Highlights Sikkim & Darjeeling

Highlights Sikkim & Darjeeling

07 Nights/08 Days

Places Covered

  • Gangtok
  • Pelling
  • Darjeeling

Highlights

  • Changu Lake (Tsomgo Lake)
  • Nathula Pass (Optional)
  • Tashi View Point
  • Gonjang Monastery
  • Ropeway
  • Pemayangtse Monastery
  • Rimbi Waterfall
  • Rabdentse Ruins
  • Singshore Bridge
  • Tiger Hill Sunrise View Point
  • Ghoom Monastery
  • Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
  • Mirik Lake
  • Pashupati Nepal Border Market

Tsomgo Lake : On a visit to Gangtok, do not miss the chance to visit the Tsomgo Lake or the Changu Lake! Located only 38km from Sikkim’s capital, it lies at an altitude of 12,400ft and is one of the highest lakes in India. 

While the lake remains frozen during the winters, summer brings in a magical charm and appeal to Tsomgo. It is during this time of the year, the turquoise waters of the lake reflects the amazing views of the nearby peaks and the azure sky above!

Tsomgo Lake is a day trip from Gangtok. It is advisable to leave for the lake early in the morning to reach on time and enjoy the views.

You will need a special area permit to visit the lake which can be obtained from the Sikkim tourism department at MG Marg Gangtok or you can ask your travel agent to arrange for the same. You will need your photo identity proof and two passport size photos to get the permit.

Daywise Tour Itinerary

  • Day 1 : Arrival & Transfer to Gangtok :

    Our  representative will be there to receive the Guest at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - He will assist guest for the forwarding journey to gangtok. Check-in at Hotel/ Resort and overnight stay. Evening free to go around the famous M.G. Marg. Enjoy the local beauty of Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

  • Day 2 : Changu Lake and Baba Temple Excursion :

    After breakfast day excursion to the oval shaped changu lake /Tsomgo Lake (40 kms from Gangtok departure in the morning) - situated at a height of 3,780 mts. with an average depth of 50 ft and home to the Brahminy duck and several migratory birds. On the way stop at Kyongnosla The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Travel to Baba Mandir another 17 kms beyond Tsongo lake.Return to Gangtok. Overnight halt at Gangtok Hotel.
    *(Optional Visit Nathu La Pass, not included in the package cost)

  • Day 3 : Gangtok Local Sightseeing :

    Morning - Early breakfast – Gangtok local Sight Seeing will be as per the schedule of the guide – Includes the following – Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Gonjang Monastery, Bakthang Waterfalls, Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Do-Drul Chorten Stupa, Flower Exhibition Centre, Ropeway.-The rest of the day is free. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

  • Day 4 : Gangtok to Pelling Transfer :

    After breakfast transfer to Pelling and check in at the hotel .Rest of the day is free for individual activity. Enjoy the local beauty of pelling .Overnight stay at Pelling.

  • Day 5 : Pelling City Tour To Darjeeling Trancefer :

    After breakfast start for full day sightseeing which includes Rimbi Waterfall , kanchanjungha Waterfall, Kechipalri Lake, Kechipalri Monastery, Rabdantse ruins , Pemagyangtse Monastery,Heliad ground, Rimbi orange garden, bird Century, Then trancefer to Darjeeling. Overnight stay at Darjeeling. 

  • Day 6 : Darjeeling Local Sightseeing :

    Early morning (at around 4 AM) start for Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise  (Depending on the availability of tickets), Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, War Memorial. Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock, Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, Tea garden and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park (Close on Thursday). Sightseeing places are dynamically set depending upon local authority permission and time factors. it is may not possible to visit all the places but the important ones are covered for the satisfaction of guest. Rest of the day is free for individual activity. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

  • Day 7 : Excursion to Mirik Lake and Pashupati Market :

    Early morning breakfast – Next start for the 32 kilometers drive via Nepal border to Mirik – It’s a two hours drive - Mirik is a quiet town between Siliguri and Darjeeling - It is known  for its secluded charm, Beautiful Tea Gardens, Samendu Lake and its pleasant Climate - The drive is scenic and so is the place both attracts tourist in hordes – Halt at Seemana for view for viewing of Mount Kanchendzonga - Activity like  boating in the lake is also in the card for guest - On the way visit simana view point in (Nepal Border )(You have to pay extra for the van fare to go to Pashupati Market from Nepal border, not included in package)- Drive back to Darjeeling nearly 32 kilometers and 1 ½ - 2 hour’s drive - Back to Hotel – Late evening free to stroll around Mall or visit some of the pub, Eateries, studio or bakery with cafeteria OverNight halt at Darjeeling.

  • Day 8 : Departure to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) :

    After breakfast transfer to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) /Siliguri - Guest are advised to start early and not to rush - Forwarding Journey.


Inclusions :

  • Meal plan : as mentione.
  • Airport Transfer : Arrival and Departure.
  • Cabs : Non AC Vehicle (Vehicle will not be used at disposal basis – as per itinerary on point to point basis transfer & sightseeing).
  • All permit Fees (As per itinerary).
  • Toll, Driver bata & Fuel Charges for the vehicle.
  • Tour coordinator’s assistance throughout the trip.

Exclusions :

  • 5 % GST.
  • Meal Plan except as Mentioned.
  • Air Fare, Train Fare, Insurance Premiums.
  • Toy train joy ride / River rafting / Ropeway / Paragliding Tickets cost.
  • Room Heater Charge, Local Taxi fare, Jungle Safari, Optional activity.
  • Entry tickets and parking at local sightseeing points during city tour.
  • Zero point, Katao, Chopta Valley, Kalapatthar, Nathula Pass (optional sighseeing).
  • Anything not mentioned in itinerary.
  • Other Exclusions.
  • Any expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, fax etc.
  • Any kind of drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral etc).

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