The places you are going to enjoy in this tour package.
Kolkata
Darjeeling
Sikkim
Enchey Monastery
Kalimpong
Day 1-3
Arrival in Kolkata and Darjeeling
Day 1: Arrival in Kolkata. Spend the day exploring the city.
Day 2: Fly to Bagdogra. From there, drive to Darjeeling. Enjoy the scenic beauty en route.
Day 3: Explore Darjeeling. Visit Tiger Hill at dawn to witness the sunrise over Kanchenjunga. Visit the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, and the Tibetan Refugee Center. Take a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train).
Day 4-5
Darjeeling Tea Plantation Experience
Day 4: Visit a tea estate and learn about the tea-making process. Participate in plucking and processing tea leaves. Taste and buy authentic Darjeeling tea.
Day 5: Engage in a more in-depth exploration of the tea estates. Learn about the history and significance of tea in Darjeeling. Enjoy some leisure time to explore the town.
Day 6-8
Sikkim - Gangtok and Pelling
Day 6: Travel to Gangtok in Sikkim. Visit Rumtek Monastery and enjoy the view from Tashi Viewpoint.
Day 7: Explore Gangtok. Visit Enchey Monastery, Do Drul Chorten, and the Institute of Tibetology.
Day 8: Drive to Pelling. Visit Pemayangtse Monastery and Rabdentse Ruins. Enjoy the panoramic views of Kanchenjunga and the Himalayas.
Day 9-10
Kalimpong and Nature's Retreat
Day 9: Travel to Kalimpong. Visit Durpin Dara, Zang Dhok Palri Phodang Monastery, and Pine View Nursery.
Day 10: Enjoy a nature retreat. Visit Deolo Hill and Cactus Nursery. Spend leisure time exploring the town.
Day 11-13
Return to Kolkata
Day 11: Drive back to Bagdogra and fly back to Kolkata.
Day 12: Explore Kolkata. Visit Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, and Mother House (Mother Teresa's Tomb).
Day 13: Departure from Kolkata.
Activities
Darjeeling: Witness the sunrise at Tiger Hill, explore the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, visit tea estates, and experience the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Tea Plantation Experience: Engage in plucking and processing tea leaves, understand the art of making Darjeeling tea, and taste various blends.
Gangtok and Pelling: Explore monasteries, viewpoints, and delve into the unique culture of Sikkim.
Kalimpong: Enjoy nature’s retreat, visit viewpoints, and explore the charming town.
This itinerary provides an immersive experience in the Himalayan region, focusing on Darjeeling and the surrounding areas, offering a blend of cultural exploration, natural beauty, and the iconic tea plantation experience.
