Fragant Sikkim - Northeast India Journey (Luxury Accommodation)
Highlights
- Safety measures
- 11 days (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Northeast India is a blessed region with several routes that offer a magical combination of virgin forests, mountain views, winding highways and stunning tea gardens. Tribal cultures with mesmerizing sanctuaries and national parks await you. Be ready to see opulent nature, high altitude lakes and human life in another rhythm
Cities visited: Delhi, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Gangtok & LAchung
- Day 1 - Delhi - Fascinating city with chaos translated into a unique energy where old and new merge.
2 Stops
1.- New Delhi
You will be picked up from Delhi Airport with a signed board under your name, as per your arrival details. Taken to your hotel to be recovered. Early arrivals have the possibility to explore Delhi, depending on your preference. Immerse yourself into Indian History, Politics and Religion.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free2.- Qutub Minar
The Qutb Minar, also spelled as Qutub Minar and Qutab Minar, is a minaret and "victory tower" that forms part of the Qutb complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Mehrauli area of Delhi, India.
1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Grand Godwin Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj Luxury: Taj Palace
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 2 - Delhi
6 Stops
1.- Humayun's Tomb
The last refuge of Mughal Emperor Humayun reminds rather of a luxurious palace, than a tomb. Located in the eastern part of Dehli, Humayun’s tomb is one of the best preserved Mughal monuments. This spellbinding mausoleum is the first example of Mughal architecture in India.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included2.- India Gate
The India Gate is a war memorial located astride the Rajpath, on the eastern edge of the "ceremonial axis" of New Delhi,formerly called Kingsway. It stands as a memorial to 70,000 soldiers of the British Indian Army who died in the First World War.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free3.- Red Fort
The Red Fort is a historic fort in the city of Delhi in India that served as the main residence of the Mughal Emperors. Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned construction of the Red Fort on 1638, when he decided to shift his capital from Agra to Delhi.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included4.- Swaminarayan Akshardham
Akshardham' means the divine abode of God. It is hailed as an eternal place of devotion, purity and peace. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir – an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus dedicated to devotion, learning and harmony. Timeless Hindu spiritual messages, vibrant devotional traditions and ancient architecture all are echoed in its art and architecture.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included5.- Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid)
he Masjid-i Jehan Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free6.- Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is one of the most prominent Sikh gurdwara, or Sikh house of worship, in Delhi, India and known for its association with the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Har Krishan, as well as the holly river inside its complex, known as the "Sarovar."
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Grand Godwin Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj Luxury: Taj Palace
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 3 - Darjeeling - Known as “The Queen of Hills”, Darjeeling is a small town surrounded by World Famous Rolling Tea Gardens.
2 Stops
1.- Darjeeling
You will be received from the Bagdogra Airport with a signed board under your name, as per your arrival details. You could go to your hotel to be recovered. If your arrival is early then, you might explore Darjeeling.
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free2.- Japanese Peace Pagoda
Peace Pagoda, Darjeeling or Darjeeling Peace Pagoda is one of the Peace Pagodas designed to provide a focus for people of all races and creeds to help unite them in their search for world peace. It is located in the town of Darjeeling in the Indian state of West Bengal.
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options: Affordable: Summit Heritage Hotel Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 4 - Darjeeling - Discover the scenic beauty of the mountain ranges
5 Stops
1.- Tiger Hill
Early Morning you will be driven to the Tiger Hill to watch a spectacular sunrise over Mount Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak).
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included2.- Ghoom Monastery
Old Ghoom Monastery is the popular name of Yiga Choeling. The monastery belongs to the Gelukpa or the Yellow Hat sect and is known for its 15 feet-high statue of the Maitreya Buddha.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included3.- Happy Valley Tea Estate
Happy Valley Tea Estate is a tea garden in Darjeeling district in the Indian state of West Bengal. Established in 1854, it is Darjeeling's second oldest tea estate.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included4.- Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center
Rehabilitation centre for the Tibetan refugees in the Darjeeling Himalayan hill region. It was established on 2 October 1959, after they followed Dalai Lama and escaped from Tibet. The production of Tibetan handicraft is the centre's main activity
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included5.- Dali Monastery
Ornate, colorful Buddhist monastery with art & sculpture, including a giant Buddha figure.
