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Colonial Cities, Train, Tea, Tiger & Tribal

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Duration

15 Nights / 16 Days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Overview

This unforgettable journey blends India’s colonial heritage, Himalayan serenity, wildlife safaris, tribal encounters, and vibrant tea culture. Begin in bustling Mumbai and fly to the cool hills of Darjeeling, Pelling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong, home to tea estates and Buddhist monasteries. Experience the thrill of Kaziranga’s wildlife safaris and the tranquility of Majuli Island’s tribal life. Conclude in Kolkata, India’s colonial capital full of historical charm. Each destination offers a perfect mix of nature, culture, history, and authentic local experiences.

Highlights

  • Cruise to UNESCO-listed Elephanta Caves in Mumbai.
  • Witness sunrise over Kanchenjunga from Tiger Hill.
  • Enjoy a toy train ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.
  • Explore Kaziranga National Park, home to one-horned rhinos.
  • Visit Majuli Island, the world’s largest river island.

Bulk discount (by Percent)

Bulk discount adult
# Discount group From adult To adult Value
1 Discount on 2-person group 2 2 41.0%
2 Discount on 3-person group 3 3 41.2%
3 Discount on 4-person group 4 4 47.4%
4 Discount on 5-person group 5 5 46.2%
5 Discount on 6-person group 6 6 48.2%
6 Discount on 7-person group 7 7 47.3%
7 Discount on 8-person group 8 8 52.7%

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Mumbai

• Meet and greet on arrival at Mumbai International Airport.
• Transfer to hotel for check-in.
• Rest of the day free for relaxation or personal activities.
• Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 2: Mumbai City Tour

• Excursion to Elephanta Caves, showcasing rock-cut sculptures dedicated to Lord Shiva.
• Return by boat to Gateway of India, Mumbai’s iconic colonial-era arch-monument.
• Drive past Marine Drive, also called the "Queen's Necklace."
• View the UNESCO-listed Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (Victoria Terminus).
• Drive past Parliament House, the seat of Maharashtra’s government.
• Visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, showcasing ancient Indian art & artifacts.
• Walk through Kala Ghoda Art Precinct, Mumbai’s artistic hub.
• Visit Dhobi Ghat, the famous open-air laundry of Mumbai.
• Overnight stay in Mumbai.

Day 3: Mumbai – Bagdogra (Flight) – Darjeeling (62 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to airport to board flight for Bagdogra.
• Drive from Bagdogra to Darjeeling, passing lush tea estates.
• Check-in at hotel in Darjeeling.
• Evening free to explore Darjeeling Mall Road.
• Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Day 4: Darjeeling Sightseeing

• Early morning excursion to Tiger Hill for breathtaking sunrise over Kanchenjunga and distant view of Mount Everest.
• Visit Ghoom Monastery, home to a 15-ft high statue of the Maitreya Buddha.
• Visit Batasia Loop, a railway engineering marvel offering panoramic views.
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, preserving the legacy of Tenzing Norgay.
• Visit Darjeeling Zoo, housing rare Himalayan species.
• Visit Tenzing Rock, a popular rock climbing spot.
• Enjoy panoramic views from Darjeeling Ropeway.
• Visit Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center to see traditional crafts.
• Visit Happy Valley Tea Garden for an external view of tea plantations.
• Explore Lloyd Botanical Garden showcasing Himalayan flora.
• Enjoy a ride on Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
• Visit Chholing & Darli Monasteries to experience Buddhist culture.
• Evening free to explore local markets.
• Overnight stay in Darjeeling.

Day 5: Darjeeling – Pelling (75 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive through scenic landscapes to Pelling.
• Check-in at hotel in Pelling.
• Visit Pemayangtse Monastery, a 17th-century Buddhist monastery.
• Visit Rabdentse Ruins, the ancient capital of Sikkim.
• Visit Tashiding Monastery, perched atop a hill.
• Visit Sanga Choeling Monastery, one of Sikkim’s oldest monasteries.
• Visit Rimbi Waterfalls, a scenic natural cascade.
• Overnight stay in Pelling.

