Experience Best of South Sikkim

🚗Transport Included      🍲Meals Included      🚶🏼‍♂️Guide Included

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Inclusions of South Sikkim Tour:

• Breakfast on All Days
• Vehicle : Hatchback/ SUV (As per group Size)
• Permits
• Parking charges
• Toll
• Petrol
• Driver
• Accommodation in Standard Hotel (Customization Possible on Request)

 

About the Tour

• Visit some of the major attractions of Kalimpong and get the feel of the Colonial Era while exploring the places there.
• Drive Through some of the biggest tea estates while heading towards Gangtok.
• Take in the vibrant hues of Tsomgo Lake, which have been illuminated by the bright sunlight.
• Pay a visit to the Baba Mandir and learn about Captain Harbajan Singh's hidden storey of self-sacrifice for the country.
• Listen to the chanting of the Buddhist monk and tinkling of bells at the monasteries.
• Darjeeling has been dubbed the ‘Queen of the Hills'’, also known for hill covered tea estate, diverse culture, and famous toy-train rides by the roadside, providing picturesque valley views and a lifetime of memories. 
• Snap first rate photos in the midst of regular ponders and make your online media companions jealous of this lifetime experience.

Day 1 - Arrival to Kalimpong

Description:

• Start your South Sikkim tour by arriving at Bagdogra airport/ NJP railway station where you will be greeted by our representative and get transferred to Kalimpong.
• As you reach, check-in at the hotel/resort and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
• In the evening you can head out to explore the nearby places and local market.
• Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

 

 

Day 2 - Kalimpong to Gangtok

Description:

• After having breakfast, check out from the hotel and get ready as your South Sikkim tour plan presents to you the most famous places of Kalimpong.
• First on our list is the Mangal Dham, dedicated to Lord Krishna, this temple complex is a must visit place.
• Next is Deolo Hills and Durpin dara hills,the highest point of Kalimpong, enjoy the birdview of Kalimpong from here. Kalimpong is situated on a ridge between two hills,
• Deolo hills and Durpin Dara Hill.
• A visit to Dr. Graham’s Home, Golf Garden & Pine View Nursery.
• After this tour, travel to Gangtok.
• As you reach Gangtok, check in at the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.

 

 

Day 3 - Tsomgo Lake - Baba Mandir

Description:

• Enjoy a delightful breakfast and embark upon the third day of your South Sikkim tour by heading towards the Tsomgo Lake, this oval shaped lake is famous for its scenic beauty.
• You can see migratory birds hopping around this lake.
• On your way, visit the Kyongnosla Lake, take a walk across this beautiful lake.
• Coming up next is the Baba Mandir which is 17 kms beyond Tsomgo lake. This shrine is the memorial of Baba Harbhajan Singh, a sentry of Punjab Regiment.
• After a full day of exploring, head back to the hotel for an overnight stay.
• If time permits, you can go for an optional visit to the Nathula Pass.

 

 

Day 4 - Gangtok to Darjeeling

Description:

• After breakfast, check out from the hotel and start your drive towards Darjeeling.
• The South Sikkim tour package welcomes you to Darjeeling, check into the hotel and have this day on your own.
• In the evening, you can head for a stroll to the famous MG road and have a good time.
• Head back to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

 

 

Day 5 - Darjeeling Sightseeing Tour

Description:

• Wake up at 4 am and start trekking to the top of Tiger hill to witness a golden sunrise shimmering through the Kanchenjunga Peak.
• On your way back, take a halt to see Batasia Loop and Ghoom Monastery.
• Make a stop to enjoy a filling breakfast and kickstart your sightseeing tour of Darjeeling.
• A visit to the Zoological park, where you get to witness various species of flora and animals.
• A visit to Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Tibean Refugee Self Centre.
• Later head out to visit the Tenzing rock, where you can try rock climbing and the Japanese Temple also known as Darjeeling peace pagoda, this temple was constructed under the guidance of Monk Nichidatsu Fiji.
• After a full day of sightseeing, return back to the hotel for an overnight stay as the second last day of your South sikkim tour plan comes to an end.

 

 

Day 6 - Departure

Description:

• After having breakfast, check out from the hotel and get transferred to Bagdogra airport/ NJP station for your return journey with wonderful memories of your South Sikkim tour.

• Treasure the beauty of Tsmogo lake and Baba Mandir. 
• Drive Through some of the Largest Tea Estates of India .
• Absorb yourself in stunning magnificence of the beautiful kalimpong. 
• Witness the most beautiful Sunrise of The Region from Tiger Hill.
• Experience the Tibetan culture closely throughout the Trip.   

