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Enchanting Sikkim, Kalimpong and Darjeeling Tour  - 7 Days

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US $2,280 US $326 per day
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Experience the freshness of the eastern Himalayas on the enchanting tour to ‘Queen of the Hills’ and rejuvenate your vigor

Explore Darjeeling, Gangtok and Kalimpong, three of the most popular destinations in the Eastern Himalayas. Darjeeling, with the 8,586 meter Mt. Khangchendzonga looming over the northern horizon, is hemmed in by Sikkim in the north, Nepal in the west and Bhutan in the east. The town is known as the “Queen of the Hills” and gives its name to the celebrated Darjeeling Tea. Enjoy a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, recognized as a World Heritage Railway by the UNESCO. The toy train is one of the most striking examples of Darjeeling’s British Raj influence. Perhaps, the most famous attraction of Darjeeling is the sunrise from the Tiger Hill. Like Darjeeling and Kalimpong, Sikkim is also a popular tour destination, it takes about 4 hours to reach Gangtok of Sikkim. The drive from Darjeeling to Sikkim is on a winding up-hill mountain road with the views of scenic hills. There are also some famous Buddhist pilgrimage sites in Gangtok, which are prime attractions to the Buddhists.

The tour begins upon our arrival at Darjeeling, and which way we come to Darjeeling depends upon from where we are travelling. Himalayan Glacier’s local representative will greet us at Bhadrapur Airport (Nepal Border), if we’re coming via Nepal or at Phuentsholing (Bhutan Border) if we are coming via Bhutan or at Bagdogra Airport, if we are flying from Delhi or Calcutta. In case, we are taking a train to the nearest railway station, either at New Jalpaiguri or Siliguri, Himalayan Glacier’s local representative will welcome us at the respective stations.

Overview

Arrival City
Darjeeling, India
Departure City
Phuentsholing, Bhutan
Lodging Level
(New Elgin Hotel) or similar
Meals
7 breakfast, 6 lunch, 6 dinner
Trip Grade
Light
Maximum Altitude
2,050m/6,726ft
Attractions
Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok
Activity
Cultural and Historical Tours
Styles
Family Holiday, School Travel

Trip Itinerary

1
Day 01
Arrival in Darjeeling
Darjeeling 2,050m / 6,726ft

Upon arrival, our esteemed Sikkim and Darjeeling tour begins today. At the dawn, we meet the local representative at Phuntsholing (Bhutan Border) or Bhadrapur Airport (Nepal Border) or Bagdogra Airport (flights connects from Delhi and Kolkata). Our guide escorts us to Darjeeling. We check in at Hotel at Darjeeling. Leisure overnight.

Maximum Altitude
Maximum Altitude
2,050m/6,726ft
Lodging Level
Accommodation
Hotel (New Elgin Hotel)
Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
2
Day 02
Darjeeling Sightseeing
Darjeeling 2,050m / 6,726ft

Today early in the morning, we pay our visit to Tiger Hill to see the view of sun rise over Mt Kanchendzonga. While returning, we make our visit to Yiga-Choling (Ghoom) Monastery as well. Upon the completion of strolling around the monsatery we return to the Hotel for Darjeeling Tea Breakfast. After breakfast, we will be escorted for sightseeing around Darjeeling. Some of the places we visit include Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center, Tea Garden and Tea Factory, Peace Pegoda. Then in the evening we come back to the hotel. Leisure overnight.

Maximum Altitude
Maximum Altitude
2,050m/6,726ft
Lodging Level
Accommodation
Hotel (New Elgin Hotel)
Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3
Day 03
Drive to Gangtok
Gangtok (Sikkim 1,700m / 5,578ft

Today after breakfast, we take a 4-5 hrs drive (105 km) from Darjeeling to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Check in at hotel at Gangtok. Leisure overnight.

