ROMANTIC NORTH EAST UNDER THE STAR.
Daywise Itinerary
Arrival at (NJP) / Airport (IXB) / & Transfer to Darjeeling ,Our representative will be there to receive you & we will our journey to Darjeeling (85 Kilometers,3 hours) - Situated at an elevation of 2123 meters, the land of breathtaking beauty, amidst rolling tea gardens, crowned by the majestic Himalayas - This international destination is popularly known as the Queen of the hills - the Duration jewel in the crown of the Eastern Himalayas with mesmerizing beauty offers spectacular views of the Mount Everest, Mount Kanchendzonga and the rest of spectacular Himalayan range - Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, one more attraction Reach Darjeeling and check into the hotel -In the evening one is free to stroll around Mall/ local market.
Early in the morning, we will leave for Tiger Hill to witness the sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. Return to the hotel and en-route visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Later, after breakfast visit Mahakal Mandir,Himalayan Mountaineering Institute & P.N. Zoological Park (closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, Peace Pagoda,Tibetan Refugee Center (closed on Sunday) and Tea Garden (outer view). Later return back to hotel .
Early in the morning after Breakfast check out from the hotel and get transfer to Pelling.After reaching pelling-Check in to the hotel & take rest. evening free for leisure.
After breakfast at hotel – Drive for Full Day Sightseeing of Pelling and its surroundings - The routes are forested and the botanicaland zoological richness is inspiring - Places of visit are Rimbi water Falls, Rimbi Rock Garden, Khecheopalri Lake, it is one of the holy Buddhist lake and it is believed that any wish in front of the lake comes true - Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface, it is picked by a bird and thus the water surface is always free of Leaves Khecheopalri Monastery, Kanchenjunga WaterFalls,Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse ruins, Pelling skywalk, the scenic view from the top of the ruin to the mystic heights of Kanchendzonga ranges is something to be cherished.
Early in the morning after Breakfast check out from the hotel and get transferred you to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). On your journey to Gangtok (5,500 Feet), you will be passing through rolling tea plantations up and down the hills.
In the morning(within 9:00-10:00 am), we will drive to Lachung (9,400 ft., 118 km). On the way, we will visit the seven sisterwaterfalls, Naga Falls,Bhim Nala Falls & Signik View point. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant on the way (not included in thepackage). Check-in at the hotel in the late afternoon.
After breakfast in the morning, we will proceed to Yumthang valley which is also known as the valley of flowers (11800 ft. / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms / 1 ½ hours one way). On the way back, we will visit the hot spring which is considered to have medicinal properties. Later return back to hotel & leave for Gangtok.
Kickstart your day with a hearty meal as today is going to be a fun day. According to your pre-decided schedule, you will be visiting Tsomgo Lake (12,400 Feet), a high-altitude lake that is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhist. After spending few minutes at the lake, you will visit the Baba Mandir (13,200 Feet).Old Baba Mandir [Altitude:13,123 ft.] - Old Baba Mandir is dedicated to Baba Harbhajan Singh the martyr of 23 regiments of the Indian army. It is the original bunker of Baba where he stayed during the Indo China War in 1962. The temple is maintained by the Indian army. Finally, reach Gnathan valley before lunch.
Thambi Viewpoint [Altitude:11,200 ft.] - At a distance of 14 km from Zuluk and at a height of 11200ft Thambi viewpoint offers a splendid view of Mt Kanchenjhangha and another snowcapped mountain. It is located on a famous hairpin bent named zigzag road or bhulbhuliya and a must-see spot. And later check into Zuluk Hotel.
Nathula Pass is Optional (Monday & Tuesday Closed)
After breakfast in the morning as per your pre plan schedule on the way we will be visiting
Zig Zag Road - Zig Zag Road or Bhulbhuliya is a one in kind of road in the entire Sikkim. This spiral road has so many hairpins bent (almost 32) and counts as the top 10 dangerous roads in the world. One can get a splendid view of Zuluk from every hairpin bend of the road.
Rongli [Altitude: 5200 ft.] - Rongli is an east Sikkim small township located on the bank of river Rongli. The inner line permit for visit towards Nathula granted over there.
