“A Grand Weekend in Sikkim” [1N Kolkata, 2 Night Pelling, 2N Gangtok, 1 Night Lachung, 1 Night Gangtok, 1N Kolkata]:
Day 1 [Dhaka to Kolkata by air, Kolkata Stay]:
Board your from Dhaka International airport for Kolkata as per the scheduled time. Upon arrival in Kolkata, get a transfer to Kolkata hotel by personal car. Post refreshment, spend the day with leisure. Stay overnight in Kolkata.
Day 2 [Kolkata to Pakyong by Air, Pakyong Airport to Pelling City 127 km/6 hrs, one the way side scene, Pelling Stay]:
Board your flight from Kolkata to Pakyong (Gangtok)in the morning as per the scheduled time. Meet the driver at the airport and embark on to Pelling. The distance from airport to Pelling City is 6 hrs and 127 km approx. One the way scenic view will mesmerize you for sure. You will get the splendid view of Ra Bangla and its tea garden on your way to Pelling. You would also get an opportunity to visit the Samdruptse Hill to see the 45m-high statue of Padmasambhava (Guru Rimpoche) tinted with shimmering copper. Keep some time aside to see the fading historical photos of old Sikkim on the base of the statue and prayer room. Having explored these places, continue your holiday to Pelling. Upon arrival in Pelling, check into your hotel and overnight stay at Pelling.
Day 3 [Pelling Local Side scene & Pelling Stay]:
Today morning after sumptuous breakfast, proceed for a city tour visiting the Rambi Waterfall, Darap Village, Khechipalri Lake, Kanchenjunga Fall and Rock Garden.
Today, you explore the wonders of Pelling. Start your trip by visiting the Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim. Believed to be three hundred years old, the monastery features beautiful sculptures and paintings with an ancient scroll of Padmasambhava’s eight incarnations. Next, proceed to Rabdentse Ruins where you can see a stone throne, which comprises of 3 standing stones, called Namphogang.
After visiting Rabdentse Ruins, head to the Rambi Waterfall and then to Darap Village which is a tiny hamlet of the Limboo community and many other small families like Bhutias, Chettris, Tamangs, Rais, Gurungs and Lepcha. With the background of the beautiful hills, Darpa Village boasts of solitary places, far away from the urban cacophony.
Thereafter, visit Khecheopalri Lake, one of the largest and biggest lakes in Sikkim. Most magical part of the lake is that despite its location amidst the forest, the surface of the lake remains clean. If any leave falls, the birds quickly pick it up. Before heading to the hotel, you will be also visiting Kanchenjunga Fall and Rock Garden.
Having explored the iconic attractions, return to the hotel and overnight stay in Pelling.
Day 4 [Pelling to Gangtok by car 127 km/6 hrs, Gangtok Stay]:
Today morning after breakfast, check out of the hotel and proceed to Gantok. Thereafter make way to Gangtok which is 127 kilometres from Pelling At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid-19th century and has undergone rapid development since then. The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a traveller’s delight. During your few hours journey, you will receive gift hamper including chocolates, potato chips, mineral water etc. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and overnight stay at Gangtok.
Day 5 [Changu Lake & Baba Mandir excursion, Gangtok Stay]:
In the morning after breakfast, head out on an excursion to witness the gems of Sikkim. You will be first visiting the Changu or Tsomgo Lake which is barely 35 kilometers from Gangtok. The stunning view of the crystal clear lake amidst the snowy summits is a sight to behold.
Next, visit Baba Mandir after travelling for 18 kilometres cutting and running through the snow-capped mountains. Baba Mandir is a memorial commemorated to the brave of Indian Army who lost his life around 30 years back in this region. (Kindly note Nathula Pass is completely restricted for all the foreign citizen except Indians, hence we won’t go to Nathula Pass).
Having explored the iconic attractions, return to the Hotel. Spend the evening at your own. Overnight stay in Gangtok.
Day 6 [Gangtok to Lachung by car, 117km/7 hrs, one the way side scene, Stay in Lachung]:
In the morning after the breakfast, drive to Lachung. En route, visit various villages and water falls like Seven sister waterfall, Singhik view point, Naga waterfall. Check-in at the hotel, take your complimentary dinner. Overnight stay in Lachung.
