Kalimpong is located on top of a ridge on the east of river Teesta and offers many good treks for the adventurous. The capital of Sikkim, Gangtok and the serene town of Pelling are known for the splendid view of Kanchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world, a large variety of flora and fauna and a rich cultural tradition. With its resplendent snow-capped mountains, dazzling waterfalls and sparkling streams, Lachung is the most picturesque village of Sikkim. The Yumthang Valley is known for its several varieties of flowers that bloom year through. Pelling And finally, the serene town Darjeeling is known throughout the world for the tea it grows and the toy train that is a UN heritage.
Day 1: NJP Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport–Kalimpong (About 85 kms/3 hrs)
Meet & Greet on arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra Airport & transfer to Kalimpong – Kalimpong is a pretty hill station, with majestic Himalayas in the background and gently rolling hills around. It has a relaxed and unhurried air about it. On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Kalimpong–Gangtok (About 80 kms/3 hrs)
After early breakfast visit Mangal Dham, Delo Hill, Dr. Grahams Home & Flowers Nurseries back to hotel. After lunch drive to Gangtok- “The Capital City of Sikkim”. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Gangtok (Trip to Tsomgo Lake)
Start for a half day trip of Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.), 34 km from Gangtok city & Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial. Tsomgo Lake freezes completely during the winter and is much revered by the locals. Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Gangtok–Lachung (About 117 kms/6 hrs)
After breakfast pick up (at 9.00 am) from Hotel at Gangtok & drive to Lachung (altitude 8610 ft). Enroute visit Singhik View point, Seven Sisters Water Fall, (Lunch at Namak), Naga Water Fall, (Tea break at Chungthang) Arrival Lachung at evening. Dinner at hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5: Lachung–Yumthang Excursion (24 km. & 11,800 ft)
Early Morning drive to 24 km away Yumthang-valley (known as Valley of Flowers), Yumthang is the summer grazing ground of the Yaks & winter playgrounds of Yetis. On the way back visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort for lunch. Spent afternoon interacting with the local people taking the idea of their simple lifestyle. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Lachung-Gangtok (About 117 kms/6 hrs)
After breakfast departure (8.00 am,) for the Gangtok enroute witness the Beautification of the wonderful Bheema & Twin Falls. On arrival at check-in to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Gangtok-Pelling (About 132 kms/5 hrs)
This morning drive to Pelling (6800 ft.) on the way visit Ravangla halt for Tea break. One can enjoy the spectacular Eastern Himalayan Range from Pelling. On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Pelling (sightseeing)
After breakfast start for sight seeing visit Rimbi Falls, Kanchendzonga falls, Khecheopalri Wish Lake, Back to hotel. After lunch visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Singhshore Bridge, Darap Village and Changey Falls. Overnight at hotel.
Day 9: Pelling-Darjeeling (About 118 kms/4 hrs)
This morning drive to Darjeeling (7,100 ft.) is one of the most magnificent Hill Resorts in the world. On arrival check-in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10: Darjeeling (sightseeing)
Early Morning (at 4.00 am) drive to Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular Sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga (28,208 ft. Worlds third highest peak), on way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (closed on Thursday) Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Centre (closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (outer view), Ava Art Gallery and Japanese Temple. Evening free (walking tour of mall – suggested). Overnight at hotel.
Day 11: Darjeeling–NJP Rly Stn/Bagdogra Airport (About 90 kms/3 hrs)
Morning free for packing & personal activities. Check out from hotel in time to catch your flight / Train for onward journey with Sweet memories.
