Friends Group, Solo, Honeymoon, Family Trip
Gangtok -Lachung - Darjeeling 3 Nights Gangtok - 2 Nights Lachung -2 Nights Darjeeling
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Overview
Sikkim is a state in northeastern India. It borders the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in the north and northeast, Bhutan in the east, Koshi Province of Nepal in the west, and West Bengal in the south. Sikkim is also close to the Siliguri Corridor, which borders Bangladesh. Sikkim is the least populous and second-smallest among the Indian states. Situated in the Eastern Himalaya, Sikkim is notable for its biodiversity, including alpine and subtropical climates, as well as being a host to Kangchenjunga, the highest peak in India and third-highest on Earth. Sikkim's capital and largest city is Gangtok.
Basic Information
- Welcome drink on arrival (Non Alcoholic).
- All accommodation as per itinerary
- Daily Breakfast
- All driver allowance, Hotel Taxes, GST, etc.
- All applicable Transfers and Sightseeing by an AC vehicle which will not be at disposal and will be exclusively used for the guest as per the itinerary only .
- All Free useable amenities provided by Hotels
- Any travel or medical insurance Cost for Airfare, Train fare, Insurance
- Premiums, Rafting Charges, Entry / Monument charges
- Cost for service provided on a personal request
- Any expenses of personal nature like tips, laundry, etc
- Cruise cost , Alcoholic beverages, Camera fees
- Anything not included in the above inclusions
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities, landslides, road blockage, political Disturbances, fuel price hike (to be borne by the client which is directly payable on the spot and as per actual)
Itinerary
You will be welcomed by our representative at Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Pakyong Airport. Our representative will assist you on a road journey to Gangtok. On the journey to Gangtok, the picturesque landscapes and lush greenery will leave you awe-struck. Gangtok is one of the best tourist destinations in northeast India for nature and peace lovers. On arrival in Gangtok, check into a hotel. Explore the local area in the evening by own enjoy the delicious dinner at the hotel, followed by the overnight stay.
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, prepare for a full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12400 feet) and New Baba Mandir, both of which are only 32 kilometres from Gangtok. Tsomgo Lake is regarded as sacred by the locals. It is about 1 km long, oval in shape, and 15 metres deep. You can spend peaceful moments here. New Baba Mandir is a distinguished sightseeing place of Gangtok. It is located on the IndoChina border, and honours "Baba" Harbhajan Singh, a former Indian Army soldier. You can also go to Nathula Pass (closed Monday & Tuesday), which is located on the IndiaChina border. However, you have to inform us in advance, as a permit needs to be obtained. There is an additional cost of Rs. 3000/ per vehicle. Return to your hotel in Gangtok. Spend the night in your comfortable room because you'll be visiting more amazing sights the next day.
The day 3 of the Gangtok tour is divided into the 2 parts: In the first half of the day, you will explore the major tourist attractions of Gangtok, namely: 1. Ropeway 2. Do-Drul Chorten 3. Namgyal Institute of Tibetology 4. Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Sunday Closed) 5. Flower Show (Orchid) In the later part of the day, you will return to the hotel. You will have an assisted transfer to Bagdogra/ Pakyong/New Jalpaiguri Station/Siliguri. This marks the end of your amazing trip to Gangtok.
Start your day early at around 8 am to visit the beautiful Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft/3750 m/3 hrs drive) and the famous Baba Harbhajan Mandir( 13,200 ft/4000 m). On the way halt for a quick breakfast. The mountainous route to the Lake is a nice drive .
The Lake is perched at a height of 12,400 ft and is endowed with enchanting beauty. It is held sacred by the locals. Come winters and the lake looks angelic as it gets enveloped in snow. As the spring takes its turn, the lake comes back to life with colorful flowers blooming in its surroundings. Baba Harbhajan Mandir or the shrine is a well-known attraction of Sikkim. It was built in reverence of Baba Harbhajan Singh, a brave Indian soldier. He was carrying supplies to a remote place when due to extremely bad weather he lost his life and overnight stay at hotel lachung .
Enjoy a fulfilling breakfast, and then head to Lachung, a wonderful hamlet surrounded by snow-capped mountain peaks. It is well known for its apple, peach and apricot orchids, cascading waterfalls and lovely streams. The Lachung Chu river flows through the middle of the village dividing it into two. On the way to Lachung, stop at the Singhik View Point for arresting sights of mount Silnoulchu. The Seven Sister Waterfall is also on the way. Take a lunch break at Namok and later a tea break at Chungthang. Reach Lachung and check in the hotel. Refresh yourself and relax. The evening is at leisure. You can visit the handicraft center to buy souvenirs such as exquisitely woven rugs and blankets and the Lachung Gompa which was built in 1880. You will be served a delicious dinner at the hotel. Have a relaxed stay overnight at the hotel .
After breakfast transfer to Darjeling hotel on arrival check in to the hotel and spend the evening on leisure and overnight stay at hotel .