Day 6: Pelling – Gangtok (120 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Gangtok via Temi Tea Garden, Taraku, Singtam, and Rangpo.
• Check-in at hotel in Gangtok.
• Rest of the day at leisure.
• Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 7: Gangtok Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Excursion to Tsomgo Lake, a glacial lake at 12,400 feet.
• Visit Do Drul Chorten, the most important stupa in Sikkim.
• Visit Himalayan Zoological Park to see Himalayan fauna.
• Explore Lal Bazaar, the bustling local market.
• Stroll along The Mall (MG Marg), Gangtok’s central promenade.
• Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 8: Gangtok – Kalimpong (75 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Rumtek Monastery, the largest monastery in Sikkim.
• Visit Bakthang Waterfall, a beautiful cascading fall.
• Visit Tashi Viewpoint for Himalayan panoramic views.
• Visit Ganesh Tok, a small temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh.
• Visit Enchey Monastery, a 200-year-old spiritual site.
• Drive to Kalimpong and check-in at hotel.
• Overnight stay in Kalimpong.

Day 9: Kalimpong – Bagdogra (75 km) – Guwahati (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit MacFarlane Memorial Church, a beautiful Scottish church.
• Visit Dr. Graham’s Homes, a historic educational institution.
• Visit Durpin Monastery with views of the Himalayas.
• Visit Deolo Park for panoramic vistas.
• Visit Thongsa Gompa, the oldest monastery in Kalimpong.
• Visit Palri Fo-Brang Gompa for peaceful surroundings.
• Transfer to Bagdogra airport for flight to Guwahati.
• Arrival transfer to hotel in Guwahati.
• Overnight stay in Guwahati.

Day 10: Guwahati – Kaziranga (200 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Kamakhya Temple, a revered Shakti Peetha.
• Visit Navagraha Temple, dedicated to the nine planets.
• Visit Umananda Island, the world’s smallest inhabited river island.
• Visit Umananda Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
• Drive to Kaziranga National Park and check-in at hotel.
• Dinner & overnight stay at Kaziranga.

Day 11: Kaziranga National Park Safari

• Early morning gypsy safari in Central Range for bird watching.
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Morning safari in Eastern Range for spotting water birds.
• Afternoon safari in Western Range to view rhinos, tigers, elephants, and wild buffalo.
• Explore the park’s marshlands, grasslands, and tropical forests.
• Enjoy local Assamese cuisine.
• Dinner & overnight stay at Kaziranga.

Day 12: Kaziranga – Majuli (150 km + ferry)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Nimathi Ghat to board ferry for Majuli Island.
• Cross the mighty Brahmaputra River by ferry to Kamalabari Ghat.
• Transfer to lodge and check-in at Majuli.
• Visit Neo-Vaishnavite monasteries showcasing Assamese culture.
• Explore Mishing tribal villages and interact with locals.
• Enjoy local tea or rice beer at a village home.
• Lunch, dinner & overnight stay in Majuli.

Day 13: Majuli – Jorhat (40 km)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Ferry back to Nimathi Ghat and drive to Jorhat.
• Check-in at hotel in Jorhat.
• Visit Tocklai Tea Research Institute, Asia’s oldest tea research center.
• Visit Cinnamora Tea Estate, Assam’s first tea plantation.
• Visit Lachit Borphukan’s Maidam, a historic memorial.
• Overnight stay in Jorhat.

Day 14: Jorhat – Kolkata (Flight)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to airport for flight to Kolkata.
• Arrival transfer to hotel in Kolkata.
• Overnight stay in Kolkata.

Day 15: Kolkata Sightseeing

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Fort William, an enduring British colonial fort.
• Visit Victoria Memorial, an iconic monument with museum exhibits.
• Visit Netaji Bhawan, dedicated to Subhas Chandra Bose’s legacy.
• Drive across the iconic Howrah Bridge.
• Visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple, a major pilgrimage site.
• Overnight stay in Kolkata.

