Darjeeling - Kalimpong - Gangtok Tour

Arrival at Bagdodra airport/ Jalpaiguri railway station, you will bwmet & assistedby our tour representative SHATAKAHI GROUP and get escorted to pre-booked hotel in Gangtok. 
Revered as the ‘land of monasteries, Gangtok is one of the top tourist destinations to visit in India. The city boasts of number of iconic monasteries, striking valleys, educational institutions, & wonderful sanctuaries. With its breathtaking attractions,Gangtok attractstravelers from all parts of India & across the globe. The place has much to offer when it comes to attractions.
You may visit Rumtek Monastery; largest Gompa in Sikkim, Saramsa Garden {a beautiful garden where you can see number of fruits & flowers planted}, Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary {wonderful sanctuary famous for varied flora and fauna} & Yumthang valley {the valley is home to Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary where there are 24 species of Rhododendron}.

After breakfast, proceed for short trip to Tsomgo Lake; one of the most popular tourist spots settled at an attitude up to 12, 400feet. The lake receives its water from the melting of snows of the mountains. The lake holds great religious importance among locals. Legends say that, Buddhist monks in earlier times predicted the future after the study of colour of water.
You may also indulge in wonderful yak and mule ride along the lake & adore the spectacular surrounding. There is also a Lord Shiva temple near the lake where you can offer sincere prayers to seek the blessings of the Lord.
Next you head towards Baba mandir which is another major tourist attraction in Gangtok. The holy shrine is placed at an altitude up to 1300feet. and is just few kilometers away from Tsomgo Lake.
Locals here claim that the temple was put up in the memory of Baba Harbhajan Singh (a soldier). In fact, the temple is also referred to as Baba Harbhajan Singh temple.
With some good, memories return back to the hotel. Rest of the day you can either shop at the lively bazaars of Gangtok or just loosen up in the hotel room.
Well, if you are in Gangtok, shopping becomes a must-do thing. The best-buys of the place are handicrafts, locally made artefacts, Tibetan carpets, shimmering jewelleries, alpine cheese, Sikkim tea, black cardamom and other traditional outfits.
Overnight stay in the hotel.

On Day 3rd, after your healthy breakfast & embark on a half day sightseeing tour to Gangtok & later in the evening proceed to Kalimpong.
During your Gangtok tour, you visit Directorate of handicraft handlooms Emporium; one among the few best places to shop in state Sikkim. Boasting of traditional motifs, Tibetan carpets & other excellent handicrafts including Thankas, Choksee & locally made furniture, the center was put up with an objective behind, to preserve and propagate the brilliant artifacts of local artisans. All the stuff you get here is unique & under your budget.
Prayers are offered by turning the wheel & chanting the mantra ‘Om Mane Padmane Hum’ inscribed on the wheels. The stupa was made under the supervision of Trulshik Rinpoche, the head of Nyingma sect of Tibetan Buddhism.
After travelling in and around Gangtok, straight away travel to Kalimpong. Situated on a ridge, overlooking Teesta River, Kalimpong is rich in terms of horticulture. From notable Buddhist monasteries to sanctified spots, Kalimpong has a lot to keep you engaged. It is a perfect place for history buffs.
Upon reaching Kalimpong, check in at a hotel & settle down. Rest of the evening is at leisure or you can also roam around the attractive nurseries & local markets which are full with paintings, statues, thankas & items made from bone.
Overnight stay in the hotel.                     

Day fourth is set out to explore Kalimpong. After your healthy breakfast, leave the hotel & drive through scenic road to Deolo hill; listed among the important places of interest to visit in Kalimpong. Deolo hill is one of the two hills in between which the town Kalimpong is setup.
Then you head to Hanuman mandir; a big statue of Lord Hanuman on a hill. It is a great place for Hanuman devotees.
Later, moved to some important tourist spots in Kalimpong including Durbin Monastery which is placed on the Durbin Dara Hill. You also get to see prayer wheels on outside walls of the monastery; ManghalDham, which a shrine cum a prayer hall. Dedicated to Lord Krishna the temple was raised by Shri Krishna Pranami in the memory of Guru Sri 108 Mangaldasji. The temple houses the statues of Prannath, Raj Shyamji & Mangaldasji.
Later on, get transferred to Darjeeling.
On your arrival at Darjeeling, check in at a hotel & relax. Further, in the evening you are free to walk around the local markets. Some of the unique buys of Darjeeling that shouldn’t be missed during your visit include variety of teas, amazing kitchen wares, brass statues, woven fabrics & shinning jewelleries.
Overnight stay in the Darjeeling.

Day 5th after your healthy breakfast gets ready for some thrilling drive to Tiger Hill; at a height up to 8,500 feet. (On a clear day), cherish the mesmerizing natural beauty of the hill, the lush green jungles & the tranquil ambience. Usually, it is noted that, visitor’s stopover this hill to relish the wonderful sunrise. The ultimate view of golden sunrays falling over the snow covered Himalayan ranges would surely leave you awestruck.
From Tiger hill you can have a perfect view of Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world. In case you are lucky, you may also get to see the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest Thereafter, on the way back to hotel room, visit the Ghoom monastery-built by Lama Sherpa Gyaltsho, the monastery belongs to Gelugpa (yellow hat) Sect.
Return back to hotel for overnight stay.

Today, after morning breakfast, check out form the hotel & leave for Siliguri. Further, travel to Jalpaiguiri railway station/ Bagdogra airport/ Tenzing Norgay bus station, for your onward destination.