Welcome to India! On arrival in Kolkata, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Kolkata was the capital of British India, once referred to as “The Jewel in the Crown of the British Raj”. It is a city that throbs vibrant life forces, an epitome of culture and creativity that nurtures and rejuvenates your thinking prowess. The city displays social maturity during the most provoking situations and flies high the flags of communal harmony. Overnight stay in a hotel

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: The Peerless Inn - Kolkata

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit full-day sightseeing. Victoria Memorial (Closed on Mondays & National Holidays), built of white marble and surrounded by lush gardens, the Victoria Memorial is probably the most beautiful monumental legacy of British India. It was built by Lord Curzon in the early 20th century in memory of the late Queen of England. It took twenty years to be built and was formally inaugurated by the Prince of Wales in 1921. Inside the monument, there are portraits and statues of the participants in the history of British India. St. Paul's Cathedral Church, constructed in the mid-19th century, the St. Paul's Cathedral is spectacular and serene. Howrah Bridge (drive pass), this engineering marvel of the mid-20th century took six years to be constructed. The Howrah Bridge crosses the vast Hooghly River with no piers at all within the river. Writers Building (drive pass), built in the year 1780, Writers' Building is a major landmark in Calcutta famous for its Corinthian façade. Originally built as a residence for the British East India Company's clerical and administrative staff, it today houses the main state secretariat. The tall columns, the corridors flanked by ornate arches, and the pavilions that grace the center exhibit the best of colonial architecture. Followed by a visit to Flower Market, the market has an undying pleasant aroma filling the air and is fascinatingly colorful virtually 24 hours a day. It is a sight to watch so many people earning their livelihood and an equal number of people buying flowers. Overnight stay at the hotel

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: The Peerless Inn - Kolkata

After breakfast, departure transfer to connect flight to Kolkata. Reporting time 2 hours prior to flight’s departure. Standing high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 2134m, ‘Dorje Ling’, or the place of the Thunderbolt, offers breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks, with the Kanchendzonga rising higher than all the others. Often referred to as the “Queen of the Hills”, it remains just as alluring with its tiny waterfalls, little villages, and a narrow gauge railway track. Surrounded by World Famous Tea Gardens and snow-capped mountains, Darjeeling remains one of the most exotic destinations. Graeme Westlake in his book ‘An introduction to hill stations on India’ refers to Darjeeling as having “A view Scarcely Unrivalled on Earth”. Overnight stay in a hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: Summit Grace Boutique Hotel and Spa, Darjeeling

Early morning visit Tiger Hill to see a beautiful sunrise and the Himalayan Range like Kanchandzonga, Mount Everest, etc. One can see the horizon changing colors just before sunrise and then the entire Himalayan range turn golden. Breakfast at the hotel & after breakfast toy train ride up to Ghoom & back (Subject to the operation of this train & availability of the seats) afternoon proceed for a city tour visiting the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute(closed on Thursday) which was started by Tenzing Norgay after he climbed Mt. Everest, Zoological Park(closed on Thursday), Tenzing Rock, Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Centre(Closed on Sunday)Tea Estate(from outside). Overnight stay in a hotel

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: Summit Grace Boutique Hotel and Spa, Darjeeling

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Gangtok by car & upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. At an altitude of 1750m, Gangtok became the state capital in the mid-19th century and has undergone rapid development since then. The downtown area is dominated by huge government buildings decorated with traditional Buddhist symbols. Gangtok is also a resting ground for people traveling to North Sikkim. Surrounded by Monasteries and Orchids, Gangtok is truly a traveler’s delight. Overnight stay in a hotel

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: Summit Norling Resort & Spa, Gangtok

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed for a full-day excursion to Changu Lake(Tsomgo Lake) which is 35 km from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snow off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters. Later proceed for sightseeing in Gangtok visiting the Flower Show at White Hall Complex, Handicraft Centre(Closed on Saturday & Sunday), Institute of Tibetology(Closed on Saturday & Sunday), Do Drul Chorten, and Bakthang Falls. Overnight stay in a hotel

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: Summit Norling Resort & Spa, Gangtok

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Kalimpong by car & upon arrival, check-in at the hotel. At an altitude of 1250m, Kalimpong’s location is ideal for a pleasant, relaxed getaway. Its clement weather has made Kalimpong’s orchids and gladiole well renowned. Up to the early 1700s, the Kalimpong area was part of the Sikkim raja’s domain. In the early 18th century, the Bhutan king also took it over. In 1865, after the Anglo-Bhutan War, it was annexed to Darjeeling. Scottish Missionaries came here in the late 1800s. The town thrived as a wool trading center with Tibet till the 1950s. Today it’s a quiet hill resort and a haven for retired people. The Rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: Summit Barsana Resort & Spa, Kalimpong

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to visit the city tour of Kalimpong visiting Delo Hill, Mangal Dham, Durpin Hill, and flower nurseries. The Rest of the day is free for leisure. Overnight stay in the Hotel

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• Comfort Hotel: Summit Barsana Resort & Spa, Kalimpong

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Bagdogra to board the flight for the onward destination. Reporting time is 02 hours prior to the flight departure. END OF SERVICES!

Meals: Breakfast