Exploring Gangtok Pelling And Darjeeling In 7 Days

🚗Transport Included      🍲Meals Included      🚶🏼‍♂️Guide Included

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Quick Info:

Start Point/ End Point: IXB Airport/ NJP Railway Station

Pick-up/ Drop Timing: As per Traveller Convenience

Duration: 6 Nights & 7 Days

Destinations Covered: Gangtok - Tsomgo Lake - Baba Mandir - Ravangla/Namchi - Pelling - Darjeeling

Customization: Available as per the request

Day 1 - NJP Railway Station/Bagdogra Airport to Gangtok | Welcome to the Capital City of Sikkim

Description:

• Upon arrival at the Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station, our representative will meet you and arrange a hassle-free transfer to Gangtok.
• Don’t forget to capture the picturesque views of the mighty Teesta River.
• Upon reaching Gangtok, check-in to the hotel where the evening will be for your leisure.
• You can also explore the famous MG Marg to treasure some unique souvenirs and authentic cuisines.
• Overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

 

Day 2 - Gangtok Excursion Tour | Listen to the local story of Baba Mandir

Description:

• After a tasty breakfast, you will leave to visit the famous Tsomgo Lake aka Changu Lake.
• It has an elevation of about 3,780 m, offers breathtaking scenic beauty, is home to Brahminy Ducks and many other migratory birds,s and is popular for its colour changing phenomenon.
• Following this, you will visit the shrine of the famous Baba Mandir where it is believed that his spirit protects every soldier in the inhospitable high-altitude terrain of the Eastern Himalayas.
• Later, you can also visit Nathula Pass* (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) which is one of the most crucial passes on the crossroads of the India-China border (at an additional cost).
• Later, return to Gangtok for an overnight stay.

 

Day 3 - Gangtok to Pelling via Ravangla/ Namchi | From East Sikkim to West Sikkim

Description:

• After breakfast, enjoy a comfortable transfer from Gangtok to Pelling via Ravangla OR Namchi.
• On the way, stop by Buddha Park and witness the 130 ft. High Shakyamuni Buddha Statue
• OR visit the Namchi Chardham and witness the 108 ft. High Statue of Lord Shiva encircled and supported by a girdle of Chardham, which are situated in India at four different places, in East as Jagannath, West as Dwarika, South as Rameshwaram, and North as Badrinath.
• As you drive towards Pelling witness the beauty of the Kanchenjunga Ranges.
• Upon reaching, check-in to the hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 4 - Pelling City Tour | Visit the most sacred lake of Sikkim

Description:

• After a hearty breakfast, indulge in an immersive City tour of Pelling.
• Head to the sacred Khecheopalri Lake which is also known as the wish-fulfilling lake and has religious significance in both Hindu and Buddhist folklore.
• Further sightseeing will include a visit to some of the most scenic waterfalls like Rimbi Waterfalls and the Kanchenjunga Waterfall.
• Later, seek blessings of the local deities by visiting the theKhecheopalri Monastery and Pemayangtse Monastery.
• Visit the Rabdentse Ruins to know about the glorious past of Sikkim.
• Other sightseeing places for the day include Bird Sanctuary, Darap Valley, Helipad Ground & Rimbi Orange Garden.
• Return to the hotel, after a day full of sightseeing for an overnight stay.

 

Day 5 - Pelling to Darjeeling | From West Sikkim to the Tea Gardens

Description:

• After having a flavourful breakfast, you will start from Pelling to Darjeeling.
• Travel through the trails decorated with the magical views of the Himalayas and the adjoining valleys and don’t forget to capture the amazing snow-covered peaks lined with Tea Gardens.
• Reach Darjeeling and check-in to the hotel, and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
• You can also explore the bustling Mall Road in Darjeeling and buy some unique souvenirs and handicrafts.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

 

Day 6 - Darjeeling Full Day Sightseeing | Watch the morning rays fall on Mt. Kanchenjunga

Description:

• Kick-off your day at around 4 AM for an amazing experience.
• Climb up to the top of Tiger Hill to catch the sunrise casting lights on Mt. Kanchenjunga and adjoining peaks.
• Following this, visit the famous Batasia Loop (Army Memorial), which offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the Darjeeling hill station, surrounded by the Eastern Himalayas.
• Visit the Ghoom Monastery housing a 15-foot high Maitreya Buddha statue (made from the clay bought from Tibet) captivating the surroundings with its aura.
• Return to enjoy a delicious breakfast before proceeding for more sightseeing.
• Head out to explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Thursday closed), Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock.
• Take a stroll through the Tea Estates that produces the best quality tea, popular all over the world.
• Also, visit the Tibetan Refugee Center and Peace Pagoda - a Japanese Temple.
• Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

 

Day 7 - Departure | Goodbye with lots of memories

Description:

• After having a hearty breakfast, you will be leaving for the NJP Station/ Bagdogra Airport (IXB).
• Your tour concludes as soon as you are dropped at the desired location for your onwards journey.
• It’s now time to head back home with a plethora of good memories.

• Unleash your inner wanderer with breathtaking landscapes composed of mountains, waterfalls, forests, lakes, and monasteries
• Explore the beauty of Tsomgo Lake - a glacial lake known for its serenity and picturesque views as you pass through and catch the best views of Mt.Kanchenjunga
• While in Gangtok, listen to the chanting of the Buddhist monk and tinkling of bells at the monasteries
• Make the wish at the most sacred lake of the region - Khecheopalri Lake which is kept clean by the birds nesting in the surrounding forest
• Behold the spiritual architecture of the Ghoom monastery adorned with beautiful murals, paintings, and frescos

• 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.
• 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 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.
• 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.
• Mt. Katao, Kalapathhar, Chopta Valley and Zero Point can be added on the extra cost of 4000/spot, payable on the spot and is subjected to availability. (Applicable for North Sikkim)
• 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.
• 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.