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Journey Through Kolkatta, Darjeeling & Sikkim 10 nts / 11 days

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Explore Sikkim – ‘The Best Kept Secret in the Himalayas’. This tour sights you the Darjeeling the “Queen of Hills”, Tea Plantation, Local Living and Markets of North East state of Sikkim.

Tour Route :-

Arrive Kolkata 1 Night > Flight & Drive Darjeeling 3 Nights ( Tiger Hills & Toy Train Ride ) > Drive Pemayangste 1 Night > Drive Gangtok 2 Nights ( Rumtek Monastery ) > Drive Kalimpong 1 Night > Drive & Flight Kolkata 2 Nights ( Hooghly River ) & Leave.

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Day 01 : Arrive Kolkata

Upon arrival in Kolkata International Airport you are met by our Executive and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kolkata.

Day 02 : Kolkata – Bagdogra (By Flight) Bagdogra – Darjeeling (By Private Vehicle 95 Kms, 2 ½ Hrs Drive)

Today you are transferred to Kolkata Airport to board Flight for Bagdogra. Upon arrival in Bagdogra Airport you are met by our Representative and transferred by Private Vehicle for Darjeeling “Queens of Hills” through forest and Tea Plantations. You are likely to see famous Himalayan Toy Train on this drive as it chugs uphill. Upon arrival in Darjeeling check in to your pre booked Hotel.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 03 : Darjeeling

Early Morning drive to Tiger Hills to see Sunrise. On the return journey, Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batasia Loop. Later return to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast continue the sightseeing of Darjeeling Visiting the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Himalayan Zoological Park, Observatory Hill, Refugee Self Help center, and view point. Evening walk around town.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 04 : Darjeeling

Morning Toy Train Ride (Depends upon the weather conditions) exploring the Darjeeling and Tea Garden tour to witness the manufacturing process of Tea in the Factory.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Darjeeling

Day 05 : Darjeeling – Pemayangste (By Private Vehicle 75 Kms, 2 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private Vehicle for Pemayangste. Upon arrival in Pemayangste check in at your pre booked Hotel. Afternoon Visit to Pemayangste Monastery – one of the oldest buddhist monasteries of Sikkim which has a famous collection of ancient Buddhist antique idols, scriptures, then visit to the Famous View point of Mt. Kanchanjanga and Rabdentse Palace Ruins. Evening walk around small town and quiet village area.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Pemayangste.

Day 06 : Pemayangste – Gangtok (By Private Vehicle 117 Kms, 3 Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private Vehicle to Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim via Legship, Kewzing and Singtam. Upon arrival in Gangtok check in at your pre booked Hotel.Evening walk around town.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Gangtok.

Day 07 : Gangtok

Early Morning drive to Tashi View Point to see sunrise Return to hotel for breakfast Gangtok sightseeing. Gangtok, capital of Sikkim, meaning ‘ Hill Top ‘ was established in 1716 A.D. Interesting sightseeing areas are Enchay Monastery (212 years old) built on a site blessed by Lama Druptab Karpo, a tantric manster known for his power of flying. Then visit the Research institute of Tibetology, horten etc Afternoon visit to Rumtek Monastery (24 Km) First built in 1717 A.D. It was rebuilt by His Holiness Gyalwa Karmapa of Kagyupa Sect, the 16th Incarnation. Since his death in 1982, the devotees waited for fifteen years to discover the 17th. Incarnate in Tibet. He is in India, but yet to come to his Monastery in Sikkim. The style of the monastery is traditional, a copy of its Tibetan origin.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Gangtok.

Day 08 : Gangtok – Kalimpong (By Private Vehicle 90 Kms, 2 ½ Hrs Drive)

After breakfast leave by Private Vehicle for Kalimpong. Upon arrival in Kalimpong check in at your pre booked Hotel. Once an active focal point of Tibetan trade. Kalimpong is deal holiday town, mostly because of its balmy climate throughout the year. One can laze around in the tranquility or go souvenirs hunting at the market. Half day sightseeing visit Universal Nurseries where cactus, orchids and amaryllis are grown, the New Buddhist Monastery Zand – Zog – Plarifo, the old town and the market.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kalimpong.

