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Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra International Airport
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Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra International Airport
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The food service at hotels depends on occupancy. In case of low occupancy, a set menu at a fixed price may be provided by the hotel based on your chosen food plan.
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Check-in time is 1400 hours and check-out time is 1200 hours for all hotels.
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Overview
Darjeeling 2N – Kalimpong 1N – Gangtok 2N
Departure & Return Location
Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra International Airport
Highlights
- Darjeeling's Early Morning Magic
- Kalimpong's Scenic Escape
- Gangtok's Cultural Wonders
- Tsomgo Lake Adventure
- Shopping and Leisure
Itinerary
Meet and Greet on arrival at New Jalpaiguri Railway Station / Bagdogra International Airport and transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 Ft.). On arrival check-in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
Early morning (4:00 AM) visit Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of Permit / Token) and then back to hotel. After breakfast, starting at 8.30 AM, visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Ropeway, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple. Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.
After breakfast, transfer to Kalimpong (4,091 Ft. / 55 Kms. / 2½ Hrs.). On arrival check-in to your hotel. Afternoon enjoy half day tour of Kalimpong visiting Mangal Dham, Deolo Hill, Golf Course, Durpin Dara Hills and Pine View Nursery (Sunday closed). Overnight stay at Kalimpong.
After breakfast, transfer to Gangtok (5,500 Ft. / 78 Kms. / 3 Hrs.). On arrival, check-in to your hotel. After that half day Gangtok city tour visiting Flower show, Cottage Industry and Handicraft Centre (Closed on Sunday and 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month), Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Dro-dul Chorten, Gonjang Monastery and Banjakhri Falls (maximum 3-4 hours). Overnight stay at Gangtok.
After breakfast, start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft. / 37 Kms. / 02 Hrs. from Gangtok) and further drive to Baba Mandir (13,200 ft. / 16 Kms. / 01 Hrs. from Tsomgo Lake). Evening back to Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Accommodation on twin Sharing Basis.
- Meal Plan (as per mentioned above).
- Exclusive Non-a/c vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. Please brief to guest that vehicle will not be at disposal it will be available to guest as per itinerary only (point to point basis).
- All permit fees & hotel taxes (as per itinerary).
- Rates are valid for INDIAN NATIONALS only.
- 5% GST inclusive*.
The Cost Excludes
- 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), Ropeway, 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, 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.
- Insurance
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The best time to visit these places is from March to June and September to December, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for sightseeing.
This tour covers key attractions like Tiger Hill in Darjeeling, Deolo Hill and Mangal Dham in Kalimpong, and Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir in Gangtok, along with cultural sites such as the Institute of Tibetology and Banjakhri Falls.
Yes, permits are required for Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir. You need to carry two passport-sized photos and a valid ID proof such as a passport, driving license, or voter ID (Aadhar and PAN are not accepted). For children below 18, a birth certificate or school/college ID is necessary.
The tour offers economy-class accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at decent hotels in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and Gangtok. Specific hotels or similar options are mentioned in the itinerary.
In the event of natural calamities like landslides, alternative sightseeing may be arranged. However, additional costs incurred due to these circumstances will need to be borne by the client and are payable on the spot.
Extra costs may include personal expenses like laundry, telephone calls, tips, mineral water, and optional activities such as paragliding, toy train rides, and ropeway. Room heater charges, entrance fees, and guide charges are also not included.
For children under 18 years, a birth certificate or a valid school/college ID is necessary, especially for visiting restricted areas like Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
yes, transportation in a non-AC vehicle is provided for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary. The vehicle will be available on a point-to-point basis and not for full-day disposal.
Yes, but note that some activities, such as the high-altitude visit to Tsomgo Lake, may be challenging for those with health conditions. It’s advisable to consult a doctor before traveling.
The meal plan is as per the accommodation and is typically mentioned in the tour details. Most meals are provided on a half-board basis (breakfast and dinner).
You should pack warm clothing for the high-altitude regions, comfortable shoes for sightseeing, essential medications, sunglasses, and ID proofs. Layered clothing is recommended for visits to places like Tsomgo Lake.
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