Sojourn In Darjeeling - Sikkim

Early morning at around 04:00 AM drive to 8000 feet / 2440 meters Tiger Hill to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather) – On the way back visit Ghoul Monastery & Batasia Loop, after visit transfer back to the hotel for breakfast, Post breakfast head for the local city tour - Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tensing/ Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center (Closed on Sunday), Tea Garden (panoramic view), evening free to stroll around the market, Overnight stay at Darjeeling

Morning breakfast in hotel and Drive for sightseeing - Kalimpong situated on the foothills of the Himalayas is a green destination at an altitude of 1243 meters / 4078 feet - It is a historical destination with a bustling market, colourful people and offers spectacular views of the Himalayan range - The scenic beauty on the the way is beautiful and there are a lot of shops selling antics and local handicraft worth buying – Drive for sightseeing tour through scenic road to Forest Museum (Closed On Thursday), Deolo / Dello Hill, Hanuman Mandir, Dr Graham Homes, Durbin Monastery, Mangal Dham, Pine View Nurseries (Cactus Only) Then you proceed for Gangtok. Overnight Stay in Gangtok.

Morning breakfast at hotel Excursion to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir nearly 40 kilometres and 2 hours drive along with the Kyongnosla Alpine Sanctuary, the home to the red panda and the blood pheasant with Rhododendron and other alpine trees along the road - Situated at an elevation of 3753 meters / 12310 feet - The Lake is oval shaped lake nearly 50 feet deep - Generally covered in snow for most of the year This lake is home to the Brahmini ducks & many migratory birds. Nearby is the sacred Baba Mandir is known to be a very holy site for all ( Nathu La Pass to the Republic of China is nearly 20 kilometres and is optional tour) - Back to Gangtok - Evening free to roam around M G Road (Mall) or local Shopping centre - Over Night stay at Gangtok (Incase of Landslide or due to any other reasons if Tsomgo Lake is closed then an alternate sightseeing will be provided)

Early morning breakfast. Next start for North Sikkim package tour. Leave Gangtok at about 10 AM proceed to Lachung 119 kilometres - 4to 5 hrs Lachung is situated at an altitude of 8600 feet - On the way stop and enjoy a few wonderful locations like Tashi Viewpoint, Kabi Lungstok, Naga Waterfalls, the confluence of Lachen chu and Lachung The Chu at Chungthang, Twin Waterfalls and Bhim Nala Waterfalls - Lunch will be served at Namok - The roads are coloured with the full bloom of Primula, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers Guest especially during spring. Guest are likely to reach Lachung at late afternoon or early evening - Check into the hotel/resort - Evening free to stroll around the village - Dinner will be served at about 8 PM. Overnight stay at Lachung.

After breakfast drive towards Yumthang situated at an elevation of nearly 11800 feet - On the way you may visit the famous hot spring which is known for its curative properties of skin diseases - Yumthang is a valley near the river Lachung Chu surrounded by mountains where the tree line ends - In spring the valley erupts in riots of colours as Primula, Rhododendrons and many other Alpine flowers in full bloom along with snow-covered valley except in autumn - During winter Yumthang is sombre with snow all around and the snow-clad mountains adding to the ethereal beauty - Return to resort at Lachung for Lunch - After lunch visit Lachung Monastery, Cottage Industry and Waterfalls. Return to Gangtok and overnight stay.

After breakfast transfer to Siliguri / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (NJP) / Bagdogra Airport (IXB) - Nearly 135 kilometres 4 - 5 hours drive. Guest is advised to start early and not to rush - End of Tour & Forwarding Journey