Tuesday, March 2, 2010

GLORIOUS GANGTOK

Package Description:
The capital of Sikkim, Gangtok is a popular hill station destination in the East. This small town, lies atop a ridge, at an altitude of 5,500 ft, amidst a Himalayan setting, with the worlds third tallest peak Kanchenjunga at its east, and overlooking the river Ranikhola. Gangtok has rich flora, the beautiful people, or the serene Buddhist monasteries, this small town, occupies an important position in the itinerary of tourists in search of tranquility from the humdrum of modern life.

ITINERARY:
Day1 : Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri - Gangtok

On arrival in Bagdogra/NJP, our representative will welcome and assist you from the Airport / Railway station and will transfer you to Gangtok (approx 114kms). At an altitude of 5500ft Gangtok is the capital of the state of Sikkim and is a beautiful and clean town promising of the best monasteries and landscapes. On arrival, check in the hotel. Evening is free for individual activities. Overnight at the hotel.

Day2 : Gangtok
After breakfast, proceed for the full day sightseeing in and around this capital city of Sikkim, covering Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tak, Hanuman Tak, Chortan, Stupa, Institute of Tibetology (Closed on Sunday), Institute of Handicrafts and handlooms (Closed on Sunday) and Roomtek Monastery and Dharma Chakra Centre (approx 24Kms), the sect of the Kagyu order – one of the 4 major Tibetan Buddhist Sect (approx 24Kms). Overnight at the hotel.

Day3 : Gangtok
After breakfast, proceed for a half day trip to Tsomgo lake (approx 32 kms), which is 12400ft. The lake is almost about 1Km long, is oval in shape and is 15 meters deep. The lake is considered sacred by the local people. Further visit the Baba Harvajan Singh Mandir (approx 12 kms). Return back to Gangtok. Evening free for shopping and individual activities. Overnight at the hotel.

Day4 : Gangtok – Bagdogra / New Jalpaiguri
After breakfast, check out and proceed to Bagdogra/NJP (approx 114 kms). On arrival, our representative will transfer you to the Airport / Railway station for your return journey.Tour Ends.