After breakfast proceed to visit Tiger Hills, (subject to availability of token) Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, War Memorial – Back to hotel for breakfast and next - Tenzing Rock, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Lebong Race course, Ropeway, Gorkha Stadium, Gorkha handicraft, Tibetans Refugee center, Tea garden - lunch at hotel or on the way - Japanese Peace Pagoda, Natural History Museum, Ava Art Gallery, Lal Kothi, rock garden and Ganga Maiya Park bare sightseeing spot and can be visited as per the days program – Sightseeing places are dynamically set depending upon the road condition and time factors – it is not possible to visit all the places but the important ones are covered for the satisfaction of guest – Evening free to roam around the any of the hundred nurseries or the Local market area - Overnight stay at Darjeeling .
After breakfast check out and proceed to drop at NJP / Bagdogra for onward journey to home.
Tour Price
| Hotel Details | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Location | Hotel Name | Room Category | Stars | |
| Gangtok | a | Deluxe Room | 3 | |
| Lachung | b | Deluxe Room | 3 | |
| Darjeeling | c | Deluxe Room | 3 | |
| Pricing Details | ||||
| Per Adults | Extra Adults | Extra Child | Child WO Bed | |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
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- For Holiday Packages: Once receiving your Advance Payment as per payment policy, we will issue the Confirmation Vouchers within 72 Working hours subject to confirmations received from Suppliers. Balance Amount Payable as per Payment Policy.
- For Cab & Driver Details: All Cab & Driver details will be shared with guests prior to one day before the departure date.
- Air Tickets: Air Tickets will be sent in the Mail immediately once Payment received as per payment policy.
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Flight price & timings are subject to availability due to dynamic fluctuation. We don’t have any pre-booked Hotels, Flights, Or any other services, so all components are subject to availability at the time of booking.
- 30% of the package cost or INR 10,000 whichever is higher payable for booking confirmation.
- 50% of the package cost is payable 15 days prior to departure.
- 20% of the package cost or INR 20,000 whichever is less, guests may pay on arrival at the respective destination in cash only. However, if he or she wants to pay us (Company) directly, then the same can be done 7 days prior to the departure date.
- The full amount is payable at the time of booking confirmation for those components where 100% advance payment required for confirmation like some hotels, Flight Tickets, Bus Tickets, Train Tickets, etc.
- 80% of the package cost or INR 10,000 whichever is higher payable for booking confirmation.
- 20% of the package cost or INR 20,000 whichever is less, guests may pay on arrival at the respective destination in cash only. However, if he or she wants to pay us (Company) directly, then the same can be done 7 days prior to the departure date.
- FUll ull amount is payable at the time of booking confirmation for those components where 100% advance payment required for confirmation like some hotels, Flight Tickets, Bus Tickets, Train Tickets, etc.
- 50% of the package cost or INR 20,000 whichever is higher payable for booking confirmation.
- 50% of the package cost is payable 15 days prior to the departure date. If guests want to pay the rest balance in cash at the respective destination, he/ she may pay the same in cash at the respective destination’s local currency only equivalent to Indian Currency on arrival itself to our representative. Kindly note that guests have to bear the extra amount for currency exchange on their own for local currency if opt for on arrival payment.
- The full amount is payable at the time of booking confirmation for those components where 100% advance payment required for confirmation like some hotels, Flight Tickets, Bus Tickets, Train Tickets, Travel Insurance, Visa charges, etc.
Regular Cancelation Policy :
21 days or more before Departure Date  30% of package cost 70 % will be refundable
15 days or more before Departure Date   50% of package cost 50 % will be refundable
10 days or more before Departure Date   80% of package Cost 20% will be refundable
7 days or more before Departure Date    100% of package Cost
*Special Note: At any point of time after Booking, if cancelation made on Non- Refundable components like airfare, Hotel Bookings, transportations, or any other services, then the respective amount will be completely non-refundable or will be followed as per Components (like airfare, Hotel Bookings, transportations, or any other services) Individual Cancelation Policy.
Covid Special Cancelation Policy: If the tour is postponed before travel due to Pandemic Situations (i.e Covid-19), We will issue Credit Notes to guests which he/she may use for future travel for the same destinations .
- For Postpone/Prepone of tour packages are to be communicated in written and need to inform us at 7 days prior to Departure Date. Any request made within 7 days no amendments possible and Cancelation charges occur as per cancelation policy .
- The package can be altered/change as per the customer’s requirement/ interest if possible (subject to availability & Cancelations of respective Components Booked)
- We may reschedule the sightseeing days subject to weather conditions & to ensure smooth execution of tours.
- We shall not be responsible for any cancellation of cabs or buses due to bad weather & are not liable for it.
- No Changes/ modifications are allowed during the trip except extreme conditions, which will be also done as per the cancelation policy of respective Components Booked.
- Refunds if any, for variation/modification/amendments/alteration and/or cancellations, etc. of any tour will be paid directly to the guest by ‘A/C payee cheque only’, in Indian Rupees at the prevailing rate of exchange on the date of the cheque, as per Reserve Bank of India Rules and Regulations, irrespective of whether the tour payments in part or whole were made in foreign currency.
