Gangtok, capital of Sikkim is the gateway of east and north Sikkim. Here the capital sprawls over a forested hill that overlooks Mt. Khangchendzonga, guardian deity of Sikkim. Since 1894 to 1975 it served as the royal and administrative headquarters to the former kingdom, and even today it still bears a regal character. In the Sikkimese Bhutia language ‘gang’ means flat and ‘tok’ means hill. Today, the ‘flat hill’ is better known as ‘the Ridge’, which then apparently was the choice plot to erect the king’s Palace also includes 'Tsuk-La-Khang' the royal chapel, and ‘Tashiling’, the State Secretariat. Every spur extending off Gangtoks’ hill is the setting of a significant site. Above the Ridge of the palace grounds is the Enchey Monastery, and around a hundred meters below is the main bazaar and commercial hub, the half-kilometer long straight and flat street. On the next spur below is the Lall Bazaar, an open air bazaar, now renovated into a super-market. Further below on a saddle leading to next spur is Deorali, now a busy street on the road to Gangtok bustling with shops

Day 1: BAGDOGRA-KALIMPONG (3650 M), 125 KMS
Upon arrival at Bagdogra airport you will be met by our representative & drive to Darjeeling. On arrival transfer to Hotel. In the afternoon a leisure stroll around Darjeeling.

Day 2: DARJEELING
Sightseeing of Kalimpong and transfer to Darjeeling.

Day 3: DARJEELING
After breakfast ‘joy ride’ on the ancient Himalayan train then visit the Mountaineering Institute and other spots of interest.

Day 4: GANGTOK
Early morning view sunrise at Tiger hill and proceed to Gangtok via Rumtek monastery.

Day 5: GANGTOK
Sightseeing tour of Gangtok

Day 6: GANGTOK
Visit Tsomgo Lake

Day 10: GANGTOK-BAGDOGRA
Early morning breakfast at hotel & transfer to Bagdogra Airport for your connecting flight back home.

Cost Includes:

1. Sikkim permits
2. Monument entrance fees as per itinerary
3. Twin share accommodation
4. Daily breakfasts
5. Guided tours and transfers as per given itinerary

Note:
Delhi, Kolkata or Nepal extension programs prior & after the trip are available: Please click here to see the extension program we have to offer.

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