Overview
North-East India is profusely carpeted with lush greenery and is renowned for its vibrant culture. With our well-curated North East tour, you can take a step closer to nature’s purest form by visiting some of the gems of North-East India, like Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong. The tour spans eight days, during which you’ll enjoy boat rides, horse rides, shopping, visit some of the best viewpoints, zoo visits, and other places that make your time worth reminiscing. You will also visit the emerald glacial lake, Tsomgo. This is indeed one of the most-talked-about lakes, perched at an elevation of 3780 meters above sea level.
This tour package is customizable for your specific needs. You can enjoy swift transfers, comfortable stays, and a guided sightseeing tour. Contact us if you want modifications so that we can tailor a holiday to suit your need for an unforgettable vacation.
Highlights
- Visit Durpin Monastery in Kalimpong.
- Spend some time around Tsomgo Lake near Gangtok.
- Experience an unforgettable sunset view from Tiger Hill in Darjeeling.
- Enjoy a boat ride at Sumendu Lake of Mirik.
- Shop for foreign goods in Pashupati Market.
Itinerary
On your arrival at Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB), meet our tour representative who further transfers you to Kalimpong. As you reach Kalimpong, complete the check in formalities at your hotel and relax. In the evening, you are free to take a stroll in local markets or nurseries. You can also explore the nearby attractions of the hotel.
Overnight stay in a hotel.
Have your breakfast and prepare for Kalimpong sightseeing, including Deolo Hill, Hanuman Mandir, Forest Museum (closed on Thursdays), Durpin Monastery, Mangal Dham, Pine View Nursery, and Dr. Graham Homes. In the evening, you can take a leisure walk in nurseries or shop in local markets.
After the sightseeing tour, return to the hotel for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay.
Have your breakfast and check out from your hotel as you proceed to Gangtok. On reaching Gangtok, check-in at your pre-booked hotel and relax. Later, leave for Gangtok sightseeing, including the Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Research Institute of Tibetology, Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten (Stupa), White Hall, and Flower Show.
Return to your hotel for an overnight stay after the sightseeing tour.
In the morning, have your breakfast and proceed for an excursion to Baba Mandir and Tsomgo Lake. On returning to Gangtok, you are free to take a stroll in MG Road or local markets.
Baba Harbhajan Singh Mandir is a different temple dedicated to an Indian Army soldier. It is believed that he had spiritual powers. He used to warn the team three days prior to a surprise attack by the enemies. Tsomgo Lake is an emerald glacial lake situated at 3780 m above sea level. This is a heaven for trekkers and nature-lovers. Return to Gangtok. Overnight stay in a hotel
(Please note: In case the lake area is closed due to landslides or other reasons, an alternative sightseeing session is to be provided).
Have your breakfast and get ready to visit Darjeeling. On reaching, check-in at your hotel and relax. In the evening, you are free to wander through Mall Road or other area's local markets. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight stay in a hotel.
By 3:45 AM, you leave for Tiger Hill. Your trip to Darjeeling is incomplete if the sunrise view of Tiger Hill is not involved. At an elevation of 8000 feet, it is easier to spot the peaks changing color as the sun changes its position and gradually starts to rise. The sunrays first hit two of the most popular and highest peaks in the world; Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga Peak. This moment is rush-free and de-stressing.
Afterward, take a halt at Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, and Peace Memorial back to the hotel. Later, get ready for the second round of Darjeeling sightseeing, which includes Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway, Tea Estate, Tensing Gumpo Rock, Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed) and Peace Pagoda.
Overnight stay in a hotel.
Have your breakfast and prepare for an excursion to Mirik. Visitors often don't miss a boat ride in Sumendu Lake, which is encircled by pine trees and manicured gardens. Other than boating, you may also indulge in horse riding. Mirik is also noted for orange orchids, tea gardens, cardamom groves, and gardens, where you are free to take a leisure nature walk and spend some time.
On your way back to Darjeeling, indulge in a shopping experience in Pashupati Market. The market is renowned for cheap foreign goods. In the evening, you are free to explore local markets or Mall Road. Overnight stay in a hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and prepare for your onward journey. You get an assisted transfer to Bagdogra Airport (IXB) / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (Junction).
