10 days of Sikkim and Darjeeling Tour
In Sikkim between Bhutan and Nepal, you can experience a different culture from South India. In addition, you can see the majestic Himalayas, take a toy train designated as a World Heritage site, and go to a tea garden
Sikkim is home to many Tibetan ethnic groups and has many Tibetan monasteries called gompas. Rumtech will visit Sikkim's largest monastery, Rumtek Gompa. In the provincial capital of Gangtok, you can see the spectacular view of the Himalayas from the observation deck. In the background of the towering mountains in Yumtan, alpine plants such as yak herds, rotodendron, primula and rhododendrons from April to May, and blue poppies called “phantom flowers” from late June to late July You can see it.
In Darjeeling, we will board the steam train toy train of Darjeeling Himalaya Railway, which was designated as a World Heritage Site in 1999. There are also farms that produce darjeeling tea, training schools for Indian climbers, Himalaya mountain climbing school where equipment used for the first climb of Everest is displayed, and people who have fled from Tibet Autonomous Region of China Visit the Tibetan Refugee Center, where they make and sell crafts such as carpets.
In the capital city of Delhi, we visited Qutub Minar World Heritage Site with a high spire of 72.5m, Humayun's World Heritage Site whose architectural style was said to have influenced Taj Mahal, and the World War Memorial Monument India Gate The
| Date | Place Name | Transportation Facilities | Schedule |
| First day | Narita - - - Delhi |
Aircraft Private Car | From Narita to Air, Delhi.
After arriving at Delhi airport, you will be greeted by a guide and head to the hotel by private car.
Dinner: Meals on board: Delhi |
| the 2nd day | Delhi - - Bagdogra - - Kalimpong |
Aircraft (Domestic) exclusive vehicle | After breakfast at the hotel, head to Bagdogra by air (domestic). After arrival, take a dedicated car to Kalimpong (about 3 hours). Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Kalimpong |
| Third day | Kalimpong - - Rumuteku - - Gangtok |
Dedicated car | After breakfast at the hotel, visit Kalimpong near the Bhutanese border. You can see the Himalayas at the observation deck Durpin Hill and Deoro Hill. John Graham, Katherine and his wife visit Dr. Grahams House, the historic Bhutanese monastery Tonsa Gompa, and the largest Catholic church in Kalimpong.. Take a stroll through the Danbar Chowk where you can find Tibetan gems and arts and crafts shops. On the way, we visited Lumtek Gompa, the largest Tibetan temple in Sikkim. After arriving in Gangtok, dinner at the hotel. Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Gangtok |
| Day 4 | Gangtok - - - Rachun |
Dedicated car | After breakfast, take a private car to Lachung at an altitude of 2600m (about 6 hours). On the way, visit Tashi Viewpoint, Kabi Ronstok, Naga Waterfall, and Bim Waterfall, where you can get a superb view of Kanchenjunga Mountain. You will enjoy hiking for 1-2 hours after wearing Lachun.. You can see the towering mountains and beautiful alpine plants in the mountain village located at 2500m above sea level. Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Lachung |
| Day 5 | Rachun - - Yumutan - - Gangtok |
Dedicated Car | After breakfast at the hotel, take a private car to the Yumtan Valley at an altitude of 3600m. You can see alpine plants such as rhododendron, primula and rhododendrons from Yak herd and from April to May. From late June to late July, the “Phantom Flower” Blue Poppy blooms. In the afternoon, take a private car to Gangtok (about 6 hours). Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Gangtok |
| Day 6 | Rachun - - - Darjeeling |
Dedicated Car | After breakfast at the hotel, head to the Tibetan Ninma monastery Enchey Gompa.
In the afternoon, take a private car to Darjeeling (5 hours). After arriving at Darjeeling, visit the Tuk Bar Tea Garden, which produces Darjeeling tea. Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Darjeeling |
| Day 7 | Darjeeling - - Gumu - - Darjeeling |
Private car Toy Train | Early in the morning, head to Tiger Hill to see the Himalayas. You can see Kanchenjunga dyed at sunrise. In the morning, take a steam locomotive Toy Train designated as a World Heritage Site to Goum. After arrival, visit the oldest Tibetan monastery Samten Chorin Gompa in Darjeeling. In the afternoon, sightseeing in Darjeeling. Visit the Tibetan Refugee Center (closed on Sundays), which sells crafts made by people who have fled from the Tibet Autonomous Region of China, and the Himalaya Mountaineering School (closed on Thursdays), which trains climbers. Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Darjeeling |
| Day 8 | Darjeeling - - Bagdogra - - Delhi |
Private car Aircraft (Domestic Flights) | After breakfast at the hotel, take a private car to Bagdogra (travel distance: 93km, one way for about 4 hours). After arriving at Bagdogra, head to Delhi by airplane (Domestic) Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Hotel Accommodation: Delhi |
| Day 9 | Darjeeling - - Bagdogra - - Delhi |
Private Aircraft | After breakfast at hotel, go to Delhi city tour.
Visit Qutub Minar, Sir Humayun, India Gate and more. After shopping at a tea or folk art store, head to the airport. To Narita (via Asia). Breakfast: Hotel Lunch: Restaurant: Dinner: Meals on board: Overnight on board |
| Day 10 | Narita | Aircraft | Arrived in Narita. |
*Precautions for entering Sikkim State In
addition to Indian visas, foreign tourists need an entrance permit called “Inner Line Permit” when visiting Sikkim State. Currently, it is not possible to obtain it in Japan, but we are accepting applications for entry permits. Necessary documents are application form, 3 photos (3.5mm x 4.5mm), color copy of passport and visa copy. Please contact us directly for fees and other question.
*Sightseeing order may change or schedule contents may change due to changes in schedules, delays, bus stoppages or road conditions.
* Items that are affected by the natural environment and weather conditions may not be available depending on the weather of the day. Please note.