  • Travel Distance:
    105 km
  • Driving:
    4-5 hrs
Maximum Altitude
Maximum Altitude
1,700m/5,578ft
Lodging Level
Accommodation
Hotel (Norkhill Hotel)
Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4
Day 04
Gangtok sightseeing
Gangtok (Sikkim 1,700m / 5,578ft

Today early morning, we visit Tashi View point about 8 km from Gangtok. It is a resting shed. Astounding view of Khangchendzonga and the Siniolchu Range is the main attractive of this point. The distant north Sikkim monasteries are also visible from this point along the North Sikkim highway. Then we back to the hotel for breakfast. After having breakfast, we pay our tour visit to  Directorate of Handicrafts and Handlooms or Government Institute of Cottage Industries, Enchey Monastery, Research Institute of Tibetology, Rumtek Monastery in evening free at Leisure wal around Gangtok Market. Leisure overnight.

Maximum Altitude
Maximum Altitude
1,700m/5,578ft
Lodging Level
Accommodation
Hotel (Norkhill Hotel)
Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
5
Day 05
Drive to Kalimpong
Kalimpong 1,247m / 4,091ft

Today upon our breakfast, we drive 80 km from Gangtok to Kalimpong, a small town established for the Trade with Bhutan and Tibet by India. Check in at Hotel at Kalimpong. Leisure overnight.

  • Travel Distance:
    80 km
  • Driving:
    3-4 hrs
Maximum Altitude
Maximum Altitude
1,247m/4,091ft
Lodging Level
Accommodation
Hotel (Himalayan Hotel)
Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
6
Day 06
Kalimpong Sightseeing
Kalimpong 1,247m / 4,091ft

At kalimpong, there are few Tibetan Buddhist Gompas in Kalimpong as well. Among them are, the Tharpa Choling Gompa Durbin Monastry and other sightseeing places like Dello View point and Hat Bazar ( this was the Bazar in old days when they use to have trade to Tibet the horses use to stop here and the Silk route to Tibet starts from Here). Then, the evening will be leisure free. Overnight at Kalimpong.

Maximum Altitude
Maximum Altitude
1,247m/4,091ft
Lodging Level
Accommodation
Hotel (Himalayan Hotel)
Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
7
Day 07
Trip concludes

Today after breakfast, we will be escorted to Phuntsholing (Bhutan Border) or Bhadrapur Airport (Nepal Border) or Bagdogra Airport (flights connects from Delhi and Kolkata) for our flight for onward tour with wonderful memories of tour of Sikkim Kalimpong and Darjeeling.

Single Supplementary
Meals
Breakfast

Included

  • Asset 147
    Accommodation in 3 star hotel on twin sharing basis
  • Local Guide & Support Staffs
  • Asset 42
    All Private Ground Transportation Including Airport Transfers
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Asset 67
    Small-Group Tour
  • Guaranteed Departures
  • Asset 63
    Lifetime Deposit
  • No Booking Fee

For Your Information, International flights aren’t included.  Rooms are usually shared by two people unless you request for a private room. Also, you can upgrade to better hotels in the mountain and even in the cities. For your customized services, please specify during the booking process or contact our Destination & Products Specialist.

Meals

All our meals are included during our stay in the tour. A variety of meals available will be served in most hotels the most popular being Indian, Chinese, continental and local food.

Accommodation

All accommodations will be trip cost inclusive on three star hotels on twin share basis. Further, accommodations will be chosen based on standard of hygiene, standard of service and food, and location. Himalayan Glacier employs New Elgin Hotel or similar in Darjeeling, Norkhill Hotel or Similar in Gangtok, and Himalayan Hotel or similar in Kalimpong. Since the tour is designed on twin sharing basis, we share room with our fellow traveler. In case our preference for single rooms or in case of odd number of group members, Himalayan Glacier manages single supplement upon the cost of USD 650.

DATES & PRICES

All our published dates are guaranteed departures. If the dates don’t match with your travel plans, we are more than happy to create your desired date. Let us know what kind of trip you are looking for and our travel experts will help plan your tailor-made trips in your dream destination.

Dates

Arrival - Departure

Availability

Spaces

Price

Per Person (Twin share basis)
The tour is available upon request. Please contact us for information regarding dates and prices.

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