Arrive at NJP Rly. Stn / BagdograAirport & depart to Darjeeling. Darjeeling in northeast India provides the perfect ambiance of a hill resort with its mild climate and laid back charm. Its verdant hills and valleys are steeped in color, and are interspersed with vast stretches of lush green tea gardens. Arrival & check in to hotel. Evening free for the relaxation.

Morning proceed to visit Rock Garden – It is situated about 10 kilometers from Darjeeling. The garden offers a beautiful view of a hill stream cascading over rocks along the slope, done up with flower gardens and sitting spaces at different levels. Gangamaya Park – Ganga Maya Park is further down the road, about 3 kilometres from the Rock Garden. It has a small lake where boating facilities are available, Gorkha folk dances are performed to entertain the tourists.  Ghoom Monastery – Called Sakya Monastery, the monastery in Ghoom is located 8 km from Darjeeling. Sakya monastery is a historic as well as significant monastery of the Shakya Order. The original monastery was built during the early twentieth century.

Afternoon sightseeing of mix points of Darjeeling Himalayan Mountaineering Institute – A spot not to be missed is the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute created by the late Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa who conquered Mt Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary on 29 May 1953. A display of equipment used on the climb is one of the highlights. A Zoological Garden ( Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park ) nearby has an assortment of wildlife such as yaks, Siberian tigers and red pandas who call the region their home (Closed on Thrusday),Tenzing Rock – Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock are situated on Lebong Cart road in Darjeelingand provide a challenging experience for the rock climbers. It is also known as monkey rock. The rock is named after Tenzin Sherpa and Nawang Gombu. Tenzing Sherpa climbed the Tenzing rock in the presence of Jawaharlal Nehru without taking any safety measures. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute conducts rock climbing courses on these rocks. Tea Garden(outer view) – Darjeeling Tea considered to be finest tea in the world especially when it came to aroma and delicacy of taste, named the “Champagne of the East”, not only has tea formed the backbone of the economy

Early morning depart to see Sun Rise at Tiger Hill  – Situated at an altitude of 2,590m (8,482 ft.) and 13-km from the town, this spot has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise over “Kanchenjunga” and the great Eastern Himalayan Mountains. Even Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, is visible from here. & 3 Points.  Visit rest of the sightseeing like Mirik Lake – Mirik is being developed as a new hill station in the mountains. Tea estates, orange orchards and cardamom plantations surround Mirik.

Check out & depart to Gangtok. Arrival & check in. Evening free for the relaxation. Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim. It is an incomparable hill resort of northeast regions of India and it is one of the most frequently visited places in India. Gangtok is situated on the ridge of a hillock at an altitude of 1,700 metre.

Today excursion tour to Tshangu Lake & Baba Mandir – A lake is nestled amidst high peaks at an altitude of 12,400 ft. On winters, you will be able to witness the lake in a frozen state. Spend some time enjoying the beauty nature; you can also enjoy a yak ride, take pictures. We drive back to a fabled Baba Mandir. This is basically a temple of an army Captain Harbajan Singh who mysteriously vanished from the army camp but later is believed to have turned invisible but absolutely present who still continues his duty as an army officer and protects the border army from any unanticipated events.

Today cover local sightseeing of 7 points of Gangtok (Only by Maruti Van). Rumtek Monastery, Botanical Garden,Chuten Stupa, Namgyal Research Institute of Tibetology,Ropeway, Govt. Institute of Cottage Industry, Flower Show and Nam Nam Viewpoint.

Morning check out & depart for the Kalimpong. Arrival & check in.

Afternoon local sightseeing of Kalimpong.

Check out & depart for the NJP Rly Stn / Bagdogra Airport for the further destination.

Arrive at NJP Rly. Stn / Bagdogra Airport & depart to Darjeeling. Darjeeling in northeast India provides the perfect ambiance of a hill resort with its mild climate and laid back charm. Its verdant hills and valleys are steeped in color, and are interspersed with vast stretches of lush green tea gardens. Arrival & check in to hotel. Evening free for the relaxation.

