7N8D DARJEELING + GANGTOK + LACHEN + LACHUNG
ARRIVAL AT NJP RLY STN / IXB AIRPORT
Meet & Greet upon arrival at NJP / IXB and transfer to Darjeeling, renowned as one of the most magnificent hill resorts in the world. The evening is free to explore this 'Hill Queen'.
Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
DARJEELING
In the early morning at 4:00 AM, visit Tiger Hill, famous for the sunrise over Mt. Kanchendzonga. On the way back, visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop before returning to the hotel. After breakfast, explore 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 the guest). Return to the hotel for lunch.
Overnight stay in Darjeeling.
DARJEELING - GANGTOK (ABOUT 115KMS/ 4 HRS)
In the morning, transfer to Gangtok via Peshok Tea Gardens along the Teesta River.
Overnight stay at the 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 winter and holds great reverence among 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. Dinner will be served 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 then proceed 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, which is considered to have medicinal properties. Return to the resort for lunch. After lunch, drive to Gangtok, and along the way, 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.