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COMMISSIONABLE RATE VALID FROM 16th MARCH 2011 TILL 30th JUNE 2011

HIMALAYAN EXPLORERS”

 

ITINERARY 15 NIGHTS/ 16 DAYS

NJP RAILWAY STATION / (IXB) BAGDOGRA AIRPORT – GANGTOK (03 NIGHT) – LACHUNG
(02 NIGHT) - YUMTHANG - GANGTOK (01 NIGHT) –PELLING (02 NIGHT) – YUKSOM (02
NIGHT) – KALIMPONG (02 NIGHT) - DARJEELING (03 NIGHT) - NJP RAILWAY STATION

DAY 01 ARRIVAL NJP RAILWAY STATION / (IXB) BAGDOGRA AIRPORT - GANGTOK
On arrival at NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport, (500Ft / 150Mts) will be met by our office Executive who will assist you to board your vehicle to Gangtok (5500 Ft /1677 Mts / 130 Kms / 04 Hrs). Check in and over night at Hotel.
DAY 02 GANGTOK
Go for a full day sightseeing covering Rumtek Monastery, Jhakri Water Falls, Droul Chorthen, Research Institute of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom, Flower Show. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 03 GANGTOK
After breakfast, in the morning, start for excursion to Tshangu Lake - situated at a height of 12400Ft / 3780 Mts / 43Kms in 3Hrs one way, with an average depth of 50 ft. The cool water of the Lake is perfectly attuned with the scenic beauty around. Back to Gangtok and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 04 GANGTOK - LACHUNG
Pick from Gangtok Hotel and transfer to Lachung (8000 Ft / 2439 Mts / 124 Kms / 05 ½ hours). On the way visit Tashi view point, Kabi Longtsok, Seven sister’s water fall Singhik view point, Lunch on route and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 05 LACHUNG - YUMTHANG - LACHUNG
Early morning proceed on a half day excursion to Yumthang Valley (11800 Ft / 3598 Mts / 25 Kms / 1 ½ hours one way). On the way visit the Hot Spring and Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 06 LACHUNG - GANGTOK
Transfer to Gangtok. On the way, see Bhim Nala water fall & Twin water fall. Overnight at Hotel
Day 07 GANGTOK - PELLING
After breakfast we drive to Pemayangtse (6100 Ft / 1860 Mts /116 Kms / 05 Hrs) via Ravangla. Check in Overnight stay at Hotel.
DAY 08 PELLING
Go for leisure walking tour covers the three famous landmarks- Rabdantse Palace, Pemayangtse Monastery & Sangachoeling. Early morning walk of 30 minutes will reach you to Sangachoeling Monastery - second oldest in Sikkim. In past on this trail few of the bird watcher have sighted exotic Himalayan variety. Return to the hotel for break fast. Then you head to the Rabdantse Palace- once the second capital of Sikkim is now a historical monument. On the way back you head for Pemayangtse Monastery. The Pemayangtse Monastery belongs to the Nyingma-pa order of Tibetan Buddhism. It was built as a small temple in late 17th century by Latsun Chenpo. On the top floor there is a wooden sculpture portraying the Mahaguru’s Heavenly palace Sangthokpalri. Further. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 09 PELLING - YUKSOM
After breakfast we drive to Yuksom (35 Kms / 02 Hrs)on way visit Darap village, Rimbi water fall, Rimbi Hydro Project & Kechopari Lake (6000 Ft / 1829 Mts), it is one of the sacred Buddhist mountain lake and it is believed that whatever is wished in front of the lake comes true. Myth is that when a leaf falls on the placid clear water surface is picked by a bird , Kanchendzonga Water falls. A further drive takes you to Yuksom (5840 Ft / 1780 Mts), (the meeting place of three monks) - the first capital of Sikkim. This was the place where the first Chogyal (a ruling dynasty in Sikkim) was crowned. Overnight at Hotel
DAY10 YUKSOM
Early morning 35 minutes moderate walk to Dubdi Monastery (built in 1700 AD, the oldest monastery of Sikkim) and Tashi Namgyal (the stone throne for the first king). Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 11 YUKSOM - KALIMPONG
After breakfast today transfer to Kalimpong (3937 Ft / 1200 Mts, 110 Kms / 04 Hrs). Check in at Hotel. Evening free to visit the local market and Over Night at Hotel.
DAY 12 KALIMPONG
Here you do the sightseeing of Dello hills, Dr. Graham’s Home, Flower Nurseries, Nature Interpretation Center and Durbin Dara Hills & Jang – Dong - Palriffo Brang. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 13 KALIMPONG - DARJEELING
Transfer to Darjeeling (7380 Ft / 2250 Mts, 70 Kms / 03 Hrs). Check in and Overnight at Hotel. Optional River Rafting on the way to Darjeeling.
DAY 14 DARJEELING
Early morning tour to Tiger Hills (8364 Ft / 2550 Mts at around 4 AM) to view sunrise over Kanchendzonga Peak (subject to clear weather). On way back visit Ghoom Monastery, Batasia Loop. After breakfast go for a half-day sight seeing of Japanese Temple, Peace pagoda, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (Closed on Thursday), Tenzing & Gombu Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center (Closed on Sunday) & Tea Estate. Afternoon visit to Rock Garden & Ganga Maya Lake. Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 15 DARJEELING
After breakfast transfer to Mirik (5800 Ft / 1768 Mts, 50 Kms / 02 Hrs one way). Full day excursion of Pashupati Nagar (Indo-Nepal border) for shopping & Mirik Lake (Horse riding & Boat is available around the lake on direct payment basis). Evening back to Darjeeling and Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 16 DARJEELING - NJP RAILWAY STATION / (IXB) BAGDOGRA AIRPORT
Transfer to NJP Railway Station / (IXB) Bagdogra Airport, (100 Kms / 3 Hrs) for onwards connection.
HOTEL RATE