Mornings proceed to visit Rock Garden – It is situated about 10 kilometers from Darjeeling. The garden offers a beautiful view of a hill stream cascading over rocks along the slope, done up with flower gardens and sitting spaces at different levels. Gangamaya Park – Ganga Maya Park is further down the road, about 3 kilometres from the Rock Garden. It has a small lake where boating facilities are available, Gorkha folk dances are performed to entertain the tourists. Ghoom Monastery – Called Sakya Monastery, the monastery in Ghoom is located 8 km from Darjeeling. Sakya monastery is a historic as well as significant monastery of the Shakya Order. The original monastery was built during the early twentieth century.
Afternoon sightseeing of mix points of Darjeeling Himalayan Mountaineering Institute – A spot not to be missed is the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute created by the late Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa who conquered Mt Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary on 29 May 1953. A display of equipment used on the climb is one of the highlights. A Zoological Garden ( Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park ) nearby has an assortment of wildlife such as yaks, Siberian tigers and red pandas who call the region their home (Closed on Thrusday),Tenzing Rock – Tenzing Rock and Gombu Rock are situated on Lebong Cart road in Darjeeling and provide a challenging experience for the rock climbers. It is also known as monkey rock. The rock is named after Tenzin Sherpa and Nawang Gombu. Tenzing Sherpa climbed the Tenzing rock in the presence of Jawaharlal Nehru without taking any safety measures. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute conducts rock climbing courses on these rocks. Tea Garden(outer view) – Darjeeling Tea considered to be finest tea in the world especially when it came to aroma and delicacy of taste, named the “Champagne of the East”, not only has tea formed the backbone of the economy in the region, but ‘Darjeeling’ and ‘excellent tea’ have become synonymous, etc.

Early morning depart to see Sun Rise at Tiger Hill – Situated at an altitude of 2,590m (8,482 ft.) and 13-km from the town, this spot has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise over “Kanchenjunga” and the great Eastern Himalayan Mountains. Even Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak, is visible from here. & 3 Points. Visit rest of the sightseeing like Mirik Lake – Mirik is being developed as a new hill station in the mountains. Tea estates, orange orchards and cardamom plantations surround Mirik.

Check out & depart to Pelling. Arrival & check in. Evening time free for the relaxation & you can enjoy the beauty of Pelling. The pleasant little town of Pelling is famous for magnificent view of the snow-capped mountains of Kanchenjunga. Feels like you can literally stretch out your hands and touch the peak.

Full day free for the sightseeing of Pelling Darap valley, Rembi Water fall – On the way at a distance of 11 KM from Pelling this water fall is just 2 KM before the Sewaro Rock garden. Sewaro Rock Garden – this garden constructed by the side of the river. You can touch the water here. This rock garden is 13 KM from Pelling and 30 minutes drive. Kahgchenjunga Water fall -At a distance of 25 KM from Pelling it will take nearly one and half hour including the half hour stay at Sewaro Rock garden. You need to climb up little in steps to reach the foot of the water fall. Khechopalri wishing Lake -This Lake is located at a distance of 25 KM from Pelling and 9 KM from the Y junction ( other road goes towards Kahgchenjunga water fall ). This scared lake surrounded by prayer flags is worshiped by both Hindus and Buddhist. In the second part : Pemayangtse Monastery – Located at a distance of 2 KM from Pelling, this is the one of the oldest and important Nyingma monastery in Sikkim. There is an entry fee of Rs 20 to visit this monastery. At hill top from this Monastery you can get good view of Kangchenjunga and other hill rages. You can also get a distance view of Rabdentse Ruins from here. Rabdentse Ruins– At a distance of 3 KM from Pelling and within 1 KM distance from Pemayangtse Monastery there is the ruins of the fort or palace of second capital of Sikkim. This place is well maintained and preserved by Archaeological survey of India.

