excellent darjeeling holiday & tour packages with cox & kings, india

ITINERARY IN DETAIL

Day01 Arrive Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri * Onto Kalimpong (79 kms / approx. 3 hour drive)

Welcome to Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri. On arrival at the airport in Bagdogra / railway station in New Jalpaiguri, you will betransferred to Kalimpong for your stay.Note: On arrival at NJP, our representative will be holding a placard near the main gate (Please note at NJP Station there are 02Exit gates for passengers and clients are requested to come near the main exit gate).The rest of the evening is at leisure.Overnight in Kalimpong - None (Meals on your own)

Day02 Onto Gangtok (85 kms / approx. 3 hour drive)

This morning, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Kalimpong. Later in the afternoon, proceed on a picturesque drive to Gangtok where onarrival, you will check-in to your hotel.The rest of the day is at leisure.Overnight in Gangtok (B)

Day03 Gangtok

This morning, proceed on a city tour visiting Do Drul Chorten, the Enchey Monastery having sacred gold-topped shikhara with108 prayer wheels and the marvellous collection of orchids in the Orchid Sanctuary, which has more than 200 varieties oforchids (which bloom in April - May). Situated near the orchid sanctuary, one can see young lamas working, learning andworshiping at Chorten. Later, proceed to Enchey Ancient Monastery, which is more than 200 years old and provides the bestviews of the mountain range of Kanchenjunga. The rest of the day is at leisure for you to explore and enjoy the traditional music show and cultural activities (on your own).Overnight in Gangtok (B)

Day04 Gangtok

Early in the morning, depart for a half-day excursion to Tshangu Lake. With an average depth of 50 ft, the cool water of the lakeis perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. The lake freezes completely during the winter and is much revered by thelocals. Enjoy a Yak ride around this lake (on your own). Note: One has to obtain a permit directly in Gangtok to visit Tshangu Lake.The rest of the day is at leisure. Why not indulge in some shopping at local shops for tibetan items which include lovely idols ofLord Buddha, silver jewellery, tribal handicrafts, trinkets, silk robes, aromatic spices etc (on your own). Overnight in Gangtok (B)

Day05 On to Pelling (117 kms / approx. 4 hour drive)

This morning, proceed on drive to Pelling , en route visiting the Rumtek Monastery. Rumtek monastery exhibits Tibetanmonastic art in Sikkim known for its unique traditional architecture, beautifully carved and painted woodwork and splendidmurals.Arrive into Pelling, where you will check-in to your hotel.The rest of the day is at leisure for independent activities. Overnight in Pelling (B)

Day06 Pelling

Today, you will proceed on a half day sightseeing tour including a visit to the Khecheopalri Lake which is also known as thewishing lake. The lake is surrounded by blooming forest and is considered as one of the sacred lakes of Sikkim both by theBuddhist and the Hindus. Hence, no water sport or other activities besides prayers are allowed around the lake.The rest of the day is at leisure.

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‘SPLENDOURS OF THE EAST’09 Days / 08 Nights

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Overnight in Pelling (B)

Day07 On to Darjeeling (75 kms / approx. 2 1/2 hour drive)

This morning, you will visit the Pelling Monastery following which you will drive to the Victorian hill station of Darjeeling. Onarrival, you will check-in to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure for shopping or exploring the hill station (on your own).Overnight in Darjeeling (B)

Day08 Darjeeling

Early morning, tour to Tiger Hills to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). Passing through primitiveforests of Oak, Magnolia etc. with beautiful ferns ablaze with colour, adorning the hill-sides is the steeply ascending road toSenchal , running through Ghoom on its way to Tiger Hill , 11 kms from the town and at an elevation of 2,590m (8482 ft). Thewarm glow and the brilliant hues that the rising sun casts over the entire setting is a treat for the eyes. On the way back, visitGhoom Monastery, and other places of interest.The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore the local markets (on your own) lined with Tibetans selling hand-knittedsweaters and souvenir shops chock-full of Himalayan artifacts and both real and imitation antiques.Overnight in Darjeeling (B)

Day09 Depart Darjeeling * Onto Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri (94 kms / approx. 3 hour drive)

Today, bid farewell to 'Splendours of the East' tour, as you are transferred to the airport in Bagdogra / railway station in NewJalpaiguri for your onward journey. Please do give us your valuable suggestions on [email protected] (B)

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INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS

Holiday Price Includes

Accommodation in the hotels listed or similar hotels.Transportation - Entire round trip journey Ex- Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri by Non Air-Conditioned Indica / Wagon R / Tata Sumo orsimilar (01 - 03 pax) and Non Air-Conditioned Tata Sumo or Similar (04 - 06 pax) . Vehicle is as per the itinerary and not ondisposal basis.Local sightseeing in Gangtok will be done by Non Air-Conditioned Wagon R or similar and local sightseeing in Pelling will be doneby Non Air-Conditioned Jeep / Tata Sumo. Vehicle is as per the itinerary and not on disposal basis.Meals - Daily buffet breakfast as per the itinerary.Travel Insurance.All currently applicable taxes i.e. Hotel tax and Transportation tax.

