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Trip Itinerary Darjeeling & Gangtok

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6 days/5 nights darjeeling & gangtok itinerary.

• DAY1: Arrive at NJP/Bagdogra. Transfer to Darjeeling via Mirik by taxi (this is a longer but scenic route. Takes about 4.5 hours. Pre-paid taxis take shorter route. So you will need to pay a bit extra to the driver or take a separate taxi. You will see Mirik lake and lovely tea gardens on the way). However this is possible if you reach NJP/Bagdogra in the first half. Otherwise take the usual route (3.5 hours). Night stay in Darjeeling. 
• DAY2: Take 3-point tour early in the morning to watch sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill, followed by visit to Ghoom Monastery and famous Batasia Loop. Don't miss out on the Samosas (singaras) sold by the locals at Batasia. Come back and take your breakfast in the hotel. Later visit the Chowrasta Mall . Sit on a bench and Relax here for a while, then complete a round along Mall Road. Walk up the Observatory Hill to Mahakal Temple from the Mall road and soak in the views and wonderful ambience. In the afternoon, go for the 2-hour Toy Train Joy Ride. But book the tickets in advance. In the evening, take a stroll along Nehru Road through many shops and Bhutia stalls... do some shopping . Try to take your dinner at the famous Glenary's Restaurant. Overnight in Darjeeling. 
• DAY3: Take breakfast at Keventer's on the open roof terrace. You can get the famous full English breakfast here if you want. Then take a sightseeing tour of Darjeeling- go for either 7-point or mix point tour. The main attractions to cover are Happy Valley Tea Estate, HMI & Zoo, Tibetan Self Help Refugee Center, Tenzing Rock, Ropeway (cable car), Rock Garden etc. Take your dinner at The Park - a great Thai & Chinese restaurant on Laden La Road. 
• DAY4: Check out in the morning (by 8am), take a taxi from the stand and move to Gangtok (takes about 4 hours). Check into the hotel, freshen up and walk down to MG Marg, the hub of Gangtok - Smoke & vehicle free boulevard square with shops and restaurants lined up on both sides. A great place to sit on a bench and feel the carnival like ambience. Walk down to a restaurant, take a relaxed lunch. Post lunch, do some shopping. Also walk down to nearby Lal Bazaar for more shops. Remaining day at leisure. Overnight at Gangtok. 
• DAY5: Go for a full day 10-point sightseeing tour (see Gangtok sightseeing tours ). 
• DAY6: This is the day to check out and transfer back to NJP/Bagdogra. If you have time in the first half, then take a taxi and visit some unseen attractions like the Himalayan Zoo - you will see many rare and endangered species of Himalayan animals like Red Panda, Snow Leopard, Tibetan Wolf, and lot more that are kept in natural habitats. It's a large zoological park in forested area. You will need some 1.5 to 2 hours for the visit. 

7 days/6 nights Darjeeling & Gangtok itinerary

• Follow the same itinerary above from Day1 to Day5.  
• DAY6: Make a full day trip to Tsomgo Lake - a glacial lake at an altitude of 12,400ft and followed by visit to the much fabled Baba Mandir . You can also combine Nathula Pass . 
• DAY7: Transfer back to NJP/Bagdogra. 

Itinerary with East & North Sikkim

• DAY1: Reach Darjeeling via Mirik Lake and enjoy the beauty of many tea gardens, the lake itself and Indo-Nepal border villages along the way. Reach hotel, roam around in the Mall, do some shopping, take dinner at Glenary's . 
• DAY2: Take a toy train joyride in the morning. Later, take a half-day 7-point sightseeing tour of Darjeeling. 
• DAY3: Transfer to Gangtok (about 4hours). Ask the driver to stop at Lamahatta along the way if possible. Rest of the day at leisure, roam about on MG Marg in Gangtok , do some shopping, have coffee at Baker's Cafe. NOTE: Once you reach Gangtok, the first thing is to hand over your Photo IDs to a registered tour operator or the hotel so that they can get your permits ready for Tsomgo, Nathula and Yumthang. In fact it's better to send scanned copies of the Photo IDs in advance to arrange the permits before you reach. Some times it can take half a day to get the permits from Sikkim Tourism office in Gangtok, which can jeopardize your trip to such areas. 
• DAY4: Take a full day 10-point sightseeing tour of Gangtok. 
• DAY5: Next day start early and visit Tsomgo Lake , New Baba Mandir and Nathula Pass , and return before dusk. 
• Now you have two options - either visit Lachung/ Yumthang Valley with Zero Point or visit Lachen / Gurudongmar Lake. If you want to visit both then an extra day will be required. 
• DAY6: Reach Lachen from Gangtok and stay overnight. 
• DAY7: Visit Gurudongmar Lake early morning. If you want to visit Yumthang Valley also, then transfer to Lachung and stay there overnight, otherwise return to Gangtok. 
• DAY6: Start for Lachung, check in at hotel in Lachung, roam around in Lachung and do some local sightseeing. 
• DAY7: Start early. Visit Yumthang valley and Zero Point , and return to Gangtok. Rest of the day at leisure. 
• DAY8: Return to NJP/Bagdogra 

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Some of the most picturesque locales, cultural attractions, historic wonders and worldly famous sites await your presence on this Gangtok and Darjeeling holiday package. The hinterlands are unquestionably outstanding both in terms of architectural brilliance and natural beauty. This tour offers 3 nights in the capital city Gangtok where you will cover all the sightseeing expeditions that makes this quaint town so popular among tourists as well as explore 1 night in Darjeeling which is globally famous for its tea gardens. Both these destinations are home to the country’s rich past and a very flourishing present. Feel the good-life spirit for our travel agents will chalk out a tailor-made itinerary that will suit best for your requirements. So explore all these divine locations hassle-free because our packages focus on affordable luxury and we make sure that you enjoy each day thoroughly. View our comprehensive itinerary for this tour package and book now!

