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Sikkim & Darjeeling

Wed, May 01

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Wander Womaniya

Majestic Himalayas | Darjeeling Tea | Nathula Pass | Tsomgo Lake | Mount Everest view (INR 27000)

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Sikkim & Darjeeling
Sikkim & Darjeeling

Time & Location

May 01, 2019, 7:00 AM – May 05, 2019, 7:00 PM

Wander Womaniya, Preet Vihar, Delhi, India

About the event

Day 1: Bagdogra Airport: We will meet here before heading on to Darjeeling. Evening free to explore Darjeeling market

Meals Included: Dinner

Set at an elevation of 2050 m, Darjeeling is a beautiful hill town in West Bengal, popular for its tea plantations. Home to Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this tranquil town makes every visitor experience spectacular views of the Majestic Himalayas. The pleasing weather and soothing ambiance of the place promises to make your trip to Darjeeling memorable.

Day 2: Darjeeling Local Sightseeing

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Wake up early this morning and start your day by driving towards the famous Tiger Hill. As you pass through, thick forests of oak and magnolia, get ready to enjoy a sunrise over Kangchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Tiger Hill is famous to offer a panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga together. As the first rays of the sun hit the place, you get to see the twin peaks of Kanchenjunga painted in shades of pink and orange.

After enjoying this breathtaking sunrise, head back to Darjeeling. En-route, visit Ghoom Monastery, War memorial and Batasia Loop. An age old monastery, Ghoom Monastery is known for its spiritual ambience, beautiful thangkas and alluring surroundings. The monastery holds much importance for Buddhists as it preserves some of the rare Buddhist manuscripts. Batasia Loop is the perfect host to Darjeeling Himalayan toy train, which passes through the place in a loop-like pattern. Near Batasia loop, there is a war memorial dedicated to the brave soldiers who lost their lives for the country during wars and operations after independence.

Enjoy the beautiful views of the tea plantations and snow-capped peaks with a Cable Ride that takes you to the beautiful Rangit Valley from Darjeeling. Explore the true beauty of Darjeeling, which lies in its Tea Estates and pick the best tea for yourself.

Head back to the hotel and enjoy a stroll around the mall in the evening. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Transfer to Gangtok & Half Day Sight Seeing

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

Munch some healthy breakfast in the morning and then take a transfer to Gangtok, located at a distance of 96 km from Darjeeling.

A well-known Buddhist pilgrimage site, Gangtok is nestled amid the high peaks of the Himalayas. Set at an elevation of 1600m, the place allures tourists from all over the world to explore its untouched beauty. Lakes, gardens, monasteries, Gangtok has something for every tourist. Gangtok experiences pleasant weather all throughout the year, this is why, people throng the place to enjoy some time amid natural beauty all through the year.

On reaching, check-in to the hotel and go for sightseeing at major tourist attractions of Gangtok. Do Drul Chorten Stupa is one of the most important Stupas in Sikkim. The stupa features intricate architecture which leaves every visitor mesmerized.

Set on a scenic hill above Gangtok, Enchey Monastery is one of the major attractions of Gangtok. It is believed that the monastery belongs to the Nyingma order of Vajrayana Buddhism. The location where the monastery is located is believed to be blessed by Lama Drupthob Karpo, who was an expert in tantric art of Buddhism. Enchey Monastery is beautifully decorated and features alluring images of the deities Buddha, Loki Sharia, and Guru Padmasambhava. One can find a number of masks in the monastery which are used during the annual religious dances. Do visit other attractions like Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, White Hall and Flower Show. Later, return back to the hotel. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir

Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner

This morning, after having your breakfast, leave for an exciting excursion to IndoChina border "Nathula Pass" (Subject to weather) Tsomgo Lake (38.5 km) and Baba Mandir (54.6 km).

A tranquil and scenic lake, Tsomgo Lake is one of the most popular attractions of Gangtok. Set at an elevation of 3780 m, this glacial lake is considered holy by Sikkimese people. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the lake. The place is a paradise for bird watchers as get to spot a number of Brahmini ducks and migratory birds near the lake.

Located at a distance of around 16 km from Tsomgo Lake is Baba Mandir. A popular pilgrim center, Baba Mandir is believed to possess wish fulfilling powers. The shrine is built in the memory of Baba Harbhajan Singh, who was an Indian Army soldier and lost his life near Nathula Pass. It is believed that he is still ‘on duty’ for the Indian Army and he guards the lives of soldiers posted on the India- China border.

Later, head back to Gangtok. In the evening, go for a stroll around the Mall road or any of the local shopping centers. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Departure - Gangtok to Siliguri

Leave for Coronation bridge early morning followed by hong kong market en-route Siliguri

Meals Included: Breakfast

Catch your flight back home from Bagdogra Airport (126 km)

Inclusions:

Pickup & drop to Bagdogra airport

3* Accommodation

8 meals as per the itinerary

Sightseeing as per the itinerary

Airport transfers as per the group

Exclusions:

Anything not mentioned under the head "Inclusions"

Airfare (Call us for airfare inclusive deals)

For details Call/Whatsapp: 8700864847, 9971820462

Cost:

INR 27000 per person (without airfare)

Tickets

  • Tickets (Without flights)

    If you want to pay in installments or book flights call/whatsapp us on +91 9971820462

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