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Luxury Gangtok Darjeeling | FREE River Rafting

5D/4N

5 Days in Gangtok

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Transfer Included

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Breakfast Included

Sightseeing Included

Trip Highlights

Get goosebumps as you stand tall on the NathuLa pass and try to locate the Chinese Troops on the other side of the border
Unleash your inner wanderer with breathtaking landscapes composed of mountains, waterfalls, forests, lakes, and monasteries.
Take back souvenirs in the form of Buddhist paintings (Thangkas), carpets and other colourful handicrafts from the markets of Gangtok
Visit the largest high altitude zoo in India at an average elevation of 7000ft and catch the glimpse of Red Panda in Darjeeling
Take the sweeping views of sunrise from Tiger Hill, at the height of 8482ft where mountains turns golden with first rays.

From 24,999 ₹ per Adult
~~34,615 ₹~~ per Adult

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94% of travelers recommend this experience

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Itinerary

Day 1

NJP Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok | Welcome to the Capital City of Sikkim

● Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station, board a hassle-free transfer to Gangtok.
● Don’t forget to capture the picturesque views of the mighty Teesta River on the way.
● Upon reaching Gangtok, check in to the hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
● In the evening, you can visit the MG Marg of Gangtok where you can collect souvenirs and treat your taste buds with authentic Sikkimese cuisine.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

Day 2

Gangtok Excursion Tour | Listen to the local story of Baba Mandir

● After a tasty breakfast in the morning, get ready to visit some beautiful locations around Gangtok.
● Begin by visiting the famous glaciated lake - Tsomgo Lake aka Changu Lake which was used to predict the future by the Buddhist monk depending upon its changing colours.
● Following this, you will visit the famous shrine of the Baba Mandir where it is believed that his spirit protects every soldier in the inhospitable high-altitude terrain of the Eastern Himalayas.
● Later, you can also visit Nathula Pass* (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) which is one of the most crucial passes on the crossroads of the India-China border (at an additional cost).
● Later, return back to Gangtok for an overnight stay.

Day 3

Gangtok to Darjeeling | From Capital City to the Tea Gardens

● After having a flavourful breakfast, you will start for Darjeeling.
● Travel through the trails decorated with the magical views of the Himalayas and the adjoining valleys and don’t forget to capture the amazing snow-covered peaks lined with aromatic Tea Gardens.
● Reach Darjeeling and check-in to the hotel, and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
● You can also explore the bustling Mall Road in Darjeeling and buy some unique souvenirs and handicrafts.
● Overnight stay at the hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 4

Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing | Watch the morning rays fall on Mt. Kanchenjunga

● Kick-off your day at around 4 AM for an amazing experience.
● Climb up to the top of Tiger Hill to catch the sunrise casting lights on Mt. Kanchenjunga and adjoining peaks.
● Have your breakfast after this and then proceed for further sightseeing.
● Visit the famous Batasia Loop (Army Memorial), which offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Darjeeling hill station lined with Himalayan peaks.
● Embrace the spiritual side of Darjeeling by visiting the Ghoom Monastery that houses a 15-foot high Maitreya Buddha statue (made from the clay bought from Tibet).
● Head out to explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Thursday closed) and the Tenzing rock to know the history of mountaineering in India.
● Following this visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (Thursday closed) to get a glimpse of the Red Pandas (endangered specie).
● Take a stroll through the lush Tea Estates to understand the production of the best quality tea, popular all over the world.
● Later visit the Japanese Temple and the adjoining Peace Pagoda that showcases 4 avatars of Lord Buddha and offers scenic views of Mt. Kanchenjunga range.
● Conclude by visiting the Tibetan Refugee Centre where you can shop Tibetan handicrafts that are produced by the locals there.
● Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Day 5

Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport/ NJP Station | Goodbye with lots of memories

● After having a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel and then board your vehicle to reach NJP Station/ Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
● Your tour concludes once you are dropped at the airport/ railway station for your onwards journey.
● It’s now time to head back home with a plethora of good memories.