Duration: 23Days / 22 Nights
Destinations: (Delhi - Paro - Thimphu - Phuntsholing - Kalimpong - Gangtok - Yuksom - Pemayangtse -
Darjeeling - Bagdogra - Delhi - Srinagar - Kargil - Leh - Delhi)
Day 01: Delhi (Arrival)
Around midnight arrival in Delhi. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Paro (by air)
After having the breakfast you will drive to the airport to board flight for Paro. Arrival in Paro in the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 03: Paro
Today you will start your day by visiting the National Museum. After the visit of the National museum you will go for an excursion to Takstang monastery. It is also known as 'tiger's nest' because Guru Rinpoche is said to have flown to the site on the back of a tigress in the eighth century. It has been one of the kingdom's most sacred sites ever since, and will be rebuilt in its original style once an auspicious date has been chosen.
Day 04: Paro - Thimphu
Today you will drive from Paro to Thimphu. The rest of the day at leisure at the hotel.
Day 05: Thimphu
At 7,710 feet in the fertile valley of the Wang chu river, the capital Thimphu is an engaging blend of the old and the new. The capital's most striking visual landmark is the magnificent Taschichho-Dzong, which is the seat of the Royal Government and Central Monastic Body. Today, you will visit the national library to see the collection of rare and precious collection of Buddhism. Today you will also visit a painting school and the center of the traditional medicines. In the evening you will visit the Taschichho-Dzong and Memorial Chorten.
Day 06: Thimphu - Phuntsholing
In the morning after having breakfast you will drive to Phuntsholing. Rest of the day at leisure in Phuntsholing.
Day 07: Phuntsholing - Kalimpong
Today you will drive from Phuntsholing to Kalimpong. Kalimpong, a remote hill station has been a meeting point of the once "three closed lands" on the trade route to Tibet. The beautiful mountain scenery and the abundance of flowers have made Kalimpong an attractive resort.
Day 08: Kalimpong - Gangtok
In the morning you will have sightseeing in Kalimpong. Later you will drive from Kalimpong to Gangtok.
Day 09: Gangtok
Today you will have full day sightseeing. In Gangtok, you will visit the Rumtek Monastery, Tibetology Institute, Enchey Monastery and Bazaar.
Day 10: Gangtok - Yuksom
In the morning after having breakfast you will drive to Yuksom.
Day 11: Yuksom - Pemanyangtse
In the morning you will visit Dhubdi Monastery and Coronation Throne. After having lunch you will drive from Yuksom to Pemayangtse.
Day 12: Pemanyangtse
In the morning visit Pemanyangtse Monastery and Rabdantse Ruins.
Day 13: Pemanyangtse - Darjeeling
After having breakfast you will drive to Darjeeling.
Day 14: Darjeeling
Very early in the morning you will drive to Tiger Hill (around 11 km) to enjoy the sunrise. Tiger Hill (2590 m) is the highest point in this area. There is a breathtaking view of the sunrise on the Kanchenjunga mountains. Mount Everest (8842 m) is also visible on a clear day. After viewing the Tiger Hill you will drive to the hotel and have breakfast. After having breakfast you will explore Darjeeling and its surroundings and visit the village Lablong and the institute of mountaineering.
Day 15: Darjeeling - Bagdogra - Delhi (by air)
In the morning you will drive to the Bagdogra airport for the flight to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi in the afternoon. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 16: Delhi - Srinagar (by air)
In the morning transfer to the airport for the flight to Srinagar. Arrival in Srinagar in the afternoon. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel in Srinagar. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 17: Srinagar
Today you will start your sightseeing in Srinagar. Today you will visit the famous Mughal gardens in Srinagar. In the Mughal gardens first of all you will view the Chashma Shahi. Chashma Shahi means the Royal Spring and is dedicated to the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. After visiting the Chashma Shahi you will visit the Nishat and Shalimar Mughal Gardens. Both the gardens are built on a symmetrical plan of central waterways with fountains dividing a series of gardened terraces. In the evening you will visit the Shankaracharya Temple. This temple is located on a sharp hill, 1,000 feet high and houses a small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. From the top of the hills, you would be able to have a panoramic view of the Kashmir Valley.
Day 18: Srinagar - Kargil
In the morning after having breakfast you will drive to Kargil. On the way you will cross Zoji La pass which is situated at a height of 3529 meters. Zoji La marks the boundary between Kashmir and Ladakh. This pass is sometimes blocked by snow each year. On Zoji La pas there is one way traffic, so you will have to wait for traffic controller announcement for crossing Zoji La. In the evening you will reach Drass which is the second coldest inhabited places in the world. After reaching Drass you will drive further towards Kargil. Upon arrival transferred to Hotel.
Day 19: Kargil - Leh
In the morning after having breakfast you will drive to Leh. The drive from Kargil to Leh is fascinating and full of excitement. Due to its altitude (3500 m) Ladakh is also known as the roof of the world. Leh was an important place in the historical times on the silk road to central Asia. The rest of the day is at leisure to acclimatize yourselves to the high altitude of Leh. In the evening you will visit Leh Bazaar and Leh monastery.
Day 20: Leh
Today you will start your excursion by visiting the monastery of Thikse. Thikse is one of the most imposing monastery in Ladakh. After visiting Thikse monastery you will visit the village of Shey on the eastern bank of the Indus. Shey was the royal residence and was located at an important vantage point in the Indus valley. It has a large victory Stupa which is topped with gold. After the visit of the monastery of Shey you will visit the monastery of Hemis. The rich monastery of Hemis is the biggest in Ladakh and is perched on top of a pleasant green hill surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery.
Day 21: Leh - Delhi (by air)
In the morning you will drive to the airport for the flight to Delhi. Arrival in Delhi in the afternoon. Upon arrival, you will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel in Delhi. The rest of the day at leisure.
Day 22: Delhi
Full day is free for shopping and other activities.
Day 23: Delhi (Departure)
Around midnight flight to home destination.
