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Explore three Kingdoms of Himalaya
Sikkim- Darjeeling – Bhutan
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Duration
Duration

16 Days, 8 days in Bhutan

Region
Region
  • Sikkim
  • Bhutan
Activity
Activity

Culture and Overland Tours

Season
Season

Mar — Apr, Oct — Nov

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Description

 A combined tour from Sikkim-Darjeeling to Bhutan to explore the rich culture heritage of diverse tribes and Ethnic groups, breath-taking beauty of nature, century’s old Buddhist monasteries and Dzong of Bhutan.Take a flight from Delhi to Bagdogara to penetrate in to the land of high mountains to explore the large slopes of Darjeeling tea gardens. The land is inhabited by different tribes and Ethnics peoples, terraced paddy filed spotted by typical villages, Buddhist monasteries including the main seat of Karmapa contains the remarkable mural. Leave Sikkim, Darjeeling and enterthe kingdom of Bhutan, a country with its preserved culture, typical architecture and natural beauty with rich flora and fauna. Bhutan has magnificent Dzong (fortress) which is an architectural masterpiece and has rich traditional arts and crafts from the time immemorial.Ending with Bhutan known as the land of thunder dragon, contrast and uncommon harmony.

Itinerary

Itinerary

Arrive Delhi by night, reception by our representative at airport, transfer to hotel. Night in hotel. Or if arrival is late night or early morning, in this case transfer to domestic airport to board the domestic flight to Bagdogara.

Transfer to domestic airport, flight to Bagdogra, drive to hill station of Darjeeling is a small town, located in the foothills of the Himalayas at 2134m meters above sea level known as the tea capital city. As per the time availability you will visit Tibetan Handicraft center at Tibetan refugee’s camp. By evening stroll in this old English city is very pleasant and exotic. Night in hotel.

Visit the YigachoelingGompa of Gelugpa School,founded in 1850, houses up to 40 monks, murals and 5m-high statue of Jampa (Maitreya. If the toy train “UNESCO World Heritage”will be in operation will take chance to ride of about an hour., the Himalayan Railway was built by the British in 1881. Visit the Tenzing Norgay mountain Institute and Zoological park. Walk in the tea terraces "tea garden", is to appreciate the beauty of lush green tea slope facing the 3rd highest mountain range of Kangchendjunga.

Pemayangtse monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in the state, originally. Established by LhatsunChempo, one of the reverend Lamas to have performed the consecrationceremony of the first Chogyal (religious Monarch) of Sikkim. This ancient monastery belongs to the Nyingmapa sect of Tibetan Buddhism and has been considered as one of the premier monasteries in the state, having been entrusted with the task to perform all religious functions of the erstwhile Monarch. Originally, it was established as a high class monastery for « pur monks » (Ta- Sang). Inside the monastery there are a wooden structure depicting the Maha Guru’s heavenly palace (Sang-tok-Palri) which is considered a masterpiece created by late DungzinRimpoche . Sangacholing Monastery, It is situated at the ridge above pilling and Pemayangtse monastery, it is built in 1697 A.D. and considered to be one of the oldest monasteries in the state, It take 40 minutes to reach there by foot through steep hilly slope which leads through dense forest. Night in hotel.

Wonderful drive to Yuksom in Sikkim. Crossing the semi-tropical forests of this beautiful and ancient kingdom. Sikkim is an ancient kingdom, which was attached to India in 1975. It is also the kingdom of wild flowers, (such varieties of Orchid) monkeys and birds. Stroll through this pretty town which was the first capital of the kingdom, you walk through to meet the locals. Visit the ancient coronation site of the kings of Sikkim, Norburgang, a magical place that exudes a soothing atmosphere. It is made up of a small monastery, a huge and beautiful white Chorten, the famous king's throne and a gigantic pine tree covered with wild orchids and all in a setting punctuated with multicolor prayer flags, flowers and sculpted stones. Night in the hotel.

Drive to east through sublime landscapes towards Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim. Visit of this very lively city, which hosts several important sites, enroute stop to visit the monastery of Rumtek, the largest monastery of Karmapa, belongs to the black hats. Evening reached at Gangtok. Night in the hotel.

Today, you will have whole day excursion to Lloyds Botanical Garden, Enchey Monastery of Nyngmapa Order, the monastery of Encheybelongs to the Nyingma order of Vajrayana Buddhism, the Institute of Tibetology which houses one of the most important Buddhist libraries in the world and the Chorten of Do-drul. Evening free to stroll in the town. Night in hotel.

Departure for the kingdom of Bhutan, A hilly road leads down to join the main road, traverse the several tiny hamlet to join the border town. On arrival your Indian guide will hand over you to your Local Bhutanese guide, he will welcome you and will proceed for the administrative formalities at border town, End of service on the Indian side. If time allows have stroll in the town to have the introduction with the country and countrymen. Night in hotel.

