Jaw-dropping locales, mesmerizing sunrises, the untouched beauty of the hills, the old-world charm of the past, and the welcoming smiles of the local people all add up to make Darjeeling one of the most beautiful hill stations in the Eastern part of India. Spread over a steep mountain ridge, nestled amidst acres of lush green tea plantations, Darjeeling stands at the height of 2,050 meters above sea level, thus boasting of cool climes all year round. This scenic hill station is the perfect getaway for a romantic honeymoon and is just around 700 kilometers away from Kolkata.
A respite from the hot and humid summers of India, Darjeeling is a popular tourist destination in North-East India. Providing a heady mixture of splendid tea gardens on rolling mountain slopes, meandering toy train rides through the picturesque city, and delectable traditional Tibetan cuisine, Darjeeling works wonders to cater to the gorgeous panorama of the Himalayas.
Gangtok Hotels:
Standard : Hotel Potala / Hotel Sonam / Delek / Hotel Junction
Deluxe: Hotel Sikkim Retreat / Sunrise Residency / Hotel Mount Pleasant / Hotel Tashi Thendup
Deluxe Plus: Dewachen Retreat / Sikkim Continental / Juniper Tree
Super Deluxe: Greendale Residence / Gangtok Retreat & Spa / Yarlam Portico / Hotel Sonam Delek / Hotel Le Primula
Darjeeling Hotels:
Standard: Hill Crown Retreat / Hotel Princess
Deluxe: Hotel North Star / Hotel Yuma / Hotel Princess / Hotel Potala
Deluxe Plus: Hotel Yuma / Golden Dolma Spa / Hotel Mohit / Golden Windhorse
Super Deluxe: Himalayan Retreat / Zambala Retreat / Hotel White Yak / Summit Mountain Retreat
Guest will be received from at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) transfer – Gangtok – (Gangtok the capital of Sikkim at a height of 1670 meters / 5480 feet and is the most visited spot of India. Nearly 135 kilometers 4 ½ – 5 hours drive – Check into hotel – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center – OverNight stay at Gangtok
After breakfast drive for the city tour of Gangtok –Sightseeing will be for half day hence the drive will be easy and comfortable.Visit to Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Tashi View Point, Banjhakri Falls, one of the finest falls close to Gangtok, etc – Back to hotel – Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center – There are few discotheques in Gangtok to spend time – Over Night stay at Gangtok.
A day excursion to Tsangu Lake (departure at 07- 7:30 AM hrs ) – situated at a height of 3,780 Mts. with an average depth of 50 ft & Baba Mandir – The shrine maid in memory of sepoy Harbahajan Singh, Back to Gangtok. Evening free. Overnight stay at hotel. Note : Nathu La Pass to RCPublic of China is nearly 20
kilometers and is an optional tour on Extra Cost( if a permit is available).
After breakfast, transfer to Darjeeling (7100 ft / 125 kms / 4½ hrs). Check
in hotel. Evening free to roam. Overnight at Hotel
Early Morning at 0400 AM visit Tiger Hill, famous for sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga, on way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, and back to the hotel. After breakfast proceed to visit Mix points, covering The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, PNZ Zoological Park (closed on Thursday) Tenzing Rock, Tibetans Refuge Centre (closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view), Rope way, Japanese Temple, Ava Art Gallary & Peace pagoda. Overnight stay at hotel.
Nearly 105 kilometers 3 ½ – 4 hours drive – Forwarding Journey.