1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options: Affordable: Summit Heritage Hotel Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 5 - Kalimpong - A town once served as the dynasty of Bhutan´s King
4 Stops
1.- Phodong Monastery
Phodong Monastery is a Buddhist monastery in Sikkim, India. It is located 28 kilometres from Gangtok. It was built in the early 18th century but an older monastery had pre-existed the current one.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included2.- Delo Park
Park atop Deolo Hill featuring mountain views, hang gliding, landscaped gardens & picnic spots.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free3.- Narayani Dham Temple
Sprawling Hindu temple complex noted for its landscaped garden, ornate statues & colorful sanctuary.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included4.- Tharpa Choling Monastery
Gaden Tharpa Choling Monastery is a Gelugpa monastery situated at the hilltop in Kalimpong, India. The monastery was founded by Domo Geshe Rinpoche Ngawang Kalsang in 1912.
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: The Soods Garden Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Resort
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 6 - Gangtok - Amidst The Himalayas and its mystic aura, Gangtok is a place to find peace and calm.
1 Stop
1.- Gangtok
Discover Gangtok through the amazing valleys of the Himalaya. Live and learn about Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options: Affordable: Vatika Himalayan Resort Semi Luxury: Summet Denzong Hotel Luxury: Heritage Denzong Regency
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 7 - Ganktok - Live and learn about Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
5 Stops
1.- Banjhakri Water Falls
The Banjhakri Falls and Energy Park is a recreation centre and tourist attraction near Gangtok, in the state of Sikkim, India. The park's statuary and other displays document the Ban Jhakri, or traditional shamanic healer who worships spirits living in caves around the falls.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included2.- Ganesh Tok View Point
Quaint Hindu temple with sweeping hilltop views, plus a cafe offering drinks & light bites.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included3.- Do Drul Chorten Stupa
Do-drul Chorten is a stupa in Gangtok in the India in state of Sikkim. The stupa was built by Trulshik Rinpoche. Inside this stupa is a complete set of Dorjee Phurba, Kangyur and other religious objects
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included4.- Enchey Monastery
The Enchey Monastery was established in 1909 above Gangtok. It belongs to the Nyingma order of Vajrayana Buddhism. The monastery built around the then small hamlet of Gangtok became a religious centre.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included5.- Tashi View Point
Binoculars are recommended at this viewing platform for observing Kanchenjunga & surrounding hills.
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options: Affordable: Vatika Himalayan Resort Semi Luxury: Summet Denzong Hotel Luxury: Heritage Denzong Regency
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 8 - Lachung - A picturesque small mountain village with a variety of 24 breathtaking Himalayan flowers
2 Stops
1.- Lachung
Enroute visit Singhik View point, Seven Sister Water Fall and Naga Water Fall.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free2.- Bhim Nala Falls
Gorgeous waterfalls situated at Khedum village near Lachung in North Sikkim.
2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedAccommodation: Hotel Options: Affordable: Summit Alpine Resort Semi Luxury: Summit Khangri Karpo Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Resort
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 9 - Lachung
2 Stops
1.- Lachung Monastery
Lachung Monastery is a Nyingma Buddhist gompa in the Lachung Valley. It was established in 1880. Lachung means a 'small mountain'.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included2.- Lachung
Visit the Amitabh Bachchan Falls. It has believed to have gotten the name Amitabh Bachchan Falls from the Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan, who is very tall.
2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options: Affordable:Summit Alpine Resort SemiLuxury: Summit Khangri Karpo Retreat Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Resort
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 10 - Delhi
1 Stop
1.- New Delhi
You have the option to prepare for the next day departure and stay relaxed at your hotel. Or visit Delhi if you are very active and would like to explore some markets in the city: Chandni Chowk Market, The Kinari Bazaar (Wedding Market), Textile Market (Wholesale Market), The Book Market or he very interesting Spice Market (Grind and Whole Spices). If your preferences are around art and architecture you could visit: Fateh Puri Mosque, Sis Ganj Guradwara, Jain Temple and The Shiva Temple as well. Depending on your peace and comfort.
5 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Hotel Options Available: Affordable: Grand Godwin Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj Luxury: Taj Palace
Meals: Breakfast
- Day 11 - Delhi - Departure
1 Stop
1.- New Delhi
Relaxed and ready for travelling back home, your driver will take you to the airport as per your flight schedule.
2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeAccommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Private transportation
- Selected 10 nights accommodation based on single/double occupancy in mentioned hotels.
- Flight ticket from Delhi to Baghdogra
- Flight ticket from Baghdogra to Delhi
- Toy train ride in Darjeeling
- English-Speaking Local Driver and Private Guide
- Bottle of water while in the cary
- Will have personal driver, his food and lodging is included in the cost
- Government 5%GST tax, all state taxes, tolls, parkings are included
- Breakfast (11)
Important Information
Luxury Accommodation: Luxury Hotel Accommodation in every city visited.
Pickup included
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
-This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.