DARJEELING :
History of Darjeeling. Part of the state of Sikkim,Darjeeling became part of an important buffer state between Nepal and Bhutan. The British, using the area as a sanitorium, found that the climate provided excellent tea-cultivating conditions and soon began to grow tea on the hills of Darjeeling.
LACHUNG :
Lachung is a town and hill station in northeast Sikkim, India. It is located in the North Sikkim district near the border with Tibet. Lachung is at an elevation of about 9,600 feet (2,900 m) and at the confluence of the lachenand Lachung Rivers, both tributaries of the River Teesta. The wordLachung means "small pass". The town is approximately 125 kilometres (78 mi) from the capital Gangtok.
GANGTOK :
In 1894, Thutob Namgyal, the Sikkimese monarch under British rule, shifted the capital from Tumlong to Gangtok, increasing its importance. A new grand palace along with other state buildings was built in the new capital. Following India's independence in 1947, Sikkim became a nation-state with Gangtok as its capital.
ENTRY AND EXIT POINT OF TOUR
ENTRY : NEW JALPAIGURI / BAGDOGRA
EXIT : NEW JALPAIGURI / BAGDOGRA
Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Darjeeling (75 kms / 3 hrs)
Meet & Greet on arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 02: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 03: Darjeeling – Gangtok (100 kms / 4 hrs) Local Sightseeing
After breakfast proceeds to picturesque drive to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon proceed for a city tour visiting Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 04: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)
Day 05: Gangtok – Lachung (103 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel with limited luggage and proceed to Lachung (8,700 ft.), North Sikkim. On the way take a break for some beautiful spots which are worth seeing and visiting like Naga Waterfall, The Confluence of Lachen Chu (River) & Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang and Bhim Nala Waterfall. On arrival at Lachung check into your hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 06: Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion
After breakfast proceed to Yumthang Valley which is Known as Valley of Flowers (12,000 ft. Known as Valley of Flowers). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort. Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 07: Lachung – Gangtok (103 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast proceed to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On the way if the weather is clear you may get to see Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik view point. On arrival at Gangtok check-in to your hotel. Rest of the evening free for your own activities. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 08: Gangtok – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (120 kms / 5 hrs)
After breakfast Check-out from hotel and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB AirporT
NO OF PAX (COST PER PERSON) |
PREMIUM + (MAP) |
PREMIUM (MAP) |
LUXURY (MAP) |
SUPERIOR (MAP) |
SUP. DLX. (MAP) |
DELUXE (CP) |
STANDARD (CP) |
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VEHICLE |
LUXURY |
LUXURY |
LUXURY |
STANDARD |
STANDARD |
STANDARD |
STANDARD |
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02 PAX |
60300 |
48200 |
41300 |
34200 |
30500 |
27400 |
23600 |
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04 PAX |
49600 |
38600 |
31700 |
27000 |
23200 |
20100 |
16400 |
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06 PAX |
46000 |
35500 |
28600 |
25000 |
21300 |
18100 |
14400 |
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08 PAX |
NA |
NA |
NA |
23600 |
19900 |
16800 |
13000 |
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EXTRA PAX (EPSR) |
29100 |
19700 |
13800 |
11200 |
9400 |
6900 |
6200 |
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CHILD WITH BED (CWB) |
26200 |
19000 |
13800 |
10900 |
9200 |
6400 |
6000 |
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CHILD NO BED (CNB) |
18300 |
13800 |
9000 |
6700 |
5600 |
3400 |
2500 |
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VEHICLE TYPE |
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NO. OF PAX |
STANDARD |
LUXURY |
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1 – 3 Pax Including Child |
Indica / Wagon R / Sumo / Max |
Xylo / Scorpio / Innova |
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4 – 6 Pax Including Child |
Sumo / Max |
Xylo / Scorpio / Innova |
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7 – 8 Pax Including Child |
Sumo / Max |
N.A. |
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SUPPLEMENT VEHICLE COST |
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Vehicle |
Particulars |
Supplement Amount |
Sumo / Max |
Instead of Indica / WagonR for above itinerary. |
500 |
Innova / Scorpio / Xylo |
Instead of Indica / WagonR for above itinerary. |
8900 |
Innova / Scorpio / Xylo |
Instead of Sumo / Max for above itinerary. |
8500 |
Sumo / Xylo |
Zero Point |
2500/3000 |
ACCOMMODATION |
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DESTINATIONS |
PREMIUM + MAP) |
PREMIUM (MAP) |
LUXURY (MAP) |
SUPERIOR (MAP) |
SUP. DLX. (MAP) |
DELUXE (CP) |
STANDARD (CP) |
Darjeeling |
Mayfair Hill Resort / Similar |
Viceroy / Crescent / R J Resort / Similar |
Pine Tree / Sian Resort & Spa / Similar |
Pink Mountain/ Mohit (Exe) Hermitage/ Similar |
Omega Residency /Mohit (DBL) / Similar |
Yuma / Seven Seventeen/ Similar |
North Star / Marvel Intl. / Princes / Similar |
Gangtok |
Royal Plaza / Denzong Regency / Similar |
Yangthang Heritage / Mt. Siniolchu / Orange Village / Similar |
Tashiling Residency / Tamarind Residency / Keepsa Residency / Similar |
Royal Oaks / Sikkim Delights / Viceroy Le Primula/ Similar |
Samaya / Tashi Palace / Himalayan Heights / Similar |
The Sikkim Retreat / Crown De La Cruz / Similar |
Irish Inn / Tibet Gallery / Berries / Similar |
Lachung (All Meals at Hotel) |
Yarlam Resort (Valley View) |
Yarlam Resort (Non Vally View) |
Himalayan Residency /Norling Zimkhang / Modern Residency / Similar |
Cliff View / Park Palace / Similar |
Royal Lachung / Fortuna / Snow Lion / Similar |
Highlander’s Home / Fortuna / Similar |
Ice Land Resort / Lachung Regency / Similar |
· Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis.
· Meal Plan (as per mentioned above).
· Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. Please brief to guest that vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis).
· All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
· Air Fare / Train fare.
· Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), porterage.
· Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
· Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
· Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
· Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
· Room Heater Charges.
· Service Tax.
· Insurance.
Anything which is not included in the inclusion
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DARJEELING Tiger Hill, Darjeeling , Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park , Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Darjeeling Mall
DARJEELING SHOPPING TIPS : Tea , Tibetan artifacts, Local knick knacks , Photos of mountains and the city , Books
LACHUNG :Yumesamdong (Zero Point) , Yumthang Valley , Lachung Monastery , Bhim Nala Falls , Naga
ANGTOK :Nathu La , Hanuman Tok , Banjhakri falls and park , Khecheopalri Lake , Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
GANGTOK SHOPPING TIPS : masks, footwear, carpets, handicrafts