FAQs
It is recommended to spend 2 to 3 days in Darjeeling to get the most out of your trip and create many memories. If you don’t have much time, you can book a darjeeling one-day tour package. With this package, you can enjoy your trip.
You can experience Snow falls in Darjeeling from December end to February end, and sometimes even until mid-March.
You can enjoy a toy train ride, ropeway journey, trekking in the Himalayan zoological park, Rock Climbing, Teesta rafting, etc. Also, explore tiger hills, tea plantations, monastery during your Darjeeling family vacation.
The best time to visit Darjeeling is from October to June.
Snowfall in Darjeeling is very rare. The best month for snowfall in Darjeeling is counted from November to march. But travelers head to the hill station to enjoy a different charm of the tea gardens during the winter season.
Yes, You can see snow in Darjeeling from late October to February.
The ideal duration for Honeymoon in Darjeeling is 7 days. This beautiful hill station is filled with charms like tea garden, zoological park, monastery, Bhutia market and above all the fun of the toy train. These attractions offer endless things to do during your Darjeeling honeymoon. Though you can cover the Darjeeling city attraction in 4 to 5 days, this duration is not enough to include Kalimpong and Doores in your Darjeeling honeymoon package.
Spread in layers over layers of the steep mountain ridge, decorated by green tea gardens, and overlooked by the 8598 m high Mt. Khangchendzonga, Darjeeling is one of the best hill stations in India. But the list of the most popular things to do in Darjeeling goes beyond the mountain and tea gardens. The cute toy train making its way through the mountains is one of the best Darjeeling tourist attractions. Great sightseeing tours, food, shopping, and other exciting activities are part of your Darjeeling travel package.
- For the best river rafting experience in India, head to the Teesta river
- Trekking to Sandakphu is a must for all adventure lovers.
- The Toy Train ride is an absolute must in the Darjeeling tour. You can start your ride from Ghoom and get down at Kurseong a beautiful tea estate.
- Visit Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Peace Pagoda, and Himalayan mountaineering institute.
- Your Darjeeling trip is incomplete until you have witnessed the sunrise at Tiger Hill.
- Witness the sprawling beauty of tea gardens at doors while sipping a cup of refreshing Darjeeling Tea.
- Visit Zang Dhok Palri Phodang a beautiful and popular monastery at Kalimpong. Don’t leave Darjeeling without trying some delicious variety of Thukpa and momos
- Go to Mall Road, or Chowrasta, as it is popularly known among tourists, and enjoy a beautiful evening exploring the traditional shops.
- Visit a tattoo parlor and convert a part of your body into a brilliant masterpiece.
It depends on the preferences of the individual how much the Darjeeling trip will cost. If you would like to know the exact cost of your Darjeeling trip, you can get in touch with us.
Sikkim is a beautiful state, no matter which district/zone you visit. While North Sikkim has stunning places like Lachung, Yumthang, Lachen, Chopta Valley, and Gurudongmar Lake, South Sikkim includes places like Lamchi, Ravangla, Borong, Temi Tea Garden, and other quaint places. If you like high altitude places and scenic valleys, visit North Sikkim, and if Buddhism culture interests you, visit South Sikkim.
The best time to visit Sikkim is between March and May or October and mid-December. If you love to see nature in full bloom, then March to May is an excellent time, and if you are a snow lover, then visit Sikkim between October and December.
If you are an Indian citizen, ILP is not required and instead, you only need Protected Area Permit (PAP) to visit areas like Tsomgo Lake, Nathu La, Gurudongmar Lake, and Yumthang valley. Foreigners, however, are not allowed to visit areas like Nathu La and Gurudongmar Lake at all.
Sikkim receives heavy snowfall in winters i.e. from October to Match. Some places like Zero Point, Thangu valley, Lachen Village, and Yumthang Valley are covered in snow throughout the year. Therefore, winter is the best time to visit Sikkim to witness snowfall.
