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Sikkim, Meghalaya

Cherrapunji, Shillong, Guwahati, Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Darjeeling
Duration

13 Days 12 Nights

Tour Type

Customized

Tour Category

Domestic Tours, North East

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Sikkim, Darjeeling, Assam, and Meghalaya, a 13-day adventure that encapsulates the diverse beauty and culture of Northeast India. Begin in Sikkim and Darjeeling, where misty tea gardens and the iconic Darjeeling Himalayan Railway unfold against the backdrop of the mighty Kanchenjunga. Move on to Assam, where the lush Brahmaputra valley welcomes you with its tea plantations and vibrant markets, offering a glimpse into traditional Assamese life. Finally, in Meghalaya, be enchanted by the living root bridges, cascading waterfalls, and mysterious caves that adorn the state’s landscape, as you immerse yourself in the unique Khasi culture. This tour promises an unforgettable blend of natural wonders, cultural experiences, and the warm hospitality of the Northeastern people.

Highlights

Meghalaya's unparalleled natural beauty makes it a highly sought-after holiday destination in India. However, the major tourist attractions in Meghalaya go far beyond its national parks, natural landforms, waterfalls, towering peaks, caves, and so on. Sikkim is one of the most famous tourist destinations in North East India. Its marvellous landscape is dotted with high altitude lakes, rolling green mountains, colourful rhododendron groves, azure rivers, milky waterfalls, beautiful monasteries and unparalleled views of Mt. The popularity of Meghalaya is largely attributed to the numerous astonishing waterfalls it is blessed with. One of the most popular ones among these waterfalls is Elephant Falls. It is a 3-tiered waterfall situated in the middle of a refreshing lush green forest.
Shillong is considered as the Scotland Of The East because of its pristine beauty and the lush green hills that encapsulate it beautifully. Shillong adorns beautiful waterfalls, lush green fields, and hills that make it one of the most visited tourist places in Meghalaya and the entire North-East.
Counted amongst the best places to visit for a holiday in India, Gangtok in Sikkim is no less than a paradise. The city offers views of the third highest mountain peak in the world, Mt. Kanchenjunga, and has many points of tourist interest in and around it including Enchey Monastery, Tsomgo Lake and Nathu La.


Day 1 - Guwahati Airport / Rly Station to Cherrapunjee - Transfer

Approx Distance: 165 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours On arrival at Guwahati Airport / Railway Station & transfer to Cherrapunjee (4,400 ft.), the wettest place in the world. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee.

Day 2 - Cherrapunjee - Local Sightseeing

Get up early to enjoy the mesmerizing mornings of Cherrapunjee. Visit Eco Park, Dainthlen Falls, Nohkalikai Falls, Nohsngithiang Falls (Seven Sisters Falls), Mawsmai Cave, Thangkharang Park. Overnight stay at Cherrapunjee. Optional Activity- Proceed for a full day trekking to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge at Nongriat Village. Need to trek approx. 3200 steps each way to the Double Decker Living Root Bridge. We can further trek down to the Rainbow Falls which take about 60 to 90 minutes from the Double Decker Living Root Bridge.

Day 3 - Cherrapunjee to Shillong - Transfer via Mawlynong and Dawki

Approx Distance: 270 Km • Est. Travel Time: 9 hours After early breakfast check out and drive to Mawlynnong Cleanest Village. Mawlynnong offers many interesting sights such as the living root bridge and another strange natural phenomenon of a boulder balancing on another small rock. Later proceed to Dawki, a small town near India Bangladesh border. Enjoy breathtaking view of the Umangot River. Afternoon transfer to Shillong. On arival check in at hotel and overnight stay at Shillong.

Day 4 - Shillong to Laitlum Canyons - Krang Suri Falls - Excursion

Approx Distance: 115 Km • Est. Travel Time: 4 hours After breakfast proceed to Laitlum Canyons for some breathtaking views. Then visit Krang Suri Falls. It is one of the best waterfalls in Meghalaya. You can also swim in a naturally formed pool here. You can also go behind the waterfall and see the water falling in front of you. After Lunch (Own cost) return back to Shillong. Overnight at Shillong.

Day 5 - Shillong to Guwahati - Sightseeing and Transfer

Approx Distance: 100 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hours After breakfast check out from hotel and visit Don Bosco Museum (Sunday Closed) & Ward’s Lake. After that drive to Guwahati. Arrive and check in at your hotel. In evening we suggest an optional tour of Golden sunset cruise on the Brahmaputra (Direct Payment by own). Overnight stay at Guwahati.

