Gateway to Sikkim-Darjeeling – 4 Nights/ 5 Days

About this tour

Gateway to Sikkim-Darjeeling – 4 Nights/ 5 Days

2N Gangtok |2N Darjeeling

Sightseeing Included:

Gangtok

• Tsomgo Lake Excursion
• Baba Mandir
• Tashi view point
• Ganesh Tok
• Hanuman Tok
• Flower show
• Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre
• Institute of Tibetology
• Dro-dul Chorten
• Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls

 Darjeeling

• Tiger Hill
• Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park
• Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday)
• Ropeway (Ticket on direct payment basis),
• Tensing Gumpo Rock,
• Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (Closed on Sunday),
• Tea Estate (Outer View)
• Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed),
• Peace Pagoda
• Local Market

Day-wise Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: NJP Station / Bagdogra (IXB) Airport– Gangtok (5500 Ft / 120 Kms / 5 Hrs)

On arrival at NJP Railway Station / Bagdogra (IXB) Airport you will be received by our representative who will assist you to board your vehicle to Gangtok.  Upon arrival proceed for check-in at hotel.

Gangtok is the capital of the mountainous northern Indian state of Sikkim. Established as a Buddhist pilgrimage site in the 1840s, the city became capital of an independent monarchy after British rule ended, but joined India in 1975. Today, it remains a Tibetan Buddhist center and a base for hikers organizing permits and transport for treks through Sikkim’s Himalayan mountain ranges. Evening free for relaxation. Overnight stay at Gangtok. (D)

Day 02:  Gangtok – Tsomgo Lake Excursion (12400 Ft / 43 Kms / 3 Hrs)

After breakfast proceed for a full day excursion to Tsomgo Lake with an average depth of 50ft. spend a few blissful hours gazing at the absolute perfection of natural beauty at the Tsomgo lake and surrounding scenic view, further drive will take you to another holy site BABA MANDIR visit and return back to Gangtok. Overnight at Stay at Gangtok. (B,D).

Optional Visit – One can visit Nathula Pass (Indo-china boarder) by paying supplement, the visit is subjected to Permit and it’s not guaranteed, Nathula Pass remains closed on Monday & Tuesday.

Day 3: Gangtok –Darjeeling (6700 Ft / 102 Kms / 4 Hrs)

After breakfast go for half day sightseeing covering Jhakri Water Falls, Dorul Chhorten, Research Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on Sunday) and Flower Show.

Afternoon proceed to Darjeeling. Darjeeling is a town in India’s West Bengal state, in the Himalayan foothills. Once a summer resort for the British Raj elite, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, or “Toy Train,” completed in 1881. It’s famed for the distinctive black tea grown on plantations that dot its surrounding slopes. Its backdrop is Mt. Kanchenjunga, among the world’s highest peaks. Evening free for relaxation / self-activity. Overnight stay at Darjeeling. (B,D).

Day 04:  Darjeeling – Tiger Hill Sunrise & City Tour

Early morning at around 3:45 AM drive to Tiger Hill to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On the way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Peace memorial & Batasia Loop.

Back to hotel for breakfast & freshen up – After breakfast proceed to city tour includes Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Ropeway (Ticket on direct payment basis), Tensing Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre (Closed on Sunday), Tea Estate (Outer View), Natural History Museum (Sunday Closed), Peace Pagoda. Back to hotel. Evening free to take a tiny walk around mall road – Overnight stay at Darjeeling. (B,D).

DAY 5: Darjeeling – NJP Station / Bagdogra (IXB) Airport (90 Kms / 3 Hrs)

After breakfast, we say our goodbyes and proceed to airport/railway station for onward destination.

Hit the road to the airport. Board our flight back home reminiscing the wonderful memories of the holiday and of course start planning the next trip. (B)

Optional Visit – while returning from Darjeeling towards NJP Station / Siliguri or Bagdogra Airport one can visit Mirik Lake by paying supplement on direct payment basis.

Hotels Used

Tour Price Includes:

• 4 Nights’ accommodation on twin sharing basis
• Daily breakfast and Dinner
• All transfer & Sightseeing by using an Exclusive Chauffeur driven NON A/C Small Car (Wagon R/ Alto / Swift Dezire/ Similar Up to 02-03 PAX) & (Innova / Xylo / Scorpio – Up to 4-6 head per vehicle) as per itinerary on point to point basis (not on disposal) the vehicle will keep on changing as per sector, AC in vehicle will not be allowed in Hills.
• All toll taxes, parking fees and driver’s allowances
• All taxes (except government service tax)

Exclusions:

• 0 per cent government service tax
• All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
• Entrance fees at all monuments and museums mentioned in the itinerary
• Anything not mentioned under ‘Inclusions’
• Tips, laundry and phone calls
• Services of the vehicle on leisure days and for sightseeing not included in the itinerary
• Difference in cost arising due to extra usage of additional services, changes in taxes by Government or political unrest, natural calamities (Landslide/ road blockage) etc. in such cases extra will have to be paid on the spot by guests.
• All alcoholic/aerated beverages, mineral water and starters
• Camera fees
• Medical and travel insurance

IMPORTANT: VTPL will provide an alternate or similar category of hotel in case the hotel mentioned in the package is overbooked.

