Northeast India, Sikkim & Darjeeling Experience
Duration
10 days
Max Group Size
10
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Age Requirement
1 - 85 Ages
About this tour
Embark on a breathtaking 10-day Himalayan journey covering Darjeeling, Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, and Kalimpong, beginning from Bagdogra. Witness sunrise at Tiger Hill over Kanchenjunga, explore monasteries, zoological parks, tea estates, and vibrant cultural sites in Darjeeling. Travel through scenic valleys, waterfalls, and river confluences en route to Gangtok and Lachen. Discover the majestic Gurudongmar Lake, pristine Yumthang Valley of Flowers, and snow-kissed Himalayan landscapes. Experience guided sightseeing, serene monasteries, orchid nurseries, and panoramic viewpoints in Kalimpong. This curated itinerary blends nature, culture, and adventure with comfortable hotel stays seamless transfers, offering an unforgettable Himalayan escape filled with beauty and tranquility.
Route
Starts from
West Bengal
Ends in
Gangtok
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
On the day of arrival at Bagdogra airport, our Holidays At representative will assist you at the airport and later drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival at Darjeeling check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today early morning visit to Tiger Hills (8364 ft / 2550 Mts at around 04 Am) to view fetching sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). Later drive back to your hotel for breakfast, via en-route visit to Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop and spend some time with leisure activties. After refresh yourself, later proceed for guided tour to Darjeeling, visit Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan refugee self help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities. After finish your guided tour to Darjeeling, later free for shopping or drive back to your hotel for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gangtok, via en-route enjoy river rafting (at your own cost) at Teesta river. Upon arrival at Gangtok check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for full day guided tour to Gangtok, visit Hanuman Tok, Ganesh Tok & Tashi View Point, later drive for rest of the points, that is the seven points - Rumtek Monastery or Banjhakri Water Falls, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Cable Car (Own Ticket), Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Do-Dul-Chorten (Stupar), Botanical Garden & flower show. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Lachen, via en-route enjoy a few wonderful locations like Tashi Viewpoint, Kabi Longstok, Naga Waterfalls, the confluence of Lachen Chu and Lachung Chu at Chungthang, Twin Waterfalls and Bhim Nala Waterfalls. Upon arrival at Lachen check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Lachung, via en-route visit to Chopta valley and Gurudongmar Lake (17800 ft / 5427 Mts). Later continue drive to Lachung (8000 ft / 2439 Mts). Upon arrival at Lachung check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later proceed for day excursion to Yumthang Valley or Sikkim Valley of Flowers sanctuary, is a nature sanctuary with river, hot springs, yaks and grazing pasture on rolling meadows surrounded by the Himalayan mountains. The valley is covered with snow during January to March & with rhododendrons during April & May. After finish your sightseeing at Yumthang Valley, later drive back to Lachung for night stay.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Gangtok. Upon arrival at Gangtok check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Kalimpong. Upon arrival at Kalimpong check-in to your pre-booked hotel for night stay. After refresh yourself, later proceed for half day guided tour to Kalimpong, visit Kalimpong Durpin Dara (view point), Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Monastery, Flower & Orchid Nurseries, Dello Hill. Rest of the day free for your own leisure activities.
Overnight at Hotel.
Today morning after breakfast at hotel, later check out and drive to Bagdogra airport to board the flight for your next destination / Home.
Trip includes
Included
Accommodation at good 3 Star hotels based on Double / Twin Sharing basis
• 2 Nights in Darjeeling
• 3 Nights in Gangtok
• 1 Night in Lachen
• 2 Nights in Lachung
• 1 Night in Kalimpong
Check In : 1400 Hrs / Check Out : 1200 Hrs
Early check in and late Check out are subject to availability.
• Local English speaking guide at Darjeeling and Gangtok.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
French
German
Spanish
Italian• 9 Breakfast at Hotel.
Vegan
Jain
Kosher
Vegetarian
Halal
Meat• 9 Nights accommodation based on double / twin sharing basis.
• Assistance during arrival and departure by Holidays At.
• Daily breakfast at Hotel.
• All transfers including airport transfers by an AC vehicle.
• Local English speaking guide at Darjeeling and Gangtok.
(Other languages guides are available on additional charges)
• Enjoy a Toy train ride at Darjeeling.
• One mineral water bottle per person per day.
• All currently applicable taxes including GST.
Excluded
• Every traveler is required to purchase travel insurance before the start of their tour. Due to the varying nature, availability, and cost of healthcare around the world, travel insurance is an essential and necessary part of every journey. We strongly recommend that all travelers obtain comprehensive travel insurance to ensure protection and compensation for any cancellations or trip interruptions with any cause, as well as for other unforeseen circumstances, including medical emergencies and travel disruptions.
• Visas Fee (if applicable).
• Monument entry fees.
• The package does not include the cost of visas and SDF charges, if applicable.
• Tips (always optional, but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information pack you’ll receive after booking).
• Beverages other than drinking water & any costs of a personal nature.
• International/Internal flights to/from the start/finish of the trip.
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