DAY 1 : New Jalpaiguri Railway Station(NJP)/Bagdogra Airport(IXB) – Gangtok (130 km/ 4 Hours Drive Approximately)

Enjoy a warm welcome to Gangtok, a glittering jewel of the small state of Sikkim. It makes you feel like you have entered a mystical land, owing to the city’s long-standinghistory and for being the perfect destination fora getaway. On arrival at the NJP or the Bagdogra airport, our representative will meet you and help with transfers to Gangtok. Set at a striking height of 1437 meters, this quaint town becomes synonymous with extravagance and allure. On arriving, check in at the hotel and spend the evening sauntering on the streets around. MG Marg Visit the MG Marg to have your hands on some canvases and wall hangings that depict the history and tribal background of the state. Also, purchase Tibetan carpets for your home and dragon sets with silver or gold polish that is unique for its exotic curvy designs. Taste some local delicacies before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.

DAY 2 : Full Day Local Sightseeing in Gangtok

After a good night’s sleep and early morning breakfast, proceed for a full day Gangtok town tour on the second day of this Sikkim tourism package. Bakthang Waterfalls Hop in the car and start your expedition by visiting the Bakthang Waterfalls. The waterfalls are a breath-taking site that flows down to create a mesmerising pool. TashiViewpoint and Ganesh Tok The Tashi viewpoint and Ganesh Tok offers its visitors with extensive views of the enormous Kanchenjunga mountain ranges. Ganesh Tok also houses a charming Hindu temple. Enchey Monastery Established in the year 1909, the monastery is a magical wonderland that is bounded with glorious natural beauty.Do not miss out on the religious masked dance that is held here. The Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom The Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom’s primary goal is to preserve and protect the culture, tradition andart of the localities in Gangtok. Here you can learn the arts and craft from the experts and take home some souvenirs for your loved ones. Do DrulChorten Stupa Next, visit the Do DrulChortenStupa, which was constructed to drive away evil spirits, and the Institute of Tibetology that provides an insight on the reproductions and traditions of the Tibetans and Mahayana Buddhism. Flower Show and Ropeway Ride to BanjhakriFalls Lastly, enjoy a flower show at The Hall where you can spot ornamental plants and rare orchids followed by taking a ropeway ride to the Banjhakrifalls whichis a sight for sore eyes. Return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

DAY 3 : Gangtok (Tsomgo Lake Excursion and Baba Mandir)

A day with numerous stories and experiences awaits you. On this day, you start your day at 8 am with a healthy breakfast. Tsomgo Lake Then, drive for 3 hours and reach 12,400 feet above sea level to see the enchanting Tsomgo Lake. This ethereally beautiful waterbodyis a must on every wanderer’s itinerary. Deriving its waters from the melting snow, the views here are delightful and the profusion of flowers can be witnessed here in bloom. Baba HarbhajanMandir Next, visit the Baba HarbhajanMandir which is set at a striking height of 13,200. It is a memorial of Harbhajan Singh, an army official who died by drowning in a nearby stream. It is believed that his spirit still wanders in the area to provide protection tothe people and fulfil their needs. Optional Tour to Nathula Pass / Additional Charges / Special Permit An optional tour to explore the Nathula Pass can also be arranged for. It is one of the world’s highest drive roads that co-joins Sikkim and China. After an exciting day, return to Gangtok by evening and spend the overnight in the hotel.

DAY 4 : Gangtok – Darjeeling (110 km / 4 Hours Drive Approximately)

Start your day early in the morning with some light breakfast, post which you will check out from the hotel in Gangtok. On the fourth day of the Gangtok Darjeeling holiday tour, embark on a 4-hour drive that will lead you to the charismatic city of Darjeeling.The captivating sight of mountains that you will cross by and the destination’s unadulterated atmosphere is sure to have you gripped. Upon reaching Darjeeling, check in at the hotel and the rest of the day will be at leisure. Have a lip-smacking meal and retire for the night in the embrace of the cosy hotel room.

DAY 5 : Full Day Local Sightseeing in Darjeeling and Transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station(NJP)/Bagdogra Airport(IXB) (88 km/ 3 HoursDrive Approximately)

Tiger Hill The fifth day calls for a really early start. Drive to the Tiger Hill at 4 a.m. where you will reach at a height of 2590 meters. This is your chance to witness the spectacular sunrise as its rays levitate over the third highest peak in the world, Mt. Kanchenjunga. Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop As you make your way back, halt at the Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop. The unmatched natural beauty amidst which the monastery is nestled which is a wonderful sight to behold. The Batasia Loop on another hand is unarguably one of the most picturesque train routes in all of Darjeeling. On arriving at the hotel, devour a healthy breakfast and head out for some more sightseeing. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute that stages different kinds of mountaineering equipments, assortment of paintings and modelsrelated to life in mountains. There is a historic scientificTelescope here from which you can get a clear view of the lofty Khangchendzonga. Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park Sprawling across 67.56 acres, at an elevation of 7000 feet, the park is home to a variety of species of Himalayan animals including Asiatic black bears, cloud leopards, red pandas and Tibetan wolves. Tenzing Rock Then, head to the Tenzing Rock which is very popular spot among adventure junkies for rock climbing activity and enjoy an outer view of the Chitrey Tea Garden which is the home ground for Darjeeling’s aromatic tea. Japanese Temple and the Peace Pagoda Lastly, visit the temple and the pagoda. Both these scared shrines provide focus to people of all castes and races to unite for a better world. After sightseeing, depart for NJP/ IXB to return backto the pavilion with all the pleasant memories you made on this trip.

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