Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi - Fascinating city with chaos translated into a unique energy where old and new merge.
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of 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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
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.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Day 2: Delhi
Stop At: Humayun's Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: India Gate, Rajpath Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Red Fort, Netaji Subhash Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Swaminarayan Akshardham, Nh 24 Akshardham Setu, New Delhi 110092 India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jama Masjid, Off Netaji Subhash Marg, west of Red Fort, New Delhi 110002 India
he Masjid-i Jehan Numa, commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Ashoka Road Connaught Place, New Delhi 110001 India
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."
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Day 3: Darjeeling - Known as “The Queen of Hills”, Darjeeling is a small town surrounded by World Famous Rolling Tea Gardens.
Stop At: Darjeeling, Darjeeling, Darjeeling District, West Bengal
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.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Japanese Peace Pagoda, Darjeeling 734101 India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options:
Affordable: Summit Heritage Hotel
Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Day 4: Darjeeling - Discover the scenic beauty of the mountain ranges
Stop At: Tiger Hill Upper Darjeeling, Darjeeling 734101 India
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).
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ghoom Monastery, Tamang Buddhidt Monastery Rd, Darjeeling 734102 India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Happy Valley Tea Estate, Lebong Cart Road, Darjeeling 734101 India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center, Hillside 27, West Lebong Cart Road, Darjeeling 734101 India
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
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Dali Monastery, Hill Cart Road Dali, Darjeeling 734101 India
Ornate, colorful Buddhist monastery with art & sculpture, including a giant Buddha figure.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options:
Affordable: Summit Heritage Hotel
Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Day 5: Kalimpong - A town once served as the dynasty of Bhutan´s King
Stop At: Phodong Monastery, Singtam - Chungthang Road, Pelling 737119 India
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Delo Park, Deolo Hill, Homes St.And Graihms, Kalimpong 734316 India
Park atop Deolo Hill featuring mountain views, hang gliding, landscaped gardens & picnic spots.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Narayani Dham Temple, Narayani Nagar Pune-Satara Road, Katraj, Pune 411046 India
Sprawling Hindu temple complex noted for its landscaped garden, ornate statues & colorful sanctuary.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tharpa Choling Monastery, Off KD Pradhan Rd, Kalimpong India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: The Soods Garden
Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Resort
Day 6: Gangtok - Amidst The Himalayas and its mystic aura, Gangtok is a place to find peace and calm.
Stop At: Gangtok, Gangtok, East Sikkim, Sikkim
Discover Gangtok through the amazing valleys of the Himalaya. Live and learn about Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
Duration: 3 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options:
Affordable: Vatika Himalayan Resort
Semi Luxury: Summet Denzong Hotel
Luxury: Heritage Denzong Regency
Day 7: Ganktok - Live and learn about Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.
Stop At: Banjhakri Water Falls, 4 Km From Gangtok, Gangtok 737101 India
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ganesh Tok View Point, East District, Gangtok 737101 India
Quaint Hindu temple with sweeping hilltop views, plus a cafe offering drinks & light bites.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Do Drul Chorten Stupa, Near Gangtok Centre, Gangtok India
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
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Enchey Monastery, Gangtok-Nathula Road, Gangtok 737103 India
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tashi View Point, Gangtok India
Binoculars are recommended at this viewing platform for observing Kanchenjunga & surrounding hills.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options:
Affordable: Vatika Himalayan Resort
Semi Luxury: Summet Denzong Hotel
Luxury: Heritage Denzong Regency
Day 8: Lachung - A picturesque small mountain village with a variety of 24 breathtaking Himalayan flowers
Stop At: Lachung, Lachung, North Sikkim, Sikkim
Enroute visit Singhik View point, Seven Sister Water Fall and Naga Water Fall.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Bhewma Falls, Shankar Road, Lachung 737120 India
Gorgeous waterfalls situated at Khedum village near Lachung in North Sikkim.
Duration: 2 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options:
Affordable: Summit Alpine Resort
Semi Luxury: Summit Khangri Karpo
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Resort
Day 9: Lachung
Stop At: Lachung Monastery, Lachung India
Lachung Monastery is a Nyingma Buddhist gompa in the Lachung Valley. It was established in 1880. Lachung means a 'small mountain'.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lachung, Lachung, North Sikkim, Sikkim
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.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options:
Affordable:Summit Alpine Resort
SemiLuxury: Summit Khangri Karpo Retreat
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Resort
Day 10: Delhi
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of 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.
Duration: 5 hours
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Accommodation included: Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Day 11: Delhi - Departure
Stop At: New Delhi, New Delhi, National Capital Territory of Delhi
Relaxed and ready for travelling back home, your driver will take you to the airport as per your flight schedule.
Duration: 2 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.