- Refund payments will be processed within 15 working days of the cancellation date and the amount is payable as per cancellation policy.
- No refund will be Applicable -For any missed/unused services of the tour including the meals due to any reason.
- No cash refund will be Applicable – If the tour is indefinitely postponed / Stopped during travel due to a natural calamity, riots, political disturbances, or any other unforeseen calamities. We will issue Credit Notes to guest which he/she may use in future travel however subject to cancelation/Refund policy of Respective components booked.
- In case of any Visa denial or any delay in the Visa process, we shall not be responsible for any loss due to the same and no refund will be applicable. Visa approval and process duration is as per consulate/embassy discretion only.
- Packages rates are calculated as per the hotels & rooms mentioned. In case room type is not mentioned, calculation is based on the base category room in the hotel.
- Booking will be confirmed only after receiving the advance payment and on availability of hotels mentioned.
- In case of non-availability of rooms in the specified hotels, we will inform you the same and will give you different options of hotels and rate will increase or decrease depends on the hotel selection.
- Hotels for each category are selected as per the budget and through our feedback system. We suggest you to check reviews and location of hotels mentioned to make sure it is as per your preferences before confirming the package. After Check-in & after booking changes are not possible.
- DiscoverMyTravel does not have any hidden charges except your lunch, dinner (All food in Kerala houseboat is included) and personal expenses. During the journey if someone asks for extra money, you may inform us and we will not be responsible if you pay the amount without our concern.
- Any extra bed/breakfast for kids which is not mentioned has to be paid directly by guest as per the hotel policy.
- Gala dinner on Christmas 24th,31st/New year eve will be at actual cost.
- On Arrival Day Breakfast is not included in the package.
- Company is not responsible for missing sightseeing,destinations due to political strike or roadblocks. Missing meal due to early checkout or late check-in
- Rooms at all Hill stations (Rooms at Munnar, Thekkady, Kodaikanal and Ooty,Coorg,Himachal uttrakhand,Kashmir) are Non A/C as mentioned. If you require A/C, you can pay extra directly at hotels and upgrade, but depends on availability. If Heater required in Hotels that will be on Direct Expanse .
- All Personal Activities & Entry tickets are not included in the package
- Hotel check-in time is typically at 2:00 PM, while check-out time is at 12:00 PM noon . May vary from hotels to hotels .Early check-in & late checkout as per hotel availability & might be on extra charges .
- The package price does not include – Expenses of personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar charges, tips, portage, camera fees, room heater charges, etc.
- In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangements for an alternate accommodation will be made in a hotel of a similar standard.
- Transportation will be provided as per the itinerary on point to point basis only and will not be at disposal. ( AC will not work on hills )
- Before confirmation of booking, Package rates are subject to change without prior notice, Force Majeure events, strikes, fairs, festivals, weather conditions, traffic problems, overbooking of hotels/flights, cancellation / re-routing of flights, closure of / entry restrictions at a place of a visit, etc.
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The best time to go on a tour holiday in Gangtok is during April-June and from September-November wherein tourists can experience a variety of temperatures. From pleasant summers to freezing winters, there is plenty one can experience here on this Gangtok holiday tour.
Photography is restricted in certain areas of Gangtok like monuments and wildlife sanctuaries.The tour guide will give you instructions on where you can take photographs in Gangtok on this holiday tour itinerary.
There are many good restaurants in Gangtok where one can enjoy a tasty meal including:
- Parivar Restaurant
- Chopstix
- Pub 25
- Taste of Tibet
- Roll House
- Hotlix
- Thakali
Tourists can take part in several adventure activities in Gangtok on this holiday tour itinerary, including:
- Trekking
- Mountain biking
- Night safari
- River rafting
- Hang gliding
A trip of 2-3 days would suffice to witness the best of this destination. You can indulge in sightseeing and can also try your hand at adventurous activities. Some of the attractions that you must add to the itinerary include Tashi View Point, Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, Hanuman Temple, Ban Jhakri Falls Park, lower Exhibition Centre, and Ganesh Tok.
Lachung is stunning year-round, but the best time is usually from March to June (spring and summer) when the weather is pleasant and the flowers are in bloom. September to December (autumn and early winter) also offers beautiful views, especially for snow enthusiasts.
Yumthang Valley, known as the Valley of Flowers, is a must-visit for its breathtaking beauty. Additionally, the Zero Point, a bit further from Yumthang, offers stunning snow-capped landscapes. The Lachung Monastery is also a serene and culturally rich site worth exploring.
Lachung is accessible by road from Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. The nearest airport is in Bagdogra, West Bengal, and from there, one can hire a taxi or use public transport to reach Gangtok, and then proceed to Lachung.
Yes, Indian tourists need an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit Lachung due to its proximity to the international border with Tibet. Foreign tourists require a Protected Area Permit (PAP) which can be obtained through registered travel agencies.
Apart from exploring the natural beauty and local culture, you can indulge in trekking, especially to Dzongu Valley, experience the hot springs in Yumthang, and enjoy local cuisine, including momos and thukpa.
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