8N9D - Himalayan Orchid

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8N9D - Himalayan Orchid

(9 Days 8 Nights)

  • Darjeeling(2N)
  • Kalimpong(1N)
  • Gangtok(3N)
  • Lachung(2N)
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8N9D - Himalayan Orchid

(8 Nights 9 Days)
  • Darjeeling(2N)
  • Kalimpong(1N)
  • Gangtok(3N)
  • Lachung(2N)

Highlights

  • 8 Nights / 9 Days Sikkim trip
  • Route: Darjeeling (2N) → Kalimpong (1N) → Gangtok (3N) → Lachung (2N)
  • NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport - Darjeeling (98 kms / 3 hrs)
  • Darjeeling Sightseeing
  • Darjeeling – Kalimpong (57 kms / 2 ½ hrs) Sightseeing
  • Kalimpong – Gangtok (75 kms / 3 hrs) Local Sightseeing
  • Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
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Overview

Sikkim – a small Himalayan wonderland is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. The picturesque state is dotted with plethora of scenic beauty, stunning sights, bliss of snowfall and pleasant weather and many other charms. Tucked away in the lap of Mother Nature, its ambiance is the remedy that can sooth your grueling nerves with its pure air, forest covered valleys and snow-capped mountain peaks. Best known to be the gateway to the North-Eastern corridor of India, Sikkim T
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Tour Itinerary
(8 Nights 9 Days)

Day 1

NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport - Darjeeling (98 kms / 3 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Darjeeling (6,710 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling. u00a0

Day 2

Darjeeling Sightseeing

Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 3

Darjeeling u0096 Kalimpong (57 kms / 2 u00bd hrs) Sightseeing

After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Kalimpong (3,950 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong Visiting Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Grahamu0092s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hills & Pine View Nursery. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.

Day 4

Kalimpong – Gangtok (75 kms / 3 hrs) Local Sightseeing

After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon proceed for a city tour visiting Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 5

Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir

After breakfast start for an excursion toTsomgoLake(12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)

Day 6

Gangtok u0096 Lachung (103 kms / 6 hrs)

After breakfast check out from the hotel with limited luggage and proceed to Lachung (8,700 ft.), North Sikkim. On the way take a break for some beautiful spots which are worth seeing and visiting like Naga Waterfall, The Confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and Bhim Nala Waterfall. On arrival at Lachung check into your hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 7

Lachung - Yumthang Valley Excursion

Early Morning visit Yumthang - Valley (known as Valley of Flowers), Yumthang is the summer grazing ground of the yaks & winter playgrounds of yetis. On the way back visit the Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch. Spent afternoon interacting with the local people taking the idea of their simple lifestyle. Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 8

Lachung u0096 Gangtok (103 kms / 6 hrs)

After breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On the way if the weather is clear you may get to see Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik view point. On arrival at Gangtok check-in to your hotel. Rest of the evening free for your own activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 9

Gangtok - NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (120 kms / 5 hrs)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey with memories of a ALifetimeTrip.

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Inclusions

  • Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. Vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis).

Exclusions

  • Anything/Service not mentioned in Inclusions.
  • Any Air/Train/ Bus Fares- Best fares, Available On Request.
  • Insurance, camera fees, guide charges, Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc
  • Any room heater charges, if opted.
  • 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).
Important Information

  • The tourism infrastructure in Sikkim & Darjeeling is not very developed and one should not expect or compare it with the standards of plains & other developed destinations there is always scarcity of water and power in the region and so you would come across situation like water (hot) being supplied on time basis – morning & evening.
  • Room Heater available with an extra cost borne by the guest directly.
  • Supplement Cost for Nathula Pass @ Rs. 5,500.00 per car will be charged extra (Monday & Tuesday closed).
  • For double service (half day sightseeing + transfer or transfer & then half day sightseeing) , we would not be responsible if any sightseeing point is missed out due to any delay of guest or any unforeseen incident like road blockage, landslide or earlier darkness.
  • The Permission for Nathula Pass is completely subject to availability. 
  • Permit is required for Tsomgo Lake. It is mandatory that guest should carry 02 copies of passport size photograph, original photo ID proof with photo copy (identity card – Voter ID card / Pass-port / Driving License /) for processing the permit. PAN Card / Aadhar Card are not acceptable for issuance of the Permit.
  • Permit is also required for traveling to North Sikkim (Lachung & Lachen). Requires 02 more copies of passport size photographs along with original photo ID proof.
  • As Innova is low chassis car and is not ideal to travel North Sikkim and Tsomgo Lake – Baba Mandir. Alternative in Luxury vehicle like Scorpio / Xylo will be provided.
  • Gangtok city tour is done only by Maruti Van/Indica/Wagon R (4 people in a car). If guest books luxury vehicle, Innova/Scorpio/Xylo will be provided as per availability.
  • Transfer from Bagdogra/NJP railway station will be provided from 06:00 hrs. To 16:00 hrs. 
  • All hill destinations are 3 to 5 hrs. drive from station or airport. So, we do not recommend traveling in inadequate day light. 

cancellation policy

  • 25% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime prior to 30 days of Tour Start.
  • 50% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime within 30-15 days prior to Tour Start.
  • 75% Charges of lump sum amount, anytime within 15-10 days of Tour Start
  • 100% Retention Charges thereafter.

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