Day 6 - Guwahati Hotel to Guwahati Airport / Rly Station - Transfer

After breakfast visit Kamakhya Temple (Notes -Timing 08:00 A.M till 01:00 P.M & 3:00 P.M till its gets dark). Transfer to Guwahati Airport / Railway Station for your onward journey. Note: Temple visit will depend on your departure time. It May be done on previous day. + (Contd. 6th Day) : Bagdogra Airport to Darjeeling - Pickup Approx Distance: 70 Km • Est. Travel Time: 3 hours Meet and Greet on arrival at Bagdogra International Airport and transfer to Darjeeling (6,950 Ft.). On arrival check-in to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 7 - Darjeeling - Fullday Sightseeing with Tiger Hill

Approx Distance: 130 Km • Est. Travel Time: 8 hours Early morning (4:00 AM) visit Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of token, if not possible at the time of Sunrise, then it will be covered in day time.) and then back to hotel. After breakfast, starting at 8.30 AM, visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Ropeway (Note: Closed on 19th of Every Month), Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple(Peace Pagoda). Evening free for shopping or leisure. Overnight stay at Darjeeling.

Day 8 - Darjeeling to Gangtok - Transfer

Approx Distance: 110 Km • Est. Travel Time: 4 hours After breakfast check out from hotel & transfer to Gangtok (5,500 Ft.). On arrival check-in to hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Gangtok.

Day 9 - Gangtok to Tsomgo Lake & Baba Mandir - Excursion

Approx Distance: 120 Km • Est. Travel Time: 8 hours After breakfast, start for an excursion to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft. / 37 Kms. / 02 Hrs. from Gangtok) and further drive to Baba Mandir (13,200 ft. / 16 Kms. / 01 Hrs. from Tsomgo Lake). Evening back to Gangtok. Overnight stay at Gangtok. Note: In case of Land slide or any other reason Tsomgo Lake is closed we will provided alternate sightseeing. Due to winter season (heavy snow) vehicle will be able to drive till Snow point on the way to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir.

Day 10 - Gangtok to Lachen - Drive with on the way Sightseeing

Approx Distance: 130 Km • Est. Travel Time: 6 hours After breakfast check out from hotel with limited luggage and proceed to Lachen (8,980 Ft.) in North Sikkim. On the way, take a break for some beautiful spots that are worth seeing and visiting like Naga Waterfall, The Confluence of Lachen Chu (River) and Lachung Chu (River) at Chungthang. On arrival at Lachen, check into your hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at Lachen.

Day 11 - Lachen to Lachung - Transfer With Gurudongmar Lake Excursion

Approx Distance: 120 Km • Est. Travel Time: 10 hours After Early breakfast proceed to Gurudongmar Lake (17,100 Ft.) enrout visit Thangu Valley (12,795 Ft.) and Gurudongmar Lake is the second highest lake in the World and it will take approx 3-4 hours’ drive from Lachen (One way). The Lake generally is covered with snow from December to April or even more and is known as the Holy / Sacred Lake. Afternoon back to hotel for lunch at Lachen and check out for a 2 hrs. Drive to Lachung (8,738 Ft.). Evening arrival and check-in to the hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at Lachung. Note: Due to winter season (heavy snow) vehicle will be able to drive till Snow point on the way to Gurudongmar Lake.

Day 12 - Lachung to Gangtok - Transfer With Yumthang Valley Excursion

Approx Distance: 160 Km • Est. Travel Time: 8 hours Early Morning drive to Yumthang Valley is known as Valley of Flowers (12,000 ft / 26 Kms / 1½ Hrs. one way). Yumthang is the summer grazing ground of the yaks and winter playgrounds of yetis. On the way back, visit Hot Spring, which is considered to have medicinal properties. Back to hotel for lunch and drive to Gangtok (5,500 Ft.). On the way, if the weather is clear you may get to see the mighty Khangchendzonga from Singhik view point. On arrival at Gangtok, check-in to your hotel. Overnight stay at Gangtok. Note: Due to winter season (heavy snow) vehicle will be able to drive till Snow point on the way to Yumthang Valley.

Day 13 - Gangtok to Bagdogra Airport - Drop

Approx Distance: 125 Km • Est. Travel Time: 5 hours After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and take departure transfer to Bagdogra International Airport for your onward journey.

Cherapunjee

Manha Hotel / Similar

Shillong

Nirvana Orchid (Formerly Named Orchid Annex) / Similar

Guwahati

Mayflower Hotel / Similar

Darjeeling

Silver Star (Veg) / Similar

Gangtok

Kisa Retreat (Veg) / Similar

Lachen

Lachen Heritage (Veg) / Similar

Lachung

Lachung Heritage / Similar

  • Inclusions

  • Accommodation as mentioned in hotel section
  • Meal Plan (as mentioned above)
  • Exclusive AC vehicle for transfers & sightseeing. (AC will not run in hill area)
  • All hotel taxes (as per itinerary)
  • Exclusions

  • Air Fare / Train fare
  • Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, porterage
  • Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary

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