Day 7 [Yumthang Vally excursion, Yumthung to Gangtok by car 127 km/7 hrs, Gangtok hotel stay]:
In the morning after the breakfast check out from hotel and proceed for the much awaited journey to Yumthang valley which is known as “Valley of flowers”. This ultimate journey to Yumthang valley is beautiful which takes you to the different world with ice spilling on roads. On the way back visit Rhododendron flower sanctuary and hot springs. Arrive in Gangtok by late evening. Stay overnight at Gangtok.
Day 8 [Gangtok City to Pakyong Airport by Car 30 km/1:30 hrs, Pakyong to Kolkata by Air, Kolkata Stay]:
At morning take breakfast, you shall be transferred to Pakyong Airport by car which is 30km/1:30 hrs driver. Take your flight as per the scheduled time. Upon arrival in Kolkata in the evening, get transferred to the hotel. Spend the evening with shopping and other personal activities. Stay overnight in Kolkata hotel.
Day 9 [Kolkata half day Shopping & Kolkata to Dhaka by Air]:
After breakfast spend half day with shopping and other personal activities. Later take your flight for Kolkata international airport to board your flight for Dhaka and reach Dhaka safely in the evening.
Trip ended with memories unlimited!
Hotel Envisaged (3/4):
01 Night at The Maureen (3), Kolkata Airport/Similar.
02 Night at Summit Nawa Regency & Spa (4), Pelling/Similar.
02 Nights at Summit Golden Crecent Resort & Spa (4), Gangtok/Similar.
01 Night at Summit Alpine Resort (3), Lachung/Similar.
02 Nights at Summit Golden Crecent Resort & Spa (4), Gangtok/Similar.
01 Night at Dee Empresa New Market (3), Kolkata/Similar.
**Hotel are subject to availability at the time of booking. Early check in and late checkout is strictly depends on hotel authorities.
Package Inclusions:
Dhaka-Kolkata-Dhaka by Air.
Kolkata-Pakyong-Kolkata by Air.
PAP-Protected Area Permit from Local Authority.
Entire trip with buffet breakfast and 3/4 accommodation as per the hotel meal plan.
Transfer & side scenes in Non AC Vehicle “Gangtok” trip as per the itinerary.
Local permit & side scene to Pelling as per the itinerary.
Local permit & side scene to Tsongo Lake & Baba Mandir has been included as per itinerary.
Local permit & side scene to Yumthung Valley has been included as per itinerary.
All applicable hotel and transport taxes and driver’s allowances, fuel charges, parking charging are included.
All kind of service charges has been included.
All kind of transfer has been included as per the itinerary.
Exclusion:
Inner Line Permit (INP) from Indian High Commission in Dhaka (which guest have to apply directly, however we will assist you to obtain such permit).
Visa fee as per the Indian High Commission.
Lunch & Dinner.
Items of personal nature like tips, laundry, telephone, beverages, medical etc.
Entrance fee /Rides fee at any place during the tour.
Anything not mentioned in the package includes section.
Additional sightseeing or usages of vehicle not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional Terms & Conditions:
In case of natural calamities/road blockage/political problem/train cancelled or schedule change itinerary may be change prior information to guests and all the additional charges will be borne by guests on spot payment basis. In case of trip cancelled due to natural calamities, refund is totally depend on respective service provider and even in some cases no refund can also be get.
Important Remark for Sikkim:
As we know Sikkim is controversial area between India & China hence several restrictions has imposed by Indian Government. Kindly remember Inner Line Permit (INP) which you will obtain from Indian High Commission in Dhaka is only to enter in Sikkim and Gangtok. To go other places like Protected Area Permit (PAP) will be required, which we will arrange (free of cost). Do please always keep at least 10 copy of passport size photograph, photo copy of passport (with visa page and arrival stamp) to get the same.
Cancellation Policy:
In case, travellers want to cancel their trip, no refund.
Package Cost:
Tk. 57,000/adult, Tk. 54,000/child with bed, Tk. 49,000/child without bed, Tk. 8,000/infant.
**Package rate is valid subject to availability of airfare
