Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour
Enchanting North East Escapade: Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong Tour
Nestled in the lap of the Eastern Himalayas, the North East of India is a mystical wonderland, where nature weaves its magic in every nook and cranny. Embark on an enchanting journey through Gangtok, Pelling, Kalimpong, and Darjeeling, where snow-capped peaks, cascading waterfalls, and lush green valleys paint a picture of ethereal beauty. Pack The Bag Tours invites you to explore the unexplored, experience the unfiltered joy of nature, and immerse in the rich cultural tapestry of this captivating region.
Nestled in the lap of the Eastern Himalayas, the North East of India is a mystical wonderland, where nature weaves its magic in every nook and cranny. Embark on an enchanting journey through Gangtok, Pelling, Kalimpong, and Darjeeling, where snow-capped peaks, cascading waterfalls, and lush green valleys paint a picture of ethereal beauty. Pack The Bag Tours invites you to explore the unexplored, experience the unfiltered joy of nature, and immerse in the rich cultural tapestry of this captivating region.
Gangtok: A Gateway to Serenity
As you step into the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok greets you with its tranquil ambiance and a perfect blend of modernity and tradition. The awe-inspiring vistas of the Himalayas, including the Kanchenjunga, India's highest peak, leave you speechless. Visit the Rumtek Monastery, a serene abode of spirituality, and the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, a treasure trove of Tibetan art and culture. The Tsomgo Lake, a shimmering jewel nestled at a breathtaking altitude, is a sight to behold, reflecting the splendor of the surrounding mountains.
As you step into the capital city of Sikkim, Gangtok greets you with its tranquil ambiance and a perfect blend of modernity and tradition. The awe-inspiring vistas of the Himalayas, including the Kanchenjunga, India's highest peak, leave you speechless. Visit the Rumtek Monastery, a serene abode of spirituality, and the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, a treasure trove of Tibetan art and culture. The Tsomgo Lake, a shimmering jewel nestled at a breathtaking altitude, is a sight to behold, reflecting the splendor of the surrounding mountains.
Pelling: A Journey to the Past
As the journey unfolds, Pelling unveils its historical treasures and panoramic vistas. The Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest in Sikkim, emanates an aura of serenity, offering a glimpse into ancient Buddhist traditions. The Khecheopalri Lake, believed to be a wish-fulfilling lake, captivates with its emerald waters and sacred surroundings. Experience the joy of witnessing the majestic Kanchenjunga from the Pelling Skywalk, as the setting sun paints the mountains in hues of gold.
As the journey unfolds, Pelling unveils its historical treasures and panoramic vistas. The Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest in Sikkim, emanates an aura of serenity, offering a glimpse into ancient Buddhist traditions. The Khecheopalri Lake, believed to be a wish-fulfilling lake, captivates with its emerald waters and sacred surroundings. Experience the joy of witnessing the majestic Kanchenjunga from the Pelling Skywalk, as the setting sun paints the mountains in hues of gold.
Kalimpong: A Cultural Delight
Kalimpong, with its charming colonial architecture and vibrant culture, enchants travelers with its quaint charm. The Zang Dhok Palri Phodang Monastery, perched atop Durpin Hill, offers panoramic views of the Teesta River and the Himalayas. The flower markets and nurseries of Kalimpong showcase a kaleidoscope of colors, making it a paradise for plant enthusiasts. Embrace the warm hospitality of the locals and savor delectable local cuisine.
Kalimpong, with its charming colonial architecture and vibrant culture, enchants travelers with its quaint charm. The Zang Dhok Palri Phodang Monastery, perched atop Durpin Hill, offers panoramic views of the Teesta River and the Himalayas. The flower markets and nurseries of Kalimpong showcase a kaleidoscope of colors, making it a paradise for plant enthusiasts. Embrace the warm hospitality of the locals and savor delectable local cuisine.
Darjeeling: The Queen of Hills
The journey culminates in Darjeeling, a town that exudes a timeless charm and colonial grandeur. Wake up to the magical sight of the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill, creating a canvas of unparalleled beauty. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site, takes you on a nostalgic journey through verdant tea estates and charming hillside villages. The serene peace of the Peace Pagoda and the botanical wonders of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute leave a lasting impression.
The journey culminates in Darjeeling, a town that exudes a timeless charm and colonial grandeur. Wake up to the magical sight of the sunrise over the Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill, creating a canvas of unparalleled beauty. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site, takes you on a nostalgic journey through verdant tea estates and charming hillside villages. The serene peace of the Peace Pagoda and the botanical wonders of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute leave a lasting impression.
A Tapestry of Unforgettable Memories
The Gangtok, Pelling, Kalimpong, and Darjeeling Tour is a soul-stirring exploration of North East India's breathtaking beauty and cultural diversity. Pack The Bag Tours ensures a seamless and captivating journey, offering comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and well-planned itineraries. Prepare to be enchanted by the mesmerizing landscapes, immerse in the warm embrace of local cultures, and return with a tapestry of unforgettable memories.
