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Darjeeling and Gangtok Tour Package

Gangtok tour

Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim and is located at a height of 5,500 ft. above sea level. The town of Gangtok is renowned for Buddhist learning and is also related to economic, religious and cultural activities. The crowd from all over the world is gathered by the combination of traditional and modern crowds and the various sight-seeing natural area and other tourist attractions. The capital is well-developed, and as there are numerous modes of transport, accessibility to this exotic place is super convenient.

You will be enrolled for the various temples and other places of interest to visit to come with family , friends and loved ones. Gangtok is great because it is the ideal mix of education, tourism and industry. The town is Sikkim's largest city and is very famous for its serene beauty. There are many tourist sites, such as historical locations, sanctuaries for wildlife, forests , lakes and falls. Gangtok has all the charms visitors enjoy visiting over and over again.

The Shivalik hills are situated in Gangtok and the altitude is 5500 ft. For those who are close to nature and admire the natural beauty of higher peaks and Himalayan ranges, this city is love. A stunning view is offered by the snow-clad tower over the Himalaya.

The climate of Gangtok is very attractive to those who like the monsoon. Much of the time , the temperature is 22 degrees C in the summer and 4 degrees C in the winter. Winters are cold in Gangtok and summers are average. The city is suitable for year-round travellers. You can go during the year, but September to October is the specific time for visiting Gangtok. The other best time for visiting Gangtok is from March to June.During this peak season, you can come and enjoy the best Gangtok city tour with your family and friends.

Gangtok is surrounded by the people of Nepal and there are Bhutias, Tibetans, and Lepchas in Gangtok. The people of Gangtok are also few, including Marwaris, Biharis, Bengalis. Buddhism in Gangtok is mainly practised by religion, and festivals like Maghe Sankranti and Ram Navami have long been celebrated.

Gangtok tourism

Nathula, one of the world's highest motor routes, is a mountain pass co-joining Sikkim and China in the Himalayan peaks. Situated 14450 ft. above sea level on the Indo-Tibetan border, Nathu La is one of the country's most important Himalayan passes. Nathu means 'listening ears' and La means 'passing around'. One of the three open border trading posts between India and China, Nathula is renowned for its picturesque beauty and beautiful surroundings.

The heart of Gangtok and its most famous spot is MG Lane. With numerous stores, restaurants , and hotels lined up along both sides, it is the central shopping centre of this beautiful state capital. MG Road is an open mall or boulevard square that is generally considered to be the hub of the city and is the best tourist shopping destination. This is a perfect place to take a leisurely walk or just sit down and bask in the eclectic atmosphere on the benches.

The Tsomgo Lake, perched between the mountains at a dizzying height of 12400 ft above sea level, is one of the few high-altitude lakes on the Gangtok-Nathu La Highway in India. It is also popularly known as Changu Lake, and for a good reason-the sheer scenic beauty-it is part of every tourist 's itinerary.

The charming beauty of Tsogmo Lake, enveloped by steep snow-capped mountains and resting amid a bright green carpet of alpine forests, is bound to leave you in awe. Combined with its legendary importance to the locals, the mesmerising scenic attraction of the lake undoubtedly makes it a must-see Sikkim attraction.

One of the largest and most prominent monasteries in Sikkim, perched atop a hill 23 km from Gangtok, is the Rumtek Monastery. Originally called the Dharma Chakra Core, it belongs to the Buddhist Kargyu sect, which originated in the 12th century in Tibet. In addition to being a focal point for spiritual solace, verdant green mountains surround the monastery and thus serve as a visual treat. If you ascend to the Rumtek Monastery on top, you can have a stunning view of the entire town of Gangtok, located just opposite the hill. Besides this, one of the best in the world is the architecture of the striking monastery.

Gangtok to Darjeeling

One of the most beautiful hill stations in the eastern part of India is Darjeeling. Darjeeling stands at an altitude of 2,050 metres above sea level, spread over a steep mountain range, nestled among acres of lush green tea plantations, thus boasting cool climes throughout the year. For a romantic honeymoon, this scenic hill station is the ideal getaway and is just about 700 kilometres away from Kolkata.

The town is known as the 'Queen of the Himalayas' for one reason. A sight as mesmerising as no other is the lush green slopes lined with women plucking tea leaves. In Darjeeling, there are over 86 tea estates responsible for producing the world famous 'Darjeeling Tea'. At the tea farm, have a cup of locally brewed chai, or get down in the middle of the plantations to pluck yourself a few tea leaves, you are free to take your pick!