Check out & depart to Gangtok. Arrival & check in. Evening free for the relaxation. Gangtok is the capital of Sikkim. It is an incomparable hill resort of northeast regions of India and it is one of the most frequently visited places in India. Gangtok is situated on the ridge of a hillock at an altitude of 1,700 metre.

Today excursion tour to Tshangu Lake & Baba Mandir – A lake is nestled amidst high peaks at an altitude of 12,400 ft. On winters, you will be able to witness the lake in a frozen state. Spend some time enjoying the beauty nature; you can also enjoy a yak ride, take pictures. We drive back to a fabled Baba Mandir. This is basically a temple of an army Captain Harbajan Singh who mysteriously vanished from the army camp but later is believed to have turned invisible but absolutely present who still continues his duty as an army officer and protects the border army from any unanticipated events.

Today cover local sightseeing of 7 points of Gangtok (Only by Maruti Va).Rumtek Monastery, Botanical Garden,Chuten Stupa, Namgyal Research Institute of Tibetology,Ropeway, Govt. Institute of Cottage Industry, Flower Show and Nam Nam Viewpoint.

Check out & depart for the NJP Rly Stn / Bagdogra Airport for the further destination.

After breakfast check out & transfer to Lachung (8610 ft). Lachung is a very small town with scattered settlements, dominated mostly by Bhutias. There is also an army cantonment for the border protection. You can visit monastery, handicraft centre, go around for village. On your way visit Singhik View point, Seven Sister Waterfalls, Naga Water Falls. Lunch on the way. Check-in to your hotel on arrival. Overnight in Lachung.

After breakfast embark on an excursion trip to Yumthang-valley-At 24 kms from Lachung lies Yumthang, the rightfully called the Valley of Flowers as in Flowering season there blossoms vivid colours of variety of Rhododendrons, chimals and blue poppies, while you see the flower bed in summer, you see snow bed in the winter. On your way back visit Hot Spring. Afternoon could be spent interacting with the local people / visit to the local market. Overnight at Lachung.

After breakfast take the return transfer to Gangtok. Enroute see Bheema & Twin Falls. Check-in to your hotel on arrival. Overnight in Gangtok.

Leave Delhi after breakfast. Check into Bajara Orchard Retreat. Spend the night in the retreat.

Visit Paramjyotir Temple and Tani Jubbar Lake.

Drive to Banjara Camp-Sangla. Spend the night in the camp.

River cross, rappel or angle for trout. Bonfire in the evening.

This is the last village on the old Indo-Tibetan trade route. Lunch along a glacier fed mountain stream.

After breakfast, leave for Kalpa famous for its apple and chilgoza plantations. Kalpa offers the best panoramic view of the 6,000m high Kinner-Kailash range. Drive back to Sangla Camp for night stay.

Drive to Chail via Narkanda. Spend the night at Hotel Chail Palace.

Leave after an early breakfast. Lunch enroute.

Fly into Chandigarh from Delhi or reach Chandigarh by Kalka Shatabdi express train around 1200 hrs. Met by our representative and drive to Thanedar. Check into Banjara Orchard Retreat.

Visit Bhimakali Temple in Sarahan en route
For six months every year, the Himalayan valleys of Kinnaur and Spiti emerge from a thick cloak of snow to reveal a different, secret world to man. Your discovery of the lesser-known Himalayas can begin at the Banjara Camp in the Sangla Valley. At a height of 2,700 Mts the Banjara Camp is surrounded by towering mountains on all sides and is set on the banks of the Baspa River that surges through the valley. Long walks to discover the amazing fauna and flora of the valley, treks to view snow covered Himalayan peaks, angling for trout, experiencing some of the local culture and traditions, rock climbing, rappelling are only some of the delights that are on offer.

Visit Chitkul and hike up to Nagasthi, the last village on the old Indo-Tibetan trade route.

