Royal Himalaya - Deluxe

2N Gangtok , 2N Pelling , 1N Kalimpong and 2N Darjeeling
8 days

From

$ 360

per person

About the trip

Spread in ribbons over a steep mountain ridge, surrounded by emerald-green tea plantations and towered over by the majestic Khangchendzonga (8598m), Darjeeling is the definitive Indian hill station.On the steep and bustling streets winding through town, you can lose yourself amid an array of Himalayan faces from Sikkim, Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet. And finally, when energies start to flag, a good, steaming Darjeeling brew is never far away.

Accommodation

The Lindsay Himalayan Heights Hotel

2 night(s) in Gangtok

Room Type: Super Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Tashi Gang Resort

2 night(s) in Pelling

Room Type: Super Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Sood's Himalayan Vista

1 night(s) in Kalimpong

Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Hotel Villa Everest

2 night(s) in Darjeeling

Room Type: Deluxe Room
Meals Included: None

Included in the price

Gangtok

  • Day Excursion to Tsangu Lake & Baba Mandir - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)
  • Transfer from Gangtok to Pelling - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)
  • Gangtok Half Day Tour - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)
  • Transfer From Bagdogra/NJP to Gangtok - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)

Pelling

  • Pelling - Yuksom Excursion - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)
  • Transfer from Pelling to Kalimpong - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)

Kalimpong

  • Transfer from Kalimpong to Darjeeling - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)

Darjeeling

  • Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing Tour (10 Points) - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)
  • Transfer From Darjeeling to Bagdogra / NJP - AC Luxury Vehicle (Scorpio/Xylo)

Day-wise Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival In Gangtok

Upon your meet and greet with our representative at Bagdogra Airport or at NJP Railway Station, a transfer will be arranged to the peaceful hill station of Gangtok (130 kms / 5 hrs). Check in at your hotel in this beautiful destination and start to get familiar with your surroundings. In the evening, set out on a shopping spree along the roads of main market area M.G Marg. Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day Exursion To Tsangu Lake & Baba Madir

  • After breakfast, prepare for a full day excursion to glacial Tsomgo Lake (12,310 feet), and the temple of Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir (a very holy site for all) - at a short distance of only 40 kms from Gangtok.
  • Home to the Brahmini ducks and many migratory birds, the 1 kilometer long lake is oval shaped and nearly 50 feet deep. The surface reflects different colours with change of seasons and is held in great reverence by the local Sikkimese folk. Spend the evening in Gangtok for some recreational activities such as shopping and a delicious local dinner. Overnight stay in Gangtok.
  • In case of Land slide or any reason Tshangu Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.
  • NRI, OCI, PIO Card holder & Foreign National are not allowed to visit Baba Mandir & Nathula Pass. They are allowed to visit till Tshangu Lake, with a valid permit. They also have to be 02 & above is number to visit Tshangu Lake.

Day 3: Gangtok Half Day Sightseeing Tour & Transfer To Pelling

After breakfast go for local sightseeing covering Jhakri Water Falls along with Do-rul Chhorten, Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on Sunday) and Flower Show. Afternoon transfer to Pelling (6000 ft / 132 kms / 5 hrs). Overnight at hotel in Pelling.

Day Excursion To Yuksom

After breakfast we drive to Yuksom (5840 Ft / 1780 Mts, 35 Kms / 02 Hrs) on way panoramic sightseeing of Darap Village, Rimbi Water fall & 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 & Kanchanjunga 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. This was the place where the first Chogyal (a ruling dynasty in Sikkim) was crowned. Evening Back to Pelling and Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5: Transfer From Pelling To Kalimpong

Transfer for Kalimpong (3937 Ft / 1200 Mts, 115 Kms / 05 to 06 Hrs). Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6: Transfer From Kalimpong To Darjeeling

After breakfast, prepare for your transfer to Darjeeling (7380 ft / 2250 mts / 85 kms / 3-4 hrs). Check in & overnight at hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 7: Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing Tour With Tiger Hill

  • Spend your day today witnessing a magnificent sunrise over the Himalayas and exploring local tourist attractions. To watch the blaze of rapidly changing colors of the snow peaks as the sun strikes, set out early in the morning, before dawn (4 am), to the highest point in Darjeeling Tiger Hill (2590 m) - for views of a breathtaking sunrise and its reflection rays over the Kanchenjunga Ranges and other impressive Himalayan peaks. On the way back to your hotel, visit Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery. Expected arrival time at hotel: 7 am.
  • After freshening up and a hearty breakfast at your hotel, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Tuedays), Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Darjeeling Ropeway Ride (Ticket cost not included & will be approx INR 180.00 per person), Tenzing - Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (closed on Sundays), Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda, and panoramic view of Tea Estate. End your lovely city tour day with an overnight stay at hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 8: Departure From Darjeeling

After you have finished your breakfast, a transfer will be arranged to Bagdogra Airport/ NJP Railway Station from the hotel (distance from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport: 110 kms/3 hrs). Your tour in Darjeeling has ended. Let the memories begin!

Starting from

$ 360

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