Trek Darjeeling's famous mountain trail from Mane Bahanjyang to Sandakphu and on to Phalut and Rimbik. Enjoy great views of the Kanchenjuna, Makalu and Everest peaks. Trek through the Singalela National Park. Spring rhododendrons and clear autumn views. Visit the Raj time hill resort town of Darjeeling and the famous tea plantations first started by the British.
Best Season: October-May.Maximum Altitude: Sandakphu (3636m / 11,926ft)
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
ARRIVE DARJEELING
Arrive at Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway Station or Bhadrapur Airport. Meet and transfer to Darjeeling. Hotel.
(D)
Day 2:
DARJEELING SIGHTSEEING
Full day sightseeing tours around Darjeeling including Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Zoological Garden, Tea Estate and bazaar.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 3:
MANEBHANJYANG-TONGLU TREK
Drive from Darjeeling to Maneybhanjyang - 2hrs / 26 Kms. Hike about 3 hours (7 kms) to Tonglu (3070m). Tents or Trekkers Hut.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 4:
TONGLU-SANDAKPHU TREK
Trek steadily ascending from Tonglu to Sandakphu (3636m) in about 6 hours. Tents or Trekkers Hut.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 5:
SANDAKPHU-PHALUT TREK
This morning enjoy sunrise views over the Kanchanjunga and Everest ranges. Afterwards trek from through rhododendron and silver Fir forest with panoramic views of the mountains ranges to to Phalut (3600m) in about 6 hours. Tents or Trekkers Hut.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 6:
PHALUT-RAMMAN TREK
Today descend steeply from Phalut to Ramman through the thick forest of chestnut , pines and hemlock, in about 5 hours. Tents.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 7:
RAMMAN-RIMBIK TREK
Easy trek descending from Ramman to the lush valley and villages of Rimbik (2286 m) in about 4 hours. Enjoy beautiful views of the forested hillsides and subtropical valleys dotted with farmlands and villages. Tents or Lodge.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 8:
RIMBIK TO DARJEELING
This morning drive from Rimbik to Darjeeling in about 4 hours. Arrive Darjeeling. Check in Hotel. Rest of the day free. Hotel.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 9:
DARJEELING-KALIMPONG
Drive through the Darjeeling hills passing by manicured Tea Plantations to the town of Kalimpong in about 3 hours). Afternoon visit Tibetan Buddhist monastery and the Kalimpong Farmers’ Bazaar. Hotel overnight.
(B) (L) (D)
Day 10:
DEPARTURE
Drive to Bagdogra Airport, NJP Railway Station or Bhadrapur Airport for departure flight. End of tour.
(B)
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
TOUR COST INCLUDES:
- First Class Hotel accommodation.
- Tent accommodation while on trek.
- Fully organized trek with guide, cook, porters, camping equipment.
- All fixed (TDH) meals.
- All road transport by car/jeep/coach.
- Service of an English speaking guide.
- Entrance fees to monuments visited.
- Sikkim / Darjeeling permits.
DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Sleeping bags (can be hired).
- Bottled and alcoholic drinks.
- Tips, client insurance, evacuation costs.
- Any expenses of personal nature.
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