Overview

Our Darjeeling & Kalimpong with Gangtok Tour is also specially formulated for those who seek nature, adventure and history all in one tour in India. North East when combined with Darjeeling can be assumed to deliver an outstanding travel experience. This Darjeeling & Kalimpong with Gangtok tour also allows you to open the treasure trove of North East and get a good look at the finest gems like Kalimpong and Gangtok tucked neatly in the lap of the beautiful state of Sikkim.

Mesmerized enough by Darjeeling, you will head out to where Kalimpong waits for you to cast another magic spell. Kalimpong has everything that can define beauty and adventure and thus your chances of falling in love with it are way more than you think. The tour here will also include a visit to Durpin Hill, famous Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brang Monastery belonging to the same Buddhist sect that of Dalai Lama; Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Kalim Temple, Dr Graham’s Homes Complex,Delo Hill, which is the highest point in Kalimpong, Mangal Dham Temple and Kalimpong Arts & Crafts Centre. This tour in Kalimpong will also be an endeavour to cover all the major aspects that define the hill station in the best way.

Enchanting Escapade: Discovering Gangtok’s Natural Marvels from Kalimpong

Take a deep breath of clean air and marvel at the natural beauty that you would encounter when reaching from Kalimpong to Gangtok. The state capital has so much to offer that by the end of the tour you would be so attached to the destination. Boasting thick forests, torrent rivers and peaceful lakes and monasteries, Gangtok is an ideal way to conclude the already perfect tour. Our endeavour would be to include all the attractions of Gangtok that reflect the city.

We will also ensure that the neighbouring locales like Tsongmo Lake and Nathu Pass are also in the itinerary as they make important parts of attractions in Gangtok. Where the lake is home to Brahminy Ducks and shelter to migratory birds, the Pass is the border between India and China. Visitors will also get the chance to seek the blessings at Baba Mandir before completion of a memorable Darjeeling & Kalimpong with Gangtok tour.

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Bagdogra Airport/NJP – Darjeeling (90 km)

  • Arrival Transfer
  • Sightseeing tour
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Other Benfits (On Arrival)
  • Breakfast
  • Transfers
  • Stay Included

Meet our representative on arrival at Bagdogra airport or NJP railway station and drive to Darjeeling. Upon arrival, check into a hotel. In the evening you are free to explore the local area. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2

Darjeeling

Early in the morning, we will leave for Tiger Hill for witnessing sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. Return to the hotel and en-route visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Later after breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, PNZ Zoological Park (closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refuge Centre (closed on Sunday) and Tea Garden (outer view). Return to the hotel for lunch and spend rest of the day at leisure, followed by overnight stay.

Day 3

Darjeeling – Kalimpong (58 km)

After breakfast drive to Kalimpong (4000 ft), a drive of 58 km. Also known as the garden of flowers, the town has almost everything that defines scenic beauty like flowers, greenery, waters, mists and clouds. On arrival at Kalimpong, check into a hotel for overnight stay.

Day 4

Kalimpong – Gangtok (85 km)

After breakfast we will go for a sightseeing tour of Kalimpong. The tour will include a visit to Durpin Hill, which has the famous Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brang Monastery that belongs to the same Buddhist sect as the present Dalai Lama. We will also visit the Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Kalim Temple, Dr Graham’s Homes Complex. The complex has historic church and well maintained grounds founded in 1900 by Rev. Dr. J A Graham, a Scottish missionary. Later, we will take you to Delo Hill (5556 ft) that appears to be the roof- of- the- world, is the highest point in Kalimpong. Delo also has the town’s picturesque water reservoir. Thereafter, we will visit the Mangal Dham Temple constructed in memory of the late Guru Shree (108) Mangal Dasji and dedicated to Lord Krishna. Further, Kalimpong Arts & Crafts Centre is another important stopover.

In the afternoon drive to Gangtok, the land of unspoiled natural beauty with alpine landscapes, thick luxuriant forests, rivers in torrent and peaceful lakes. On arrival, check into a hotel. For rest of the day you are free to explore the local area. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 5

Gangtok

After breakfast, proceed to Tsongmo Lake (12,210 ft) and Baba Mandir, a 40 km drive which takes 2.5 hrs. This lake is located very close to Nathu La Pass, which is the entry point to China termed as the “Silk Route” and remains frozen for most parts of the year. The lake is home to the Brahminy ducks and many migratory birds. Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir, which is highly acknowledged for its spiritual worth. We can also visit Nathu La Pass, which is the border of India and China. Later drive back to Gangtok. In the evening you are free for your own activities, followed by overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 6

Gangtok – Bagdogra/NJP Drop

After breakfast drive to Bagdogra airport or NJP railway station for reaching your onward destination.

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