Day 09 : Kalimpong – Bagdogra (By Private Car 100 Kms, 3 ½ Hrs Drive) Bagdogra – Kolkata (By Flight)

Today you leave by Private Vehicle for Bagdogra. Upon arrival in Bagdogra you are transferred to Bagdogra Airport to board flight for Kolkata. Upon arrival in Kolkata Airport you are met by our Representative and transferred to your pre booked Hotel.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kolkata.

Day 10 : Kolkata

Morning city tour of Kolkata visiting to the Fort William – a fort built on the Eastern banks of the river Hooghly by the Britishers and named after King William III of England, St Paul’s Cathedral, Birla Planetarium and the Botanical gardens.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kolkata.

Day 11 : Leave Kolkata

Today you are transferred to Kolkata International Airport to board flight for Onward Journey

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Alternatively, you may call us on 01753 577330 and we would be happy to assist you with any further enquiries you may have.

Our holiday itineraries are planned with utmost care. In case you wish to modify any part of the Itinerary, our experts will help you to meet your requirements.

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All the tours are tailored as per our clients requirements and you may choose your own date of departure from the United Kingdom, your own choice of hotels and your own duration of travel.

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Sinclairs Retreat Kalimpong

Sinclairs Retreat Kalimpong offers an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a spa and wellness centre. Each room here will provide you with a cable TV. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring bathrobes, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries and slippers. You can enjoy mountain view from the room. At Sinclairs Retreat Kalimpong you will find a 24-hour front desk, a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a games room and a tour desk. The Deolo Hill and the Dr. Graham’s House are within 10 km. The Kalimpong Bus Station is 6 km, the New Jalpaiguri Railway Station is 65 km and the Bagdogra Airport is 72 km away. Golden Oak Restaurant serves a selection of Indian and International delights. Hotel offers 28 Rooms

The Elgin Silver Oaks kalimpong

The Elgin Silver Oaks is located in Kalimpong. It operates a 24-hour front desk and offers free Wi-Fi access. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area and ironing facilities. Private bathrooms also come with a shower. You can enjoy a mountain view and a garden view from all the rooms. Heating facility is available. At The Elgin Silver Oaks you will find a garden and a terrace. Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, a tour desk and luggage storage. A bicycle can be rented to explore the nearby areas. The property offers free parking. The property is 27 km from Pedong Monastery. It is 85 km from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and Bagdogra Airport. Dining options include Silver Dining Room that serves Indian, Continental and Chinese cuisine. Refreshing beverages can be enjoyed at The Tea Lounge and Oak Bar.

Welcom Heritage Denzong Regency Gangtok

Welcom Heritage Denzong Regency offers a peaceful retreat with panoramic views of the Kanchenjunga Mountains. The property features a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Elegant rooms come with cosy wooden interiors and warm lighting. All the well-appointed rooms have a flat-screen TV, seating area and minibar. The attached bathroom has either a bathtub or shower facilities. Guests can play carom or mahjong in the games room. Entertainment options for children are also available. Staff at the tour desk can assist with sightseeing and travel arrangements. Mayal & Gyakho restaurant serves a fine selection of Indian, continental and oriental dishes. Hotel offers 26 Rooms

Mayfair Gangtok

Mayfair Gangtok boasts scenic mountain landscapes, an award-winning spa and 6 dining options. Featuring a spectacular architecture, it offers luxurious accommodation with wood flooring. All rooms are beautifully decorated with wood furnishings and fine beddings. They are cosy and have private balconies and various entertainment options like flat-screen cable TVs and DVD players. Select rooms have private pools and hot tubs. Enjoy excellent meals at The Orchid, an international cuisine restaurant or have a quick snack outdoors at Jungel Café. The pool bar offers cocktails and barbeque on the pool deck, while Tongba Bar features a selection of cigars and champagnes. The Mayfair Hotel’s award-winning spa provides customised treatments. It also has a well-equipped fitness centre and other recreational facilities like a billiard room and a library. Hotel offers 30 Rooms

The Elgin Nor-Khill Gangtok

The Elgin Nor-Khill offers luxurious rooms with free Wi-Fi in Gangtok. Palzor Stadium is 500 metres away. Hotel Offers 25 Rooms. The rooms are equipped with a satellite flat-screen TV and DVD player. They also include a minibar, seating area, and private bathroom with free toiletries. The Shangri La Dining Room serves Indian, Chinese, and continental cuisine. The hotel also offers a library, bicycle rental, and lounge with a piano. Rumtek Monastery is 8 km away, while Bagdogra Airport is 120 km from the hotel.

