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DAY 1: BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI - GANGTOK

Arrive at Bagdogra Airport/New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and take a transfer to Gangtok (114 km / 4.5 hrs). Located at an altitude of 5500 ft, Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim and is a beautiful and clean town promising the best monasteries and landscapes. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Stay overnight at hotel.

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DAY 2: GANGTOK SIGHTSEEING

In the morning, go on a half day sightseeing tour in and around this capital city of Sikkim, covering Chortan, Stupa, Institute of Tibetology (closed on Sunday) Institute of Handicrafts and Handlooms (closed on Sunday). After lunch, visit Rumtek Monastery and Dharma Chakra Centre (24 kms/45 mins), the sect of the Kagyu order.

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DAY 3: EXCURSION TO TSOMGO LAKE

Go on a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (12,400 ft), which is only 32 km from Gangtok, the lake is almost about one km long, oval in shape and 15 metres deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people. Spend the evening at leisure in Gangtok for shopping.

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DAY 4: GANGTOK TO PEMAYANGTSE

In the morning, transfer to Pemayangtse (123 km/6.5 hrs) - en route visit Ravangla - a small township in South Sikkim. Located at an altitude of 6,800 ft, Pemayangtse is a very small Himalayan village in West Sikkim. Pelling is the nearest motorable point from Mt. Kanchendzonga, world's 3rd highest peak and offers a good sunrise view and day long view of Khangchendzonga and the entire Eastern Himalayan range.

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DAY 5: PEMAYANGTSE SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast, go on a half day sightseeing tour in and around Pemayangtse, covering Rimbi Falls, Sacred Khechodpalri Lake, Kanchendzonga Falls, Rimbi Power Project and Pemayangtse Monastery - the 2nd oldest monastery of Sikkim. Return to hotel for lunch and enjoy the evening at leisure.

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DAY 6: PEMAYANGTSE TO DARJEELING

In the morning, take a transfer to Darjeeling; en-route, visit Pemayangtse Monastery (128 km/5 hrs). Once the summer capital of India, Darjeeling is a land of infinite variety and charm. It offers a varied experience of nature and charming Himalayan people. It is the place of Dorje, the mystic thunderbolt of the Lama - religion. Surrounded by tea gardens, this little town faces some of the Himalayas highest peaks. Take a break to rest and then walk around town to appreciate the culture and beauty. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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DAY 7: DARJEELING SIGHTSEEING

Early in the morning, go to Tiger Hill to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on Mt. Kanchendzonga (world's 3rd highest peak). Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial while returning to the hotel. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel followed by half day local sightseeing covering Padmaja N. Zoological Garden (closed on Thursday), Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (closed on Thursday), Tibetian Refugee Self-help Center (closed on Sunday) and visit the Mall and local market (closed on Thursday). Enjoy the evening by yourself or indulge in some shopping. Stay overnight at the hotel.

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DAY 8: DARJEELING - BAGDOGRA / NEW JALPAIGURI

Transfer to Bagdogra Airport / New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (95 km/3 hrs) to continue onward journey. End of tour.

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HOTEL SONAR BANGLA

City: Darjeeling

Location
Hotel Sonar Bangla is located in the heart of Darjeeling, only a short walk from The Mall. Hotel Sonar Bangla is a well facilitated budget property.

Room Amenities
The rooms at the hotel are appointed with facilities such as satellite television and en suite washrooms that have running hot and cold water all 24 hours. Some rooms look over to the beautiful Mt. Kanchanjangha.

Dining
Hotel Sonar Bangla has a multi cuisine restaurant that serves a range of delectable delicacies.

Hotel Facilities
The hotel offers facilities such as sightseeing and doctor on call. For the conveneince of guests, credit cards are also accepted.

THE ARYAN REGENCY

City: Pelling

Location
Situated in west Sikkim to the east of Himalayas at a height of 6100 feet is Pelling, away from the capital of Sikkim (Gangtok) is The Aryan Regency. The imposing building is only 125 km from railway station (NJP) and 118 km from the bus stand of Siliguri and 124 km from Bagdogra Airport.

Nested in the top of Himalayas and bounded by some of the highest mountain peaks and natural surroundings, The Aryan Regency provides neat, comfortable and homely accommodations in the midst of nature. The scenic view of snowy peaks from every floor of the rooms which offers you the pleasure of the mystic height of Mt. Kanchendzonga range and surrounding hills which is breathtaking.

Rooms
The Aryan Regency is a 3-star property boasting of 18 well appointed rooms categorized as Super Deluxe and Suites. The rooms are perfectly equipped with modern comforts, including cable television, intercom and direct dial telephones, mineral water, daily newspaper and room heater. A perfect combination of beautifully dressed beds, well designed furniture, big comfortable and hygienic bathroom with 24 Hour hot and cold running water, toiletries, geyser and shower area brought together to make your stay luxurious and memorable.

Dining
The Aryan Regency provide you with a wide variety of pure vegetarian cuisines at 'Masala', the restaurant that serves stylish and mouth watering food and snacks. The Aryan's also provide you with delicious local and traditional delicacies. The 'Masala' has set a special table for Nepali meal served in a typical Nepali style. The 'Masala' also has a bar which offers 'Chaang' a local preparation of fermented millet. The drink is served in a bamboo container with a hollow bamboo straw. A junction of varieties of imported liquors, wine and mixed drinks, cocktails, mocktails are served with melodious music.

Facilities
The hotel operates a travel desk and provides doctor on call, laundry, taxi and guide and sightseeing services.

HOTEL BLUE POPPY

City: Gangtok

Location: Hotel Blue Poppy in Gangtok, Sikkim is a 3-star facility situated near the Paljor Stadium. Located on B.R Ambedkar Marg, the hotel has Bagdogra airport at a distance of 124 km and NJP railway station 114 km away. With its luxurious and comfortable accommodation, Hotel Blue Poppy is a 3-star property offering one of the finest staying options in Gangtok. Rooms: Hotel Blue Poppy offers Super Deluxe Rooms equipped with satellite television, intercom, sofa unit, study table and room heater. The bathrooms have geysers fitted and provide a supply of hot and cold water. Facilities: The hotel operates a travel desk and parking facility and provides doctor on call, laundry, taxi and guide and sightseeing services on a chargeable basis.