Join us on this Enchanting North East Escapade and experience the magic of the Himalayas with Packthebag Tours from anywhere in India and from any other countries with or without flights.
The Gangtok, Pelling, Kalimpong, and Darjeeling Tour is a soul-stirring exploration of North East India's breathtaking beauty and cultural diversity. Pack The Bag Tours ensures a seamless and captivating journey, offering comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and well-planned itineraries. Prepare to be enchanted by the mesmerizing landscapes, immerse in the warm embrace of local cultures, and return with a tapestry of unforgettable memories.
Join us on this Enchanting North East Escapade and experience the magic of the Himalayas with Packthebag Tours from anywhere in India and from any other countries with or without flights.
Enchanting Escapes: Discover the Eastern Himalayas in All Their Glory
Package Category |
Family, Group & Couple Trip |
Destinations |
Darjeeling- Pelling- Gangtok- Kalimpong |
Duration |
8 Nights/ 9 Days |
Pickup Point |
Bagdogra Airport |
Drop Point |
Bagdogra Airport |
DETAILED TOUR ITINERARY
MT. KHANGCHENDZONGHA (Darjeeling 2N - Pelling 2N - Gangtok 3N - Kalimpong 1N)
Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Darjeeling (75 kms / 3 hrs)
On arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 02: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 03: Darjeeling – Pelling (80 Kms / 4 hrs)
This morning after breakfast transfer to Pelling (6,300 ft.) via Singla Check post. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 04: Pelling Sightseeing
After breakfast start for full day sightseeing. 1st Half tour - Darap village, Rimbi water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In afternoon start for 2nd Half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Helipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 05: Pelling – Gangtok (150 kms / 5 hrs) via Chardham
After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). Enroute visit Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse & Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham) in Namchi. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 06: Gangtok Local Sightseeing
Start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 6 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 07: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)
Day 08: Gangtok – Kalimpong (75 kms / 3 hrs) Sightseeing
After breakfast transfer to Kalimpong (3,950 ft.). On arrival check in to your hotel. Afternoon in visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hills, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hill & Pine View Nursery back to hotel. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.
Day 09: Kalimpong – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (75 kms / 3 hrs)
After breakfast Check-out from hotel on time and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.
Day 01: NJP Rly Station / IXB Airport – Darjeeling (75 kms / 3 hrs)
On arrival at NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport & transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 ft.). On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 02: Darjeeling Sightseeing
Early Morning (at 04:00 am) drive to Tiger hill (8,400 ft.) to watch the spectacular sunrise over Mt. Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak), on your way back visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. After breakfast visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Ropeway and Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Day 03: Darjeeling – Pelling (80 Kms / 4 hrs)
This morning after breakfast transfer to Pelling (6,300 ft.) via Singla Check post. On arrival check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 04: Pelling Sightseeing
After breakfast start for full day sightseeing. 1st Half tour - Darap village, Rimbi water Falls, Khecheopalri Lake & Khangchendzongha waterfalls. In afternoon start for 2nd Half tour - Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdantse Ruins, New Helipad Ground. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 05: Pelling – Gangtok (150 kms / 5 hrs) via Chardham
After breakfast transfer to Gangtok (5,500 ft.). Enroute visit Temi Tea Garden, Samdruptse & Siddheshwar Dham (Chardham) in Namchi. On arrival Check-in to hotel & rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 06: Gangtok Local Sightseeing
Start for a Full day city tour covering Tashi view point, Ganesh Tok, Hanuman Tok, Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre, Institute of Tibetology, Dro-dul Chorten, Enchey Monastery & Banjakhri Falls (maximum 6 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 07: Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft.) & Baba Mandir (13,200 ft.) which is 55 kms one way from Gangtok city. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
(In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing.)
Day 08: Gangtok – Kalimpong (75 kms / 3 hrs) Sightseeing
After breakfast transfer to Kalimpong (3,950 ft.). On arrival check in to your hotel. Afternoon in visit Mangal Dham, Deolo Hills, Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden, Durpin Dara Hill & Pine View Nursery back to hotel. Overnight stay at Kalimpong.
Day 09: Kalimpong – NJP Rly Station / IXB airport (75 kms / 3 hrs)
After breakfast Check-out from hotel on time and take the departure transfer to NJP Railway Station / IXB Airport for your onward journey.
INCLUSION
EXCLUSION
- Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis.
- Daily Brekfast And Dinner
- Exclusive Non a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. (point to point basis).
- All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
- Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
EXCLUSION
- Air Fare / Train fare.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, joy ride (Toy Train), porterage.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Room Heater Charges.
- Service Tax.
