14 Nights/15 Days
Sikkim
Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kalimpong Tour
Package Description
Detailed Daywise Itinerary
Bagdogra – Gangtok Distance : 129 kms Time : 5 hrs drive
Gangtok Sightseeing Morning : Rumtek, a Kagyu Monastery also the seat of the Gyalwa Karmapa, Research Institute of Tibetology, the Do-drul Stupa and orchid sanctuary for a glimpse of the rare orchids. Afternoon: Visit Enchey Monastery, a Nyinmapa Monastery, the local handicraft center and the Flower Exhibition
Visit Tsomgo(Chhangu) Lake A sacred lake 35kms away situated at an altitude of 12400 ft near Nathula, the border between Tibet and India
Gangtok – Lachung Distance:149kms Time:5 hrs drive Halt in one of the ethnic village resort, visit the Lachung Monastery and stroll through the village for a glimpse of typical village life.
Lachung – Yumthang – Lachung Leave early in the morning to visit the Yumthang valley, passing through the Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary, home to nearly 40 varieties of rhododendron flowers. Yumthang valley at 11,800 ft is breathtakingly beautiful with snow-capped peaks and nature aglow.
Lachung – Gangtok Leave for Gangtok, visiting the Phodong Monastery enroute.
Gangtok – Pemayangtse Distance: 119 kms Time: approx 5 hrs
Visit Khechoplari lake Distance: about 22 kms Khechoplari lake is also known as 'Wishing Lake'. Also visit the Pemayangtse Monastery, the premier Nyinmapa Monastery, which houses the 'Zandopalri' a man-made wooden structure depicting the celestial abode of Guru Rimpoche.
Visit Tashiding Monastery It is situated on top of a hill-top, another 17th century Nyinmapa Monastery. Enroute visit the hot-springs.
Pemayangtse – Darjeeling Time: 4 hrs approx Enroute visit Rabdentse Palace ruins
Visit Tiger Hill in the morning to view the sunrise & visit the Himalayan Mountain Institute, Tea Garden, Batasia Loop and the Tibetan Refugee Camp. Afternoon, visit the Dali Gompa, and take a short ride in the famed "Toy Train".
Visit Mirik Boating excursion at Sumendu Lake.
Darjeeling – Kalimpong Distance: 50 kms Time: 2 ½ hrs approx
Sightseeing around Kalimpong Walk around the town visiting the Art and Crafts Centre, Nurseries, and then on to Durpin Hill, about 5 kms away from the town for breathtaking view of the of Khanchenzonga range, and the whole Chola range of Sikkim.
Kalimpong – Bagdogra Time: 2 ½ hrs approx Drop to to the airport to catch connecting flight back home.
Inclusion
- Accommodation is on twin sharing basis
- Meals : breakfast at all places
- Transfers from one place to another
- Sightseeing in private cars
- Vehicle will be provided based on the itinerary
- All current taxes such as hotel taxes and transportation taxes
Exclusion
- Accommodation is on twin sharing basis
- Meals : breakfast at all places
- Transfers from one place to another
- Sightseeing in private cars
- Vehicle will be provided based on the itinerary
- All current taxes such as hotel taxes and transportation taxes
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Policy Regarding Cancellation / No Show / Early Departure
In case of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reason/s we must be informed in writing. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive letter in writing and cancellation charges would be as follows:
30 days & prior to arrival – 10% of the tour/service cost.
20 days to 18 days prior to arrival – 20% of the tour/service cost.
14 days to 16 days prior to arrival – 25% of the tour/service cost.
10 days to 08 days prior to arrival – 50% of the tour/service cost.
07 days & less, prior to arrival or no show – NO REFUND.
Please note – Irrespective of above mentioned cancellations slabs – in case of cancellation of tour services after the booking is made with us – a minimum 10% service charges would be applicable.
In case you cancel the trip after commencement refund would be restricted to a limited amount that too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation and missed meals etc. we do not bear any responsibility to refund.
Refund
In regard to refund of unused / unutilized services (which are paid for and cancelled in advance) the refund amount would be worked out on the basis of cancellation policy as described above and the money would be accordingly refunded to the person who has made the payment to us. Please note that the refund process may take 2 – 4 weeks due to banking procedures. If the refund is made to the credit card account OR to Bank account, the bank charges would be debited from the refund amount.