Holiday Price Excludes

Any transport to / from Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri. Your tour price starts Ex Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri.Air, Train or Bus fare from / to your originating city of stay, unless specified.Any meals / en route meals unless specified.Items of personal nature viz, tips, porterage, room service, laundry, mineral water, alcoholic or non alcoholic beverages, phonecalls, additional sightseeing tours and excursions not included in the itinerary, still or video camera fees etc.Any rides, safaris, boating charges, additional sightseeing tours other than the mentioned under inclusions.Any increase in fuel cost, government taxes, entrance fees, intra and interstate taxes etc, the tour price will be amended inaccordance.Entrance fees and guide charges wherever applicable.Any items / services not specifically mentioned in the 'Tour Price Includes' column.Supplement charges applicable for long weekends and festivals.3.09 % Govt. Service Tax.

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PRICE / DATES

Ex - Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri Valid From - 01, April 2015 Valid To - 30, September 2015

Economy

Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis 30599.00

Cost per person on twin sharing basis ( 04 Pax) 24399.00

On Triple Sharing 23399.00

Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with extra bed (or mattress) 9099.00

Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with no bed (or mattress) 5299.00

Per Person on Single Occupancy with family 57999.00

On Single Occupancy 58499.00

Standard

Per Person on Twin Sharing Basis 34099.00

Cost per person on twin sharing basis ( 04 Pax) 28299.00

On Triple Sharing 26199.00

Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with extra bed (or mattress) 10199.00

Child Between (5 - 12 Yrs) with no bed (or mattress) 7199.00

Per Person on Single Occupancy with family 65799.00

On Single Occupancy 67699.00

Notes :

Cox and Kings terms and conditions apply.Arrival into and departure from Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri would be on your own arrangements.Please contact our sales staff to give you best flight deals.Do carry comfortable walking shoes.All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions, political conditions in the destination.Local sightseeing in Gangtok will be done by non air-conditioned Wagon R or similar for all Economyand Standard categories as per the regulation of the local transport associations. The vehicle will be forpoint to point transfers and not at disposal.Local sightseeing in Pelling will be done by Non Air-Conditioned Jeep / Tata Sumo for all Economy andStandard as per the regulation of the local transport associations. The vehicle will be for point to pointtransfers and not at disposal.On arrival at NJP our representative will be holding a placard near the main gate (Please note at NewJalpaiguri Station there are 02 Exit Gates for passengers and clients are requested to come near the

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Main Exit Gate).All the prices are for Indian nationals only, unless specified.2 photographs are required for the Tshangu Lake permit.It is mandatory to carry a valid photo identity card (Passport / Voter ID card - Passport should have avalidity of minimum 6 months).

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DEPARTURE DATES

Bagdogra

06 Jun 2015 07 Jun 2015 08 Jun 2015 09 Jun 2015 10 Jun 2015





01 Jul 2015 02 Jul 2015 03 Jul 2015 04 Jul 2015 05 Jul 2015






31 Jul 2015 01 Aug 2015 02 Aug 2015 03 Aug 2015 04 Aug 2015

05 Aug 2015 06 Aug 2015 07 Aug 2015 08 Aug 2015 09 Aug 2015





30 Aug 2015 31 Aug 2015 01 Sep 2015 02 Sep 2015 03 Sep 2015

04 Sep 2015 05 Sep 2015 06 Sep 2015 07 Sep 2015 08 Sep 2015





29 Sep 2015 30 Sep 2015

New Jalpaiguri




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31 Jul 2015 01 Aug 2015 02 Aug 2015 03 Aug 2015 04 Aug 2015






30 Aug 2015 31 Aug 2015 01 Sep 2015 02 Sep 2015 03 Sep 2015






29 Sep 2015 30 Sep 2015

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HOTEL INFO

ECONOMY

City Hotel Name No of Nights

Kalimpong Park Hotel/sood Garden Retreat Or Similar 01

Gangtok Sikkim Retreat / The Ridge / Rendezvous (dlx) / Sai Residency Or Similar 03

Pelling Sikkim Tourist Centre / De Regency / Tashigang Resort Or Similar 02

Darjeeling Hotel Sunflower / Hotel Yuma / Hotel Mohit / Golden Heights Enclave OrSimilar

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STANDARD

City Hotel Name No of Nights

Kalimpong Himalayan Hotel/anand Portico Or Similar 01

Gangtok Dewachen Retreat / Sidlon Residency / New Castle / Bella Casa Similar 03

Pelling Pachu Village Resort Or Similar 02

Darjeeling The Retreat Or Similar Or Similar 02

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