Best 7 Days 6 Nights Bagdogra Vacation Package

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Welcome to your ‘super saver Northeast’ tour. On arrival at the Airport in Bagdogra, meet and greet by our representative. Later, proceed towards Gangtok - the capital of sikkim. Loacted,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 travellers delight. On arrival, check into your hotel. Rest of the evening is at leisure for Independent activities. Overnight in Gangtok. (Meals: Dinner)

After breakfast, proceed on a city tour of Gangtok visit Do Drul Chorten, Namgyal Institute o Tibetology(closed on Sundays), Cottage Industry(closed on Sundays) and Flower Exhibition Centre . Do Drul Chorten:This huge stupa or monument is located at a short walking distance from the Research Institute of Tibetology and on a hillock. Car will drop you at the base from where a short but steep uphill pathway leads to the stupa. This chorten is regarded as one of the most important chortens of Sikkim. The stupa is surrounded by 108 prayer wheels all of which have mantras inscribed on them in Tibetan. Namgyal Institute of Tibetology:It is one of the most important and famous institutes in the world that does research in the areas of Tibetan language and culture. It also has in its premises a museum, a Tibetan library with rich collections and also a reference center about Tibet and Himalayas in general.

After an early morning breakfast, we proceed to visit Tsomgo Lake - loacted 35 Kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters. Also,visit Baba Mandir - loacted at an altitude of 13,123 ft bulit in the memory of brave soldier Baba Harbhajan Singh. It is believed that the temple has wish fulfilling powers. Later, drive back to your hotel in Gangtok. The rest of the evening is at leisure. Overnight stay in Gangtok. (Meals: Breakfast & Dinner).

After breakfast, proceed towards Kalimpong located in the Himalayan foothills of West Bengal. On arrival, check into your hotel. Later, afternoon proceed for a Half day city tour of Kalimpong visiting Zang Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery, Tharpa Choling Monastery, Thongsa Gumpa and flower nurseries. Zang Dog Palri Fo Brang Monastery: This site holds great religious significance for the Tibetan Buddhism followers. The monastery is a fine example of the Buddhist style of architecture, which is simple yet splendid. Tharpa Choling Monastery: founded in the year 1912 by Domo Geshe Rinpoche, is counted amongst the oldest Gelugpa monasteries in the country. Perched on a hilltop in Kalimpong, this beautiful Gompa with its colourful idols of the presiding deity creates a perfect peaceful ambience. Thongsa Gumpa:The Gompa was founded in 1678, but the present main building, surrounded by 220 small prayer wheels, was built in the 19th century after the Gorkhas rampaged across Sikkim.

After breakfast, proceed towards Darjeeling - Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. On arrival, check into your hotel. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the beautiful city on your own. Overnight in Darjeeling. (Meals: Breakfast & Dinner)

Early morning visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise and Himalayan Range like Kanchendzonga (world’s third highest mountain). One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden. Also, visit Ghoom Monastery which is oldest Monastery in the area which was built in 1875 and one can see the image of Mythey Buddha 15ft. height on the way back from Tiger Hill. Later, drive back to your hotel. After breakfast, proceed on a Half day city tour of Darjeeling visiting Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tibetan Refugee Centre(closed on Sunday), Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock and Happy Valley Tea Estate(from outside).

Today, we conclude our ‘Super saver Northeast’ tour. You will be transferred to Airport in Bagdogra with sweet memories of the tour.