06nights 07days Scenic tour of Mountains
Day 01 Bagdogra/NJP –Darjeeling 93 kms 3 hours approx.
Assistance at the airport/station on arrival and drive to Darjeeling.
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, Darjeeling remains one of the most exotic destinations. Graeme Westlake in his book ‘An introduction to hill stations on India’ refers to Darjeeling as having “A view Scarcely Unrivalled on Earth”.
Overnight at Darjeeling.
Day 02: Darjeeling
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), Lebong, Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock and Tea Estate(from outside).
Overnight at Darjeeling.
Day 03: Darjeeling – Kalimpong 80kms approx. 3 hrs
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Kalimpong
KALIMPONG
At an altitude of 1250m, Kalimpong’s location is ideal for a pleasant , relaxed getaway. Its clement weather has made Kalimpong’s orchids and gladiole well renowned. Up to the early 1700s, the Kalimpong area was part of the Sikkim raja’s domain.In the early 18th century, the Bhutan king also took it over. In 1865, after the Anglo-Bhutan War , it was annexed to Darjeeling. Scottish Missionaries came here in the late 1800s. The town thrived as a wool trading center with Tibet till 1950s. Today it’s a quiet hill resort and a haven for retired people.
Afternoon sightseeing in Kalimpong city tour visiting Zang Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery, Tharpa Choling Monastery, Thongsa Gumpa and flower nurseries.
Overnight at Kalimpong
Day 04: Kalimpong – Lava & Loleygaon – Kalimpong
Excursion trip to Lava & Loleygaon area & enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. Relax.
Overnight at Kalimpong
Day 05: Kalimpong – Lataguri ( Gorumara National Park) 90kms/3hrs drive
Drive to Gorumara National Park. Check in to Hotel. Afternoon Safari in the Park.
Back to hotel. Dinner
Overnight at Lataguri.
Day 06: Gorumara National Park
Morning & Evening Enjoy Jeep Safaris in side the park.
Overnight at Lataguri
Day 07: Lataguri - Bagdogra/NJP 90 kms 3 hours approx.
Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Bagdogra/NJP in time for flight/train to onward destination.