The Himalayan range is home to the planet's highest peaks, including the highest, Mount Everest. The Himalayas include over a hundred mountains exceeding 7,200 meters (23,600 ft) in elevation. The Himalayas have profoundly shaped the cultures of South Asia. Many Himalayan peaks are sacred in both Buddhism and Hinduism. Besides the Greater Himalayas of these high peaks there are parallel lower ranges.
2 night(s) in Gangtok
2 night(s) in Lachung
1 night(s) in Gangtok
2 night(s) in Pelling
1 night(s) in Kalimpong
2 night(s) in Darjeeling
Day 1: Arrival At Gangtok
Meet and greet on arrival at New Jalpaiguri railway station or Bagdogra and transfer to Gangtok. Rest of the evening free for own activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 2: Excursion To Tsomgo Lake And Baba Mandir
Full day excursion to Tsomgo Lake ( timing will depend on the issuance of Permit ) - situated at a height of 3,780 mts. with an average depth of 50 ft and Baba Mandir - The shrine made in memory of sepoy Harbhajan Singh. Back to Gangtok. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3: Gangtok To Lachung
After breakfast pick up from hotel at Gangtok and transfer to Lachung ( timing will depend on the issuance of Permit ) via Phodong, Mangan, Singik Chungthang and Maltim. Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 4: Excursion To Yumthang Valley
Early Morning visit Yumthang Valley ( Famous as Valley of variety of Rhododendron ). Yumthang is the summer grazing ground of the yaks and winter playgrounds of yetis. On the way back visit the Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch. Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 5: Lachung To Gangtok
After breakfast leave for Gangtok. On the way stops between singhik, Mangan and if the weather is clear you may get to see the Khangchendzonga Range. This location offers a majestic view of Mt. Pandim, Mt. Kabru, Mt. Simvo, Mt. Jopuno, Mt. Khangchendzonga and Mt. Siniolchu. Visit Phodong Monastery on the way if time permits. Overnight at Gangtok.
Day 6: Gangtok To Pelling
After Breakfast proceed for visit Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms (Closed On Sunday), Do-drul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology (Closed On Sunday). Later transfer transfer to Pelling. One can enjoy the spectacular Eastern Himalayan Range from Pelling. On arrival Check into the hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 7: Full Day Sightseeing In Pelling
Go for a full day sightseeing tour, covering in first half Rimbi Water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Kangchenjunga waterfalls, Khecheopalri wishing Lake. Second half cover the Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins (2nd capital of Sikkim ), Tikjuk view point, Helipad ground. After visit return to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Pelling To Kalimpong
After breakfast transfer to Kalimpong. On arrival at Kalimpong check in at the hotel. Rest of the day free and stay at hotel.
Day 9: Kalimpong Darjeeling
After breakfast proceed for sightseeing program, Covering the Dello, Flower or Orchid Nursery, Dr. Grahams Home, Mangal Dham and Buddhist monastery. Back to hotel. Later transfer to Darjeeling. It is one of the most magnificent hill resorts in the world. Rest of the day free for own activities. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning at 04:00 AM visit Tiger Hill, famous for sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop and back to hotel. After breakfast proceed for visit 7 points, covering The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and PNZ Zoological Park ( both closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, Tibetans Refuge Centre (closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda and Ropeway ( optional, ropeway ride ticket to be paid by guest directly). Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11: Darjeeling Departure
Morning free for packing and transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station or Bagdogra airport for return journey – Tour Ends.