Tour of the North East

Day 01 : Bagdogra / Darjeeling
Pick- up by a NAC Maruti Van from Bagdogra Airport to be taken to Darjeeling, the "Queen of the hill stations" , its name derived from "Dorje-Line" which means the place of "Dorje", the mystic thunderbolt. Covering a distance of 120 kms over a drive of 3.5 hrs along winding roads ,its an experience of unforgettable beauty. Checkin at hotel. Overnight at the hotel

Day 02 : Darjeeling
Start the day at 4am with an early morning trip to Tiger Hill to catch the sunrise from behind the majestic Kunchenjunga range. On the way back visit the Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop. Back to the hotel for breakfast . Spend the rest of the day recouping the lost sleep. Walk to the mall, do some shopping or lazy around at "Chowrasta" - the meeting point. Night Halt at Darjeeling.

Day 03 : Darjeeling
After breakfast take a trip to "Mirik" - the newest hill-station in the Darjeeling hills. Famous for its squash (the vegetable) & the picturesque lake, this quiet township is also surrounded by gardens which produce some of the finest teas. Located at almost 6000 ft, the lake offers boating and fishing apart from a view of snowcapped peaks. Enjoy the fulfilling experience of Nature in its purest form mingled with the unique culture prevalent here. Spend the rest of the day at Mirik to reach Darjeeling back by sunset. Night Halt at Darjeeling.

Day 04 : Darjeeling / Gangtok
After an early Breakfast start for a 3hr 30mins journey to the Land of the Pristine and unspoilt natural beauty - Sikkim , with alpine landscapes and thick luxuriant forests, rivers in torrent and peaceful lakes. Lunch at hotel Oriental Gangtok. Relax through the rest of the day. Night halt at Gangtok.

Day 05 : Gangtok
After breakfast proceed for Tsomgo (changu) lake at an altitute of 12,000 ft (a full day trip) This lake is located very close to Nathula Pass which is the entry point to China termed as the "Silk Route". It remains frozen for most parts of the year. Enjoy the surroundings, majestic peaks, clean fresh air. Evening free for leisure or go shopping for Sikkimese traditional handicrafts. Night Halt at Gangtok.

Day 06 : Gangtok/Kalimpong
Proceed to Kalimpong a drive of 80 kms also called the garden of flowers. This town has almost everything- scenic beauty, flowers, greenery, waters, mists, clouds etc..

Checkin at hotel Kalimpong Park one of the top end hotels. After lunch proceed for a half day sightseeing of Durpin Hill (which has the famous Zong Dog Palri Fo- Brang Monastery which belongs to the same Buddhist sect as the present Dalai Lama) , Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Chitra Bhanu & Kalim Temple, Dr Graham's Homes complex with its historic church & well maintained grounds, Delo Hill (appears to be the roof- of- the- world). Delo also has the towns picturesque water reservoir. Then on to Mangal Dham Temple, Kalimpong Arts & Crafts Centre, Nature Interpretation Centre (Forest Museum). Evening at leisure with a visit to the local market which bustles with activity. Night halt at Kalimpong.

Day 07 : Kalimpong/Bagdogra
After Breakfast Depart to Bagdogra.

End of Tour