- Insurance.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
Explore the Charms of Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong with Pack The Bag Tours. Contact us to plan your unforgettable journey through these captivating hill stations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour:
Q1: What is the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour all about?
A1: The Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour is a comprehensive journey that takes you through some of the most enchanting hill stations in the Indian state of Sikkim and West Bengal. This tour offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and serene landscapes.
Q2: How many days does the tour typically last?
A2: The duration of the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour can vary based on the itinerary you choose. It usually ranges from 7 to 10 days, allowing ample time to explore the attractions of each destination.
Q3: What are the highlights of the tour?
A3: The tour highlights include exploring the stunning landscapes of Darjeeling, experiencing the tranquility of Pelling, immersing in the vibrant culture of Gangtok, and discovering the lesser-known gem of Kalimpong. You'll witness breathtaking mountain views, visit monasteries, enjoy tea garden visits, and more.
Q4: What attractions can I expect to visit during the tour?
A4: The tour covers a range of attractions, including Tiger Hill sunrise in Darjeeling, Pemayangtse Monastery in Pelling, Rumtek Monastery in Gangtok, and the serene ambiance of Kalimpong. Each destination offers its unique blend of natural beauty and cultural significance.
Q5: Is the tour suitable for families and solo travelers?
A5: Yes, the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour is suitable for families, couples, and solo travelers. The destinations offer a variety of experiences that cater to different preferences and travel styles.
Q6: What type of accommodations are provided during the tour?
A6: The tour offers a range of accommodation options, from budget-friendly guesthouses to luxurious hotels and resorts. Accommodations are carefully chosen to ensure comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Q7: Are there any adventure activities included in the tour?
A7: Depending on the specific itinerary, adventure activities such as trekking, river rafting, and paragliding may be available as optional add-ons. These activities provide an exciting way to engage with the natural surroundings.
Q8: How do I obtain permits for the tour?
A8: Some areas within Sikkim, such as Gangtok, require Inner Line Permits for foreign nationals. These permits are usually arranged by the tour operator or can be obtained at the appropriate government offices.
Q9: Can I customize the tour itinerary according to my preferences?
A9: Yes, we offer the flexibility to customize the tour itinerary based on your preferences. You can discuss your interests and requirements with Pack the Bag tours to create a personalized experience.
Q10: What is the best time to embark on this tour?
A10: The best time for the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour is during the months of March to May and September to November. These periods offer pleasant weather and clear skies, allowing for optimal exploration and sightseeing.
Q1: What is the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour all about?
A1: The Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour is a comprehensive journey that takes you through some of the most enchanting hill stations in the Indian state of Sikkim and West Bengal. This tour offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and serene landscapes.
Q2: How many days does the tour typically last?
A2: The duration of the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour can vary based on the itinerary you choose. It usually ranges from 7 to 10 days, allowing ample time to explore the attractions of each destination.
Q3: What are the highlights of the tour?
A3: The tour highlights include exploring the stunning landscapes of Darjeeling, experiencing the tranquility of Pelling, immersing in the vibrant culture of Gangtok, and discovering the lesser-known gem of Kalimpong. You'll witness breathtaking mountain views, visit monasteries, enjoy tea garden visits, and more.
Q4: What attractions can I expect to visit during the tour?
A4: The tour covers a range of attractions, including Tiger Hill sunrise in Darjeeling, Pemayangtse Monastery in Pelling, Rumtek Monastery in Gangtok, and the serene ambiance of Kalimpong. Each destination offers its unique blend of natural beauty and cultural significance.
Q5: Is the tour suitable for families and solo travelers?
A5: Yes, the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour is suitable for families, couples, and solo travelers. The destinations offer a variety of experiences that cater to different preferences and travel styles.
Q6: What type of accommodations are provided during the tour?
A6: The tour offers a range of accommodation options, from budget-friendly guesthouses to luxurious hotels and resorts. Accommodations are carefully chosen to ensure comfort and convenience throughout your journey.
Q7: Are there any adventure activities included in the tour?
A7: Depending on the specific itinerary, adventure activities such as trekking, river rafting, and paragliding may be available as optional add-ons. These activities provide an exciting way to engage with the natural surroundings.
Q8: How do I obtain permits for the tour?
A8: Some areas within Sikkim, such as Gangtok, require Inner Line Permits for foreign nationals. These permits are usually arranged by the tour operator or can be obtained at the appropriate government offices.
Q9: Can I customize the tour itinerary according to my preferences?
A9: Yes, we offer the flexibility to customize the tour itinerary based on your preferences. You can discuss your interests and requirements with Pack the Bag tours to create a personalized experience.
Q10: What is the best time to embark on this tour?
A10: The best time for the Darjeeling Pelling Gangtok Kalimpong Tour is during the months of March to May and September to November. These periods offer pleasant weather and clear skies, allowing for optimal exploration and sightseeing.