Mystical Himalayas: A Journey Through Gangtok and Darjeeling
Per Person on twin sharing basis
Irreverent, cheerful and pleasantly boisterous, Sikkim’s modern capital is layered along a precipitous mountain ridge, descending the hillside in steep tiers. Viewpoints survey plunging green valleys that remain beautiful even when partly shrouded in mist. If the weather plays ball, look for glimpses of snow-topped Khangchendzonga on the distant skyline. More than specific sights, Gangtok is appealing as a place for post-trek R & R or for meeting fellow travelers to organise group tours and permits. The city's mostly pedestrianised social-commercial heart is Mahatma Gandhi (MG) Marg, packed with restaurants, shops, travel agents and a bustling early-evening passeggiata of relaxed wanderers. High above, the contrastingly calm central ridgetop links manicured gardens and an almost jungle-like area around the Chogyal Palace (former royal residence).
Spread in ribbons over a steep mountain ridge, surrounded by emerald-green tea plantations and towered over by majestic Khangchendzonga, Darjeeling is the definitive Indian hill station and, for many, West Bengal’s premier destination. When you aren’t gazing open-mouthed at Khangchendzonga (Great Five-Peaked Sbow Fortress – at 28,169 ft (8598m) it's the world’s third-highest mountain), you can visit Buddhist monasteries, see colonial-era architecture and take a ride on the 140-year-old steam-billowing Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. The adventurous can arrange a trek to Singalila Ridge or ride a mountain bike around the hills. Meanwhile, the steep and winding bazaars at the foot of the town bustle with an array of Himalayan products and people from across Sikkim, Bhutan, Nepal and Tibet. And when energies start to flag, a good, steaming Darjeeling brew is never far away.
Day 1:
Arrival Bagdogra – Gangtok (Approx 140km)Upon your arrival at Bagdogra(IXB)airport, our representative will transfer you to the Gangtok, at an altitude of 5500ft. Gangtok is the Capital of Sikkim is a beautiful and clean town. As you reach the prebooked hotel, Check in to the hotel (standard check in time is 02pm). Evening free for individual activity and leisure, and Overnight stay at hotel in Gangtok.
Day 2:
Gangtok sightseeingsMorning after the breakfast proceed to Ropeway cable car(entrance fee on your own cost). After that proceed for sightseeings like Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Himalayan zoological park, select animals, a watchtower & views of Mount Khangchendzonga, Bakthang waterfalls and Enchey monastery. Later return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 3:
Gangtok – Darjeeling (Approx 97km)Morning after the breakfast, check out from the hotel in Gangtok and transfer to Darjeeling. Upon arrival in Gangtok transfer to the hotel in Darjeeling and check in(standard check in time is 2pm). Evenning free at your own leisure and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 4:
Darjeeling sightseeingsEarly morning proceed to tiger hill for the sunrise view(8364 Ft / 2550 Mts at around 4 AM), where you can witness a panoramic view of Mount Everest and Mount Kanchenjunga together. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Later proceed for visit the places like Japanese style peace pagoda temple, Padmaja Naidu zoological park, Natural History museum, Ropeway ,Tenzing Rock and Toy train(on your own). Later return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5:
DepartureMorning after the breakfast check out from the hotel and transfer to Bagdogra International Airport for your return journey, back to home with sweet memories.
