : The booking stands liable to be cancelled if 100% payment is not received 16 days prior to departure date and received amount will be fully forfeited.

Cancellation Policy

If you Cancel your Holiday

You or any member of your party may cancel their travel arrangements at any time. Written notification or an e-mail to that effect from the person who made the booking must be received at our office. The cancellation charges applicable are as per the published cancellation policy below:

Cancellation charges per person

  • 30 days or more before departure: 25% of total cost
  • 29 – 20 days before departure: 50% of total cost
  • Less than 16 days before departure: 100% of total cost

If we change or cancel your holiday

  • We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements.
  • Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date.
  • We also reserve the right under any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements by assigning reasons to you.
  • If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements due to reasons beyond our control (e.g. bad weather):We shall first try to offer alternative dates for the tour if the tour hasn’t already commenced.
  • If the tour has already commenced, then we shall refund the booking price/fee charged to you on a pro-rata basis depending on the portion of the tour utilized by you.
  • In all circumstances, however, our liability shall be limited to refunding to you the price we charged as tour fees.

If you want to change your holiday plan
After confirmation of services, if you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost incurred due to amendment will be borne by you.

If you have a complaint
If you face any problem during your holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g. your hotelier, transporter etc.) and/or our representative immediately who will endeavour to set things right. If your complaint is not resolved locally, please follow this up within 28 days of your return home by writing to us, with your booking reference and all other relevant information. However, please be advised that while we are happy to assist you in the redressal of your complaint, if any, we will be able to extend only our best efforts in managing/coordinating your complaint with the respective service provider. All third party service providers are independent contractors who are at no time under our control or supervision.

All booking vouchers and tickets will be provided 3 days before departure.

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary
Day 1 - Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri - Darjeeling

Welcome on arrival at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and transfer to Darjeeling (95kms/3hrs). Once the summer capital of India, Darjeeling is a land of infinite variety and charm. It will cater you a mix-experience of lively nature & charming Himalayan people. It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama-Religion. Surrounded by Tea gardens; this little town faces some of the highest peaks of the Himalayas. Take rest and then walk around town to appreciate the new culture you are in. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 - Darjeeling local sightseeing two points (04 AM to 07AM) and best points (9.30 AM to 1.30 PM or 2.00 PM to 6.00 PM)

Early morning start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on the Mt. Kanchendzonga (World’s 3rd highest peak), Visit Ghoom Monastery (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY). Breakfast at the Hotel followed by half day local Best points sightseeing covering Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (Closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center (Closed on Sunday), Ropeway (entry fees not included), walk around visit to the Mall and Local Market (Closed on Thursday). Evening Free for shopping & individual activity, overnight at hotel.

Day 3 - Darjeeling to Gangtok

Morning transfer to Gangtok (105kms/4hrs). At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. Evening free for individual activity and leisure, overnight at hotel.

Day 4 - Excursion trip to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir

AM start for a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12400ft), which is only 32kms from Gangtok City, the lake is almost about 1Km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people; further 12Kms visit the Baba Mandir, dedicated to the soldier Harbhajan Singh. Evening free at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity.

Day 5 - Transfer to Kalimpong and local sightseeing

Morning after breakfast transfer to Kalimpong (80Kms / 02 Hours) and later the half day Local Sight Seeing In and Around Kalimpong City, covering Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brong Monastery (Durpin Dara Monastery ), Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill. Evening free for individual activity. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 - Kalimpong - Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri

Morning after breakfast departure transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport (75 Kms / 03 Hours).Tour Ends.

About the place

Kalimpong

Away from the hustle-bustle of metropolitan cities, Kalimpong welcomes you with open arms to experience the best that nature has to offer. Located in the state of West Bengal in western India, Kalimpong is a hill station and the subdivision of the Darjeeling district. It is one of the largest sub-divisions of India. Kalimpong is still a hidden gem, but once you visit this exotic town, there is no turning back. A scenic backdrop of the Himalayan Mountains with their snow-covered peaks and lush green surroundings, Kalimpong is undoubtedly a visual treat.

Kalimpong is situated at an amazing altitude of 1250 meters, lying a little lower as compared to its neighboring towns of Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Siliguri. The weather in Kalimpong is pleasant with moderate climate round the year making it one of the most preferred tourist destinations in western India. About 40,000 tourists visit Kalimpong every year to get spectacular sights of Kanchenjunga snow peaks, monasteries, flower nurseries, temples and more. It also offers a gateway to other touristy places like Lava, Loleygaon, and Pedong.

Gangtok

Nestled between the mighty peaks of the Himalayas, the city of Gangtok rises as a center for Tibetology and Tibetan Buddhist culture. It is the capital of the state of Sikkim in India and a popular destination for globetrotters. With its stunning views of Mount Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world, this beautiful city gained prominence after the construction of Enchey Monastery.

Today, Gangtok is home to many monasteries and educational institutions. The Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Himalayan Zoological Park, Ganesh Tok, Enchey Gompa and White Memorial Hall, are few of the attractions in Gangtok. Another feature of the city, is that it acts as a gateway to other parts of the state. It is very easy to travel to the various places of interest in Sikkim from Gangtok like Tsomgo Lake, Yumthang Valley, Nathu La Pass, Pelling and more.

Darjeeling

Lying amidst the slopes of the Lesser Himalayas and blanketed by emerald green plantations of tea, Darjeeling is a picturesque town in the Indian state of West Bengal. The majestic Kangchenjunga towers over this beautiful town, which is the third highest mountain in the world. Popularly known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’, Darjeeling provided stunning locations for many Bollywood movies including Barfi, Main Hoon Na and Aradhana.

Developed by the British, the colonial era architecture can still be seen everywhere in Darjeeling. Tiger Hill offers a spectacular view of both Mount Everest and Mount Kangchenjunga. Lloyd’s Botanical Garden has a collection of several species of flora including oak, magnolia and bamboo. Go on an adventurous trek up to Sandakphu in Singalila Range, the highest peak in West Bengal and feast your eyes on the spellbinding panorama.