Hike to Rakcham village. This is the signature walk of the valley. Drive back from Rakcham.

After breakfast, leave for Kalpa famous for its apple and chilgoza plantations. Kalpa offers the best panoramic view of the 6,000m high Kinner-Kailash range. Night stay in Kalpa.

After an early breakfast, we depart for Kaza, leaving behind verdant, forest clad mountains as we go over the tree line towards the Spiti region. En route you may take a short detour to visit the picturesque Nako Lake. The terrain will leave you breathless and speechless. Rock-hard Desert Mountains, torrential rivers and icy cold winds account for the sparsely populated villages. Reach Kaza, check into the Banjara Retreat and spend rest of the day at leisure.

After an early breakfast, drive down to Tabo and visit Tabo Gompa, reputed to be the oldest (an inscription on a wall here indicates, it was founded in AD 996) continuously functioning Buddhist monastery in India and the Himalayas, with its original decoration and iconographic program intact. We then move on to see Dhankar monastery. Dhankar, the traditional capital of Spiti, sits pretty on a hilltop. The fort here overlooks the Spiti valley and it was used as a jail in olden days. Today, more than 160 lamas reside here. A statue of Dhyan Budha where four complete figures of Budha sit back to back is the main attraction of this more than seven-century old monastery.

About an hour’s walk (about 3 kms) from here on a slightly uphill track is a small lake that sits languidly is a bowl. The size of the lake in the summer varies every year depending on how much snow the catchment area had in the previous winter. Your lunch hamper beckons on reaching the lake. After an al fresco lunch, we take a 30 minute walk to the car and drive back to reach the retreat by evening.

Declared a national park in 1987, Pin Valley is located in the cold desert region of the Spiti valley, Himachal Pradesh. With its snow laden unexplored higher reaches and slopes, the Park forms a natural habitat for a number of endangered animals including the Snow Leopard and Siberian Ibex. The elevation of the Park ranges from about 3,500 M near Ka Dogri to over 6,000 M at its highest point. Because of its high altitude and extreme temperatures, the vegetation in the area is scant and mostly dominated by alpine trees, patches of Himalayan cedar and smatterings of several medicinal plants. In summer, flowers decorate the valley with startling hues. Along with animals, rare birds like the Himalayan Snow Cock, Chukor, Snow Partridge and the Tibet Snow Finch also flourish in the area.

After breakfast visit Ki monastery and Kibber village. Ki gompais a Gelugpa sect monastery. Its hilltop position points to a post-thirteenth century construction. The three storied structure consists largely of storage rooms at the bottom level, while the middle floor houses the Dukhang- the assembly hall- and the uppermost floor has another temple and the head Lama’s quarters, on one side of an open terrace. The greatest wealth of Ki Gompa lies in its collection of ‘Thangkas’ salvaged with difficulty from the devastating raids of the Dogars and the Sikhs in the 19th century.

From here a scenic drive takes you into the pasture country of Kibber. The pastures are spread over hundreds of square kilometers. Kibber is small village and is the take off point for the popular trek to Tso Moriri in Ladakh. Further up six kilometers from Kibber, we drive up to a still smaller village of Gete. Consisting of just six houses, it boasts of being the highest village in Asia connected by road. Drive back to the retreat for lunch and spend rest of the day at leisure – preferably resting.

Drive over Kunzum La (4553m) to reach Manali. Manali is one of the most popular hill stations in India. Overnight stay in hotel.

Drive to Sojha visiting Naggar castle and Roerich art gallery en route. Check into Banjara retreat on arrival. Evening at leisure around bon fire.

Day at leisure/ Hike to Raghupur Fort or Serolser lake. Overnight stay at Banjara Retreat.

Drive from Manali to Bhuntar airport (2 hrs) and fly back to Delhi else drive to Chandigarh to board evening Shatabdi express train departing at 1800 hrs to Delhi.