India and the Himalayas
13 Day Himalayan Heartlands - From: $6,080
Trip Summary
Explore both the kingdom of Bhutan and the neighboring state of Sikkim, India for a feel for this Himalayan region. Discover diverse landscapes where snowy peaks tower over rolling green hills and deep valleys. Visit villages, fortresses, elaborately carved buildings and a tea plantation.
Highlights
- Hike to the famous Tiger's Nest monastery located about 3,000 feet above the Paro Valley floor.
- Take in spectacular mountain and rural scenery as you travel by road.
- Stay at a tea plantation in Darjeeling.
Trip Details
Price:
| Per Person, double occupancy | From: $6,080 |
Based on low season rates with two guests traveling.
Departure Dates:
- Daily
Itinerary
Day 1
Delhi, India
Arrive Delhi, India.
Lodging: Trident
Days 2 - 3
Paro, Bhutan
Take a commercial flight from Delhi to Paro, Bhutan. Hike to the Tiger's Nest monastery, visit the National Museum and a local farmhouse.
Lodging: Tiger Nest Resort or Janka Resort
Day 4
Punakha, Bhutan
Drive to Punakha over Dochu La Pass at 10,000 feet. En route stop to see the ruins of Drukgyel Dzong.
Lodging: Zangtogpelri Hotel or YT Hotel
Days 5 - 6
Thimphu, Bhutan
Drive to Wangduephodrang, a typical small Bhutanese town for lunch then continue on to Thimphu, the nation's capital. Full day excursion around Thimphu including the National Library, Tashichhodzong and handicrafts emporium.
Lodging: Riverview Hotel or Raven Inn
Day 7
Phuentsholing, Bhutan
Drive to Phuentsholing on the Bhutan-India border. En route visit the oldest fortress in Bhutan and Kharbandi Gompa.
Lodging: Druk Hotel or Lhaki Hotel
Days 8 - 10
Glenburn, India
Drive to Siliguri to cross the border into India where you will be met and driven on to Glenburn. Visit Darjeeling including the Bengal Natural History Museum, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and a ride on the narrow gauge railroad. Tour the tea plantation and take walks around the estate.
Lodging: Glenburn Tea Estate
Days 11 - 12
Gangtok, India
Drive to Gangtok stopping en route at the Rumtek Monastery, the largest in the area. Explore the town and visit the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology.
Lodging: Norkhill Hotel
Day 13
Depart India
Drive to Bagdogra Airport for a commercial flight to Delhi and connect with international flights home.
Lodging: Trident- Day Room
Destinations
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