East India
PRICE
DURATION
6 Days / 5 Nights
VALIDITY
Travel date up to 30th September 2022
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Discovering the East of India
Discover Eastern India. Embark on an unforgettable Indian adventure across Bagdogra, Gangtok and Darjeeling. Visit Monasteries, go trekking in Sikkim, sample Indian tea, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of India.
This escorted tour package has been designed that will allow you to visit pristine and unpolluted areas of East India. The itinerary starts in Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim offering spectacular views and ends with the cool and luscious mountains of refreshing Darjeeling.
If you’re a nature lover who wants to get soaked in the beautiful green scenery of East India then look no further and book this delightful six days escorted tour package.
LANGUAGE SPOKEN
CURRENCY USED
A Sneak Peek
OUR SELECTION OF HOTELS
Map
Itinerary
Our Selection of Hotels
What is Included
- Air ticket
- Accommodation in a well-appointed room
- Buffet breakfast and dinner at the hotels coffee sho/fixed restaurant
- Transfers and tours by non-Air-contioned vehicle as per itinerary
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entry fees at monuments as per itinerary including Toy Train Tickets
- Lunch at Tea Estate
- All applicable taxe
What’s not Included
- Travel Insurance
- Visa
- Any camera fees
- Any expenses of personal nature like tip, laundry, table drinks, Phone etc.
- Any other expense not mentioned in includes Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and / or any factors
Terms and Conditions
- Rates are “As From” in Mauritian Rupees per person sharing double room
- Flights, accommodation and other services are subject to availability at time of booking and the general conditions of BlueSky.
- Rates may change without prior notice
Note:
Regarding Sikkim Inner Line permit also known as restricted area permit:
For entering Sikkim, a normal Inner Line permit/Restricted Area Permit is required. This permit can be obtained on any one of the following procedures:
- At time of applying for the Indian Visa itself, the clients need to mention that they will visit Sikkimand accordingly a 15 days inner line permit/ restricted area permit is stamped on the visa.
- On arrival in Darjeeling, we need to produce the original passport with valid Indian Visa at the District Magistrates office and a 15 days inner line permit/restricted area permit can be granted. It takes half day.
- While entering Sikkim the permits can be issued on the spot at Rangpoo Check Post (while going to Gangtok) or Melli Check POst (while going to Pelling). It takes 20 minutes to 1 hour depending on group size. A serial numbered form at the check post needs to be filled and submitted along with photocopies of passport and Indian visa and 02 passport size snaps.
- Air ticket
- Accommodation in a well-appointed room
- Buffet breakfast and dinner at the hotels coffee sho/fixed restaurant
- Transfers and tours by non-Air-contioned vehicle as per itinerary
- Local English-speaking guide
- Entry fees at monuments as per itinerary including Toy Train Tickets
- Lunch at Tea Estate
- All applicable taxe
- Travel Insurance
- Visa
- Any camera fees
- Any expenses of personal nature like tip, laundry, table drinks, Phone etc.
- Any other expense not mentioned in includes Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and / or any factors
- Rates are “As From” in Mauritian Rupees per person sharing double room
- Flights, accommodation and other services are subject to availability at time of booking and the general conditions of BlueSky.
- Rates may change without prior notice
Note:
Regarding Sikkim Inner Line permit also known as restricted area permit:
For entering Sikkim, a normal Inner Line permit/Restricted Area Permit is required. This permit can be obtained on any one of the following procedures:
- At time of applying for the Indian Visa itself, the clients need to mention that they will visit Sikkimand accordingly a 15 days inner line permit/ restricted area permit is stamped on the visa.
- On arrival in Darjeeling, we need to produce the original passport with valid Indian Visa at the District Magistrates office and a 15 days inner line permit/restricted area permit can be granted. It takes half day.
- While entering Sikkim the permits can be issued on the spot at Rangpoo Check Post (while going to Gangtok) or Melli Check POst (while going to Pelling). It takes 20 minutes to 1 hour depending on group size. A serial numbered form at the check post needs to be filled and submitted along with photocopies of passport and Indian visa and 02 passport size snaps.
BLUESKY EXPERTS' TIPS
THINGS TO DO
- Encounter the mighty range of the Himalayas in Sikkim
- Visit temples and Monastries
- Enjoy a toy train ride
- Visit the zoological park and Tibetan Refugee Centre
WHEN TO GO
April to October: Summer. Temperatures can vary between 14 to 30 degree Celsius, sights are simply breath-taking at this time of the year.
July to September: Monsoon. It might get a bit chilly for your liking, so do come prepared with enough warm clothes as well as waterproof raincoats and umbrellas.
November to March: Winter. If you love the cold weather and don’t mind crunching through the snow in boots, then indeed, this is the best time to visit Kashmir for snowfall.
Various departures are available at selected dates throughout the year.
BEST PLACES TO EAT
Local cuisine: Mughal Darbar is one of the best restaurants in Srinagar known for offering some great Kashmiri cuisine
Non veg: Jade Dragon, Vivanta by Taj, ideal place for candlelight dinner
Barbecue: Arabian Barbecue
LOCAL CULTURES AND FESTIVALS
- Shop for exquisite Kashmiri handlooms and Pashmina shawls and local garments called Ferins.
- Tulip Festival which is held every year during the first fifteen days of April.
MUST KNOW
- Your attire needs to account for extreme weather. You will need woollen sweaters, vests, scarves, gloves, beanies, socks, a winter jacket and thermals.
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