Rongli Dam - The Rongli dam is a concrete dam on the Rongli river, with a height of 41m and can hold 45,200 cubic meters of water
Aritar Lake /Lampokhari Lake - Lampokhari is the oldest freshwater lake in Sikkim at an elevation of 1400 m and is popularly known as the Aritar Lake amongst the natives.Tranquil, emerald-green lake with boat rentals, encompassed by a pedestrian promenade & pine forest.
Mankhim view point -Mankhim or Mangkhim is the temple of the Kirat, one of Nepal's most ancient ethnolinguistic groups. This Mankhim is located at Aritar, Sikkim. Here the community assembles twice every year for the celebration of Sakewa, a day fixed for worship. In the Rai language "Mang" means Deity and "Khim" meaning House. just on top of Lampokhri Lake [Altitude of Aritar 1,498 m]. This lake is the highest lake with a boating facility in Sikkim. Enjoy the boating in Post Lunch session. Enroute Sightseeing to Mankhim Temple, Aritar Dakbunglow
Early in the morning after Breakfast we will leave for siliguri along with sweet memories.
Inclusions
● 9 Nights Hotel accommodation as mentioned.
● Gangtok & Darjeeling: Breakfast & DINNER (MAP meal plan).
●Lachung, Zuluk, Aritar: Breakfast Lunch & Dinner (AP Meal Plan)
●Pelling: Breakfast & DINNER (MAP Meal Plan)
●10 days Private Vehicle for all sightseeing as per itinerary.
● Point to Point Basis
● Please note that AC would be switched off on the hills.
● Parking, Toll, Pick-up and Drop off.
● Permit included (Changu lake, Baba Mandir Yumthang Valley).
● An experienced driver would work as a guide.
● Driver Allowances.
● No hidden Cost.
Exclusions
Does not include hard drinks, liquor, mineral water in hotels, or soft drinks/juices.
● Does not include entrance fees at monasteries / monuments / museums.
● Does not include a specialized guide.
● Extras of personal nature such as personal tips, laundry charges, additional tour charges.
● Insurance, medical & emergency rescue costs, loss of baggage & natural calamities.
● Lunch, beverages and meals other than the meal plan.
● Flight/rail tickets.
● All that is not included in the “included in package” column.
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Terms & Conditions:
➢ All the rates mentioned are valid for Indian nationals only
➢ Please read emails carefully and understand the contents and prices.
➢ All the email conversations will also be part of your contract with us once you make the booking.
➢ General hotel check in time: 1 pm and check out time: 11am (for accommodations) if arrival time is not mentioned. The reservations will be released at 6 pm.
➢ In case of non-availability of the rooms at our respective hotels for reasons, the hotel would be arranging alternative/ similar accommodation.
➢ Hotels suggested above are subject to availability on dates and prior confirmation and in case we do not find rooms in above hotels in any circumstances we will arrange the same in similar category hotels for parallel arrangements.
➢ Charges for ac i heater will be extra and as per hotel to hotel basis.
➢ Please take care of the belongings before leaving the car or hotels. Company is not responsible for any loss.
➢ As per the directive given by the government of India, all Indian/foreign nationals are required to provide proper proof of identification upon check-in. valid identification documents are: passport & visa together, voters’ ID card, current driver’s license. All the documents must include a photograph.
➢ Hotel /camps or any kind of accommodation can deny stay if valid id proof is not provided. Company is not responsible for any id proof related issues.
➢ For extra adult many hotels provide an extra mattress also instead of an extra bed. Kindly inform us in advance if you prefer only an extra bed instead of an extra mattress.
➢ Due to any reason, if vehicle breaks down due to technical reasons we will try our best to arrange another vehicle as soon as possible for the major problems. For minor problems which will not take much time, vehicles will be repaired. Kindly cooperate.
➢ We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the program or expenses incurred directly or indirectly due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, closures/blockades due to political unrest or any such incidents.
➢ Ac will not work in all hill areas or stopped/parked vehicles.
➢ Pick up and drop point will be one only (if multiple pickups and drop please mention email conversation before booking).
