Sikkim & Darjeeling Hills: Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling & Darjeeling (Premium)

Itinerary at a glance

Highlights

• Day Excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir (8:30 AM to 3:00 PM)
• Gangtok – Lachung (Approx. 120 km / 6-7 hrs)
• Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion – Lachung
• Lachung – Gangtok (Approx. 120 km / 6-7 hrs)
• Gangtok To Pelling - Intercity Transfer (110kms / 4 Hrs)
• 9 nights in 4-Star hotels with breakfast & dinner

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1Arrival day

   Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - Gangtok: Arrival Transfer (120kms / 5 hrs)

   Overnight: GangtokMeals: DinnerAirport pickupTransfer

   Assistance on arrival and transfer to Gangtok. Drive through the beautiful Mahananda Forest and along the course of the River Teesta. Check-in upon arrival at the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends) Optional: One may stop at Melli for river rafting on a direct payment basis (seasonally operational)

2. 2
   Day 2

   Day Excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir (8:30 AM to 3:00 PM)

   Overnight: GangtokMeals: Breakfast, DinnerSightseeing

   Today we go on an excursion drive to Tsomgo Lake (12,300 ft) and Baba Mandir (13,200 ft) Optional:. Cable Car Ride in Tsomgo Lake on a direct payment basis. Nathu La (14,200) on an additional payment of Rs. 6000. To be booked in advance. Closed on Monday Important Note on Tsomgo Lake:. In case the travel permit is not given by the tourism department due to landslides or bad weather conditions, we will arrange for an alternate sightseeing. During the rush period, guests may be required to wait at the 2nd Mile checkpoint for the travel permit to arrive. It may take 30 - 45 minutes for the permits to arrive. Guest patience is highly appreciated About Nathu La. The cost of a confirmed permit is non-refundable under any circumstances, including natural reasons, VIP / Army movement or even vehicle breakdown.

3. 3
   Day 3

   Gangtok – Lachung (Approx. 120 km / 6-7 hrs)

   Overnight: GangtokMeals: Breakfast, Dinner

   After breakfast, pick up from Gangtok hotel. Scenic drive through the North Sikkim Highway. Guests may stop by at Bhim Nala Waterfall, also known as Amitabh Bachchan Waterfall. Arrival in Lachung by late afternoon / early evening. Check in at the hotel (Vehicle service ends) Important Note on North Sikkim: ❖ During the rush period, guests may be required to wait near Tashi View Point or the hotel for the travel permit to arrive. It may take longer than usual for the permits to arrive. Guest patience is highly appreciated

4. 4
   Day 4

   Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion – Lachung

   Overnight: LachungMeals: Breakfast, DinnerTransferSightseeing

   Early morning drive to Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft), famous for alpine flowers, open meadows, and riverside views. Return to Lachen for lunch Optional (subject to permit and weather):. Excursion to Zero Point (additional cost) at 4000 per car. Excursion to Katao (additional cost) at 4000 per car

5. 5
   Day 5

   Lachung – Gangtok (Approx. 120 km / 6-7 hrs)

   Overnight: LachungMeals: Breakfast, Dinner

   After breakfast, check out of the hotel. Begin your return journey to Gangtok. Scenic drive with comfort/photo stops. Drop off at your Gangtok hotel by afternoon (Vehicle Service Ends)

6. 6
   Day 6

   Gangtok To Pelling - Intercity Transfer (110kms / 4 Hrs)

   Overnight: PellingMeals: Breakfast, DinnerTransferSightseeing

   After breakfast, we transfer to Pelling. Check into the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends). Optional Service:. Transfer via Namchi Chardam on additional payment of Rs. 3000 per car. Transfer via Ravong La on an additional payment of Rs. 3000 per car. Transfer via Rumtek Monastery on an additional payment of Rs. 2000 per car. Pelling Half-Day City Tour covering Sky Walk, Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins on additional payment of Rs. 2500 per car. Gangtok Half-Day City Tour covering Handicraft Emporium, Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and Ropeway on additional payment of Rs. 2500 per car

7. 7
   Day 7

   Pelling City Tour (9:30 to 3:30 PM)

   Overnight: PellingMeals: Breakfast, DinnerSightseeing

   After breakfast, we set out on a leisurely tour of Pelling and its surroundings, covering attractions such as. Kanchenjunga Falls. Khecheopalri Lake,. Pemayangtse Monastery,. Sidkeong Tulku Bird Park,. Rabdentse Ruins &. Skywalk

8. 8
   Day 8

   Pelling To Darjeeling- Intercity Transfer (75kms / 3 Hrs)

   Overnight: DarjeelingMeals: Breakfast, DinnerTransferSightseeing

   After breakfast, we transfer to Darjeeling. Drive along the tea gardens and the course of the River Rangeet. Check into the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends). Optional Service:. Transfer via Namchi Chardam on additional payment of Rs. 3000 per car. Pelling Half-Day City Tour covering Sky Walk, Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins on additional payment of Rs. 2500 per car.

9. 9
   Day 9

   Darjeeling City Tour (Till 3:30 PM)

   Overnight: DarjeelingMeals: Breakfast, DinnerSightseeing

   Early Morning at 04:30 AM (time is subject to change seasonally) we visit Tiger Hill, famous for sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. We then return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we visit. The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursday),. PNZ Zoological Park (closed on Thursday),. Tibetan Refugee Centre (closed on Sunday),. Tea Garden (outer view),. Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda. After the tour, we return to the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends) Note: Sunrise tour to Tiger Hill is subject to the availability of passes from the Darjeeling Traffic Police. Optional Tour: Toy Train Ride - Tickets are to be purchased at an additional cost.

10. 10
    Day 10Departure day

    Darjeeling - Bagdogra Airport (IXB): Departure Transfer (72kms / 3 hrs)

    Meals: BreakfastAirport dropTransfer

    After breakfast, check out of your hotel. Darjeeling - Bagdogra Airport (IXB): Departure Transfer (72kms / 3 hrs). Your holiday ends here, with memories to treasure.

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