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Eastern Himalayan Experience

This tour through the Eastern India, takes you on a unique journey, where you get to marvel at the history, culture and natural attractions of this majestic nation. Visit the culture-rich city of Kolkata and spend time at the hill town of Darjeeling to explore its verdant and vibrant beauty. On this tour, you get an opportunity to explore the orchid nurseries and monasteries at Gangtok, the capital of Sikkim.

12 Days / 10 Nights Guide Price from £2169^* pp
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Tour Nights

Kolkata: 3 nights
Darjeeling: 3 nights
Pelling: 1 nights
Gangtok: 2 nights
Kalimpong: 1 nights

Tour code: AWI34
Accommodation Grade
Private Tour

Tour At a Glance

Explore the cultural capital of India- Calcutta
Sample some delectable flavours of tea in Darjeeling
Discover the beauteous town of Pelling, nestled in the districts of West
See the magnificent Tibetan Buddhist monastery- Rumtek Monastery.
Enjoy a traditional boat in the serene waters of Hoogly River (Optional)
Explore the deep valleys of the Himalayas- Kalimpong.

Itinerary details

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Day 1 : UK to Kolkata (Calcutta)

Fly to Kolkata.
Day 2 : Kolkata

Meet & assist on arrival and transfer to your hotel for two nights. Kolkata, the city of joy, is the largest metropolis in India. The city was the capital of British India until 1912 and still has a Victorian imprint on its architecture and streets.Kolkata is a city where tradition and modernity coexist, offering a unique blend of history, art, intellectual discourse, and vibrant urban life.
Day 3 : Kolkata

Early in the morning visit the flower market on the banks of the river Hoogly in Howrah and take a boat cruise (optional). Afternoon tour of the city including the Victoria Memorial, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Marble Palace and the Indian Museum, with one of the best collections of Indian art.
Day 4 : Kolkata to Darjeeling

A short flight to Bagdogra and drive to Darjeeling, often referred to as the Queen of Hill stations. Darjeeling is the centre of India’s most celebrated tea growing district with picturesque views of the snowy peaks of Kanchenjunga. Stay for three nights.
Day 5 : Darjeeling

Early morning drive to Tiger Hill to see the sunrise over Mount Everest and Kanchenjunga peak, the third-highest mountain in the world (subject to weather conditions). On your return visit Ghoom Buddhist Monastery. Afternoon visit Observatory hill, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and a local tea estate.
Day 6 : Darjeeling

Day at leisure with an option to take a toy train ride (subject to train being in service).
Day 7 : Darjeeling to Pelling

Scenic drive to from Darjeeling to Pelling, a pleasant little town with magnificent views. Afternoon visit Pemyangtse Monastery.
Day 8 : Pelling to Gangtok

Drive to Gangtok, capital of Sikkim, set amidst the clouds and mists of splendorous Himalayas, with colourful lamas, exotic monasteries and prayer flags.
Day 9 : Gangtok

Morning visit to Rumtek Monastery, the largest in Sikkim and noted for its carved and painted woodwork. Later visit the Enchey Monastery, Do-Drul Chorten, an imposing white stupa, and the Namgyalak Institute of Tibetology.
Day 10 : Gangtok to Kalimpong

A pleasant drive to Kalimpong set among the rolling foothills and deep valleys of the Himalayas. The day is free to visit orchid nurseries, churches and monasteries, housing a number of rare Tibetan Buddhist scriptures. Stay for one night.
Day 11 : Kalimpong to Kolkata

Transfer to Bagdogra airport for a short flight to Kolkata. Rest of the day a leisure to explore the sprawling metropolis or last-minute shopping.
Day 12 : Kolkata to UK Departure

Return flight to the UK.

Dates & Guide Prices

PERIOD OF TRAVEL
PRICE (PP)
SINGLE ROOM SUPP (PP)

11 Jan - 04 Feb
£2169^*
£1399^*
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16 Feb - 03 Apr
£2169^*
£1399^*
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PERIOD OF TRAVEL
PRICE (PP)
SINGLE ROOM SUPP (PP)

11 Jan - 04 Feb
£2349^*
£1549^*
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16 Feb - 03 Apr
£2349^*
£1549^*
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Extension

Bhubaneswar - ( 04 Nights ) (Day 12 to Day 16)

Deluxe

Period of travel

Price (pp)

Single Room Supp (pp)
16 Jan - 15 Apr

£479^*

£349^*

The capital of the Indian state of Orissa, Bhubaneswar, is famous across the world as the "Temple City of India." Multiple temples constructed in different era’s dot the horizon of this city and attract tourists and pilgrims alike in hordes. Experience here the wonders of mysticism and religion in the tinkling of the temple bells, in the sound of devotional hymns and in the light of the prayer lamp.

Day 1

To Bhubaneswar

Post breakfast, transfer to the airport and proceed towards your onward journey to Bhubaneswar and upon arrival, transfer to hotel for 1 night stay in Bhubaneswar. Read More

Day 2

To Puri

Begin your early morning journey for Puri. Visit Dhauli, Pipli and Raghurajpur en route. Upon arrival, check & in at hotel and proceed for a half & day sightseeing tour of the city. Visit Jagannath Temple and then relax at the golden beach of Puri in the evening. Read More

Day 3

To Bhubaneswar

After breakfast, drive back to Bhubaneswar and visit Yogini Temple on the way. Upon arrival at Bhubaneswar, check in at the hotel and proceed for the half day sightseeing tour of the city. Visit Tribal Museum and Khandagiri. Spend your evening at Ekamra Haat. Read More

Day 4

To Bhubaneswar, Kolkata

Post breakfast transfer to airport in Bhubaneswar to fly back to Kolkata. Read More

Day 5

To UK

Post breakfast, transfer to the International airport in Kolkata towards your onward journey to London with sweet memories. Read More

Assam - ( 03 Nights ) (Day 12 to Day 15)

Assam - the very mention of this word brings to one’s mind the delightful blend of culture, heritage, faiths and beliefs of the innumerous ethnic tribes and sub-tribes residing in this region. In fact, a mention of the rich tradition of the state, without referring to the diverse lifestyle, arts-crafts, fairs and festival of the people residing therein, would be as good as incomplete. Assam is gifted with lush green meadows, fertile plains, the enormous Brahmaputra River, the beautiful hills, the Blue Mountains, the wonderful looking tea plantations, the rich flora and fauna.