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Eastern Peaks & Tea Escapade

Gangtok-Darjeeling

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Tour Code:

79-5673

Duration

6 Nights &  7 days

Activities

 Sunrise, Rafting, Joy Train Ride

Tour Type

Domestic Tour

Explore the beauty of Eastern India with this 5-night, 6-day journey through Gangtok and Darjeeling. Start your adventure with a scenic drive from NJP/IXB to Gangtok, nestled at 5412 feet, and visit the serene Tshangu Lake and Baba Mandir, along with local attractions like Tashi View Point and the Research Institute of Tibetology. Optional excursions like Nathula Pass (subject to availability) add to the thrill. After three days in Gangtok, head to Darjeeling, the “Queen of Hills,” where you can witness the sunrise over the majestic Kanchenjunga peak at Tiger Hill. Explore Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, while a visit to the famous Tea Estates rounds off your sightseeing. With options like river rafting in Teesta and a Joy Train ride in Darjeeling, this package offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure. A relaxed drive back to NJP/IXB marks the end of this delightful journey.

Day 1: Arrival NJP / IXB – Gangtok

  • Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650Mts, 130 Kms / 04 to 05 Hrs Drive)On arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 Ft / 126 Mts), you will be met by our local representative, who will assist you to board the vehicle to Gangtok. On reaching Gangtok, check in and Overnight at hotel.

Day 2: Gangtok – Excursion to Tshangu Lake & New Baba Mandir

  • Tshangu Lake (12400Ft / 3780 Mts / 43 Kms / 02 Hrs Drive one way) & New Baba Mandir (13100 Ft / 3994 Mts / 18 Kms / 01 Hrs further drive from Tshangu Lake)Today after breakfast, start for full day excursion to Tshangu Lake & New Baba Mandir. Return back to Gangtok. Overnight at hotel.
    Note:
    1. Documents for Tshangu Lake & New Baba Mandir – 02 Passport Size Photo along with Photo Copy of Photo ID Proof (Passport or Driving License or Voter ID (Pan Card &Adhaar Card is not accepted). For Children below 18 years, School Id / College Id are a must. Original to be brought with self while travelling.
    2. Incase visit to Tshangu Lake is not possible, due to landslide or any other unforeseen reasons, alternative sightseeing will be provide.
    3. Process for Foreigner, OCI & PIO Card holder are completely different, kindly inform us well in advance to plan out the itinerary accordingly.
    Optional:
    Optional:
    1. Nathula Pass (14137 Ft / 4310 Mts) Indo China Border(remains closed on Monday for tourist), visit is limited to Indian nationals only, allowed on the basis of advance permit & on extra cost. For rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.

Day 3: Gangtok

  • Gangtok (5412 Ft / 1650 Mts)Today after breakfast, go for a full day sightseeing of Gangtok covering Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Enchy Monastery, Do-rulChorten, Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Saturday & Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays), Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on Saturday & Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays) Flower Show (Closed on Saturday & Sunday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays) and Banjhakari Falls. Back to hotel & overnight at hotel.

Day 4: Gangtok – Darjeeling

  • Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts,110Kms / 04 to 05 Hrs drive)After breakfast, checkout & then transfer to Darjeeling. On reaching Darjeeling, check in and Overnight at hotel.
    Optional:

    1. Teesta River Rafting at Melli(for rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost)

Day 5: Darjeeling

  • Darjeeling (6710 Ft / 2046 Mts)*Early morning at around 0400am (subject to clear weather) for visit to Tiger Hills (8482 Ft / 2586 Mts) to view the sunrise over mighty Kanchendzonga Peak (Third highest peak in the world). Back to hotel for breakfast.
    – After breakfast go for a half-day sightseeing of local Darjeeling covering Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda,Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday, Local Festival and State & National Govt. holidays), Tenzing & Gombu Rock & Panoramic tour of Tea Estate. Back to Hotel, Overnight at hotel.
    Note:
    1. * Tiger Hill visit is subjected to availability of coupons, as only 600 vehicles are allowed in the morning. In case of non availability of coupons we will provide the Tiger Hill visit after breakfast.
    Optional:
    1. Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) popularly known as Joy Train Ride. For rate, kindly refer to Supplement & Optional Cost Column, given below the main package cost.

Day 6: Darjeeling – NJP / IXB

  • New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) (413 Ft / 126 Mts, 100 Kms / 03 to 04 Hrs drive)After breakfast transfer to New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB), for onwards connection.
    Optional:1. Detour, drive via *Pashupati Nagar visit (Indo-Nepal border) for shopping&Mirik Lake(4905 Ft / 1495Mts.)
    Note:
    Note:1. * For Pashupati Nagar visit (Indo-Nepal border) for shopping, our vehicle will stop at the Indian side of the boarder & the guest will have to walk to the Nepalese side of the border, where they can easily hire a local taxi which will cost INR 400 to 500 one way to drop the guest at Market. The guest can also easily walk to reach the market which is just 2 Kms from the boarder gate.

Included:

  • 5 nights accommodation in hotels
  • All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
  • Guide services for sightseeing
  • Excursion to Tshangu Lake and Baba Mandir
  • Travel Insurance

Excluded:

  • Any meals not mentioned
  • Optional excursions (e.g., Nathula Pass, Teesta River Rafting, Joy Train)
  • Personal expenses
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