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Bagdogra / NJP > Gangtok > Pelling > Darjeeling > Bagdogra / NJP
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Hotel Chain |
Elgin Hotels
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No. of Nights |
6
nights
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Itinerary: |
Day 1 Arrive Bagdogra / NJP > Gangtok (125 Kms / 4 Hrs) [L/D]
On your arrival at Bagdogra / NJP you shall be transferred to
Gangtok. Checkin at Norkhill Gangtok (5500 Ft). Refresh yourself & then walk
to the mall which is just 5 minutes away. Night Halt at Norkhill,
Gangtok.
Day 2 Gangtok [B/L/D]
After breakfast
proceed to Tsomgo Lake (12,210 Ft), a 40 km drive which takes 2.5 hrs. This lake
is located very close to Nathula Pass which is the entry point to China termed
as the “Silk Route & remains frozen for most parts of the year. Back to
Gangtok by 1pm for lunch. After lunch, visit Nam Nang VP/Ropeway ; Do-Drul
Chorten (Stupa) which is one of the most important stupas of Sikkim, encircled
by 108 prayer wheels. Evening free for leisure or go shopping for Sikkimese
traditional handicrafts. Night Halt at Norkhill, Gangtok.
Day 3
Gangtok > Pelling (120 Kms / 4 Hrs) [B/L/D]
After breakfast at
9am, proceed to Rumtek Monastery, 24 kms from Gangtok a must see for every
visitor. Onwards to Pelling (6800 Ft), a 5 hour journey
(112 kms) via Ravangla (6800 Ft) , a small township & transit point to
various destinations in South & West Sikkim, situated at the base of Meenam
Hill (10300 Ft). Arrive at Pelling & checkin at The Elgin Mount Pandim. This is
one of the closest points to the Khanchenjunga range & one can see it
upfront touching the sky from Pelling. Night halt at The Elgin Mount Pandim,
Pelling
Day 4 Pelling [B/L/D]
Leave early for the
Khecheopalri Lake, also called the “Wish Fulfilling Lake”. It lies in a
depression surrounded by prayer flags & forested hills. Then to Yuksom (5800
Ft) . On the return stop to see the
Khangchendzonga water falls. Back to the Resort by evening. Night halt at The
Elgin Mount Pandim, Pelling.
Day 5 Pelling > Darjeeling (125
Kms / 5 Hrs) [B/L/D]
Proceed to The Pemayangtse Monastery (7021 Ft),
2.5 kms from Pelling. The main attraction of the monastery is the wooden replica of
Zangdog Palri. The scenic view from the
top of the ruins scanning across the deep valley, to the mystic heights of the
Khanchenjunga range is something to be cherished & etched in memory. Onwards
to Darjeeling (7100 ft), a 72 kms drive taking around 3-4 hours, the “Queen of
the hill stations”. After a very scenic drive thru the mountains,
tea gardens etc., reach Darjeeling by late afternoon & checkin at “The
Elgin”, Darjeeling. Spend the evening lazing around or walk up to
the mall. Night Halt at The Elgin, Darjeeling.
Day 6 Darjeeling
[B/L/D]
Start the day at 4am with an early morning trip to Tiger
Hill (7800 Ft) to catch the sunrise from behind the majestic Kunchenjunga range.
On the way back visit the Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop. Back to the hotel
for breakfast. After breakfast take a trip to “Mirik” (6000 Ft) – the newest
hill-station in the Darjeeling hills. This quiet township is also surrounded by gardens
which produce some of the finest teas. Enjoy the fulfilling experience of Nature in
its purest form mingled with the unique culture prevalent here. Spend the rest
of the day at Mirik to reach Darjeeling back by sunset. Night Halt at The Elgin,
Darjeeling.
Day 7 Depart to Bagdogra/NJP [B]
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Includes: |
• Bed Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, All Taxes.
• All transfers Sightseeing by NAC Maruti van ex Bagdogra / NJP (for Pelling / Lachung the transfers /
SS would be by Marshall / Sumo). |
Cost: |
Double occupancy: INR 48625
Validity: April 01, 2008
to June 15, 2008 |
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