“7N/8D Tranquil Trails: Gangtok–Pelling–Darjeeling”

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a full-day excursion to Tsomgo Lake (Changu Lake), located 35 km from Gangtok at 12,400 feet. The lake, fed by melting snow, is known for its stunning scenery and the legend lamas used to forecast the future by analyzing its color. Key Pointers:

• Excursion:Full-day trip to Tsomgo Lake.
• Distance:35 km from Gangtok.
• Altitude:12,400 feet.
• Lake Source:Fed by melting snow from surrounding mountains.
• Legend:Lamas could predict the future based on the lake’s color.

An overview of the Gangtok sightseeing day- • Visit to Tashi View Point for scenic views. • Visit to Hanuman Tok & Ganesh Tok temples. • Visit to Enchey Monastery. • Visit to Flower Exhibition Centre. • Visit to Do Drul Chorten stupa. • Visit to Namgyal Institute of Tibetology. • Visit to Cottage Industry. • Experience cable car ride. • Visit to Bakthang Falls.

Morning: Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Pelling: Travel from Gangtok to Pelling via Namchi & Ravangla. Sightseeing:

• Namchi Chardham: Visit Char Dham including Sai Mandir & replicas of major pilgrimage sites
• Ravangla Buddha Park: Explore Buddha Park with a 130-ft Buddha statue

Pelling Sightseeing Tour:

• Kanchenjunga Falls – Scenic waterfall named after Mt. Kanchenjunga
• Pemayangtse Monastery – One of the oldest monasteries
• Rimbi Waterfall – Beautiful natural spot
• Khecheopalri Lake – Sacred and serene lake
• Orange Garden: Visit local orchards
• Rabdentse Ruins – Historic former capital

Highlights: Tea plantations & views of Kanchenjunga Optional

• Sky Walk:
• Singshore Bridge:

Breakfast at the Hotel: Enjoy your breakfast before heading out. Travel to Darjeeling: Proceed to Darjeeling, a charming hill station in West Bengal. Historical Significance: Once a summer retreat for British Raj elites, now famous for its toy train and tea gardens. Key Features:

• Toy Train: Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, completed in 1881
• Tea Plantations: Known worldwide for distinctive black tea
• Scenic Backdrop: Views of Kanchenjunga, one of the highest peaks in the world

Early Morning: Visit Tiger Hill for sunrise over Kanchenjunga & Mount Everest. Sightseeing: Explore Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Breakfast: Return to hotel. City Tour: Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Centre, plus Tenzing Rock, tea estates & Japanese Peace Pagoda. Notes: Tiger Hill pass limited (600 cars/day); Toy train optional.

Breakfast at the hotel and drive from Darjeeling to Bagdogra Airport / NJP Railway Station for your onward journey