Heritage Journey Tour

3N Gangtok , 2N Pelling and 1N Kalimpong
7 days

From

US$ 277

per person

About the tour

Located in the state of Sikkim, Pelling is a very prominent hill station well-known for its natural splendor and serenity. It is situated at a distance of just 10 Kms from Geyzing which is the district headquarters. Being nestled beautifully in the grand Himalayas, tourists throng the place in search of peace, tranquility and scenic beauty.

Accommodation

The Nettle and Fern Hotel

Included in the price

Gangtok

  • All transfer by Non AC Indica / Wagon R / Tata Sumo / Similar
  • All permit fees and hotel taxes
  • Sightseeing as per the itinerary - vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis)

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive Gangtok

Arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport. Transfer to Gangtok (5500 ft /130 kms / 04 hrs) and check in at the hotel. Visit M.G. Marg by walking and evening individual activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 2: Gangtok Full Day Tour

After breakfast you will start your full day Gangtok tour which will cover Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday and govt. holidays), Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom (Closed on Sunday and Govt. Holidays), Dro-dul Chorten, Nam Nang View Point (Ropeway on direct payment basis), Burtuk Falls, Ranka Monastery, Enchey Monastery and Banjakhri Falls. Evening back to hotel. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 3: Tsomgo Lake And Baba Mandir

After breakfast depart for full day excursion trip to Tsomgo Lake (12400 ft) and Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir which is only 32 km. from Gangtok. The lake is about 1 km long, oval in shape and 15 mtrs deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people. Spend the evening at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity. Overnight stay at Gangtok. (In case of Land slide or any reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing).

Day 4: Gangtok To Pelling

After breakfast transfer to Pelling (6000 ft / 118 kms / 04 hrs). Check in at the hotel. Evening free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

Day 5: Pelling Full Day Tour

After breakfast we drive to Yuksom (5840 Ft / 1780 Mts, 35 Kms / 02 Hrs). On the way panoramic sightseeing of Darap Village, Rimbi Water fall and Hydro Project, Khecheopalri Lake (6000 Ft / 1829 Mts), it is one of the sacred Buddhist mountain lake and it is believed that whatever is wished in front of the lake comes true. Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and Kanchenjunga Water fall. The routes are forested and the botanical and zoological richness is inspiring. A further drive takes you to Yuksom (the meeting place of three monks) - the first capital of Sikkim, Sewaro Rock Garden, Rimbi water Falls and Khachoedpalri Lake, Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins and New Helipad Ground. This was the place where the first Chogyal (a ruling dynasty in Sikkim) was crowned. Evening back to Pelling and overnight at hotel.

Day 6: Pelling To Kalimpong Half Day Sightseeing

After breakfast drive to Kalimpong. 65 kilometers nearly 1 ½ hours to 2 hours drive. Kalimpong situated on the foothills of the Himalayas is a green destination at an altitude of 1243 meters / 4078 feet. It is a historical destinations with bustling market, colorful people and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan range - The scenic beauty on the way are beautiful and there are lot of shops selling antics and local handicraft worth buying. Check into hotel. Later cover your half day with Dello hills, Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Chitra Bhanu and Kalim Temple, Jang-Dong-Palriffo Brang, Durbin Dara Hills, Flower Nurseries, Dr Graham's Homes complex with its historic church and well maintained grounds founded in 1900 by Rev. Dr. J A Graham, a Scottish missionary, Delo Hill (5556 ft) appears to be the roof- of- the- world, is the highest point in Kalimpong. The scenic beauty on the way are beautiful and there are lot of shops selling antics and local handicraft worth buying. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 7: Departure

After breakfast, transfer to New Jalpaiguri railway station / Bagdogra airport (125 kms / 05 Hrs) for your onward journey.

Exclusions

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  • Air fare / train fare. Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (toy train), porterage. Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary. Entrance fees & guide charges. Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot). Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure. Room heater charges. Service tax. Insurance. (the cat holidays recommend to get the travel insurance done through us at a nominal cost when you are going for a vacation to the north east region of india always) Anything which is not included in the inclusion. Difference in cost arising due to change in fuel price (calculation based on petrol inr 70 per liter & diesel inr 58 per liter) Difference in cost arising due to extra usage of vehicle, other than scheduled & mentioned in the itinerary. Difference in cost arising due to change in taxes by the government which will have to be collected directly on arrival.The luxury vehicle (scorpio / xylo) will be provided to the guest for the complete tour. The vehicle changes every day/sector wise and will be on contract as per the itinerary. This vehicle is not on disposal. Also while opting for luxury vehicle please informs the guest to travel light with minimum baggage of one piece per person. In case of excess baggage the guest will have to opt for an extra vehicle for carrying the excess baggage. The cost for this will be collected directly from the guest. Maximum 06 heads (including adult & children) will be allowed in a scorpio / xylo. Maximum 08 heads (including adult & children) are allowed in non ac Tata sumo / similar. Ac of this luxury vehicle will only operate in plain and not in hills. Children above 10+ years will be charged 100% as per Adult Rate (EPSR) Children of 5+ to 10 sharing parent’s room will be charged as per CWB or CNB Children below 5 years Complimentary

Terms and Conditions

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  • Rates are valid for Indian Nationals only
  • The vehicle changes every day/sector wise and will be on contract as per the itinerary.
  • This vehicle is not on disposal. Also while opting for luxury vehicle please informs the guest to travel light with minimum baggage of one piece per person.
  • In case of excess baggage the guest will have to opt for an extra vehicle for carrying the excess baggage.
  • The cost for this will be collected directly from the guest. Maximum 06 heads (including adult & children) will be allowed in a scorpio / xylo. Maximum 08 heads (including adult & children) are allowed in non ac Tata sumo / similar.
  • Ac of this luxury vehicle will only operate in plain and not in hills.
  • Children above 10+ years will be charged 100% as per Adult Rate (EPSR)
  • Children of 5+ to 10 sharing parent’s room will be charged as per CWB or CNB

Starting from

US$ 277

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