Sweet Eastern Himalaya

Duration:

07 Nights / 08 Days

Destination Covered:

NJP Railway Station/IXB Airport-Kalimpong-Gangtok-Pelling-Darjeeling-NJP Railway Station/IXB Airport

Reviews

  • India Real Heritage Destinations ! Our tour was well organized and amazing. It was very quick and easy to work with our tour manager Mr. Pragya Chandra. Travel docket was well prepared with all of the details and information we needed, plus recommendations and suggestions. Our driver Anil was excellent, especially in India’s busy streets! He was very pleasant, respectful and always on time. We would love to have him as our driver again. Jodi Parker and Family, United States of America, January 2015
  • A wonderful travel agency! My son and I had a wonderful trip along with a fantastic driver and guide. I appreciate the care and attention you had given us in coming up with our itinerary. Thank you so much for your all positive effort! John, New York, USA, January 2015
  • Rapid Golden Triangle I had a wonderful experience in Golden Triangle Tour of North India! Everything was pre plan according to my itinerary, taken care of and I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to see and do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations from my tour desirner who made us program adaptable to my wishes and price range. My driver was knowledgeable about each locations and gave great suggestions on activities for me (photography related) Echo Blum, United Kingdom, December 2014
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  • The trip was great! Everything worked very well The travel itself was well elaborated, the hotels were very well equilibration, from the more basic ones to the luxury resorts as the Dune or the Taj Malabar in Cochin. A very special experience was the trip on the boat (Spice Coast Cruises) -> simply great!
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    As a summary we were extremely satisfied with the travel and the organization from Shanti Travel.
    Thank you very much for your support, give her our warm regards. Claudia Reinhardt, German, September 2014
  • Rajasthan Royal Fantastic “Very happy with the trip. Rohit Poddar, our Tour Designer was very efficient and thorough! Accommodation was great and we’d like to travel again with Crocus Travel.” Michael, UK, Rajasthan, August 2014
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Tour Description

Overview

Kalimpong is one of the most alluring city of West Bengal, located at the height of about 4,101 feet from sea level, surrounded by lush green mid ranges of the great Himalayas.it offers a stunning view of snow-capped peaks.
The capital of Sikkim, Gangtok is one of the largest city of Sikkim. Located at the height of 5500 feet, on the foothill of lower Himalayas.The city offers a breath-taking view of the Khangchendzonga.

Pelling is one of the most picturesque city and popular destination in Sikkim. The city is located at the height of 7,200 feet from sea level. Pelling. It offers the stunning view of The Great Himalayas and the Kanchenjanga which enhanced the beauty of this place.

The "Queen of the Hills” Darjeeling is one of the most picturesque city in West Bengal. The city is located at the height of 7,100 feet from sea level, on the foothill of Lesser Himalaya. This beautiful city is renowned for its Tea plantation along with Darjeeling Himalayan Railway which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We are pleased to offer you the well-designed package the ‘Sweet Eastern Himalaya’, which provides a perfect gateway for those, who are seeking to explore the beauty of the nature, along with the culture and tradition of the region. You will get an opportunity to explore the two most beautiful cities of Sikkim and west Bengal such as Gangtok and Pelling in Sikkim and Darjeeling and Kalimpong in West Bengal. You will explore the main attractions of the cities along with take a magnificent view the sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzonga at Tiger hill. Duration of the package is 07 nights and 08 days.

Itinerary

Day 01: NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport - Kalimpong (By Road - 85 kilometres)

Upon arrival at NJP Railway station / IXB airport, meet our representative & transfer to Kalimpong – Kalimpong is one of the most picturesque hill station in West Bengal, surrounded with great Himalayas and gently rolling hills around.
On arrival at Kalimpong, check-in to your hotel. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight stay will be at Kalimpong.

Day 02: Kalimpong - Gangtok (By Road - 80 Kilometres)

Today after early breakfast, proceed to visit MangalDham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Grahams Home, and Durbin Dhara Hills, Flowers Nurseries. After visiting the places, return back to the hotel.
Post lunch, drive to Gangtok- Which is the Capital of Sikkim. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.

Day 03: Gangtok (Trip to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir)(Excursion Tour)

After breakfast, Start for a half day trip of Tsomgo Lake, which is located at the height of 12,400 feet from sea level & Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial which is located at the height of 13200 feet from sea level, located at the distance of 52 kms from Gangtok city. Tsomgo Lake freezes completely during the winter. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.


Day 04: Gangtok sightseeing - Pelling(By Road - 115 Kilometres)

Today, after an early breakfast, proceed for a half day local city tour covering Rumtek Monastery, Do-DrulChorten, Research Institute of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, and Flower Show.

After lunch drive to PellingIt is one of the most picturesque city and popular destination in Sikkim. The city is located at the height of 7,200 feet from sea level. On the way visit Ravangla, it is one of the most alluring town in Sikkim, located at the height of 7,200 feet from sea level. On the way visit Ravangla. You can enjoy the glorious Eastern Himalayan Range from Pelling.
On arrival at Pelling, check-in to your pre booked hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 05: Pelling Sightseeing

Post breakfast, proceed for city tour of Pelling and explore the major attractions of the city such as Darap Valley, Rimbi Water Falls, Rimbi Power Project, Rock Garden, Kanchenjunga falls, Khachoedpalri and Wish Lake.
After sightseeing, return back to hotel for lunch. Post lunch visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, Rabdantse View Point, Helipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.

Day 06: Pelling - Darjeeling (By Road - 118 Kms /4 hrs)

After having early breakfast, drive to Darjeeling, it is one of the most picturesque Hill Resorts in India, located at the height of the height of 7,100 feet from sea level.
Upon arrival at Darjeeling, check-in to hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight at Darjeeling.

Day 07: Darjeeling (sightseeing)

Today Early Morning drive to Tiger hill to watch the stunning sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzonga, which is known as world’s third highest peak, located at the height of 28,208 ft. On your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.

After breakfast, proceed to take city tour of Darjelling, visit some of the most popular attractions of the city such as  Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre ,  P.N.ZoologicalPark,Tenzing Rock, Tea Garden (outer view), and JapaneseTemple. After sightseeing, return back to the hotel. Evening is free at leisure.
Overnight stay will be at Darjeeling

Day 08: Darjeeling - NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport (By Road - 90 Kilometres)

Today is the last day of your tour. After breakfast, check out from hotel in time and take the departure transfer to NJP railway station / IXB airport for your onward journey. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:-

  1. Enjoy the half day city tour of Kalimpong including MangalDham, Deolo Hill, Dr. Grahams Home, and Durbin Dhara Hills, Flowers Nurseries.
  2. Visit Tsomgo Lake, Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial in Gangtok.
  3. Enjoy the full day city tour of Gangtok including Ganesh Tok, Tashi View, HanumakTok, Rumtek Monastery, Do-DrulChorten, Research Institute of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, Banjhakri falls and Flower Show.
  4. Visit the major attractions of Pelling such as Darap Valley, Rimbi Water Falls, Rimbi Power Project, Rock Garden, Kanchenjunga falls, Khachoedpalri Wish Lake.
  5. Explore the other major attractions of Pelling like Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, Rabdantse View Point, Helipad Ground.
  6. Take a breath-taking view the sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzonga at Tiger hill.
  7. Enjoy the city tour of Darjeeling including Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre, P.N.Zoological Park, Tenzing Rock, Tea Garden (outer view) and JapaneseTemple.
  8. Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.
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