BRACKET / PER PERSON RATE

GRADE A 1+(APAI)

GRADE A (MAPAI)

GRADE B (CPAI)

GRADE C (CPAI)

GRADE D (CPAI)

NORMAL

SURCHARGE

NORMAL

SURCHARGE

NORMAL

SURCHARGE

NORMAL

SURCHARGE

NORMAL

SURCHARGE

2 PAX

62600

3300

53500

2800

41200

2400

36700

2100

33700

1900

4 PAX

52600

2600

43500

2200

31200

1700

27400

1400

24400

1300

6 PAX

49300

2400

40200

1900

27900

1500

24000

1200

21100

1000

8 PAX

47600

2220

38400

1800

26200

1300

22300

1100

19400

900

SGL ROOM RATE

56100

0

41700

0

28400

0

24900

0

19800

0

EXTRA PERSON

23900

0

17800

0

10900

0

9800

0

7900

0

MAP SUPPLEMENT

INCLUDED

0

INCLUDED

0

3900

0

3000

0

2200

0

AP SUPPLEMENT

INCLUDED

0

4200

0

7600

0

6100

0

4400

0

CHILD WITH BED

22400

0

16300

0

9400

0

9200

0

6800

0

CHILD NO BED

15500

0

9700

0

4100

0

3700

0

3100

0

CHILD MAP SUPPLEMENT

INCLUDED

0

INCLUDED

0

3500

0

3200

0

2900

0

CHILD AP SUPPLEMENT

INCLUDED

0

3300

0

6700

0

6000

0

4800

0

The above Rates are in Indian Rupees (INR) & are per person rate

 
Please Add on EPSR only

Supplement & Up gradation Cost (for vehicle as per Itinerary on Contract Basis & Not on Disposal)

Up gradation Cost for Maruti Van to Tata Sumo 01 TO 03 PAX INR 2100.00

Up gradation Cost for Maruti Van to INNOVA* 01 TO 03 PAX INR 14000.00

Up gradation Cost for Tata Sumo to INNOVA 04 To 06 PAX INR 11900.00

Supplement for 2nd Tata Sumo 09 To 16 PAX INR 21900.00

Supplement for 2nd INNOVA 08 To 14 PAX INR 33800.00

Please note as per the Government Rule, in 01 Tata Sumo / Hard Top Jeep only 08 heads are allowed that is including child. In 01 INNOVA only 07 heads are allowed that is including child. Incase the number of heads traveling increases above 08 in a Tata Sumo / Hard Top Jeep & 07 in an Innova than the guest will have to opt for the 2nd (second) vehicle for which the cost is mentioned above.

