India-Nepal

Duration : 29 Nights / 30 Days
Destinations :	Kolkata - Malda Town - Siliguri - New Jalpaiguri - Darjeeling - Pemayangtse - Gangtok - Lachung - Yumthang - Gangtok – Pemayangtse - Kalimpong - Darjeeling – Bhadrapur Airport – Kathmandu - Pokhara – Chitwan - Kathmandu – Delhizx

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrive Kolkata
On arrival transfer and check-in to the Hotel.

Day 02 : Kolkata
Full day sightseeing tour of Kolkata , which includes Victoria Memorial, a splendid architectural structure in white marble - modeled on the Taj Mahal, Indian Museum.

Day 03 : Kolkata – Malda Town (By train Kanchanjanga Exp # 5657 at 0645/1335 Hrs )
Early morning transfer to the Railway station to board the train to Malda Town. On arrival transfer and check-into the Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 04 : Malda Town
Half day sightseeing of Malda Town. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 05 : Malda Town – New Jalpaiguri (By train Kanchanjanga Exp # 5657 at 1355/1820 Hrs ) New Jalpaiguri – Siliguri (By surface 15-20 Kms)
On time transfer to the railway station to board the train to New Jalpaiguri. On arrival New Jalpaiguri drive to Siliguri and check-in to the Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 06 : Siliguri
Visit local city tour. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 07 : Siligri - New Jalpaiguri – Darjeeling (By Toy Train at 0915 Hrs)
Morning our vehicle will report at the Hotel to pick you up and transfer to the railway station to board the toy train. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Darjeeling on the way.

On arrival Darjeeling transfer and check-into the Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 08 : Darjeeling
Early morning tour to Tiger Hills (at around 4 am) to view sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak (subject to clear weather). On way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. Afternoon go for a half-day sight seeing of Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 09 : Darjeeling - Pemayangtse
Today morning drive to Pemayangtse. On arrival, check into hotel. Afternoon visit Yuksom Monastery. Overnight at hotel.

Day 10 : Pemayangtse - Gangtok
Today morning drive to Gangtok. On arrival check in into hotel. Overnight at hotel

Day 11 : Gangtok
Go for a half day sightseeing covering Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, Enchey Monastery, Research Institute of Tibetology, Chorten and world famous Rumtek Monastery

Day 12 : Gangtok
At dawn enjoy Tashiview. Afternoon an excursion to Phudong Monastery. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13 : Gangtok – Lachung
Pick from Gangtok Hotel and transfer to Lachung (117 kms / 05 1/2 hrs). En route sightseeing of enroute ,Kabi, Mangan,Singik,Maltim. Lunch enroute. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 14 : Lachung – Yumthang – Lachung
AM:Exc to Yumthang Valley & back. - The valley of flowers. Flora,Fauna,Rhododendrons and Primulas and found in abundance. Yumthang is the summer grazing grounds of the Yaks and winter play grounds of the Yetis. On the way back visit the Sulphur Hot Spring, considered to have medicinal properties.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 15 : Lachung – Gangtok
Transfer to Gangtok. On the way, see mighty Kanchendzonga from Singhik (subjected to good weather condition) and visit Phodang Monastery. Overnight at Hotel

Day 16 : Gangtok – Pemayangtse
Transfer to Pemayangtse (116 kms / 05 Hrs). Overnight at Hotel.

Day 17 : Pemayangtse – Kalimpong
Transfer for Kalimpong (115 kms / 05 Hrs). Enroute visit Pemayangtse Monastery. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 18 : Kalimpong
Today visit to Flower Nurseries, Durbin Dara Hills, Jang-Dong-Palriffo Brang, and Nature

Interpretation. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 19 : Kalimpong – Darjeeling
Transfer to Darjeeling. (70 kms / 03 Hrs) Overnight at Hotel. (OPTIONAL : River Rafting)

Day 20 : Darjeeling – Bhadrapur Airport – Kathmandu
On time transfer to Bhadrapur Airport (140 Kms / 3 Hrs) to board the flight to Kathmandu. On arrival in Kathmandu transfer to your Hotel. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 21 : Kathmandu
Sightseeing tour of the KATHMANDU CITY – The Hanumandhoka – Kathmandu's Durbar Square is the historic seat of royalty. Taleju Temple built by King Mahendra Malla in 1549 AD, the temple of Kal Bhairav - the God of destruction and the temple of Kumari (Vestal Virgin)

Later SWAYAMBHUNATH STUPA- the oldest Buddhist shrine. It is said to be 2,000 years old. Painted on the four sides of the spire’s base are the all – seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. It is 3 km west of Kathmandu City and is situated on a hillock about 77 m above the level of Kathmandu Valley and commands an excellent view of the Valley. This Stupa is the oldest of its kind in Nepal.

Afternoon, proceed to BOUDDHANATH STUPA: The stupa of Bouddhanath lies 8 kms east of Kathmandu. This ancient colossal Stupa is one of the biggest in the world, and is the centre of Tibetan Buddism in Nepal.

Next to PASUPATINATH TEMPLE: This important Hindu temple is the temple of Lord Shiva, The temple with a two tiered golden roof and silver door is considered one of the holiest shrines for Hindus. Although only Hindus are allowed inside the temple, visitors can witness the activities performed in the temple premises from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.

Day 22 : Kathmandu
Sightseeing tour of BHAKTAPUR CITY –Valley's most medieval city also known as Bhadgaon. It is situated about 14 kilometers east of Kathmandu and was one of the three kingdoms of the Mallas. Situated at an altitude of 1,401m, Bhaktapur covers an area of four square miles. The City of Devotees as it is known still retains its medieval charm and visitors to this ancient town are treated to a feast of cultural and artistic achievements. The past glory of the Malla rulers continues to be reflected in the Durbar Square. Pottery and Woodcaving are its traditional craft industries. Places to see here include the Lion Gate, the Picture Gallery, the Golden Gate and the Palace of 55 Windows. Here the ancient temples and palaces show the Newari craftsmanship of carved wooden windows and latticework.

Day 23 : Kathmandu – Pokhara (By flight)
Morning transfer to the Airport to connect flight for Pokhara. On arrival Pokhara transfer to the Hotel.

Half day sightseeing scenic places, temples and monuments of Pokhara.

Day 24 : Pokhara – Chitwan
Jungle Park (Chitwan Jungle 2 nights/3 Days):

Early morning, drive Pokhara to Chitwan and begin jungle activities,

Upon arrival, meet and transfer via boat across the Narayani river to Island Jungle Resort. On reaching resort, our guest relations officer will brief guest.

Day 25 : Chitwan
Full day Jungle Safari activities.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 26 : Chitwan – Kathmandu (By flight)
flight) Morning leave for Kathmnadu. On arrival transfer and check-into the Hotel.

Overnight at Hotel.

Day 27 : Kathmandu – Delhi (By flight 9W 261 at 1415/1545 Hrs)
On time transfer to the airport to connect flight to Delhi. On arrival Delhi transfer to the Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 28 : Delhi
This morning city tour of New Delhi covering Laxmi Narayan Temple – The Place of Gods, India Gate The memorial of martyrs, Parliament House – The Government headquarters. Afternoon city tour of Old Delhi covering Jama Masjid - The largest mosque in Asia, Red Fort - The red stone magic, Gandhi memorial – The memoir of father of the nation. Overnight hotel.

Day 29 : Delhi
This morning half day sightseeing of Delhi which covers Akshardham Temple.
Overnight at Hotel.

Day 30 : Delhi Departure
On time transfer to the Airport to connect flight for your onward destination.