Norbu Ghang Resort Pelling

Norbu Ghang Resort is located 1 km from the popular Pemayangtse Monastery. Free WiFi access is available in the public areas this resort. The accommodation will provide you with a TV, desk and a seating area. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with free toiletries. You can enjoy mountain view from the room. At Norbu Ghang Resort you will find a 24-hour front desk and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, a shared lounge and a games room. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. This resort is 3 km from Kanchenjunga waterfalls and 5 km from the sacred Kechopalari Lake. The New Jalpaiguri Bus Station and the New Jalpaiguri Railway Station is 150 km away while the Bagdogra Airport is 140 km away. It offers 26 Rooms

The Elgin Mount Pandim Pelling

The Elgin Mount Pandim features a restaurant and bar. Offering free Wi-Fi, the property is located in Pelling, 900 metres from the Rabdentse Ruins. Hotel Offers 30 Rooms With views of the mountains, rooms have a private bathroom. They come with a flat-screen TV, minibar and wardrobe. The property is 140 km from Bagdogra Airport.

Hotel Viceroy Darjeeling

Hotel Viceroy offers beautiful mountain views 2,439 m above sea level. Relaxing hot tubs and saunas are available. Guests can lounge at the large sundeck, or arrange day trips at the tour desk. Featuring a cosy fireplace, all guestrooms include a satellite TV and electric kettle. Enjoying mountain views, rooms also have a private bathroom with a shower. Hotel Viceroy is 4.7 km from Tenzing Rock, a challenging site for rock climbers. It is 6 km from the Ghoom Monestery and 10 km from the snow-capped Tiger Hill. Jalpaiguri Railway Station is 75 km away, whle Bagdogra Airport is 80 km away. The hotel provides laundry and dry cleaning services. Hotel offers 40 Rooms

Mayfair Darjeeling

Mayfair Darjeeling provides classic Indian-style rooms with flat-screen TVs. Providing free Wi-Fi in common areas and free parking, it has a spa, gym and wood-panelled library. Featuring pleasant pastel shades and hints of yellow, spacious rooms are fitted with carved wood furnishings. Guests can enjoy the comfort of a sofa and fireplace. Private bathrooms have a bathtub and hairdryer. Spend lazy afternoons in the games rooms, which has pool and table tennis facilities. Alternatively explore scenic Darjeeling with the tour and transport services provided at Mayfair. Concierge service is available. A wide spread of Indian specialities as well as Western and Asian dishes are on offer at Magnolia Restaurant. Meals can be served in the privacy of rooms. Mayfair Darjeeling is located 900 m from the Bengal Natural History Museum. It is within 2.5 km from Darjeeling Railway Station and Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park. Hotel offers 44 Rooms

The Elgin Darjeeling

The Elgin Hotel offers elegant accommodation in Darjeeling. With bike rental, the property is 5 km from the Darjeeling Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Darjeeling Himalayan Zoological Park. With mountain and garden views, all rooms include free Wi-Fi, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathroom comes with a shower. On site, guests will find the Silver Dining Room Restaurant serving Indian, regional, Chinese and continental cuisine. There is also a tea lounge and a bar. The Elgin Hotel is 1.5 km from Darjeeling Train Station, while the Himalayan Flower Nursery is 9 km away.

