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Day 01: Arrive Kolkatta

Assistance on arrival in Kolkatta International airport, transfer to hotel, relax & overnight in Kolkatta. (Meals: No Meals)

Day 02: Kolkatta - Bagdogra (By air at 0900 hrs / arr at 1100 hrs) - Darjeeling (90 kms - 3 hours)

After breakfast checkout & transfer to airport to take a flight to Bagdogra, assistance on arrival at Bagdogra airport, drive to Darjeeling: queen of the mountains, through a landscape of wooded hills of tea plants. Upon arrival check in at the hotel. Rest of the day free or walk around the Mall Overnight at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 03: Darjeeling

After breakfast visit the highest spot in the area at 2590 m, Tiger Hill is near Ghoom, about 11km from Darjeeling. The hill is famous for its magnificent dawn views over Kanchenjunga and other eastern Himalayan peaks. On a clear day even Mount Everest is visible. Visit the Observatory hill & Tibetan refugee camp. Rest of the day at free. Overnight at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 04: Darjeeling - Pemayangtse (90 kms 3 hours)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Pemayangtse - The mighty Kanchenjunga overlooks the land of Sikkim and Pemayangtse in Sikkim nestles close to Kanchenjunga. Pemayangtse is not a settlement. This is where 6000 ft above sea level one of the most famous Buddhist monasteries is located. The Pemayangtse monastery is the second oldest monastery in Sikkim and is the headquarters of the Nyingma sect. After freshen up take a sight seeing tour of Pemayangtse visiting Sanga Choeling Monastery, Pemayangtse Monastery & Rabdanste Palace. Rest of the day free to explore Permayangtse beauty, overnight in Pemayangtse. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 05: Pemayangtse - Yuksom (32 kms - 2 hrs - Hilly drive)

After breakfast checkout & drive to Yuksom, on arrival transfer to hotel, this was the first capital of Sikkim, where according to the historical records; the first Chogyal of the kingdom of Sikkim was consecrated in 1641 A.D. by three learned lamas. The evidence of the consecration ceremony is still intact at Norbhughang Chorten in the form of stone seats and a foot - print of the Head lama on a stone. Since the history of the state began from this place, these areas are now considered sacred by the people of Sikkim.
After freshen up visit DUBDI MONASTERY This was the first monastery established soon after the consecration ceremony of the first Chogyal. The monastery is located on a hill top above Yuksom surround by verdant forest. It can be approached by trekking only, negotiating steep slope for something like 32 to 35 minutes. It is an ideal place for lamas seeking meditational recluse. Later visit KHECHEOPALRI LAKE, Khecheopalri lake is considered as one of the sacred lakes of this state both by the Buddhist and the Hindus. The lake remains hidden in the rich forest cover. It is believed that birds do not permit even a single leaf to float on the lake surface. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 06: Yuksom - Gangtok (138 kms - 6 hours)

After breakfast checkout and drive to Gangtok The state of Sikkim lies in the shadow of the mighty Kanchenjunga and its capital, Gangtok, is a picturesque mountain clinging town with monasteries, parks, pagoda style houses and colorful bazaars. ON arrival transfer to hotel, evening free to relax, overnight in Gangtok. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 07: Gangtok:

After breakfast take a sightseeing of Gangtok covering Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Do Drul Choten, Flower Show, Cottage Industries & Ennchey Monastery. Afternoon take an excursion tour to Tsomgo Lake - 32 kms, situated at a height of 3,780 meters with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around and enjoy the Yak ride and Tibetans dish momo. Return back to Hotel. Overnight at Gangtok. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 08: Gangtok:

After breakfast take an excursion to Rumtek Monastery -24 kms, Rumtek is a famous monastery, all over the world, especially among the Tibetan Buddhists, and is situated near Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Originally called the Dharma Chakra Centre, it includes a beautiful shrine temple and a monastery for the monks. The 16th Karmapa built the monastery. The place got an existence in the Buddhist pilgrimage map, especially after Chinese habitation in Tibet and subsequent relocations of some Tibetan religious gurus to Sikkim. After visit drive back to Gangtok. Overnight at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 09: Gangtok - Lachung (115 kms - 6 to 7 hrs)

After breakfast checkout & drive to Lachung for an adventure journey, on the way take a break for some beautiful spots which are worth seeinglike Tashi View Point, Kabi Lungtsok, Naga Waterfall, The Confluence of Lachen Chu & Lachung Chu at Chungthang and Bhim Nala Waterfall. Lunch will be served at Namok a Wayside Inn. On arrival transfer to hill resort, day free to relax & admire the beauty of the surrounding, overnight in Lachung. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 10: Lachung - Yumthang - Lachung

After breakfast take an excursion tour to YUMTHANG (The ultimate Paradise) Lush green valley and high peaked mountains all around you. In April/may/June the valley is struck by the riot of colours with Rhododendron, Alpine and Primula flowers. Yumthang is renowned for its Hot Spring, which is rich in sulphur. In Nov/Dec/Jan you can enjoy the scenic and panoramic views of the valleys and surrounding mountain ranges with snow-capped peaks. Leave Yumthang and move to Lachung for lunch at 2 pm. After lunch visit Lachung Monastery, Cottage Industry and Waterfalls. Dinner & overnight in Lachung. (Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Day 11: Lachung - Gangtok

After breakfast checkout & drive to Gangtok On the way if the weather is clear you may get to see Mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik. Lunch will be served at same hotel at Namok. After lunch visit Phodong Monastery on the way to Gangtok. On arrival transfer to hotel, rest of the day free for individual activities, overnight in Gangtok. (Meals: Breakfast & Lunch)

Day 12: Gangtok - Kalimpong (55 kms - 2 hours):

After breakfast check out the hotel and drive to Kalimpong - situated at an altitude of 1250 meters between the Deolo and Durbindra Hills, Kalimpong is an ideal place for a quiet holiday amidst gently rolling hills and deep valleys at the foot of the mighty Himalayas. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Afternoon visit Durpin Dara; Flower nurseries Gouripur House; Swiss Welfare Dairy & Tibetan Monastery. Overnight at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 13: Kalimpong - Bagdogra (65 kms - 2 hours) - Kolkatta (By air at 1200 hrs / arr at 1300 hrs)

After breakfast checkout & drive to Bagdogra airport to board the flight for Kolkatta at 1200 hrs, assistance on arrival in Kolkatta at 1300 hrs, transfer to hotel. Day free to visit the Bazaars, Howrah Bridge in Kolkatta. Overnight at the hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Day 14: Kolkatta - Back Home

After breakfast checkout & take a full day city sight seeing of Kolkatta. Morning Visit the flower market and the Howrah bridge. Writers' building and the Governor's house. Visit to Kumartooli to see how typical Bengal Pottery are made, Then visit a Bengali sweet making Centre, Jorasanko (Rabindranath Tagore's House), Marble Palace, Collage Street, Kolkatta University, Indian Museum. Later in the day visit - Kali Temple of Kalighat, Mother Teresa (if interested), Birla Temple, Victoria Memorial and Down Town area, St. Paul's Cathedral, St. Johns' Church. Also visit Nilhat House & Jewish Synagogue. Evening transfer to International airport to board the flight back home. (Meals: Breakfast)

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