The queen of the hills is a Himalayan city in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is internationally renowned as a tourist destination for its spectacular view of Mt.Kanchandzonga, along with its tea industry and the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. One can have the view of entire Singalila Range along with Mt.Kanchandzonga, Bhutan Himalaya and a part of Everest range from Darjeeling. The eye caching valleys, meandering rivers and of course the lush green tea gardens are the unique features of Darjeeling .Beside all these the main attractions of this popular hill stations are Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI) , Himalayan Zoo , Tiger Hill , Rock Garden , Batashiya Loop.
Arrival at Bagdogra International AIrport or New Jalpaiguri railway station or Siliguri Junction you are cordially invited to our place and transfer to Darjeeling. Darjeeling Scenic beauty is worth enjoying. The majestic Himalayas popularly known as the Queen of the hills - Jewel in the crown of the Eastern Himalayas with mesmerizing beauty offers spectacular views of the Mount Everest, Mount Kanchendzonga and the rest of spectacular Himalayan range – settle into your accommodation. Take a rest and then a walk around at the small hilly town to appreciate the new culture you are in. Evening try the food at Glenarieys,it’s a worth visiting.Night stay at Darjeeling Hotel.
Early morning start for Tiger Hill (subject to availability of pass) to watch the spectacular sunrise and its amazing effects on the Mt. Kanchendzonga (Worlds 3rd highest peak), Visit Ghoom Monastery and Batashia Loop War Memorial while returning to the Hotel. After breakfast followed by half day mixed point local sightseeing covering RopeWay, Tenzing rock, Gombu Rock, Padmaja N. Zoological Garden, Tibetan Refugee Self-help Center, Himalayan Tibet museum, happy valley tea estate, observatory hill and Japanese Temple & Peace Pagoda.After that visit to the Mall (Chowrasta) along with local Market for City Life.Night at Darjeeling hotel.
After breakfast day excursion of Mirik Lake (Horse riding & Boating facilities is available around the lake) - This high altitude lake is worth visiting. One can also visit Pashupati Market in Nepal on the way back to Darjeeling. Evening free to roam around the Hotel / Resort / Mall or the Local market area.Night stay at Darjeeling Hotel.
Post breakfast transfer to Gangtok via magnificent long road. -Enjoy the beauty of Peshok View Point & Lamahatta – Scenic beauty is worth enjoying. Next travel to Gangtok - Gangtok, the capital of SIkkim by private car. Sikkim gets FAO award for becoming the world’s first organic state in India. Sikkim is snow mountain kingdom, highest footfall of tourists in North East Himalaya – Sikkim suits very distinctive personality, The meditative, moral-filled traditional monasteries, cleanest and freshest hill town. Take a rest and then a walk around at the small hilly town to appreciate the new culture you are in.Night at Gangtok Hotel.
Post breakfast drive to Tsomgo Lake. (Permits are made one day prior to visit)–approx. 2 hours journey- Visit to Tsomgo / Changu Lake and Baba Mandir, Tsomgo lake is one of the holy lake of the region - A temple of Lord Shiva is built on the lakeside - Primula flowers and other alpine plantation provide an immaculate beauty to this place. end the visit way back to Gangtok hotel. Evening free to stroll around M G Road or the Local Market –Night stay at Gangtok Hotel.
Post breakfast; explore the local attractions of Gangtok. Start with Ganesh Tok, a temple which is highly revered by the local people for years and is also a perfect place to capture magnificent views of Kangchenjunga, the world’s third highest mountain. Spend some quality time at the lovely Banjhakri waterfall; A visit to the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology will introduce you to the richness of Tibetan architecture and Buddhist culture. Enjoy some adventure at the Ropeway while you treat your eyes with amazing views of the mountains. Other attractions of Gangtok that will be covered are Do Drul Chorten Stupa, Bakthang Waterfalls, Tashi view point, Enchey Monastery, Directorate of Handicraft and Handloom and Flower Show.In the evening stroll around the MG Marg and enjoy shopping and Dinner.Night stay at Gangtok Hotel.
Post breakfast depart to Bagdogra International Airport / NJP Railway station as per the schedule of flight or train. We wish all the guests an incredibly happy, healthy, and delightful life ahead. Forwarding journey.
Payments:
For the services contracted, full advance payment should be made to hold the booking on a confirmed basis and the balance amount can be paid either before your departure from your city in INDIA but definitely before the commencement of the services. We hold the right to decide upon the amount to be paid as an advance payment, based on the nature of services and the time left for the commencement of the services.
Apart from the above in some cases like special train journeys, hotel or resort bookings during the peak season (Durga Puja, Diwali, X-Mas, New Year and any other festival) full payment is required to be sent in advance.
Mode of Payment:
Booking advance payment can be made through wire transfer to our bank or through Mail Authorization through Master/Visa credit card. Upon arrival in India, the payment can be made through currency notes or travelers cheque or through Master/Visa / American Express credit card. In case of payment through credit card, the bank charges-as applicable-would be levied over and above the total amount.
Policy Regarding Cancellation / No Show / Early Departure:
In case of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reason/s we must be informed in writing. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive letter in writing and cancellation charges would be as follows: -
In case of special train journey and peak season hotel bookings a separate cancellation policy is applicable (which would be advised as and when required).
In case you cancel the trip after commencement refund would be restricted to a limited amount that too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation and missed meals etc. we do not bear any responsibility to refund.
Uniworld Trip reserves the right to change/modify or terminate the offer any time at its own discretion and without any prior notice.
In case of unavailability in mentioned hotels, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category hotel.
Refund:
In regard to refund of unused / unutilized services (which are paid for and cancelled in advance) the refund amount would be worked out on the basis of cancellation policy as described above and the money would be accordingly refunded to the person who has made the payment to us. Please note that the refund process may take 2 - 4 weeks due to banking procedures. If the refund is made to the credit card account OR to Bank account, the bank charges would be debited from the refund amount.
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Please note that after the finalization of the tour/service cost, if there are any hikes in entrance fees of monuments/museums, taxes, fuel cost or guide charges by the Govt of India, the same would be charged as extra.
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All itineraries are sample itineraries, intended to give you a general idea of the likely trip schedule. Numerous factors such as weather, road conditions, the physical ability of the participants etc. may dictate itinerary changes either before the tour or while on the trail. We reserve the right to change any schedule in the interest of the trip participants' safety, comfort & general well-being.
Our rates are based on the prevailing rates as negotiated by us with the hotels, airlines etc. Hotels and Airlines retain the right to modify the rates without notice. In case of such changes the rates quoted before the modification, can be changed by us according to the modifications by hotels or airlines. All hotel bookings are based on usual check in and check out time of the hotels until unless indicated in the itinerary.
We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the programme or expenses incurred - directly or indirectly - due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of machinery or equipment’s, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, political closures or any untoward incidents.
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We do not have any insurance policy covering the expenses for accident, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to seek such insurance arrangements in their home country. All baggage's & personal property/s at all times are at the client's risk.
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