7N8D DARJEELING + DARJEELING + LACHEN + LACHUNG
NJP RLY STN / IXB AIRPORT - DARJEELING (ABOUT 90 KMS / 3 HRS)
Meet & Greet upon arrival at NJP / IXB and transfer to Darjeeling, renowned as one of the most magnificent hill resorts in the world. Enjoy the evening exploring this 'Hill Queen'.
Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
DARJEELING
Early in the morning at 4:00 AM, visit Tiger Hill, renowned for the breathtaking sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. On the way back, explore Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop before returning to the hotel. After breakfast, proceed to visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, PNZ Zoological Park (closed on Thursdays), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Centre (closed on Sundays), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple, Peace Pagoda, and Ropeway (Ticket cost not included, approximately Rs.180 per person - directly payable by guest). Return to the hotel for lunch.
Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
DARJEELING - GANGTOK (ABOUT 115KMS/ 4 HRS)
Transfer to Gangtok in the morning, passing through Peshok Tea Gardens along the Teesta River.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Gangtok.
GANGTOK TRIP TO TSOMGO LAKE
After breakfast, depart for a day trip to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.), located 34 km from Gangtok city, and visit Baba Mandir. Tsomgo Lake freezes completely during the winter and is highly revered by the locals.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
GANGTOK - LACHEN (ABOUT 125 KMS /6 HRS)
After breakfast, drive to Lachen (altitude 8800 ft) for about 6 hours. En route, visit Singhik Viewpoint, Seven Sisters Waterfalls, and Naga Waterfalls. Stop along the way for lunch. Reach Lachen by evening. Have dinner at the hotel.
Overnight stay at the Lachen hotel.
LACHEN - GURUDONGMAR EXCURSION – LACHUNG
After breakfast, drive to Gurudongmar Lake (17,800 ft) via Chopta Valley and Thangu. Return to the hotel for lunch, and after lunch, transfer to Lachung.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachung.
LACHUNG - YUMTHANG EXCURSION -- GANGTOK (ABOUT 125KMS/6 HRS)
Early in the morning, visit Yumthang Valley, known as the Valley of Flowers. Yumthang serves as the summer grazing ground for yaks and the winter playground for yetis. On the way back, visit the Hot Spring, considered to have medicinal properties. Return to the resort for lunch. After lunch, drive to Gangtok and en route, witness the beautiful Bheema & Twin Falls.
Overnight stay in Gangtok.
GANGTOK - NJP RLY STN /IXB AIRPORT (ABOUT 125 KMS / 4 HRS)
Check out from the hotel in time to catch your flight/train for the onward journey, cherishing sweet memories.