Gangtok (3N) – Pelling (2N)- Darjeeling (2N)
Overview
Sikkim is a state in northeast India, bordered by Bhutan, Tibet and Nepal. Part of the Himalayas, the area has a dramatic landscape that includes India’s highest mountain, 8,586m Kangchenjunga. Sikkim is also home to glaciers, alpine meadows and thousands of varieties of wildflowers. Steep paths lead to hilltop Buddhist monasteries such as Pemayangtse, which dates to the early 1700s.
Highlights
- Siliguri to Gangtok.
- Gangtok City Sightseeing.
- Tsomgo Lake , New Baba Mandir & Nathu La Pass excursion.
- Gangtok to Pelling.
- Pelling Sightseeing.
- Pelling to Darjeeling.
- Darjeeling Sightseeing.
- Darjeeling to Siliguri.
Itinerary
Receive from NJP Station or Bagdogra Airport. Transfer to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Check in Your Hotel. Evening free to explore the beautiful city. Overnight at Gangtok.
After breakfast we proceed to Gangtok local sightseeing visit Banjhakri Waterfalls, Do drul chorten, Namgyal institute of tibetology, Ropeway (Depends on weather conditions), Flower show, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Bakthang waterfalls, Tashi View point. After sightseeing back to hotel. Evening free time for personal activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
After breakfast we proceed to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & New Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Proceed further to Nathula Pass – Indo Chaina Border . ( Nathula Pass subjected to availability of Permit and extra payment directly payable to Drivers) Enjoy the evening at leisure. Shop around at M.G. Marg & explore the city on your own. Enjoy overnight stay in Gangtok.
VISIT TO NATHULA PASS (14450FT) NOT INCLUDED: The road to Nathula passes through the Tsomgo Lake. It is one of the highest motorable roads in the world and is richly surrounded by alpine flora. On a clear day you can even see the road winding down the Chumbi valley. Tourists are allowed to go close to the international border from where you can see Chinese soldiers on the other side of the barbed wire. Nathula is open for Indian nationals on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays.(Rs.6000 /-per Vehicle Vehicle Extra to Visit Nathula Pass).(If due to landslide or bad road condition Tsomgo Lake is closed then alternate sightseeing will be provided).
Two passport size photo + 1 valid ID proof with address for eg. aadhar card, voter id, passport, driving license for each members above 5 years is required to create permit.***
After Morning Breakfast Proceed to Pelling. On the way visit Namchi South Sikkim (Chardham),Ravangla (Buddha Park), Chardham.Reach Pelling by evening. Check in hotel.Overnight at Pelling.
After breakfast procced to pelling sighseeing Visit Khecheopalri Lake, Sky Walk, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse – The Ancient Kingdom of Sikkim, Rimbi waterfalls, After sightseeing back to hotel. Overnight at Pelling.
After Morning Breakfast checkout from hotel and transfer to Darjeeling – which is one of the most magnificent hill resorts in the world. Evening free to explore this Hill Queen. (walking tour of Mall is suggested) Overnight Halt Darjeeling.
Early morning visit to Tiger Hill to witness the Beautiful Sunrise. Experience the Mighty Kanchanjungha Mountain. also Visit Batasia Loop- War memorial & Ghoom Monastery. After sightseeing Come back at Hotel After Breakfast proceed for Mixed Points sightseeing including Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Rock Garden, HMI + Zoo(Thursday Close), Tenzing Rock, Tea garden. Evening free at the Mall & market. Overnight Darjeeling.
After morning breakfast check out from hotel & free time until drop to Siliguri NJP/IXB. Trip End.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- 03 Nights hotel accommodations in Gangtok.
- 02 Nights hotel accommodations in Pelling.
- 02 Nights hotel accommodations in Darjeeling.
- 07 Breakfast in hotel.
- Transfer From Siliguri to Gangtok.
- Full day Gangtok city sightseeing.
- Tsomgo Lake , New Baba Mandir & Nathu La Pass excursion.
- Tsomgo Lake Permit.
- Transfer From Gangtok to Pelling Via Namchi.
- Full day Pelling Sightseeing.
- Transfer From Gangtok to Darjeeling.
- Full day Darjeeling Sightseeing.
- Transfer From Darjeeling to Siliguri.
- Private transfer from Siliguri – Gangtok – Darjeeling – Siliguri.
- All sightseeing & tours by independent & well-maintained Vehicle.
Cost Excludes
- Lunch & dinner.
- Guest Insurance.
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
- Personal Expenses.
- 5% GST.
- All Entry fees.
- Air Fare / Train Fare.