Day 16: Kolkata – Departure

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Transfer to Kolkata International Airport for onward journey.

Included/Excluded

  • Assistance on arrival at airport.
  • 15 Nights' accommodation in 5-star hotels.
  • Daily breakfast and meal as per day plan.
  • Private air-conditioned deluxe car for airport transfer, sightseeing and excursion as per program.
  • English speaking tour guide on sightseeing days (local guide in each city), as per program.
  • Monument entrances and activities charges mentioned in the itinerary.
  • 3-Time Gypsy safari in Kaziranga National Parks with forest department naturalist.
  • Bottled drinking water in car.
  • Government taxes.
  • Mumbai - Bagdogra - Guwahati & Jorhat - Kolkata flight fare approx INR 20,000 per person in economy class.
  • Camera charges at monuments.
  • Expenses of personal nature like liquor, laundry, tips, telephone, fax, internet etc.
  • Gratuities & optional activities.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Tour's Location

FAQs

What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Q: What kind of hotel accommodation is included in the package price?

We provide accommodation at carefully selected 5-star hotels, chosen for their comfort, location, and service standards. In regions where 5-star hotels are not available, the best available resort, heritage, or boutique options are provided to ensure a comfortable stay. If the mentioned hotel is unavailable, an equivalent property of a similar standard will be offered.

Hotels Used or Similar for 15 Nights Accommodation:

✔ Mumbai – 2 Nights: Trident Hotel / President, Mumbai - IHCL SeleQtions
✔ Darjeeling – 2 Nights: Mayfair / Ging Tea House (Note: 5-star hotels are limited in this region; hence, the best available luxury heritage or boutique options are provided.)
✔ Pelling – 1 Night: The Elgin Mount Pandim / Chumbi Mountain Retreat & Spa (Note: 5-star hotels are not available in this region; hence, the best available resort or boutique options are provided.)
✔ Gangtok – 2 Nights: Mayfair Spa Resort & Casino / Tashiling Residency Hotel & Spa
✔ Kalimpong – 1 Night: Mayfair (Note: 5-star hotels are not available in this region; hence, the best available resort or boutique options are provided.)
✔ Guwahati – 1 Night: Vivanta Guwahati / Radisson Blu Guwahati
✔ Kaziranga National Park – 2 Nights: Diphlu River Lodge (Note: 5-star hotels are not available in this region; hence, the best available jungle lodge or resort options are provided.)
✔ Majuli – 1 Night: Jonki Panoi Bamboo Cottages by WCH / Enchanting Majuli (Note: 5-star hotels are not available in this region; hence, the best available boutique or eco-lodge options are provided.)
✔ Jorhat – 1 Night: The Manor A Boutique Hotel / Prism A Boutique Hotel (Note: 5-star hotels are not available in this region; hence, the best available boutique hotel options are provided.)
✔ Kolkata – 2 Nights: ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection / The Lalit Great Eastern

Q: Can I request a specific hotel or upgrade the hotel category?

Yes, we offer flexibility to upgrade hotels to luxury five-star or boutique properties at an additional cost, subject to availability. You can also request specific hotels during the booking process, and we will do our best to accommodate your preference.

Q: Are breakfast and other meals included at the hotels?

Breakfast is generally included with hotel stays unless stated otherwise. Lunch and dinner are optional and can be added to your package upon request. You can also explore local dining during the tour.

Q: Will I get confirmation for the exact hotels before my trip?

Yes, once your booking is confirmed, we will share the final list of hotel names and contact details along with your tour confirmation documents.

Q: I’m looking for a more budget-friendly tour. Can you provide prices with standard or 4-star hotels?

Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has different preferences and budgets. If you prefer standard accommodation or 4-star hotel options instead of the default 5-star hotels, we can customize the tour and provide a tailored quote based on your requirements.

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