Darjeeling Honeymoon Tour Package

Day 1: Delhi

Upon arrival in the Indian capital of New Delhi, you will be greeted by a representative of Sushant Travels at the international airport named after Indira Gandhi. Then transfer to the hotel. Overnight at hotel in Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi-Bagdogra-Darjeeling

In the morning after breakfast, check-out, and transfer to the airport for a flight to Bagdogra. Upon arrival at the airport, transfer to Darjeeling, "Queen of the hills". Situated at an altitude of 2258m above sea level, among the picturesque green hills framed by snowy peaks, where Kanchenjunga shines, Darjeeling provides a great place for those who seek harmony with nature. This city is also the world's famous center for growing and processing tea. In total there are more than 80 plantations, on which annually more than 10 million kg of tea is collected. On the way to Darjeeling, you will visit the Buddhist monastery Bokar, painted in bright red and yellow tones, in Mirik. Situated on the top of a hill, this monastery is famous for its rich wall paintings. The monastery adheres to the traditions of the Mahayana school of Buddhism and is dedicated to the teachings of "Kalachakra". About 200 monks live in the monastery. Here they teach the practice of meditation Karma Kagyu. Then you continue your journey to Darjeeling. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax. Overnight in Darjeeling.

Day 3: Darjeeling

Early in the morning you will set off to meet the dawn on the Tigris Hill (2590 m) , a place that has gained worldwide fame due to the magnificent panorama of the dawn over the glistening Kanchenjunga and other majestic peaks of the eastern Himalayas, such as Makaluand Janu. Even Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, is visible from the Tigris hill on a clear, sunny day. The exact time of departure from the hotel for an excursion to the Tigris Hill depends on the time of the dawn at this time of the year and is updated closer to the date of travel. Also, the availability of this excursion depends on the conditions of visibility, especially in winter (from December to February) and in the rainy season (July to September). On the way back you will visit the Buddhist monastery of Ghum, also known as "Yogachoeling Gompa." The monastery was founded by a Mongolian astrologer in 1875. Inside the central entrance to the monastery is a huge statue of the sitting Buddha of Maitreya (the coming Buddha). Lord Maitreya sits on the throne, his legs are not crossed according to the Eastern custom, but are lowered to the ground. This is a sign of the Lord's coming soon. Hundreds of Buddhist prayer flags flutter over this holy place, which is very popular, both with Buddhist and Hindu believers.

Day 4: Darjeeling-Pelling

after morning breakfast at the hotel - transfer to Pelling "check-out at 7:30" On the way, you will visit the Happy Valley tea plantation. The most elite Indian type of tea "Darjeeling", appreciated by the English for the refined, slightly tart taste grows here. The age of some tea bushes reaches 100-150 years. The garden is located at an altitude of 2750 meters above sea level and is considered one of the most high-altitude plantations in the world.Continuation of the way to Pelling, a small picturesque town, located on the slopes of a mountain range with superbly rich flora and fauna and picturesque views of the Himalayan peaks. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Later tour in the monastery of Pmayangtse is the main attraction of this small town and one of the main monasteries of Sikkim. The monastery began its existence as a small temple, when in 1705 it was founded by the Lama Latsun Chemko. Also, you will seethe ancient ruins of Rabdangze , which once served as the capital of Sikkim and was destroyed by the invading Nepalese army. A 30 minute walk along a paved path through a beautiful mountain forest will lead you to the ruins of the former palace of the rulers of Sikkim, from where you can see an amazing view of the valley. Return to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Pelling-Gangtok

Early in the morning, a walk (50 minutes) to Sangacholing Monastery is the "place of secret spells", one of the oldest monasteries in Sikkim, famous for its colorful wall paintings. The monastery was built in 1697 and belongs to the same Gelugpa school as Pmayangtse. The creation of this monastery was dedicated to Guru Rinpoche. Then return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast departure from Pelling to Gangtok, which became the capital of Sikkim in the middle of the 19th century. As the basis of his name was taken Sikkim word "mountain top". The city descends the slope of a long ridge of hills along the Ranipul River. From many points of the city a stunning view of Kanchenjunga opens. On the way you will visit the Bon Monastery, where you will get a rare opportunity to get acquainted with the religion of Bon, which is the forerunner of Tibetan Buddhism. At present, the followers of the Bon religion live on the outskirts of Tibet, in Bhutan and Sikkim. The main symbol of Bon or Bon-po is a swastika, and the word "Bon" comes from the yun-drun-gi-bong. About this religion there are the most contradictory opinions. Some researchers believe that it is a synthesis of witchcraft and fetishism. But the main distinguishing feature of the monastery is sacred dance of masks "Tsam" and dance "Mahakal", performed by monks during the annual festival "Pang Lhabsol" (from September to early December), as one of the ritual worship of the sacred Kanchenjunga. Upon arrival in Gangtok, accommodation, rest and overnight at the hotel.

Day 6: Gangtok

After breakfast - a tour of Gangtok. As a basis for its name is taken Sikkim word "mountain peak". First you will visit one of the largest and most beautiful monasteries of Sikkim, the monastery of the Karma Kagyu Rumtek (24 km from Gangtok), the place from where Gyalwa Karmapa (16th Karmapa) rules, is the head of the Kagyu current in Tibetan Buddhism. Here are stored priceless ancient manuscripts and artfully painted tanks. The main attraction of the monastery is the Golden Stupa, which stores relics of the 16th Karmapa. There is also a college for studying Buddhism and Tibetan philosophy. Near the monastery are cells, where the monks retire to complete solitude for a period of up to three years.

Day 7 Gangtok-Kalimpong

After an early breakfast drive to Kalimpong (7:30). Located in the green expanses of the middle Himalayas, this mountain resort is unusually beautiful against the background of azure sky and proudly rising snowy Himalayan peaks. In this city there is a rare ethnic mixture of beautiful mountain nationalities, and it also attracts with its natural beauty and charm. Upon arrival in Kalimpong - accommodation in the hotel and then departure for a tour of the city. This place, connected with the memory of Helena Roerich, who lived for many years in Kalimpong, writing books of Living Ethics. The climate of Kalimpong is ideal for cultivating such exotic flowers as lilies, anthuriums, gerbera roses, dahlias, gladiolus, and also orchids and cacti. Therefore, in Kalimpong there are several dozens of flower greenhouses. At the beginning of the tour you will visit the flower greenhouse "Pine View". Then you will go to the monastery of Zhang Dhok Parli Pkhodang or the monastery of Durpi, located in the town of Durpin Dara. From here you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city and its surroundings. The monastery is famous for its rare collection of Tibetan Buddhist manuscripts and an excellent private library for studying Tibetan and other Himalayan languages ​​and culture.

Day 8: Kalimpong-Bagdogra-Delhi

In the morning, After breakfast check-out, transfer to Bagdogra and transfer to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, you will meet the representative of Sushant Travels at the airport and transfer to the hotel / or domestic / or international airport according to your further program.