Darjeeling 2N | Pelling 2N | Gangtok 2N
Day 1: Bagdogra (IXB) Airport / New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station To Darjeeling. (90 Kms / 3 Hrs)
On arrival at Bagdogra (IXB) Airport / New Jalpaiguri (NJP) railway station start your drive to Darjeeling (Alt: 7100 Fts), fondly called “Queen of the Hills”. It is famous for its tea gardens; the spectacular views of Kangchenjunga and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On arrival check-in to your Hotel and freshen up yourself. Evening is free to roam around the market and spend the time on your own. Night halt will be at Darjeeling.
After breakfast proceed for Batasia Loop, Ghoom Monastery, Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, P.N.H. Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Thursday close), panoramic view of Tea garden, Gombu & Tenzing rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-help centre (Closed on Sunday) and Ropeway (Ticket cost not included). Evening is free to roam around the market and spend the time on your own. Night halt will be at Darjeeling. Optional Additional Cost: Tiger Hill (Visit for Sunrise View @ 04:00 am): Only on advance request of 48 Hrs prior. (Subject to availability of coupons) Cost: Rs. 700 per vehicle. Optional Additional Cost: Toy Train Joy Ride: Station Transfers: Rs. 700 per vehicle; Ticket Price (Per Person): Rs. 1100 (Diesel Engine) | Rs. 1600 or 1700 (Steam Engine)
After breakfast drive to Pelling (Alt 6100 ft), in West Sikkim. Pelling offers breathtaking view of the Khangchendzonga and surrounding ranges. Its serene environment and picturesque setting is perfect for nice nature walks and small treks. On arrival check-in to your Hotel and freshen up yourself. Evening is free to stroll around and enjoy the calm and peaceful climate of Pelling. Night halt will be at Pelling.
After breakfast proceed for Pelling local tour covering Kanchenjunga Falls, Darap Village and valley, and Khecheopari Lake. After lunch visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Palace Ruins and Chenrezig Statue & Skywalk. Return back to hotel and rest. Evening is free for fun with your families at the hotel. Night halt will be at Pelling.
After breakfast start your drive towards Gangtok (Alt 5500Ft) (Capital of Sikkim) and the heart of the state. Surrounded by monasteries it is also known as “Land of Monastries”. On arrival proceed for a half day Gangtok city tour. Visit Bakthang Falls, Enchey Monastery, Flower Show, Sikkim Research Institute of Tibetology, Dodurl Chorten and Handicraft Centre. On arrival check-in to your Hotel and freshen up yourself. Evening is free to roam around the market and spend the time on your own. Night halt will be at Gangtok.
After breakfast proceed for a day excursion trip of Tsongmo Lake. It is a glacial lake situated at an elevation of 12,400 ft. and is considered sacred by the local people. Then proceed to Baba Mandir (New Temple) (13200 ft). Return back to Gangtok. Night halt will be at Gangtok. Optional additional sightseeing: Nathula Pass (Closed on Monday and Tuesday) Cost: Rs. 5500 per vehicle.
Morning check out from hotel and drive to Bagdogra (IXB) Airport / New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Railway Station