The challenging Himalayan lands of Sikkim and Darjeeling, welcome you to a complete different altitude of life. These destinations are eye openers because they take your breath away with their abundance of purity which arouses an awakening within you. These lands are known to bring a twitch of enlightening within the souls of people. Sikkim Darjeeling tour packages include a wonderful kaleidoscope of Himalayan culture, scenery, mountain ranges interspersed with passes, and an unbelievable array of flora and fauna. At Veena World, we truly understand the core persona of these lands and we handcraft our Sikkim Darjeeling tour packages eloquently. Travellers embarking on a journey of Sikkim discover a mystical wonderland of spectacular natural beauty. Explore Darjeeling with our affordably priced Darjeeling travel packages as it displays its replete with Buddhist monasteries, trekking trails, and awesome mountain views. The panoramic views of the snow-clad peaks that are straight out of a postcard provide a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle of the cities with our Sikkim Darjeeling tour packages. Straight out of a painting, the landscapes of these regions are extremely perfect. The balance of shades of all colours makes it look like the poetic grace bringing life to the painting. The symphony of the playful breeze and the chilling feels, lift the spirits of the visitors.
Darjeeling Gangtok Tour- 6 Days
- Duration 6 Days
- Trip Grade Easy
- Starts/Ends India to India
- Best Season March, April, May and September, October, November
Itinerary
On arrival in New Jalpaiguri Railway station/ Bagdogra Airport, our representative would meet you and transfer you to Darjeeling (100 Km/4hrs). Check in at the hotel after arrival. Rest of the day is at leisure. After relaxation you can go outside for a walk in the local markets to buy something special of the place. Dinner and overnight stay is in hotel at Darjeeling.
Very early in the morning (at around 0300 hrs), we take you to Tiger Hill to catch a glimpse of sunrise over Kanchandzonga (Subject to clear weather conditions). On the way back you can see Batasia Loop-the point where the rail tracks spiral around over itself through a tunnel and over a hilltop to reduce the gradient of ascent and Ghoom Monastery. Evening is free for leisure activities or for a joy train ride in Toy Train (optional). Dinner and overnight stay is at Darjeeling hotel.
After breakfast, we will take you for a full day excursion trip of Darjeeling including HMI (Himalayan Mountaineering Institute), Zoological Gardens, and Dhirdham temple, Happy Valley Tea Estate, Tenzing Gombu Rock, Peace Pagoda and Japanese temple. Dinner and overnight stay is in hotel at Darjeeling.
After breakfast, we will take transfer you to Gangtok (100 Km/3hrs). After relaxation we take you for a half day excursion trip of Gangtok including Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok and Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Banjhakari Falls, Tashi View Point, Rumtek Monastery etc. Overnight stay and dinner is in hotel.
Early in the morning, we take you to an excursion trip to Tsongo Lake or Changu Lake which is a glacial lake in East Sikkim, and Baba Harbhajan Temple- a temple made and revered by soldiers to owner a famous Indian Army officer named Captain Baba Harbhajan Singh. Overnight stay and dinner is in hotel.
Optional tour to Nathu La Pass (on prior request only)
Nathu La Pass is a mountain pass in the Himalayas which connects the Indian state of Sikkim with China’s Tibet Autonomous Region. The pass is at 4,310 m (14,140 ft.) above mean sea level, and forms a part of the ancient Silk Road. Visit to Nathu La Pass depends on availability of permits and road conditions. For visiting Nathu La Pass, a special permission is required from Indian Army. Please note that the pass is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays every week and in the winter.
After breakfast, it would be departure for New Jalpaiguri Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport (110 km /4 hours) for onward/return journey.
Special Request to our Clients / Service Seekers
We are a tour firm with a difference, we are not a simple commercial venture selling tour packages for profit but we are a firm with educated and sensible employees who believe in selling experiences keeping in mind the environmental considerations and believe in Eco Tourism policies so that we can leave a beautiful country for our next generation. We actively discourage use of plastics, loud music, detergents and chemicals and wastage of water. We humbly request our clientele to help us in our mission to protect the environment.
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What's Included
- Accommodation in double rooms
- Daily breakfast and Dinner.
- Transportation using Non A/c Car as per the itinerary including all taxes, parking, toll, and driver allowance.
- All applicable hotel taxes and service taxes.
Note:
- Depending on the hilly terrain and local rules, vehicles may change at particular places especially in Gangtok and Pelling.
- Only Jeeps, Sumos, Maruti Gypsies and Commander Vehicles are allowed in the road to Nathu La Pass. Cost
- Air Fare/Train Fare
- Lunch, entry ticket if any, telephone expenses, laundry expenses, or anything which is not mentioned above.
- Any extra charges incurred for transportation due to any natural or political disturbances like landslides, strikes, road blocks etc.
- Extra charges incurred for trip to Nathu La pass including transportation and permit charges.