Gangtok, Lachung, Pelling & Darjeeling

Day by day

1. DAY01

   Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - Gangtok: Arrival Transfer (120kms / 5 hrs)

   ● Assistance on arrival and transfer to Gangtok ● Drive through the beautiful Mahananda Forest and along the course of the River Teesta ● Check-in upon arrival at the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends) Optional: One may stop at Melli for river rafting on a direct payment basis (seasonally operational)

2. DAY02

   Day Excursion to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir (8:30 AM to 3:00 PM)

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   ● Today we go on an excursion drive to Tsomgo Lake (12,300 ft) and Baba Mandir (13,200 ft) Optional: ● Cable Car Ride in Tsomgo Lake on a direct payment basis ● Nathu La (14,200) on an additional payment of Rs. 6000. To be booked in advance. Closed on Monday Important Note on Tsomgo Lake: ● In case the travel permit is not given by the tourism department due to landslides or bad weather conditions, we will arrange for an alternate sightseeing ● During the rush period, guests may be required to wait at the 2nd Mile checkpoint for the travel permit to arrive. It may take 30 - 45 minutes for the permits to arrive. Guest patience is highly appreciated About Nathu La ● The cost of a confirmed permit is non-refundable under any circumstances, including natural reasons, VIP / Army movement or even vehicle breakdown.

3. DAY03

   : Gangtok – Lachung (Approx. 120 km / 6-7 hrs)

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   ● After breakfast, pick up from Gangtok hotel ● Scenic drive through the North Sikkim Highway ● Guests may stop by at Bhim Nala Waterfall, also known as Amitabh Bachchan Waterfall ● Arrival in Lachung by late afternoon / early evening ● Check in at the hotel (Vehicle service ends) Important Note on North Sikkim: ❖ During the rush period, guests may be required to wait near Tashi View Point or the hotel for the travel permit to arrive. It may take longer than usual for the permits to arrive. Guest patience is highly appreciated

4. DAY04

   Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion – Lachung

   ● Early morning drive to Yumthang Valley (11,800 ft), famous for alpine flowers, open meadows, and riverside views ● Return to Lachen for lunch Optional (subject to permit and weather): ● Excursion to Zero Point (additional cost) at 4000 per car ● Excursion to Katao (additional cost) at 4000 per car

5. DAY05

   Lachung – Gangtok (Approx. 120 km / 6-7 hrs)

   ● After breakfast, check out of the hotel ● Begin your return journey to Gangtok ● Scenic drive with comfort/photo stops ● Drop off at your Gangtok hotel by afternoon (Vehicle Service Ends)

6. DAY06

   Gangtok To Pelling - Intercity Transfer (110kms / 4 Hrs)

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   ● After breakfast, we transfer to Pelling. ● Check into the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends). Optional Service: ● Transfer via Namchi Chardam on additional payment of Rs. 3000 per car ● Transfer via Ravong La on an additional payment of Rs. 3000 per car ● Transfer via Rumtek Monastery on an additional payment of Rs. 2000 per car ● Pelling Half-Day City Tour covering Sky Walk, Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins on additional payment of Rs. 2500 per car ● Gangtok Half-Day City Tour covering Handicraft Emporium, Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology and Ropeway on additional payment of Rs. 2500 per car

7. DAY07

   Pelling City Tour (9:30 to 3:30 PM)

   After breakfast, we set out on a leisurely tour of Pelling and its surroundings, covering attractions such as. ● Kanchenjunga Falls. ● Khecheopalri Lake, ● Pemayangtse Monastery, ● Sidkeong Tulku Bird Park, ● Rabdentse Ruins & ● Skywalk

8. DAY08

   Pelling To Darjeeling- Intercity Transfer (75kms / 3 Hrs)

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   ● After breakfast, we transfer to Darjeeling. ● Drive along the tea gardens and the course of the River Rangeet ● Check into the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends). Optional Service: ● Transfer via Namchi Chardam on additional payment of Rs. 3000 per car ● Pelling Half-Day City Tour covering Sky Walk, Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins on additional payment of Rs. 2500 per car.

9. DAY09

   Darjeeling City Tour (Till 3:30 PM)

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   ● Early Morning at 04:30 AM (time is subject to change seasonally) we visit Tiger Hill, famous for sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. We then return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we visit ● The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursday), ● PNZ Zoological Park (closed on Thursday), ● Tibetan Refugee Centre (closed on Sunday), ● Tea Garden (outer view), ● Japanese Temple and Peace Pagoda. After the tour, we return to the hotel (Vehicle Service Ends) Note: Sunrise tour to Tiger Hill is subject to the availability of passes from the Darjeeling Traffic Police. Optional Tour: Toy Train Ride - Tickets are to be purchased at an additional cost. Additional car halting charges @ 1000 per car shall be applicable.

10. DAY10

    Darjeeling - Bagdogra Airport (IXB): Departure Transfer (72kms / 3 hrs)

    ● Transfer to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) for the onward or return journey—tour Ends. Optional Sightseeing: In case of late departure (post 5:30 PM), a detour via Mirik can be added at an additional cost of Rs. 1500 per car.