Darjeeling tourism

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a 2-foot narrow gauge train that runs in West Bengal, India, between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling, also referred to as the DHR, and lovingly called the 'Darjeeling Toy Train'. Between 1879 and 1881, the construction of this 88-kilometre long railway line took place, and a trip on this train route has since become a coveted experience.

With fun mountain views, a ride on the Darjeeling Toy Train has spectacular sights and passes through villages and local shops on the way, with children happily waving at them. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway provides major transport links between different parts of the hills and lower plains of Darjeeling and is a piece of pure inventiveness and vision of engineering.

Located at an altitude of 2590 metres and 13 kilometres from Darjeeling, Tiger Hill is best known for its spectacular sunrise views from where you can see the peaks of Kanchenjunga lit up before the sun is seen at lower altitudes. The spectacular view of snow-capped mountains sitting among cotton clouds draws visitors from all over the world to Tiger Hill.

Interestingly, this is also the summit of Ghoom, the tallest railway station on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. In winters, due to delayed sunrise time, the starting time from Darjeeling is 3.30 AM to hit tiger hill by 4.15 AM. The starting time is 4.15 AM. A convoy of jeeps and cars blocks the roads during the busy season.

The Batasia Loop is perhaps one of the most picturesque train routes in all of Darjeeling, a lush green toy train path that is intended to reduce the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway's elevation. This magnificent attraction's unique nature allows the track to loop around itself through a hilltop tunnel. The unparalleled natural beauty, which is a beautiful sight to see, is one of the most enchanting features of the Batasia Loop.

Located on Hill Cart Road (NH 55), in all its green glory, you will enjoy a panoramic view of Darjeeling. The inspiration behind the development of the magnificent path of the Batasia Loop was rooted in easy navigation around the terrain of Darjeeling, located in Ghoom, about 5 kilometres from Darjeeling. It rises from the centre of emerald carpets of mountain vegetation and on one side also overlooks the snowy peaks of Kanchenjungha.

Rock Garden, located 10 km away from Darjeeling, is an exquisite picnic spot with natural fall terraces known as Chunnu Summer Fall. It is also known as Barbotey Rock Garden, which is surrounded by beautiful hill streams, interesting flower gardens and sitting arrangements at different levels along the slope. For nature lovers travelling to Darjeeling, it is considered one of the most popular visiting destinations.

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Trip Overview

DAY 1 - Arrival in Beautiful Gangtok

- Departing from Chennai airport. - On arrival Bagdogra airport. - On arrival at airport welcome to our representative and transfer to Gangtok. - Check in to your hotel & rest of the day at leisure. - Night halt at Gangtok.

DAY 2 - Tsomgo Lake / Baba Mandir

- On Second day,Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at the hotel. - This morning start for trip to Tsomgo lake 12400 ft , which is only 32kms from Gangtok city, the lake is almost about 1km long and 15 mtrs. deep. - The lake is considered sacred by the local people, further 12kms visit the BaBa Harvajan Singh Mandir. - Evening free at Gangtok for shopping and individual activity. - After Dinner ,night halt at Gangtok.

DAY 3 - Local Sightseeing / Transfer to Darjeeling

- On Third day,Enjoy a lavish breakfast at Hotel. - Then proceed to visit Gangtok local city tour such as Flower Show, directorate of Handicraft & Handloom closed on sunday, research institute of Tibetology closed on sunday , Dro DulChorten, Gunjan Monestary & Bhakthang Waterfalls maximum 3 to 4 hrs. - Afternoon transfers to Darjeeling. - Hotel Check in . - After Dinner, night halts at Darjeeling.

DAY 4 - Darjeeling Local Sightseeing

- Early morning at 4.00 am visit Tiger Hill sunrise point over mt. khanchendzongna. - Come back to Hotel, after Breakfast at Hotel. - Then proceed to visit half day city tour such us Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park closed on thursday Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Centre closed on sunday , Tea Garden outer view, and Japanese Temple. - After Dinner, night halts at Darjeeling.

DAY 5 - Beautiful Memories With Darjeeling and Gangtok

- After breakfast Check out from hotel. - Then take the departure transfers to IXB Airport for your onward journey. - After Lunch finally drop to Bagdogra airport.