Tour of Gangtok with Yumthang and Darjeeling
Gangtok - Chhangu Lake - Yumthang - Darjeeling - Mirik
7 Nights 8 Days
Day 1 : NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Gangtok (125 kms / 4 hrs)
Arrival at New Jalpaigury Railway Station/Silikguri Bus Stand/Bagdogra Airport. On arrival you shall be greeted by our Shreyoshis representative and proceed for Gangtok by car. Transfer to hotel, freshen up. After lunch proceed for 7 points local sight seeing.
Day 2 : Monday 14.05.2018 – Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After having your breakfast, proceed for Tsomgo Lake, also known as Tsongmo Lake or Changu Lake (40 km approx) and Baba Mandir (54.6km). A tranquil and scenic lake, Tsongmo Lake (12,313 ft) is one of the most popular attractions of Gangtok, this glacial lake is considered holy by Sikkimese people. There is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located on the banks of the lake. The place is a paradise for bird watchers as get to spot a number of Brahmini ducks and migratory birds near the lake. Located at a distance of around 16 km from Tsongmo Lake is Baba Mandir (13,123 ft). A popular pilgrim center, Baba Mandir is believed to possess wish fulfilling powers. The shrine is built in the memory of Baba Harbhajan Singh, who was an Indian Army soldier and lost his life near Nathula Pass. It is believed that he is still ‘on duty’ for the Indian Army and he guards the lives of soldiers posted on the India- China border. You have an option of visiting Nathula Pass, which is located 20 km from the shrine. Later, head back to Gangtok. In the evening, go for a stroll around the Mall road or any of the local shopping centers.
Day 4 : Tuesday 15.05.2018 – Gangtok – Lachung (118 kms / 6 hrs)
After breakfast pick up from hotel & transfer to Lachung (8,800 ft). Enroute visit Singhik View point, Seven Sister Water Fall, Naga Water Fall, and arrive Lachung by evening. Dinner at hotel. Overnight stay at Lachung.
Day 5 : Lachung – Yumthang Valley Excursion
After breakfast proceed to Yumthang Valley which is Known as Valley of Flowers (11800 ft). On the way back, visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties. Back to resort, have lunch & move to Gangtok, overnight stay in Gangtok.
Day 6 : Gangtok – Darjeeling
In the morning after breakfast transfer to Darjeeling. Located at an average height of 6700 ft, Darjeeling is a beautiful hill station that is famous for its scenic Himalayan trenches and sprawling tea estates. Rest of the day would be free, so you can spend it at leisure or choose to walk out to the Mall or shopping area of Darjeeling. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7 : Tiger Hill and Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early morning 03:30 - 3:45 AM drive through primitive forests of Oak, magnolia to Tiger Hill (8482ft) to view Sunrise over Kanchendzonga mountain (subject to clear weather) - visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial & Batasia Loop – Back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast and freshen up proceed for Half Day city sightseeing, visit Tezing Gumpo Rock, Tea Estate (Garden), Ropeway, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center(Closed on Sunday), Natural History Museum(Closed on Sunday), Peace Pagoda. After sightseeing back to hotel, Evening at leisure, overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8 : The Mall
After breakfast enjoy the scenic beauty of Darjeeling and enjoy the morning at Mall. Afterwards proceed to drop at New Jalpaigury Railway Station / Silikguri Bus Stand / Bagdogra Airport via Kurseong. Tour Concludes.