A Taste of the Hills Tour 5 Nights 6 Days Package India Travelite Ex Bagdogra

Day 01:Bagdogra/NJP –Darjeeling 93 kms 3 hours approx.

Assistance at the airport/station on arrival and drive to Darjeeling. Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. Often referred to as the “Queen of the Hills”, it remains just as alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages and a narrow gauge railway track. Surrounded by World Famous Tea Gardens and snow capped mountains, Darjeeling remains one of the most exotic destinations. Graeme Westlake in his book ‘An introduction to hill stations on India’ refers to Darjeeling as having “A view Scarcely Unrivalled on Earth”.Overnight at hotel.

Day 02:Darjeeling

Early morning visit Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of Coupon) to see a beautiful sunrise and Himalayan Range like Kanchandzonga, Mount Everest etc. One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden.  Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock, Tea Estate(from outside), Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03:Darjeeling – Gangtok 98 kms 4 hours approx.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Gangtok  .At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid 19th century and has undergone rapid development since then. The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a travellers delight. Overnight at hotel.

Day 04:Gangtok.

Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for full day sightseeing in Gangtok visiting Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Plant Conservatory, Handicraft, Institute of Tibetology, Do Drul Chorten, Ropeway (On Direct Payment) and Bakthang Falls.Overnight at hotel.

Day 05:Gangtok

Breakfast at the hotel and full day excursion to Changu Lake which is 35 Kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters. Also visit New Baba Mandir  Overnight at hotel.

Day 06:Gangtok – Bagdogra/NJP 125 kms 4 hours approx.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bagdogra/NJP in time for flight/train to onward destination.

Darjeeling 2 Nights

Gangtok 3 Nights

The cost in the packages includes:

• Accommodation at mentioned hotels or Similar as per meal plans mentioned.
• Transportation using Wagon R / Similar for 02-03 Pax (Except Lachen /Lachung tour by 01 Innova/Xylo/Similar).
• Transportation using Innova / Xylo/Similar for 02-03 Pax 
• Transportation using AC Innova/Xylo (Similar) for 04-06 pax
• All parking charges and Road taxes, toll taxes.

The cost in the packages excludes:

• Any Airfare/Train fare
• Expenses of personal nature like medical expenses, phone calls, etc
• Entry fees at Monuments and guide services
• Government Service tax as applicable

For Tours

• 7 days before Start of the tour No Charge
• 3 Days before start of the tour 50 % of the amount will be refunded. 
• Cancellation 48 hours or lesser no refund. 
• For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable 

For Transfers

• 24 Hours  before Start of the transfer.  
• For Refund thru Credit Card 5% Bank charges Applicable