Fortune Park Panchwati Kolkata

Fortune Park Panchwati offers 4-star accommodation with free Wi-Fi. It is easily accessible from Kona Expressway and is 28 km from Kolkata Airport. Panchwati Fortune Park is a 25-minute drive from Kolkata’s Esplanade. Well-known Howrah Bridge is just 1.5 km from the hotel. Air-conditioned rooms are spacious and fitted with modern furnishings. They are equipped with cable TV, a safe and tea/coffee making facilities. Large bathrooms have a bathtub with overhead shower and toiletries. Guests can lounge by the large outdoor pool or enjoy a game of tennis. Travel arrangements can be made at Fortune Park’s tour desk. Staff are available at reception throughout the day, and can provide business and concierge services. Panchwati Fortune Park’s coffee shop serves buffet breakfast daily and is open 24 hours a day. Hotel Offers 150 Rooms

The Pride Kolkata

The Pride Hotel Kolkata is a luxurious 5-star hotel located 7 km from Kolkata New Airport, and 18 km from the city centre. It offers a 24-hour coffee shop. Air-conditioned guest rooms are fitted with a work desk, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. A minibar, safe and free fruit basket is included in the rooms. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel offers 153 Rooms

Taj Bengal Kolkata

Taj Bengal offers 5-star luxury with elegant rooms, an outdoor pool and spa. It features a 24-hour gym, free parking and 6 restaurants. Taj Bengal is within 3 km of Kolkata's business district and the National Library. It is 4 km from the well-known Eden Gardens and 19 km from Kolkata International Airport. Air-conditioned rooms feature classic wood furnishings and fabrics of cream and gold. They come with a tea/coffee maker, minibar and an electronic safe. Guests can enjoy traditional Indian massages at Taj Spa & Salon after a day of activity. The property also houses a well-equipped business centre. Dining highlights include the award-winning Hub - The Coffee Shop, which features international favourites 24 hours a day. Indian specialities are served at Sonargaon, Eastern Mediterranean cuisine at Souk and Chinese Specialties at Chinoiserie while The Promenade Lounge offers afternoon tea. Hotel offers 229 Rooms

The Park Kolkata

The Park Kolkata is located on Kolkata’s historic Park Street. It features 8 dining options, a spa, a nightclub and luxurious rooms in a downtown location. Roxy bar offers refreshing beverages while Tantra is the resident 5000 square foot nightclub. The Street is a café cum Deli, Zen is a South-East Asian specialty restaurant and Someplace Else (bar) is one of the most famous places to view live performances in the city. Aqua offers a glamorous al fresco bar and dining experience. The stylish rooms at The Park, Kolkata come with modern décor. Each non-smoking room is equipped with a 42-inch flat-screen TV, DVD player and electric tea kettle. The en suite bathroom features relaxing rain showers.The property also provides complimentary Wi-Fi for 1 hour per day. Kolkata Park is 500 m from Victoria Memorial and 1 km from the Indian Museum. Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is about 15 km away. To relax, guests can work out at the fitness centre or swim in the pool. The hotel provides currency exchange and car rental services. Local souvenirs can be purchased at the gift shop. Hotel offers 149 Rooms

ITC Sonar Kolkata

ITC Sonar Kolkata offers an outdoor swimming pool and 5 dining options,. The Science City Bus Station is 500 m and the Sealdah Railway Station is 4.5 km. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning, a minibar and a seating area. There is also an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath and a hairdryer. At ITC Sonar Kolkata you will find a 24-hour front desk and a bar. Other facilities offered at the property include tour desk and luggage storage. The property offers free parking. The hotel is 6.2 km from the Missionaries of Charity, 7.7 km from the Indian Museum and 8.5 km from Victoria Memorial. The Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport is 14.7 km away. Dining option includes Pan Asian that serves flavours of East, Dum Pukht that serves Awadhi, Peshawari that serves North West Frontier cuisine and Eden Pavilion that is an all-day dining restaurant. Refreshing beverages and grilled food can be enjoyed at West View. Hotel offers 238 Rooms



