Enchanting North East – 07nts/08day

Meet our representative upon arrival in Bagdogra and proceed to Darjeeling - Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. Often referred to as the “Queen of the Hills”, it remains just as alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages and a narrow gauge railway track. Surrounded by World Famous Tea Gardens and snow-capped mountains. After reaching, check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.

Early morning visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise and Himalayan Range like Kanchandzonga, Mount Everest etc. One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden. It is truly a majestic sight and Ghoom Monastery which is oldest Monastery in the area which was built in 1875 and one can see the image of Mythey Buddha 15ft. height on the way back from Tiger Hill. Breakfast at the hotel and proceed for city tour visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Centre(closed on Sunday), Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock and Happy Valley Tea Estate(from outside). Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Gangtok and enroute visit Rumtek Monastery, Do DrulChortenand Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (closed on Sundays). Upon arrival in Gangtok, check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.

After early breakfast, drive to Lachung. On your way, see the Singhik View Point, Chumthang Valley, Twin Falls and Vima Falls. Check-in at hotel in Lachung and enjoy lunch. Explore the beautiful Himalayan village of Lachung in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachung.

After breakfast, drive to the Yumthang Valley. Yumthang is a picturesque region surrounded by the rugged Himalayas. In spring, the ice in the valley thaws out to allow vast grazing pastures to grow all around. Many yaks can be seen grazing in the pastures. Visit the Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary and the Hot Sulphur Spring. Drive back to Lachung for lunch. Then, visit the Lachung Monastery and the Government Cottage Industry. Afternoon transfer from Lachung to Gangtok. Stay overnight at the hotel..

Breakfast at the hotel and drive towardsChangu Lake which is 35 Kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters. Also visit Baba Mandir. Proceed to hotel in Gangtok and check-in for overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Kalimpong. In afternoon,enjoy sightseeing of Kalimpong city tour visiting Zang Dog PalriFoBrang Monastery, TharpaCholing Monastery, ThongsaGumpa and flower nurseries. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Bagdograairport for return flight back home.