7N8D - Gangtok, Lachung, Darjeeling Tour

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7N8D - Gangtok, Lachung, Darjeeling Tour

(8 Days 7 Nights)

  • Gangtok(3N)
  • Lachung(1N)
  • Pelling(1N)
  • Darjeeling(2N)
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7N8D - Gangtok, Lachung, Darjeeling Tour

(7 Nights 8 Days)
  • Gangtok(3N)
  • Lachung(1N)
  • Pelling(1N)
  • Darjeeling(2N)

Highlights

  • 7 Nights / 8 Days Sikkim trip
  • Route: Gangtok (3N) → Lachung (1N) → Pelling (1N) → Darjeeling (2N)
  • NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport - Gangtok (About 125 kms / 4 hrs)
  • Gangtok to Tsongo Lake with Baba Mandir Excursion – 52 kms/ 3 hrs - One way (Timing: 7.30 AM to 2.30PM)
  • Transfer to Lachung
  • Lachung to Yumthang Valley Excursion (25 kms / 1.5 hrs)
  • Gangtok Half Day Sightseeing & Transfer to Pelling – (140 kms / 4.5 hrs)
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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
(7 Nights 8 Days)

Day 1

NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport - Gangtok (About 125 kms / 4 hrs)

Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP station / IXB airport & transfer to Gangtok - The Capital City of Sikkim. On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2

Gangtok to Tsongo Lake with Baba Mandir Excursion – 52 kms/ 3 hrs - One way (Timing: 7.30 AM to 2.30PM)

After breakfast drive to Tsongo Lake (Alt 12000 ft/3600 M), a high altitude alpine lake close to Indo-China Border. Enjoy playing in snow and try Yak Ride and proceed further to Legendary Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir. Back to Hotel for late Lunch.Optional tour to Nathula Pass (Alt 14000 Ft / 4200 M) on China Border can also be arranged(Except Mon, Tue) for Indian Nationals with 30 Days Advance Request at an additional cost. Afternoon free for personal activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 3

Transfer to Lachung

Early morning breakfast u0096 Next start for North Sikkim package tour u0096 Leave Gangtok at about 10 AM proceed to Lachungu0096 Lachung is situated at an altitude of 8600 feet - On the way stop and enjoy a few wonderful locations like Tashi Viewpoint, Kabi Lungstok, Naga Waterfalls, confluence of Lachen chu and Lachung Chu at Chungthang, Twin Waterfalls and Bhim Nala Waterfalls- Lunch break will at Namok - The roads are colored with full bloom of Primulae, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers Guest specially during spring - Guest are likely to reach Lachung at late afternoon or early evening - Check into the hotel / resort - Evening free to stroll around the village - Dinner will be served at about 8 PM. Overnight stay at Lachung.

Day 4

Lachung to Yumthang Valley Excursion (25 kms / 1.5 hrs)

Early morning drive to Yumthang Valley (Alt 11925 Ft / 3575 M), an Alpine flower valley in North Sikkim. Enjoy the scenic landscape and Hot spring and drive back to Lachung for Lunch. After Lunch Start Lachung to Gangtok, (125 kms/ 5 hrs) – Check out from Lachung and drive back to Gangtok (Alt 5550 Ft / 1675 M) via Chungthang. Check in at hotel by late afternoon. Free evening Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 5

Gangtok Half Day Sightseeing & Transfer to Pelling u0096 (140 kms / 4.5 hrs)

After breakfast drive for the city tour of Gangtok u0096 Sightseeing will be for half day hence the drive will be easy and comfortable - Visit to Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), Enchey Monastery, White Hall, Flower Show, etc u0096 Transfer to Pelling u0096 Check in to the hotel u0096 Pelling is at an altitude of 6800 feet / 2072 meters u0096 On a clear day guest can get a clear view of Himalayan range u0096 Check in to the hotel - Evening one is free to stroll around this small settlement - Evening free to roam around the helipad or Shopping center. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 6

Pelling Sightseeing and transfer to Darjeeling u0096 (95 kms / 5 hrs)

After breakfast at hotel - Drive for Sight Seeing of places of interest like the beautiful Rimbi water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Kechopalri Lake, This high altitude lake is one of the holy Buddhist lake and it is believed that any wish 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 and thus the water surface is always free of leaves, Kechopalri Monastery and the best Kanchenjunga water Falls u0096 Transfer to Kalimpong -At an height of 2123 meters/ 70001 feet lies the land of breathtaking beauty, sloping tea gardens with spectacular views of the Mount Everest is the Queen of the hills u0096 It is also home to the famous World Heritage train u0096 The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) - Check into hotel u0096 Evening free to roam around Mall or local Shopping center. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 7

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 8

Darjeeling u0096 NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport (75 kms / 3 hrs)

After breakfast check-out from the hotel and take the departure transfers to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey with memories ofu00a0ALifetimeTrip.

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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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