Panoramic Tour of West Bengal

Duration:

05 Nights / 06 Days

Destination Covered:

Kolkata-Darjeeling-Mirik-Kolkata

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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Tour Description

Overview

Panoramic Tour of West Bengal is a well-designed package which provides a perfect holiday for those, who are seeking to explore some amazing destinations of West Bengal. You will get an opportunity to explore the most beautiful places of West Bengal such as Kolkata, Darjeeling and Mirik. Kolkata is the capital city of West Bengal and Siliguri is the prime transit base place from where you can enter the Eastern Himalayan range. Nepal, Bhutan and China are the bordering countries with Eastern Himalaya Range.  Kolkata is the city is also known as “City of Joy”.  It is one of the historical cities in India. Darjeeling and Mirik are the popular hill stations of West Bengal. Honeymoon tour packages, adventure packages are arranged for the tourist who wants to visit Eastern Himalayas. The duration of the tour is 05 nights and 06 days courting the places such as Darjeeling, Mirik and Kolkata.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kolkata (By flight)

Upon arrival at Kolkata Airport/Railway Station, meet our representative followed with a check-in to your pre-reserved Hotel.  Kolkata formerly known as Calcutta is the capital of West Bengal and is located on the bank of the Hooghly River. Kolkata being one of the metropolitan cities of India is a home to different cultures, religions, styles where its population has been happily amalgamated.  Kolkata is also considered as the 'Paris of the East'.  Kolkata is famous since British era as it was the capital of India till 1912. The Day is kept free for Leisure after a long journey and you may choose to visit the surrounding places in the evening.

Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 02: Kolkata Sightseeing

After Breakfast, proceed for Kolkata sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Dakshineswar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Victoria memorial, Eden Gardens, Howrah Bridge and Hoogli River. At the end of the tour, back to your Hotel and relax.

Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Kolkata

Day 03: Kolkata – Bagdogra (By flight) - Darjeeling (By Road-70 Kilometres)

Check-out from the Hotel after your breakfast and proceed to Kolkata Airport for your onward flight to Bagdogra.  On your arrival at Bagdogra you will be picked up by Tour Representative and will then be driven to Darjeeling which is also called as “The Queen of Hills”.   Darjeeling is considered to be one of the best tourist destinations in North East Indian region of India. The economy of the region is primarily dependent on three T’s which is Tea, Tourism and Timber.  Darjeeling is known in the world for its Tea estates and this small hill town offers exquisite picturesque beauty which attracts many travelers across the Globe.  Upon your arrival at Darjeeling, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax.  After freshen-up proceed for Darjeeling sightseeing tour with our Tour Representative to see the popular places such as Padmaja Naidu Himalaya Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Happy Valley Tea Garden and Tenzing Rock.  At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Darjeeling

Day 04: Darjeeling Sightseeing

Early morning around 0400 Hrs, proceed for to the Tiger Hill to witness the awesome viewpoint of Kanchenjunga. Kanchenjunga is one of the third highest mountains in the world. Enjoy the sunrise viewpoint in the tiger hills and the rays that falls of the snow capped mountains of Himalayas and gives you a golden look of the Kanchenjunga peaks. This tourist spot is best for Nature lovers and Photo fanatics. After Sunrise, visit the Batasia Loop and Ghum Monastery which are other popular attractions in Darjeeling. Later return to your Hotel for freshen-up and breakfast. After relaxing for a while, proceed to Rock Garden and beautiful water-falls. At the end of the Tour, return to your Hotel and relax.

Evening free for Leisure

Overnight stay in Darjeeling

Day 05: Darjeeling – Mirik (By Road-60 Kilometrs)


After Breakfast, proceed for an excursion tour to Mirik which is a petite and quiet hill town in Darjeeling. Journey to Mirik is through the scenic tea gardens on the hill slopes and there many beautiful stopovers where you can halt and enjoy the nature.

Mirik is famous for its climate and natural grandeur. On your arrival at Mirik, check-in at your pre-reserved Hotel and relax. After freshen-up proceed for Mirik sightseeing tour to see the popular places such as Mirik Lake (Sumendu Lake), Pashupati Market and Tea Gardens. Mirik Lake is one of the prime attractions of Mirik and is surrounded by lush green garden and pine forest.  There is an arch style footbridge passing over the river that connects both the sides of the river.  Boating facility in traditional Shikara style boat is available at the Lake and one can enjoy the scenic views of snow-capped Himalayas while cruising at this serene lake. In the evening, visit the Pashupati Market which is around 15 Kms from Mirik and is located on India and Nepal Border. The Pashupati Market is famous for the cheap electronic gadgets, clothes and souvenirs. After spending a peaceful day at this quiet place, return to your Hotel in Mirik and relax.

Overnight stay in Mirik

Day 06: Mirik – Bagdogra (By Road-60 Kilometres)

Check-out from the Hotel after your Breakfast and proceed to Bagdogra. Upon arrival at Bagdogra, transfer to Bagdogra Airport for your onward flight to your destination with memorable moments with you.

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights

Tour Highlights:

  1. Explore the major attraction of Kolkata such as  Dakshineswar Temple, Indian Museum, Marble Palace, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Victoria memorial, Eden Gardens, Howrah Bridge, Hoogli River
  2. Sunrise view point at Tiger Hill, Batasia Loop, Ghum Monastery, Rock Garden.
  3. Padmaja Naidu Himalaya Zoological Park and Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Happy Valley Tea Garden, Tenzing Rock.
  4. Explore the major sightseeing tour of Mirik s such as Mirik Lake (Sumendu Lake), Pashupati Market and Tea Gardens.
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