Drive the road that traders used for centuries. The Old Silk Route is an engineering marvel, spiraling up the mountain in 96 hairpin bends. We stay in remote homestays in Zuluk and Nathang, far above the clouds. It’s rugged, basic, and spectacularly beautiful.
A round trip to Tsomgo Lake (12,400 ft) and Baba Mandir. It is essential to get your body used to the altitude today, as we climb higher tomorrow. Return to Gangtok for the night.
Overnight: Gangtok
We leave the standard tourist map. Drive past Tsomgo and climb further to Nathula (border view) and the Old Baba Mandir. Cross the Elephant Lake (Kupup) at 13,000 ft. Arrive at Nathang Valley (13,500 ft)—the "Ladakh of the East." The landscape is barren, golden, and breathtaking.
Overnight: Nathang Valley (Homestay Experience)
Wake up to a sunrise over the Tibetan plateau (Eagle’s Nest Bunker). Drive down the famous Thambi View Point to witness the Zuluk Zig-Zag Road—96 hairpin bends spiraling down the mountain. Arrive in the hamlet of Zuluk. Experience the warmth of local hospitality.
Overnight: Zuluk (Homestay Experience)
Descend from the high altitude into the lush forests of Kalimpong. Visit the Deolo Hill (highest point) and the flower nurseries. Check into your hotel. The air here is warmer and filled with oxygen.
Overnight: Kalimpong
A short, scenic drive to Darjeeling. On the way, stop at Lamahatta Park to walk through the pine forest. Arrive in Darjeeling and check in. Evening free at the Mall.
Overnight: Darjeeling
Pre-dawn drive to Tiger Hill for the Kanchenjunga sunrise. Visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop, and the Zoo/HMI. Enjoy your final Himalayan sunset at the Chowrasta.
Overnight: Darjeeling
Transfer to Bagdogra/NJP. You leave having traveled a route that was once closed to the world.
Accommodation: Stay in hygienic and sanitized rooms on Double/Triple sharing basis in the hotels mentioned (or similar category).
Meals: Daily Breakfast at the hotel (unless a different Meal Plan like MAP/AP is specified in the package).
Transport: Exclusive private vehicle for:
Pick-up and Drop-off at Airport/Railway Station.
Sightseeing as per the final itinerary only.
Note: Vehicle is provided on a Point-to-Point basis and is not at disposal.
Driver & Road Expenses: Driver&rsquos allowance, fuel charges, toll taxes, state taxes, and parking fees.
Permits: Inner Line Permits (ILP) or entry fees where explicitly mentioned in the itinerary.
Support: 24/7 On-Trip remote assistance from the TourDeWorld operations team.
Taxes: All currently applicable hotel taxes.
GST if not mentioned in the rates
All personal expenses like tips, laundry, telephone calls/fax, alcoholic beverages, camera/video camera fees at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax etc.
Anything not mentioned under Package Inclusions.
Entrance fees at all monuments and sightseeing spots
Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, and roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
Airfare if not mentioned in the itinerary
 
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Gangtok, Lachen, Lachung, Pelling, Darjeeling
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