Fragrant Sikkim
Suitable for:
Spiritual, Cultural, Artistic & Gastronomic Interests
Friends & Family Travel
Solo Female Travel
Corporate Travel
Journey Overview
Northeast India is a blessed region with several routes that offer a magical combination of virgin forests, mountain views, winding highways and stunning tea gardens. Tribal cultures with mesmerizing sanctuaries and national parks await you. Be ready to see opulent nature, high altitude lakes and human life in another rhythm.
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Delhi
National capital of India where monuments were built more than 1100 years ago, where you can still witness them.  Fascinating city with chaos translated into a unique energy where old and new merge. Modern shopping centers, traditional Bazaars, and gourmet culinary options including unique street food, are some of the many reasons to enjoy Delhi.

Strident, modern and multi colour city. Old Delhi is where all shades of humanity could be seen and felt.
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Darjeeling
Known as “The Queen of Hills”, Darjeeling is a small town surrounded by World Famous Rolling Tea Gardens imbued with nostalgia and fragrant beauty. Declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO and its Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
Kalimpong
A town once served as the dynasty of Bhutan´s King. Known for its educational institutions, many of which were established during British Colony. Used to be a getaway in the trade between Tibet and India before China’s annexation of Tibet.
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Gangtonk
Amidst The Himalayas and its mystic aura, Gangtok is a place to find peace and calm. Magnificent monasteries where the spirit and the soul are awaken.
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Lachung
A picturesque small mountain village with a variety of 24 breathtaking Himalayan flowers; each step on the magical and flower-spread grassy plains will give a unique feeling of peace and tranquility. 
Journey Highlights
Delhi
Qutub Minar 
Humayun’s Tomb 
India Gate and Rajpath 
Red Fort 
Akshardham Temple
India Gate
Gurudwara Bangla Sahib
Gandhi Memorial
Jama Mosque
Darjeeling
Tiger Hill
Ghoom Monastery
Happy Valley Tea Estate
Peace Pagoda
Tibetian Refugee Center
Dali Monastery 
Kalimpong
Phodong Monastery
Delo park
Mangal Dham Pranami Temple
Bara Mangwa Farmhouse
Geden Tharpa Choling Monastery
Gangtok
Ban Jhakri Falls Park
Ganesh Tok
Do Drul Chorten
Enchy Monastery
Hunaman Temple
Tashi View Point
Lachung
Bhim Nala Fall
Lachung Monastery
Amitabh Bachchan Falls
Journey Day By Day
Day 1 - 3 DELHI
You will be picked up from Delhi Airport with a signed board under your name, as per your arrival details. Taken to your hotel to be recovered. Early arrivals have the possibility to explore Delhi, depending on your preference. Immerse yourself into Indian History, Politics and Religion.

Discover The Independence Struggle, Major sites of Democratic India (India Gate, President’s House, Parliament House) and today´s life of Indian Capital city. Experience Gandhi Smriti, Qutub Minar (The insignia of Islamic Dynasties in India and Mughal Empire). Experience by Rickshaw Old Delhi (Shahjahanabad). Impressive monuments: Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib (A Sikh Temple), Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple and Sufi Saint Mosque known as Nizamuddin. Awake every sense by visiting Chandni Chowk market.

Some places would be visited according to your time and personal interests.

Next stop: Darjeeling
Distance from Delhi to Darjeeling: 2h Flight
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Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Day 3 - 5 DARJEELING
You will be received from the Bagdogra Airport with a signed board under your name, as per your arrival details. You could go to your hotel to be recovered.  If your arrival is early then, you might explore Darjeeling.

Early Morning you will be driven to the Tiger Hill to watch a spectacular sunrise over Mount Khangchendzongha (28,208 ft. Worlds 3rd highest peak). On your way, visit to the Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. 

Live and vibrate with the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday is closed) Tenzing Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-help Centre (Sunday is closed), Tea Garden (Outer view), Ava Art Gallery and Japanese Temple.

