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From Ganges Valley To The Eastern Himalaya

Majestic Mountains crowned with peaks, lush green forests, deep river valleys, beautiful plateaus, rich in tradition & culture with welcoming locals - this is what Eastern Himalayas & Bengal is all about. Explore the wonders of this exotic land, discover Darjeeling Hills, Sikkim, Forests of Dooars, sectors along with Kolkata & other parts of Bengal in Eastern INDIA. Bengal or Bangla is the gateway of the circuit and the Eastern Himalaya is the jewel in her crown. Historically visual in the relics, and ruins. Naturally picturesque , misty dawn on the mountains, a golden sunset across the Ganga delta, the clang of prayer bells and the people of the region make it an enriching experience

The Mangrove Thrill IT

3 or 4 days ex Kolkata

The Treasure of Bengal
 IT

4 days ex Kolkata
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The Eastern Himalaya

The Queen Of Hills
 IT

4  days

Look East
6 days ex Bagdogra IT

The Himalayan Experience:
 

8 days ex Bagdogra IT
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Forest of Dooars

The Sub-Himalayan parts of the Northern West Bengal in Eastern India, presents a large range of foothill forests crawling with wildlife tea gardens, transparent rivers interspersed with quiet villages and small townships of vibrant culture. Commonly known as “Dooars” this unique 130Km long and 48Km wide narrow corridor of rich bio-diversity is slowly becoming a paradise for Eco-tourists and Wildlife-Nature lovers with a variety of flora, fauna and diverse tribal groups.

The Wilderness Trail  IT
2 days ex Darjeeling 

The Wilderness & The Tea Country
  IT
4 days ex Darjeeling


Note: Service in this region

Accommodation:
Best available On AP Twin Sharing.
During your trip you will be staying on twin sharing basis with all meals. In Kolktata, Gangtok & Darjeeling you will be accommodated in luxurious 4/5 Star Hotels, however in Sundarbans, Jaldapara and Runglee Rungliot the accommodation would be simple to basic with spotless rooms, modern bath and with all the required essential amenities.

Hotels used:
Destination           Premium (5 & 4 Star)                    Deluxe Hotels (4 Star)                 Standard Hotels (3 Star)
Kolkata                    Oberoi Grand / ITC Sonar / Taj                    Peerless Inn / Kenilworth                        Senator Hotel / The Floatel
Sunderban                                                                                      Tiger Camp / Jungle Camp
Jaldapara                                                                                         Jaldapara Tourist Lodge
Gangtok                          The Royal Plaza                            Orange Village, Dzong Regency                      Chumbi Residency / Sidlone
Pemayangtse      Pandim / Norbughang Bunglow       Norbughang Resort, Pachu Resort                   De Regency / Tashigang Rst
Darjeeling                  Mayfair Hill Resort                                  New Elgin / Viceroy Attic Room         Fortune Central / Hotel Viceroy
Kalimpong                  Hotel Silver Oaks                                         Hotel Silver Oaks                                         Kalimpong Park Hotel
Tea Estate                  Chamong Tea Resort                               Cochrane Palace                                              Zuranti Tea Estate


Meal Plan:
Destination            Premium (5 & 4 Star)                Deluxe Hotels (4 Star)                   Standard Hotels (3 Star)
Kolkata                                Room with breakfast                         Room with breakfast                                     Room with breakfast
Sunderban                                                                                        Room With all meals
Jaldapara                                                                                          Room With all meals
Gangtok                              Room With all meals                        Room With all meals                                     Room with breakfast
Pemayangtse                    Room With all meals                        Room With all meals                                     Room with breakfast
Darjeeling                          Room With all meals                        Room With all meals                                    Room with breakfast
Kalimpong                         Room With all meals                         Room With all meals                                   Room with breakfast

Note: Tea Garden, Sundarban & Jaldapara : Accommodation includes all meals in Standard category.

Transportation:
You will be traveling by exclusive vehicles (Air Conditioned only in Kolkata & Bangal) driven by experienced drivers.
The Food:
We serve simple dishes specially and tastefully cooked for you by our trained local chef. Much variety is not possible owing to the remoteness of some of the areas, yet best possible food is provided under strict hygienic supervision.

The Activities:
You will be experiencing different types of activities during your tour such as Country Boat Ride, Tram Ride, Hand pulled Rixo Ride, Elephant Ride, Toy Train Ride, Villege & Nature Walk to have an in-depth idea of Indian society and culture. All costs would be included in the Package.
Other Inclusions:
Escorted Surface transfers & Sighteeing, activities mentioned above, stay at the mentioned hotels on twin sharing basis with all meals, Guided & Escort Through Tour, all entrance fees porter and parking charges, Few local cultural shows might be experienced.