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Colonial Kolkata, Tea Estate & Buddhist Monasteries

Informazioni generali

DurataDestinazionePartenza
9 giorni e 8 notti
India (Calcutta, Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok, Kalimpong)
India (Calcutta)

Descrizione

The private tour will begin in Kolkata a colonial city having many monuments of British Raj. Fly to Bagdogra the gateway to Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok - Kalimpong the hill town in East India, once a favorite Hill station for British & Scottish. Hike to Tiger Hill for sunrise view, enjoy joy ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Rail, walk in a tea estate, interact with locals, hop off to shops visit many monasteries the region.
The private tour will begin in Kolkata a colonial city having many monuments of British Raj. Fly to Bagdogra the gateway to Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok - Kalimpong the hill town in East India, once a favorite Hill station for British & Scottish. Hike to Tiger Hill for sunrise view, enjoy joy ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Rail, walk in a tea estate, interact with locals, hop off to shops visit many monasteries the region.

Categoria

 
3 star hotels (Tour privato)
Pernottamento e prima colazione 3 Stelle
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4 star hotels (Tour privato)
Pernottamento e prima colazione 4 Stelle
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5 star hotels (Tour privato)
Pernottamento e prima colazione 5 Stelle
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Programma

Day 1:
Arrive Kolkata
On arrival at Kolkata Airport assistance & transfer to hotel (standard hotel check in time 12pm). Rest time for personal activites & relax.
Overnight at hotel.

Day 2:
Kolkata
Full day city tour of Kolkata visiting Fort William, Victoria Memorial, Netaji Bhawan, Howrah Bridge, Dakshineswar Kali Temple & other landmark monuments of the city.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 3:
Kolkata - Bagdogra/ Darjeeling (62kms)
Transfer to airport to board flight for Bagdogra. On arrival transfer to Darjeeling check in at hotel. Darjeeling the Queen of Indias hills is a Victorian town of old world charm, surrounded by fragrant tea gardens. Rest time to relax and explore The Mall.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 4:
Darjeeling
Early morning 4am pick up for visiting Tiger Hill view colorful sunrise over Mt. Kangchenjunga. On way back visit Ghoom Monastery & Batasia Loop. Later visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoological Park (closed on Thursday) Tenzing Rock, Ropeway view point, Tibetans Refuge Center (closed on Sunday), Happy valley Tea Garden (outer view) and Lioyed botanical garden. Enjoy toy train ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. Visit a Tibetan village and Buddhist monasteries Chholing & Darli. Evening free to explore the market.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 5:
Darjeeling - Pelling (75kms)
Drive to Pelling check in at hotel. Later visit Pemayangtse Monastery, Rabdentse Ruins, Tashiding Monastery & Sanga Choeling Monastery. Also visit Rimbi water Falls.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 6:
Pelling - Gangtok (120kms)
Drive to Gangtok via NH 31A passing through Temi, Taraku, Singtam, Rangpo & Ranipool. The journey is surrounded by lush green forests and Tea Gardens with eye catching picturesque view. On arrival check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 7:
Gangtok
Excursion to Tsongo Lake a paradise for bird lovers. Next visit Do Drul Chorten, Himalayan Zoological Park, Directorate of Handicraft, Lal bazaar & The Mall.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 8:
Gangtok - Kalimpong (75kms)
Visit Rumtek Monastery, Bakthang Waterfall, Tashi Viewpoint & Enchey Monastery. Later drive to Kalimpong check in at hotel.
Overnight at hotel. Meal plan: B.

Day 9:
Kalimpong - Bagdogra (75kms)/ Kolkata
Visit colonial-era buildings MacFarlane Memorial Church & Dr. Grahams Homes. Also visit Durpin Monastery, Deolo Park, Thongsa Gompa & Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Gompa. Later transfer to Bagdogra airport to board flight for Kolkata.
Meal plan: B.

La quota include

• Assistance on arrival at airport.
• 8 Nights accommodation in selected price category hotels.
• Meal as per day plan (B- Breakfast, L- Lunch, D- Dinner)
• Private air conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
• English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
• Monuments entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
• Bottled drinking water in car.
• Government taxes.

La quota non include

• Kolkata - Bagdogra - Kolkata flight.
• Camera charges at monuments.
• Meals other than mentioned in day plan.
• Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
• Gratuities & optional activities.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Itinerario

Giorno Pernottamento Informazioni addizionali
1 UnratedCalcutta   Calcutta - Kolkata Airport
2 UnratedCalcutta
3 UnratedDarjeeling
4 UnratedDarjeeling
5 UnratedPelling
6 UnratedGangtok
7 UnratedGangtok
8 UnratedKalimpong
9   Calcutta

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DarjeelingCentral Heritage Resort & Spa/ Omega Residency o similareElgin Hotel/ The Royal Plaza o similareMayfair/ Windamere Hotel o similare
PellingGreen Leaf Resort/ The Pelling Resort o similareElgin Mt. Pandim/ Chumbi Mountain Retreat & Spa o similare
GangtokTamarind Hotels/ Hotel New Orchid o similareElgin NorKhill/ Saramsa Resort o similareMayfair Spa Resort & Casino/ WelcomHeritage Denzong Regency o similare
KalimpongKalimpong Village Retreat/ Summit Barsana Resort & Spa o similareElgin Silver Oaks/ Sinclairs Retreat o similareMayfair Himalayan Spa Resort/ Morgan House Tourist Lodge o similare