MAGICAL SIKKIM AND DARJEELING
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Whenever you hear the name Sikkim & Darjeeling , the valleys and the snow laden peaks are what occupies your mind and creates an urge to visit them pretty soon. Not just within India but the two wonders have been gaining International exposure and global tourists throughout the year. The line "Once is never enough" fits these two destinations pretty well.
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Day-wise Itinerary Details
TOUR ITINERARY :
Day 01: NJP Rly Stn / IXB Airport – Gangtok , East Sikkim ( 06 hrs drive)
DAY 02 : Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & New Baba Mandir (Nathula pass Optional for extra )
Morning breakfast at hotel – Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & New Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometers and 2 hours drive along the Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, the home to the red panda and the blood pheasant with Rhododendron and other alpine trees along the road - Situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310 feet - The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep - Generally covered in snow for most of the year the year – This lake is home to the Brahminy ducks & many migratory birds – Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir known to be a very holy site for all - NathuLa Pass to Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometers and is optional tour - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping center - Overnight stay at Gangtok
DAY 03 : Transfer to Pelling ,West Sikkim
After breakfast at Hotel then transfer to Pelling ,West Sikkim – A drive of 140 kilometers %-6 hours through scenic road – Check in to the hotel – Pelling is situated at an altitude of 2072 meters / 6800 feet - On a clear day guest can get a clear view of Himalayan range with snow capped mount Pandim, Kumbhakarna, Rathong, Khangchendzonga, Zopuno, Shimbho, Narsing, Sinolchu etc - It is one of the exotic settlement with varieties of Rhododendron, Orchids, historical sites, short trek routes and wildlife – Its botanical and zoological richness is inspiring and the scenic view from the top of the ridge across deep valley to the heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be seen to be believed .Check into hotel - Evening free to roam around the small settlement - Over Night stay at Pelling.
DAY 04 : Pelling Local sightseeing (Full Day)
After breakfast at hotel – Drive for Full Day Sight Seeing. Full day sight seeing which includes Pemayangtse Monastery,Hike towards Rabdentse ruins, Bird Scantuary ,Rimbi Water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake, Darap Village , Glass Skywalk and Sidkeong Bird Park - Over Night stay at Pelling.
Day 05 : Transfer to Darjeeling, West bengal
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Darjeeling .Darjeeling also known as Queen of hills. Check in at Darjeeling hotel. Evening on your own. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 06 : Darjeeling Local Sight Seeing
Early morning at around 3:45 AM drive to (8000 feet / 2440 meters) Early Morning at 0400 AM visit Tiger Hill, famous for sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga, on way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop and back to the hotel. After breakfast proceeds for visit points, covering The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, PNZ Zoological Park (closed on Thursday) Tenzing Rock, Tibetans Refuge Centre (closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple Back to hotel – Evening free to stroll around the area – Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 07 : Transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Post breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) – nearly 03 - 04 hours drive – Forwarding Journey.
Tour ends at Siliguri/NJP Station or Bagdogra Airport.
