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Trip Introduction
The tour encompasses the best legacy of former British Empire in India. The deeper we traverse into Sikkim and Darjeeling the more we intertwined with nature.
Sikkim, a former kingdom with fascinating Himalayas is situated in Eastern Himalayas spreading below Mt. Kanchenjunga (8,534m), the third highest mountain in the world. Sikkim squeezed in between the mountainous kingdoms of Bhutan and Nepal offers a wide potential in tourism that has yet largely remained unexploited. With multicultural touch, this yet to be explored tiny state in India is full of snow-capped mountains, lush green tropical and temperate forests, gurgling streams and the rich flora and fauna – a true Shangri-La.
Darjeeling, another hot spot of this trip is internationally known for its tea industry. Situated in North East India, just south of Sikkim, Darjeeling provides the perfect ambiance of a hill resort with its mild climate. With the magical aura of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Darjeeling intoxicates the nature enthusiasts within nature’s peaceful milieu.
This trip overall leave visitors in a state of pure blessedness.
Included in the Cost
- All airport/hotel transfers
- Welcome drinks
- Accommodation in 3 star hotel on twin sharing basis
- All meals
- Transportation by Tavera AC Vehicle and Sightseeing in Gangtok with Maruti Van (as Government rule) on the basis 3-4pax in one vehicle.
- Services of English speaking escorts/guide all throughout the tour
- Monuments fees & Entry Fees during sightseeing
- Services of porters at Airport and hotels
- Toy Train Ride as for the ticket available
- All government and local taxes
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Sikkim
Day 02: Gangtok sightseeing
Day 03: Transfer to Darjeeling
Day 04: Darjeeling sightseeing
Day 05: Farewell to Sikkim!!!
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Accommodations
All accommodations are in three star hotels on twin- share basis. The trip cost is inclusive. All accomodations are chosen based on standard of hygiene, standard of service, quality of food and excellence of location. We will be styain at New Elgin Hotel in Darjeeling and Norkhill Hotel in Gangtok. Single supplement will be available on request and will cost USD 325.
Meals
All our meals are included during our stay in the tour. A variety of meals are available in most hotels and the most popular dishes are Indian, Chinese, continental and local food.
Best Time to Travel
Best time to visit this region is from September till June. We keep July and August as Monsoon.
Trip Start Dates
We will organize this trip on the dates requested by you. Please contact us for your customized departure date.
Additional Information
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Day 01: Arrival in Sikkim
Upon our arrival in Skikkm, we will be greeted by crew member from Himalayan Glacier. Our tour to Sikkim and Darjeeling begins the moments the representative from Himalayan Glacier escorts us through enticing views of tea states to Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. Upon arrival at Gangtok, we check in at hotel and leisure overnight.
Day 02: Gangtok sightseeing
Today early in the morning, we make our excursion at Tashi View point, near about 8km from Gangtok. Astounding view of Khangchendzonga and the Siniolchu Range is the main attraction of this point. Some distant north, Sikkim monasteries along the North Sikkim highway are also visible from this point. After having short excursion, we return back to the hotel for breakfast. At this juncture, we are ready to start our today’s program.
First we will visit Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms (also known as Government Institute of Cottage Industries), established by government to promote the manufacturing and selling of authentic and traditional arts and handicraft: blankets and shawls in “Lepcha” weaves, thankas, wooden decoration etc. Next point to be visited is Enchey Monastery. This small hermitage was built by lama Druptob Karpo (renowned for his power of flying) after he flew at this place from Maenam Hill in South Sikkim more than 200 years ago. Further, we also do not miss the opportunity to be at Research Institute of Tibetology, a world-renowned research center for Tibetan Buddhism. The research institute showcases the rare collection of antique like statues, antic manuscripts, thangkas etc. This Institute was founded by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1957. Along in the evening, we will visit Rumtek Monastery which lays near about 24 km From Gangtok in a lovely landscape. The first monastery was built in 1717 by Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal, but then was destroyed by the earthquake and aging. His holiness 16th Gyalwa Karmapa constructed the second monastery in 1960. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 03: Transfer to Darjeeling
Today after breakfast we will be escorted from Gangtok to Darjeeling – “The Queen of Hills”. Upon arrival we check in hotel and have leisure overnight.
Day 04: Darjeeling sightseeing
Today, our journey begin with our short excursion to Tiger Hill at early morning to see the view of sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. Upnon return to the hotel way, we will visit Yiga-Choling (Ghoom). Then, after breakfast we stroll around Darjeeling for sightseeing. At this juncture, we visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, inhabited by rare representatives of Himalayan fauna: Siberian tiger, Himalayan black bear, red panda, snow leopard and many other animal and bird species. Our next visit will be at Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center, also known as a major center for the production of Tibetan carpets, woodwork and leather goods, and famous Tea Garden and Tea Factory of Darjeeling.
Day 05: Farewell to Sikkim!!!
