The Mystery of Eastern India

Duration:

06 Nights / 07 Days

Destination Covered:

NJP Railway Station/IXB Airport-Mirik-Darjeeling-Gangtok-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
  • Nature and culture of Beyond with Sri Lanka I wanted to thank you for all your help in assisting with planning our India Beyond with Srilanka journey. We had a fantastic time in this tour package and our complaint is that our time in Sri Lanka was too short !!! we really enjoyed our holiday, once again thank you for all your help. Emir Avdic, Australia October 2014
  • 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
  • Golden Triangle India “Awesome experience! Everything was taken care of & I still felt I had the freedom to do what I wanted. I got to do so much more than had I tried to do this trip solo. Excellent recommendations always !” Miriam, Spain, July 2014
Tour Description

Overview

‘The Mystery of Eastern India’, is 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 in Sikkim and Darjeeling and Mirik 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 06 nights and 07 days.

Itinerary

Day 01: NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport – Mirik (By Road-55Kilometres)

On arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport, meet our representative, after welcome, drive to Mirik. Mirik is one of the most spectacular tourist destination in Darjeeling district surrounded lush green tea gardens, Orange orchards, located at the height of 5800 feet.The place offered a gorgeous lake which known asSumendu Lake.

On arrival check-in to your hotel. Rest for a while. In afternoon, proceed to visit Sumendu Lake by walk. Enjoy the stunning surroundings of the lake, you can also do the horse ride here. Overnight stay will be at Mirik.

Day 02: Mirik – Darjeeling (By Road-49 kilometres)

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.

En-route visit Indo-Nepal Border andPasupati Market in Nepal (Optional, on addition charges). Upon arrival at Darjeeling, check-in to hotel. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight at Darjeeling.

Day 03: Darjeeling (Local 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 04: Darjeeling – Gangtok (By Road-119 Kilometres)

Today after breakfast proceeds to panoramic drive to Gangtok.Gangtok is one of the most beautiful city and the capital of Sikkim.

On arrival check-in to your hotel. Rest day is free at leisure, you can explore the vibrant culture of the city while roaming around the market along with nearby places of the city, and you can also buy some local handicraft items. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.

Day 05: Gangtok Local Sightseeing

Today after breakfast, proceed for a Full day city tour covering, Ganesh Tok, Tashi View, HanumakTok, Rumtek Monastery, Do-DrulChorten, Research Institute of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, Banjhakri falls and Flower Show.

After city tour, return back to the hotel. Overnight stay will be at Gangtok.

Day 06: Gangtok (Trip to Tsomgo Lake + Baba Mandir)

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 07: Gangtok – NJP Rly Stn /IXB Airport (By Road-125 kilometres)

After breakfast, Check out from hotel and proceed to Bagdogra airport or NJP railway station 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 leisure walk, and explore the breath taking surroundings of Sumendu Lake.
  2. 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.
  3. Visit Tsomgo Lake, Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial in Gangtok.
  4. Take a breath-taking view the sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzonga at Tiger hill.
  5. 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.
  6. Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop.
  7. You may also visit Indo-Nepal Border and Pasupati Market in Nepal (Optional, on addition charges).
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