A misty dawn on the mountains. A bronze sunset across the expanse of the Brahmaputra. The clang of prayer bells at a monastery. Life moves at a serene pace in the North East. The North East is composed of seven states whose natural beauty has earned them the sobriquet of 'seven sisters'. The entire North East India is a land of great natural beauty and variety. Framing these fertile valleys of the rivers Ganga and Brahmaputra is the Himalayan chain in the north, Arakans in the east and the Khasi and Garo hills of Meghalaya, in the south, the region is rich in flora and fauna. The region is also home of the famed Royal Bengal tiger, one horned rhino and troy antlered deer. North East is the home of great cultural traditions. A large number of very colorful tribes with interesting customs and traditions live here. Shillong, known as the Queen of the East is really a perfect getaway. Sikkim is a snow clad mountainous region which is a botanists dream. The mighty Kanchenjunga is the presiding deity of the region. Kaziranga the homeland of the one horned Rhinos, Elephants and many other endangered species is internationally famous. Darjeeling is the tea center of the world. The highlights if expressed in short are: Natural Scenic Beauty, Cool Climates, Water Bodies like Rivers and Lakes, Buddhist Monasteries, Ethnic Cultures, Tea Tourism, Historic Places, Archaeological Remains, Water Sports, Golf, Polo, Martial Arts, Indigenous Games, Fairs and Festivals, Flora and Fauna, Wildlife, Eco- Tourism, Mountain & Adventure Activities, Nostalgia Tours, Handloom Textiles & Handicrafts, Shopping, Distinctive Cuisine, Angling, Mountain Flights. These states together have indeed so much to offer to travellers with different kinds of interests.

Tour Cost Includes:-

• Meet & Greet upon arrival.
• Hotel Accommodation as per the name mentioned in the Category for duration as mentioned in the itinerary
• Hotel Meal Plan
  • For GRADE B, C & D on BB (Bed & Breakfast) Basis.
  • For GRADE A on MAP (Breakfast & Dinner) Basis
  • For GRADE A1+ & A2+ on AP (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Basis
• All applicable Transfers & Sightseeing by NON AC vehicle. It will change sector wise.
• For 02 – 03 Pax - Transfer by 01 Maruti Van & Sightseeing by 01 Maruti Van / Similar
• For 04 – 08 Pax - Transfer by 01 Tata Sumo / Mahindra Maxx & Gangtok Local Sightseeing by 02 Maruti Van / Similar

Tour Cost Excludes:-

• Government Service Tax as applicable (as on date 24/02/2009 it is 2.58%)
• Cost for optional Tours, Up-gradation Charges, Sightseeing entry fee & Guide charges
• Cost for service not mentioned under the “Cost Includes” Head
• Cost for Airfare, Train fare, Insurance Premiums, Rafting Charges, Joy Train Ride etc
• Payment for service provided on a personal request basis
• Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, bottles water, incidentals, porter charges, tips etc
• Expenses incurred due to change in oil price, mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged as per actual which will be collected from the guest directly

All cancellations are to be communicated in writing:-

• When Cancellation is made Charges
  • 30 - 25 Days more prior to the operation of the booked tour - Loss of Deposit
  • 24 - 15 Days prior to the operation of the booked tour - 25% of total tour cost
  • 14 - 08 Days prior to the operation of the booked tour - 50% of total tour cost
  • 07 - 03 Days prior to the operation of the booked tour - 75% of total tour cost

COMPLETE ITINERARY Day 01: Arrival NJP Railway / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport - Gangtok On arrival at NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport, (500Ft / 150Mts) you will be met by our office Executive who will assist you to board your vehicle to Gangtok (5500 Ft /1677 Mts, 130 Kms / 4 Hrs). Over night at Hotel. Day 02: Gangtok After breakfast, in the morning, start for excursion to Tshangu Lake - situated at a height of 12400Ft / 3780 Mts / 43Kms in 3Hrs one way, with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Back to Gangtok and Overnight at Hotel. Day 03: Gangtok - Kalimpong Morning Go for a half day sightseeing covering Rumtek Monastery OR Jhakri Water Fall along with Droul Chorthen, Research Institute of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Flower Show. Afternoon transfer to Kalimpong (3937 Ft / 1200 Mts, 85 Kms / 03 Hrs).Check in hotel. Evening free for self activity. Overnight at Hotel. Day 04: Kalimpong After breakfast visit Dello Mangal Dham, Dello hills, Dr. Graham’s Home, Flower Nurseries, Nature Interpretation Center and Durbin Hills & Jang-Dong-Palriffo Brang (also includes the latest attraction - Kalimpong Science City). Overnight at Hotel. Day 05: Kalimpong - Darjeeling Transfer to Darjeeling (7380 Ft / 2250 Mts, 70 Kms / 03 Hrs). Overnight at Hotel. Day 06: Darjeeling Early morning tour to Tiger Hills (8364 Ft / 2550 Mts at around 4 AM) to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. After breakfast go for a half-day sight seeing of Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate OR visit to Rock Garden & Ganga Maya Lake. Overnight at Hotel. Day 07: Darjeeling - NJP Railway / IXB Airport After breakfast proceed to NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport (100 Kms / 03 Hrs), for your onward connection. HOTELS USED IN THE PACKAGES PLACES Grade A 2+ Grade A 1+ Grade Kalimpong Silver Oak / Himalayan Hotel Silver Oak / Himalayan Hotel Himalayan Hotel Gangtok Royal Plaza / Saramsa Resort Royal Plaza / Saramsa Resort Orange Village Resort Darjeeling Mayfair Resort Cedar Inn Fortune Club Deluxe / Viceroy PLACES Grade B Grade C Grade D Kalimpong Park Hotel / Holumba Garden Reach / Sood Garden / Tress Garden Reach / Sood Garden / Tress Gangtok Chumbi / New Castle Rendezvous / The Sikkim Retreat Comfort Inn / Juniper Tree / Dew Pong Darjeeling Sinclairs The Retreat / Anand Palace 7 Seventeen / Travellers Inn More Itineraries