Kolkata: Victoria Memorial, Mother Teresa’s House and Jain Temple
Darjeeling: Excursion to Tiger hill and Toy Train ride.
Gangtok: Rumtek Monastery.
Kalimpong: Dello Hills & Pine View Nursery.
Kolkata: Victoria Memorial – Monday and National holiday.
Mother Teresa Ashram – Thursday.
Gangtok: Institute of Tibetology – Sunday
Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) is the capital of India’s West Bengal state. Founded as an East India Company trading post, it was India’s capital under the British Raj from 1773–1911. Today it’s known for its grand colonial architecture, art galleries and cultural festivals. It’s also home to Mother House, headquarters of the Missionaries of Charity, founded by Mother Teresa, whose tomb is on site.
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On arrival at Kolkata, you will be met by Imminent India representative at airport and transferred to hotel.
Kolkata (earlier called Calcutta) is known as ‘City Of Joy’. Kolkata was once the capital city of British India and also the Gateway to India till 1912.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for guided tour of Dalhousie Square, Kumartuli (Potter’s Colony), Jain Temple, Victoria Memorial, St Paul’s Cathedral and Mother Teresa’s House.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to airport for your flight to Bagdogra. On arrival, you will be met by Imminent India Representative at the airport from where you will drive to Darjeeling – one of the most magnificent hill stations in the world. On arrival, proceed to hotel. Evening free to relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
Enjoy a pre-dawn trip to Tiger Hill (around 4:00 am) to view the glowing sunrise over Kanchenjunga Peak – The 3rd highest mountain. Afterwards, visit the Ghoom Monastery and return to hotel for breakfast.
Later visit a local tea plantation followed by a toy train ride (World Heritage Train).
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, visit Rumtek Monastery, Institute of Tibetology & Do Drul Chorten (Stupa). Later in the afternoon visit Enchey Monastery and Cottage Industry.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, leave for Kalimpong, a beautiful hill town in North Bengal, known as ‘Garden of Flowers.’ Kalimpong is famous for its flower market, especially the wide array of orchids. It also houses several Buddhist monasteries which hold several rare Tibetan Buddhist scriptures. On arrival, proceed to hotel. Rest of the day free to relax.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, proceed for guided tour of Dello hills, Pine View Nursery, Dr. Grahams Home. Rest of the day free to relax at hotel or explore local flower markets.
Overnight at the hotel.
Bagdogra/Kolkata by air.
After breakfast, transfer to airport to connect flight for Kolkata.
Arrive and remain in transit for your onward flight.
