The quintessential introduction to the hills. We combine the vibrant, modern energy of MG Marg (Gangtok) with the timeless, colonial nostalgia of the Mall Road (Darjeeling).
Your host meets you at Bagdogra/NJP. We drive along the Teesta River, watching the landscape shift from tropical forests to alpine hills. Arrive in Gangtok (5,410 ft). Check-in and spend the evening at MG Marg—the only spit-and-litter-free zone in India, buzzing with cafes and music.
Overnight: Gangtok
A high-altitude excursion. We drive up to 12,400 ft to Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake). The water changes color with the seasons, from sapphire blue to frozen white. Visit the Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir, a shrine dedicated to an Indian army soldier. Return to Gangtok for a warm dinner.
Overnight: Gangtok
We explore the soul of the city. Visit the Rumtek Monastery (Dharma Chakra Centre), a masterpiece of Tibetan architecture. Ride the Gangtok Ropeway for a bird's-eye view of the city. Visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and the Flower Exhibition Centre. A day of culture and color.
Overnight: Gangtok
We leave Sikkim and cross into West Bengal. The road winds through the famous Peshok Tea Gardens. We stop at the Lovers Meet Viewpoint (Confluence of Teesta and Rangeet rivers). Arrive in Darjeeling—the "Queen of Hills." The smell of pine and first-flush tea is unmistakable here.
Overnight: Darjeeling
Start at 4:00 AM. Drive to Tiger Hill to witness the sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga. On the way back, visit the Ghoom Monastery and the Batasia Loop. Post breakfast, visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) and the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (home to the Red Panda). Evening free to shop for tea at the Mall.
Overnight: Darjeeling
Breakfast with a final view of the misty hills. We transfer you to Bagdogra/NJP for your journey home.
Accommodation: Stay in hygienic and sanitized rooms on Double/Triple sharing basis in the hotels mentioned (or similar category).
Meals: Daily Breakfast at the hotel (unless a different Meal Plan like MAP/AP is specified in the package).
Transport: Exclusive private vehicle for:
Pick-up and Drop-off at Airport/Railway Station.
Sightseeing as per the final itinerary only.
Note: Vehicle is provided on a Point-to-Point basis and is not at disposal.
Driver & Road Expenses: Driver&rsquos allowance, fuel charges, toll taxes, state taxes, and parking fees.
Permits: Inner Line Permits (ILP) or entry fees where explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
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Taxes: All currently applicable hotel taxes.
GST if not mentioned in the rates
All personal expenses like tips, laundry, telephone calls/fax, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
Anything not mentioned under Package Inclusions.
Entrance fees at all monuments and sightseeing spots
Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, and roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
Airfare if not mentioned in the itinerary
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