Gangtok is one of the more popular hill destinations in India's northeast region. Most travelers visit Gangtok with the idea of catching a glimpse of the spectacular Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world. On a bright, sunlit day it is a sight to behold. Part of the lower Shivalik hills of mighty Himalayas, Gangtok stands at an altitude of 5047 feet (null.3 meters). Gangtok roughly means 'Majestic or Lofty Hill'.
2 night(s) in Gangtok
2 night(s) in Lachung
1 night(s) in Gangtok
3 night(s) in Darjeeling
Day 01: New Jalpaiguri / Ixb To Gangtok
Meet and Greet on arrival at New Jalpaiguri / Bagdogra and transfer to Gangtok. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 0: Excursion To Tsomgo Lake And Baba Mandir
A day excursion to Tsomgo Lake - situated at a height of 3,780 Mts. with an average depth of 50 ft and Baba Mandir - The shrine maid in memory of sepoy Harbahajan Sing. Back to Gangtok. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03 : Gangtok To Lachung
After breakfast pick up from hotel at Gangtok and transfer to Lachung (altitude 8610 ft). Via Phodong, Mangan, Singik Chungthang and Maltim, Lunch on the way. Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 04 : Excursion To Yumthang Valley And Back
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 ( Myth ). On the way back visit the Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch. Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 05 : Lachung To Gangtok
After breakfast departure (8.00 am,) for the Gangtok, Rest of the day free for own activities. Over night stay at hotel.
Day 06 : Gangtok To Darjeeling
After breakfast start half day city tour of Gangtok covering Rumtek Monastery, JL Botanical Garden, Do-Dul Chorten, Institute of Tibetology (closed on Sunday), Flower show and Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms(Closed On Sunday). After completion of Gangtok city tour, transfer to Darjeeling. Arrive Darjeeling transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 07 : In Darjeeling
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 hotel. After breakfast proceed for visit 7 points ,covering The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and PNZ Zoological Park ( both closed on Thursday) Tenzing Rock, Tibetan self Help Refuge Centre (closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda and Ropeway ( operational, ropeway ride ticket to be paid by guest directly). Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 08 : Excursion To Mirik And Pashupati Market
Today after breakfast we take you to MIRIK, a small picturesque hill station at 5100ft (1761m) with a beautiful lake surrounded by forested hills on all sides with the back drop of Mt Kanchenjunga. The drive to Mirik runs through some fascinating tea gardens and pine forests. Enjoy horse ride and boating at the lake, ( boating payment direct). On the way back to Darjeeling return via Pashuati Market in Nepal India border(need extra vehicle to enter into the market, direct payment). Return to Hotel in the afternoon and have free evening.
Day 09 : Darjeeling To New Jalpaiguri / Ixb
Morning free for packing and transfer to New Jalpaiguri Station or Bagdogra airport for return journey.