Supplement Cost

Nathula Pass      : Rs. 5500/- On direct payment basis – subject to weather condition & availability

Zero Point           : Rs. 4000/- On direct payment basis – subject to weather condition & availability

Katao                    : Rs. 4000/- On direct payment basis – subject to weather condition & availability

Kala Patthar        : Rs. 4000/- On direct payment basis – subject to weather condition & availability

Toy Train Tkts    : Rs. 1900/- Per Person (Inclusive of tax) – subject to availability

Regarding Nathula Pass

Nathu La is an excursion from Gangtok and is located above Tsongmo Lake. This is a restricted area and special permits are required to visit the same. Permits are granted only between Wednesday and Sunday and can be cancelled anytime for security or weather conditions. Very limited number of vehicles is granted permits for Nathu La therefore the same are subject to availability and are never guaranteed in advance. The permits are applied only 01 day prior to the date of travel. The Supplement cost for Nathu La will be Rs.5,500/- and this supplement cost needs to be paid directly on tour.

This cost not included in the package cost (this cost includes vehicle and permits) Documents – We need the full names, ages and gender of the passengers 02 days prior to the date of travel (by mail or sms). Copies of valid Indian Photo ID address proof and passport size photos will be collected 01 day prior to the date of travel from the guests directly on tour. Nathula Pass are subject to availability of permits & once the permit is issued and Guest are not been able to visit due to some natural calamities/Security reason, then the amount is non-refundable. Please note that from New Baba Mandir to Nathula Pass (approx. 7kms , both ways) the vehicle will be on clubbing/sharing basis (07 to 08 Pax in One Innova/Xylo and 08 to 10 PAX in One Sumo/similar car).

Terms and Conditions

• In case of any diversion due to landslide/road block any additional cost incurred with be payable directly by the guest.
• Vehicle will be provided as per itinerary (point to point basis, and no disposal).
• In this sector the same vehicle irrespective of the vehicle type is not allowed to do the entire tour due to various restrictions at each destinations. Vehicles will be changed and our executives will keep the guests informed about the same.
• Please ask the guest to carry valid ID proof (PAN Card /Aadhar Card not acceptable) and 4 copy passport size photographs for Tsomgo Lake/New Baba Mandir Visit. These excursions are subject to road and weather conditions. Once the permits have been issued in case you are unable to reach the points because of a landslide / road block / snowfall, there will be no refund applicable.
• Please be informed that the roads while travelling to North and West Sikkim are not in the best condition .While going to North Sikkim, only 6 people including driver, with limited luggage is allowed and is allowed in a luxury vehicle. This is due to steep, uphill and bumpy roads.
• A few sightseeing places are closed on particular days of the week in every destination. While routing the program a few points may be closed on particular days of sightseeing in which case alternate open points in the city will be covered but it will not be possible to cover those closed points on next day.
• Tiger Hill in Darjeeling cannot be guaranteed as there is a limitation on the total number of vehicles permitted to visit every day, in case the visit cannot be done early in the morning, the point will be visited anytime during the day.
• Ac will be switched off while travelling to uphill for the vehicle to function properly.
• Please note the quotation is made for Indian Nationals only. If the clients are foreigner then these rates and Itinerary will not be applicable as there are some restriction for foreigners clients such as – Single Pax foreigner is not allowed to visit Lachen, Lachung, and Tsongmo Lake. More than two Pax foreigners are required to visit Lachen, Lachung and Tsongmo Lake along with a Mandatory Guide which will be at additional cost. New Baba Mandir, Nathula Pass, Gurudongmar Lake is not allowed for any foreigners .So if the clients are foreign nationals then please check with us.
• Visiting Tiger Hill requires obtaining a special permit in advance, which can be obtained by informing the concerned authorities. In case the guest decides not to visit, the permit must be returned along with a written statement by 09:30-10:00am, stating the reason for not visiting. The driver for sightseeing may arrive a little late due to this process. If the guest chooses to visit Tiger Hill in the morning, they will not be able to visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop due to traffic regulations. However, guests have the option of visiting Tiger Hill during the day and can also visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop if they choose to do so.

Important Notes:

• All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them for internal flights.
• Early check-in and late check-out is subject to availability and charges if any is not included in the package.
• Depending on feasibility the travel itinerary flow is subject to change.
• Incase there is any change in price the same will be communicated to yourself and only after your confirmation, we will proceed further. There will be no reduction for un-utilized services
• Surcharges may be applicable over and above the holiday price for the requested period. The same will be advised at the time of booking or prior to confirmations.
• You need to make an advance payment at the time of confirming the tour and make the balance payment 35 days prior to the departure of the tour.