Discover the scenic beauty of the mountain ranges while roaming through Darjeeling Mall. 

Next stop: Kalimpong
Distance from Darjeeling to Kalimpong: 2 h  (50 km)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Summit Heritage Hotel and Spa
Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Day 5 - 6 KALIMPONG
Experience Kalimpong (1243 meters / 4078 feet) and a local sightseeing of Durpin Hill , Jelapla View Point, Pine View Point, Chitra Bhanu and Kalim Temple.

Dr. Graham's Homes complex with its historic church and well maintained grounds founded in 1900, Scottish Missionary and Delo Hill (5556 ft)  which appears to be the roof- of- the- world, the highest point in Kalimpong. 

Next stop: Gangtok
Distance from Kalimpong to Gangtok: 3h (80 km)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: The Soods Garden Retreat
Semi Luxury: Sinclairs Retreat
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Day 6 - 8 GANGTOK
Discover Gangtok through the amazing valleys of the Himalaya.  Live and learn about Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.

Next stop: Lachung
Distance from Gangtok to Lachung:  4h 30 min (120 km)
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Vatika Himalayan Resort
Semi Luxury: Summet Denzong Hotel & Spa
Luxury: Heritage Denzong Regency
Day 8 - 10 LACHUNG
Lachung (8,800 ft). Enroute visit Singhik View point, Seven Sister Water Fall and Naga Water Fall.

Experience Yumthang Valley which is Known as the Valley of Flowers (11800 Ft / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms). Visit Hot Spring considered to have medicinal properties.

Next stop: Delhi
Distance from Gangtok to Delhi: 2 h Flight
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Summit Alpine Resort
Semi Luxury: Summit Khangri Karpo Retreat & Spa
Luxury: Mayfair Himalayan Spa Resort
Day 10 DELHI
You have the option to prepare for the next day departure and stay relaxed at your hotel. Or visit Delhi if you are very active and would like to explore some markets in the city: Chandni Chowk Market, The Kinari Bazaar (Wedding Market), Textile Market (Wholesale Market), The Book Market or he very interesting Spice Market (Grind and Whole Spices).

If your preferences are around art and architecture you could visit: Fateh Puri Mosque, Sis Ganj Guradwara, Jain Temple and The Shiva Temple as well. Depending on your peace and comfort.
Day 11 DEPARTURE
Relaxed and ready for travelling back home, your driver will take you to the airport as per your flight schedule.
Hotel Options Available:
Affordable: Grand Godwin
Semi Luxury: Vivanta by Taj
Luxury: Taj Palace
Fragrant Sikkim
11 Days & 10 Nights
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Included in Fragrant Sikkim
-Selected 10 nights accommodation based on single/double occupancy in mentioned hotels
-Full breakfast daily
-Air Conditional Comfortable Vehicle with WI-FI for your connectivity
-Airport Meet and Greet with Private Transfers
-English-Speaking Local Driver and Private Guide
-Driver expenses, fuel, insurance and all taxes covered-Entrance Fees and Taxes
-Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi City Market
-Bottle of water while in the cary
-Flight ticket from Delhi to Baghdogra
-Flight ticket from Baghdogra to Delhi
-Toy train ride in Darjeeling
Excluded Services in this Journey:
 -International or Domestic flights
-Gratuities/tips for bellboys and housekeeping staff. This is left to your discretion.
-Indian visa (most people will require an Indian visa - Please note we don’t provide advice on visas and it is your responsibility to obtain the correct information/visa)
-Meals not specified in your journey
- Beverages, unless specified.
-Tips/gratuities for meals not specified in your journey
- Travel insurance. Please be aware that comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory 
-Laundry and telephone bills.
-Entrances to monuments
-Movie/video camera fee at monuments 
-Medical  Insurance
-Baggage Insurance
-Airport Departure Taxes 
-Any other service that has not been specified
-Your Game Safaris at any National Park, unless specified in your journey
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