Himalayan Hues: Gangtok & Darjeeling Escape
Himalayan Hues: Gangtok & Darjeeling Escape

Highlights: Gangtok - Darjeeling


Itinerary:
Day 01: IXB Airport – Gangtok (120 km / 5 hrs)
Welcome to Bagdogra Airport.
Representative assistance and vehicle pick-up.
Drive to Gangtok, passing through Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary.
Follow the course of River Teesta.
Check-in at the hotel in Gangtok.
Overnight stay in Gangtok.


Day 02: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
Breakfast, then start the excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir.
An optional cable car ride is recommended.
Overnight stay in Gangtok.
Optional Nathula Pass at an extra cost of Rs. 6000 per vehicle (subject to availability, closed on Monday. Must be booked in advance)


Day 03: Gangtok – Darjeeling (120 kms / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.) via Singla check post.
Check-in at the hotel, and rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Darjeeling.


Day 04: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early morning drive to Tiger Hill for sunrise.
Visit Batasia Loop on the way back.
After breakfast, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park, Tenzing Rock, Tea Garden (outer view), and Japanese Temple.
Evening free for shopping or leisure.
Overnight stay in Darjeeling.


Day 05: Darjeeling – IXB Airport (75 kms / 3 hrs)
Breakfast, check-out from the hotel on time.
Transfer to IXB Airport for onward journey.


EXCLUSIONS:
Expenses for personal items such as laundry, telephone usage, tips, gratuity, and purchases of mineral, soft, or hard drinks.
Any sightseeing activities or vehicle usage beyond the specified itinerary.
Costs associated with camera usage, hiring guides or tour escorts, and entrance fees to attractions.
Expenses incurred due to natural calamities like landslides, road blockages, political disturbances, etc.
Room Heater (included in 4* & 5* hotels)
Insurance coverage.
Parking Fee.
Any services, activities, or items not explicitly mentioned in the package inclusions.



Offer Includes

  • 5 Nights Accommodation in 3* hotel
  • Point-to-point transfer from the airport/railway station to the hotel and local transportation as specified in the itinerary. (Note: Transportation is on a point-to-point basis, and the vehicle is not at the disposal of the traveler. AC will be switched off in the hills)
  • Daily breakfast & dinner
  • Necessary permits for restricted areas, where applicable
  • Representative assistance and support throughout the trip
  • Applicable taxes and fees related to accommodations and transportation
  • Valid for Indian Nationals only

Meal Plans

  • Half Board - Breakfast & Dinner