Incase the guest is opting for INNOVA as per the unwritten syndicate rule; INNOVA will do the main transfer & sightseeing of Kalimpong & Darjeeling only. Lachung & Pelling sightseeing will be done by NON AC Tata Sumo / Mahindra Maxx / Hard Top vehicle which may have front / side facing seat. Gangtok sightseeing will be done by NON AC Maruti Van / Similar (one vehicle for every 04 paying Pax). Also while opting for INNOVA please inform the guest to travel light with minimum baggage of one piece per person. In case of excess baggage the guest will have to opt for an extra vehicle for carrying the excess baggage. The cost for this will be collected directly from the guest.

 

HOTELS USED IN THE PACKAGES

PLACES

GRADE A 2 + (APAI)

GRADE A 1 + (APAI)

GRADE A (MAPAI)

GANGTOK

MAYFAIR RESORT & SPA

ROYAL PLAZA / SARAMSA RESORT

ORANGE VILLAGE RESORT

LACHUNG

LECOXCY RESORT

LECOXCY RESORT

LECOXCY RESORT (APAI)

PELLING

ELGIN MT. PANDIM

NORBU G. RESORT

NORBU G. RESORT / PACHU VILLAGE RESORT

YUKSOM

TASHI GANG HOTEL / RED PALACE

TASHI GANG HOTEL / RED PALACE

TASHI GANG HOTEL / RED PALACE

KALIMPONG

SILVER OAKS / HIMALAYAN HOTEL

SILVER OAKS / HIMALAYAN HOTEL

HIMALAYAN HOTEL

DARJEELING

MAYFAIR RESORT

CEDAR INN

FORTUNE CLUB DELUX / VICEROY

PLACES

GRADE B (CPAI)

GRADE C (CPAI)

GRADE D (CPAI)

GANGTOK

CHUMBI / NEW CASTLE

RENDEZVOUS / THE SIKKIM RETREAT

COMFORT INN / JUNIPER TREE

LACHUNG

LECOXCY RESORT (APAI)

COMFORT INN / SIMILAR (APAI)

COMFORT INN / SIMILAR (APAI)

PELLING

TASHI GANG RESORT / DE REGENCY

NEWA REGENCY /CHIMINDA

PHAMRONG / HOTEL DUBDI

YUKSOM

TASHI GANG HOTEL / RED PALACE

TASHI GANG HOTEL / RED PALACE

TASHI GANG HOTEL / RED PALACE

KALIMPONG

PARK HOTEL / HOLUMBA

SOODS GARDEN / HOTEL TRES

SOODS GARDEN / HOTEL TRES

DARJEELING

FORTUNE STANDRAD / SINCLAIRS

RETREAT / ANAND PALACE / GYMKHANA / KRISHNA RESIDENCY

SEVEN SEVENTEEN / TRAVELLERS INN / SUNFLOWER

The Cost Includes

COST BASED ON

· Meet & Greet upon arrival at Airport / NJP Station

· Twin Sharing Per Person with Extra Person sharing the Room on mattress / cott

· All Transfer & Sightseeing will be done as follows:

02 – 03 Pax All transfer & Sightseeing will be done by 01 NON AC Maruti Van / Similar

04 – 08 Pax All transfer & Sightseeing will be done by 01 NON AC Tata Sumo / Similar & Gangtok local sightseeing by NON AC Maruti Van / Similar (04 pax in a vehicle)

· Meal Plan as per the details mentioned in the Hotel Bracket in RED.

· Accommodation for Lachung & Lachen is on AP (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Basis for all categories.

THE COST INCLUDES

· valid from 15th March 2010 to 30th June 2010 for INDIAN NATIONAL ONLY

THE COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

· Government Service Tax as applicable (as on date 01/03/2009 it is 2.58%)

· Cost for optional Tours, Up-gradation Charges & Guide charges

· Cost for service not mentioned under the “Cost Includes” Head

· Cost for Airfare, Train fare, Insurance Premiums.

· Payment for service provided on a personal request basis

· Personal expenses such as laundry, soft drinks, incidentals, porter charges, tips etc

· Expenses incurred due to change in oil price, mishaps, landslide, strikes, political unrest etc. In such case extra will be charged as per actual which will be collected from the guest directly

THE FOLLOWING POINTS ARE TO BE NOTED FOR CHILD RATE

· Children above 10+ years will be charged 100% as per Adult Rate (EPSR)

· Children of 5+ to 10 sharing parent’s room will be charged as per CWB or CNB

· Children below 5 years Complimentary

(Hotels are very strict with the child policy. Please carry the age proof so that it can be produced when asked for)