On arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport, you will be met by our office Executive who will assist you to board your vehicle to Gangtok (130 kms / 4 hrs), Gangtok (5500 Ft) the capital of Sikkim, Sikkim - the Land of the Pristine and un spoilt natural beauty with alpine landscapes and thick luxuriant forests, rivers in torrent and peaceful lakes.
DAY- 02 / GANGTOK
After breakfast start for a half day excursion trip to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial (13200 ft) 52 kms. one way from Gangtok city. A 40 km drive which takes 2.5 hrs. This lake is located very close to Nathulla Pass which is the entry point to China termed as the “Silk Route” & remains frozen for most parts of the year. Legend has it that the Lamas use to forecast the future by studying the colors of the lakes waters. Enjoy the surroundings, majestic snowy peaks which feed the lake and the clean fresh air. Back to Gangtok by after noon. Evening free.Dinner&overnight stay at Gangtok
DAY- 03 / GANGTOK - LACHUNG
Depart early morning for Lachung (8610 Ft), a distance of 117 kms. On the way stop Naga Waterfalls; the confluence of Lachen Chu & Lachung Chu at Chungthang- the starting point of the river Teesta. Chungthang is predominantly a Lepcha region, the nodal junction for the two passes- Lachen & Lachung. Stop at the Twin Waterfalls & Bhim Nala Waterfalls before reaching Lachung. Lachung is an exquisite valley town, resplendent in its crown of snow capped mountains, breathtaking waterfalls & sparkling streams. It has been described as “the most picturesque village of Sikkim” by Joseph Dalton in his ‘Himalayan Journal’ (1855). Checkin and get refreshed. The rest of the afternoon is spent Nature Exploring & Local Sightseeing around Lachung village with a visit to the Lachung Monastery, relax, sleep off & rest your tired body. Night Halt at, Lachung.
DAY- 04 / LACHUNG
After Breakfast proceed to Yumthang (11800 Ft) a 23 kms drive taking 1.5hrs. This is where the Tree Line ends & the rhododendron groves cover the landscape in a surreal shade. Also called the Valley of Flowers as in spring wild alpine flowers carpet the land. In winter there is snow all around and the snow clad mountains add to the ethereal beauty. This place is also known for its Hot Springs which have healing medicinal properties. Picnic in this beautiful valley, trek to reach the high points all around, take a bath in the Hot Springs. Back to Lachung by evening. Night Halt at Lachung.
DAY- 05 / LACHUNG - GANGTOK
After Breakfast depart for Gangtok with lunch served at Mangan. Enroute, visit the Phodong Monastery 38 kms from Gangtok which is famous for its exquisitely delicate mural paintings and frescoes. Built by Chogyal Gyurmed Namgyal in the first quarter of the 18th century for the Karmapa, Phodong is the first Kagyupa monastery to be set up in Sikkim. Reach Gangtok by evening.
DAY- 06 / GANGTOK - PELLING
Morning after breakfast visit Dro-Dul Chorten, Research Institute of Tibetology, Rope Way Ride (Ticket Fare Extra), Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, and Flower show. After lunch proceed towards Pelling (6800 Ft 116 kms / 5 hrs), via Ravangla(6800 Ft) , a small township & transit point to various destinations in South & West Sikkim,situated at the base of Meenam Hill (10300 Ft).. Overnight at Hotel in Pelling.
DAY- 07 / PELLING
After breakfast we start for local sightseeing trip covering Darap Valley, Rimbi Water Falls, Rimbi Power Project, Rock Garden, and Kangchendzonga falls, Khachoedpalri Wish Lake, Back to hotel for lunch. After lunch visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, Rabdantse View Point, Helipad Ground. Overnight at hotel.
DAY- 08 / PELLING -DARJEELING
Next day in morning after breakfast transfer to Darjeeling (125 kms / 05 hrs), Darjeeling (7100 ft), the “Queen of the hill stations”, its name derived from “Dorje-Line” which means the place of “ Dorje”, the mystic thunderbolt. After a very scenic drive thru the mountains, tea gardens etc. Overnight at Hotel in Darjeeling.
DAY- 09 / DARJEELING
Early morning tour start at 4 am an early morning trip to Tiger Hill (7800 Ft) to catch the sunrise from behind the majestic Kanchenjunga range. On the way back visit the Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop. Back to the hotel for breakfast. Afternoon go for a half-day sight seeing of PadmajaNaidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed onThursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (Closed on Sunday) &. Rock Garden & Gangamaya Park. On evening back to the hotel, dinner & overnight at Darjeeling
DAY- 10 / DARJEELING TO KALIMPONG
Morning after breakfast transfer to Kalimpong, Kalimpong (4000 Ft) called the garden of flowers. This town has almost everything- scenic beauty, flowers, greenery, waters, mists, clouds etc. Half day sightseeing of Durpin Hill (which has the famous Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brang Monastery which belongs to the same Buddhist sect as the present Dalai Lama), Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Chitra Bhanu & Kalim Temple, Dr Graham's Homes complex with its historic church & well maintained grounds founded in 1900 by Rev. Dr. J A Graham, a Scottish missionary, Delo Hill(5556 ft) appears to be the roof- of- the- world, is the highest point in Kalimpong. Delo alsohas the town’s picturesque water reservoir. Then on to Mangal Dham Temple constructed in memory of the late Guru Shree (108) Mangal Dasji and dedicated to Lord Krishna, Kalimpong Arts & Crafts Centre, Nature Interpretation Centre (Forest Museum).
After breakfast proceed to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport (100 Km / 03 Hrs), for your onward connection.
Price
JTT / EH / 029
GOLDEN TOUR OF KANCHENDZONGA
Cost Basis - Per Person on Twin Sharing
Standard
Deluxe
Luxury
Royal
02 Adults Traveling Together
23969
28031
38031
51594
04 Adults Traveling Together
17750
21813
31813
45375
06 Adults Traveling Together
15167
19229
29229
42792
08 Adults Traveling Together
13875
17938
27938
41500
Extra Child / Adult With bed
11025
14025
19650
31025
Extra Child Without Bed
6375
9375
15000
26375
MAP Supplement Cost
1875
2188
Inclusive
Inclusive
AP supplement Cost
3750
4688
3125
Inclusive
** MAP – Major American Plans Includes Daily Breakfast + 1 Major Meal ( Lunch / Dinners) ** AP – American Plans Includes Daily Breakfast + Lunch + Dinners