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Testimonials
Hi Rajiv
I just wanted write and thank you for putting together such a fantastic holiday in India.  In particular, the family would like to extend our most sincere thanks to Rishi (I think this is how you spell his name).  He was our driver from Delhi all the way to Udaipur. He was kind and totally responsive to our needs, sharing his knowledge about the areas we visited and India in general.  He was so flexible that he was a joy to spend so much time with.   Please pass on our thanks to …
Mrs Anne Rachel Bilham, Mr Michael John Bilham, Mr Peter Bartholomew Bilham, Mr Charles Patrick Bilham
Hi Rajiv I just wanted write and thank you for putting together such a fantastic holiday in India. In particular, the family would like to extend our most sincere thanks to Rishi (I think this is how you spell his name). He was our driver from Delhi all the way to Udaipur. He was kind and totally responsive to our needs, sharing his knowledge about the areas we visited and India in general. He was so flexible that he was a joy to spend so much time with. Please pass on our thanks to him…
Mrs Anne Rachel Bilham, Mr Michael John Bilham, Mr Peter Bartholomew Bilham, Mr Charles Patrick Bilham
I would like to thank you for arranging our recent trip to southern India. The whole experience was amazing. The organisation was superb throughout with very different but equally good hotels and guides. The driver,Anbu was excellent and made us feel very safe and secure which is very important when 2 women are travelling together over long distances. The most important aspect however was the rearranging of the itinerary due to the floods in Chennai so we could continue our holiday and fly home …
Mrs Caralyn Shaw
Hi Rajiv Just wanted to thank you and your team for a well organised trip. Me and my partner felt very safe and supported at all destinations which was particularly a concern for us given two travelling alone. I would also like to mention and give personal thanks to Giresh our operator in Deli and our guide in Amritsar Sandy who are a credit to the overall organisation of the trip. We will be booking again next year and I look forward to getting in touch with you for our future holiday pla…
Miss Khadine Kirk
Dear Rajiv and Gouri, I am safely returned from my month in India in one piece. The trip was fantastic all round and very well organised, with all the agents / drivers / guides in the right place at the right time etc and of a high standard. The itinerary certainly afforded a wide cross section of different places in the country, and has wetted my appetite to go back and explore again, perhaps in more detail in some areas. I particularly enjoyed the Heritage hotels, the most interesting…
Mr Stephen Edwards
Hello Rajiv
I just wanted to say many thanks for organising our tour of India’s Golden Triangle with The Maharajas Express.  My mum and I were met at the airport by Girish with beautiful garlands and I was presented with a lovely bouquet for my birthday.  It was very thoughtful – we had a lovely time at our sightseeing tour. The train journey was simply fantastic and even my mum agreed that we should have booked the 7 day tour!
Thanks again for all your help in making our holiday one we wi…
Ms Katherine Liza Antoinetta Fernandes and Mrs Luisinha Tomesinha Fernandes
Hi Rajiv Happy New Year to you, hope all is well with you. We are back from our tour of Sri Lanka and break in Dubai. We had a wonderful time in Sri Lanka and the whole tour went very well, all according to itinerary that you had arranged. Our sincere thanks also go to the driver/guide Mr Lal Mendes . He made the whole journey very memorable. Thanks again for arranging this holiday and we would definitely contact you for our next trip abroad and if we ever decide to return to Sri Lanka , a…
Mr and Mrs Jokhiya
To:         Rajiv Wahie We wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our trip to India. From our first conversation with you until our return home.The hotel, Palace on Wheels train,and sites were exceptional. The service and warm heart of the Indian people_______________was SUPER. The special attention that we received from our guide Girish and our driver Rishi was exceptional. They deserve a raise. I left my carry on suit case at the train and they were more upset than I was (i…
Bruno and Johnye Tarabocchia
Good morning Rajiv We have now arrived back to the UK and I/we wanted to let you know that our holiday was FANTASTIC! Everything went perfectly, from the moment we arrived at the hotel in Delhi the representative was there waiting to greet us with a garland of flowers! The “Vacations” company were superb and please can you pass on our warm thanks to all those involved including Vicray ( VJ) our driver for the week, Meena, who did our tour of Delhi ( the rickshaw ride in Old Delhi was amazing) …
Annette and Andy Nash & Catherine and Neil Dean
Feedback – Tailor Made Holidays In India 4U Name: Mrs. E. Charlton Start Date of The Tour: 28 December 2014 Comments about the Tour: I kept meaning to leave my feedback on our holiday to South East Asia, Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. Here at last with a huge thank you to Rajiv for being so efficient. This was the first time we had an organised holiday abroad. It was wonderful, extremely well organised. The guides were all very professionnal and helpful. We had nice comfortable cars. The hotels…
Mr & Mrs Charlton
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