• Liwana reserves the right to rearrange or change the itinerary for reasons that are beyond control like Natural calamity, weather conditions, road block etc.
• Pick up from airport should be mandatorily between 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM. Beyond these timings, it is recommended to stay in Siliguri & Traveller is advised to let Liwana know before booking if they are arriving after 7 PM in Siliguri so that Liwana can rearrange their Itinerary.
• Liwana will arrange alternate sightseeing for the travellers however cost of alternative accommodation needs to be borne by the customer as the hotels prebooked execute their cancellation policies & are nonrefundable. This is generally what happens when you book the hotels yourself as well.
• Zero Point is not included in Itinerary & is optional. It is completely dependent on the weather.
• All Traveller including co-travellers must carry 2 passport size photo and 2 photocopies of a valid id proof along with the originals(voter id, passport, driving license, govt job dept id proof are only accepted). Travellers are recommended to share Soft copies with the tour operator on official WhatsApp chats/groups (Liwana Chat groups) at least 3 days prior to the trip.
• As per state guidelines, travellers wearing a turban are not allowed in Lachen.
• By default, we arrange a standard room in the category that travellers books. In case a traveller prefers an upper category room or a suite, they are requested to inform before booking the package.
• As per North East guidelines, vehicles are not on disposal & may not deviate from the itinerary unless any issue occurs such as bad weather, Political/social disturbances, roadblocks, VVIP movements & state transport rule prohibition. Transport services are from point to point only. Also, Sumo/Bolero is not allowed in main market area between 08:00 AM– 20:00 PM thus these vehicles are not allowed to drop/pick up the travellers directly to/from hotel in Sikkim, Darjeeling, Gangtok & Pelling.
• Nathula Pass is Indo-China Border which is operated by the Indian Army. There are some limitations to the entry of civilians therefore this place is optional in the itinerary. Travellers can opt for visiting this place at an additional charge directly to the tour operator. However, whether the travellers will be permitted to Nathula pass still depends on the instructions of Sikkim Tourism on the particular day of visit morning at 09:30 AM. Also, Nathula Check Post closes at 10:30 am & is closed on Monday & Tuesday every week.
• Nathula Pass can be added at an extra cost 4000 INR/car, payable on the spot and is subjected to availability. (Applicable if Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir are included in the package.
• Foreigners are not allowed to visit the Baba Mandir
• Cholamo Lake, Green Lake and Lonak Valley are trekking routes, where cabs are not allowed and options for travelling at these spots have been barred by Sikkim Government.
• The services in Tata Sumo/bolero/ non-luxury car (Allotted from Govt local union) cannot be guaranteed in a good condition as the vehicles are usually very old and are already driven for more than 1 lakh kilometre in hilly terrains. We avoid arranging these cars for travellers.
• Heavy rainfalls are observed between June – September which means that real time itinerary changes are possible. In case the roads are blocked due to landslides or any other natural calamity, a permit to go to North Sikkim may not be issued.
• Liwana will arrange alternate sightseeing for the travellers however cost of alternative accommodation needs to be borne by the customer as the hotels prebooked execute their cancellation policies & are nonrefundable. This is generally what happens when you book the hotels yourself as well.
• Senior citizens and travellers younger than 4 years are not recommended to go to Gurudongmar Lake because of low oxygen. Permits for the infant under 2 years of age are not granted by North Sikkim tourism that means if you have a baby, You will not be allowed to go to North Sikkim.
• Any sightseeing point which is not completed due to time constraints, traffic jam, natural calamity, travelers starting late, permits issued late or any other reason beyond control Liwana  does not take the liability for a refund or a discount.
• GST is applicable to the package and not mentioned in the above cost.
• Air Fare / Train fare /Bus fare are not included in the package.
• The tour takes place through eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.
• ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
• Guidelines issued by the State-Government is to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of mask recommended.
• The traveler will have to take care of their international airfare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover.
• Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the tour.
• Real time cancellation is not entertained due to any reasons whatsoever. There will be no refund applicable. Rescheduling date of travel is treated as cancellation. 100% of the tour cost will be charged as cancellation fee due to charges levied in pre-planning & pre-bookings.

• Warm clothes
• Caps
• Toilet paper & wipes
• Water bottle
• Extra pair of socks
• Fleece jackets and thermals
• Thermal inners
• Walking shoes
• First Aid Kit

100.0% of total tour cost will have to be paid 7 days prior to date of travel.

• As soon as you pay, you will receive a confirmation email from Liwana.
• The remaining amount needs to be paid before the date of travel.

• If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

• If cancellation are made 15 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 50.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

• If cancellation are made 0 days to 15 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.