Magnificent uphill binding road leads to the capital of Bhutan for 6 to 7 hours. This is indeed a Scenic drive, enroute visit KhatbandiGompawhich house the statues of ShabdrungNgawangNamgyal and Guru Rimpoche, paintings depicting the life of Buddha. Once can enjoy the views of the Phuentsholing town and the plains of West Bengal. Next stop to have the overview onTakti Chu Falls. Evening arrive atcapital town. Stroll in the town to mingle with local folk.Night in a hotel.

Departure to Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, visit the Folk Heritage Museum and the Textile Museum (closed on Sundays and public holidays). The Chhortan Memorial: This large Tibetan-style chorten was built in 1974 as a memorial for the king, JigmeDorjiWangchuck. Today, for the elderly it is a center of daily worship and prayers. Then visit the Tashichhodzong or the fortress of glorious religion. It is a very impressive structure, which currently houses the offices of the king and various offices of the Bhutanese government.Visit of the monastic area and overview of the administrative part up to the limit of the authorizations granted. Free evening to stroll through the streets of the capital. NB: The Folk Heritage Museum and the textile Museum are closed on public holidays and Sundays. Night in hotel.

Visit Changankha Lhakhang overlooking the city. The temple also contains beautiful wall paintings and hundreds of religious scriptures. On the way, short stop at a craft papermaking workshop. Continue to the BBS zoo to see the national animal of Bhutan, the Takin and for the panoramic view of Timpu. Free time to stroll around the city. Night in hotel.

Departure in the morning for Punakha crossing the Dochula passage located at an altitude of 3100 m. In the afternoon, visit the Punakha Dzong and the city.The Punakha Dzong is the most magnificent Dzong in Bhutan. Punakha Dzong was built in 1637 by Shabdrung, the spiritual ruler of Bhutan before the present dynasty. It is an old capital which still serves as a winter residence for the monks. The first king, UgyenWangchuck, was crowned here in 1907.Night in hotel.

Morning walk to visitChimi Lhakhang temple, Built by the 14th Drukpa Hierarch NgawangChogyel is located on the beautiful hillock of Punakha. Thai themed architecture named is named as the “Fertility Temple” and holds a special place in the hearts of Bhutanese people. Drive back to Paro via Thimpo. Evening stroll in the streets of Paro. Night in hotel.

Morning visit the National Ta Dzong Museum (closed on all public holidays) considered to be one of the museums with the most natural and historical objects. You will enjoy the view of Paro town from its courtyard. Visit Paro Dzong, a huge fortress which house an administrative and religious chamber is an amazing architecture of 17th century. You will descend to the town by crossing an old covered wooden bridge well decorated by flowers. Afternoon, if time allows visit Dungtse Lhakhang, is the 15th-century magnificent architecture which reflects the religious beliefs of Buddhism, the temple was initially built to subdue an evil spirit. Its three story temple which signifies the hell, earth, and heaven. Night in hotel.

In the morning take 4 to 4.5 hours of hiking (both way) to the amazing Taktsang gompa popularly known as 'Tiger's Nest', will make your trip a memorable spiritual experience. It was here that the great tantric master, Guru Padmasanbhava rode from Tibet on the back of a tiger to bring his Buddhist teachings to Bhutan. Back to Paro.Afternoon will be devoted to walk through the city, few hours at leisure is well deserved to appreciate movement of local, to shop the local art and craft to bring back some souvenir. Night in hotel. NB: People with fragile knees beware and can hire the horse to ride till certain point.

Transfer to the airport for flight to Delhi, it is one of the most spectacular flight you might have ever have taken over high mountainous range. You will be assisted upon arrival at Delhi airport and transferred to the hotel for wash and change, later to the airport for your flight to the onward destination.
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What's Inside the Package?

Include

checkAll ground transport, Sight seen as mentioned.

checkAirport transfer (domestic and international)

checkTwin sharing rooms in 3* hotels,

checkAll meals except in Delhi, Lunch in local restaurant.

checkEnglish speaking local guide for whole tour.

checkSeparate guide for Darjeeling, Sikkim Part and for Bhutan.

checkDelhi you will be accompany by escort.

checkVisa fee for Bhutan, Sikkim entry permit, Bhutan tourism development fee.

checkMonument fees in Bhutan. Last night in Delhi rooms for wash and change.

checkFlight Delhi – Bagdogara, Paro – Delhi in economy class.

Exclude

closeInternational air fare to and from Delhi.

closeBeverages

closePersonal exp.

closeMedical Evacuation

closeDinner on arrival in Delhi

closeMonument and Camera fee in India part

closeVisa to India (ask for multi-entry) Any expanses if occurred due to road block.

closeFlight cancelation

closePolitical unrest.

closeSickness or by unexpected circumstances beyond the control of Himalayan Frontiers.

Highlights

  • World famous tea gardens of Darjeeling,
  • Terraced field and dense forest ,
  • Rich Buddhist culture of Himalayan states,
  • Ancients Buddhist monasteries,
  • Breath taking view of Mighty Himalayan peaks,
  • Preserved culture heritage of Bhutan
  • Traditional art and craft of Bhutan
  • The land of Dzong and fortress.

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