BIKHBARI-DZONGRI TREK TOUR
Duration :
12 Nights / 13 Days
Destination Covered : Darjeeling, Pelling, Yumthang, Lachung, Murshidabad, Gulmarg, Munnar, Bundi, Lahaul & Spiti, Somnath, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park
Tour Activities : Trekking
Tour Themes : Religious & Pilgrimage
* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.
Darjeeling, Pelling and Yumthang Tour Overview
BIKHBARI-DZONGRI TREK
Darjeeling, Pelling and Yumthang Tour Itinerary
Upon our arrival at the nearest airport Bagdogra, where our assistant will meet you with transport to Darjeeling - about 3 hours. The journey through tea plantations and tiny villages takes us to Darjeeling. Built on top of a ridge, Darjeeling faces the Himalayasand provides a broad introduction to Nepalese culture in addition to its old colonial feel. Overnight comfortable stay in your hotel in Darjeeling (6700 ft.)
Early morning (@04:00AM), drive to the Tiger hill. Situated at an altitude of 8442 ft. Tiger hill has earned international fame for the magnificent view of the sunrise. The majestic peak Kanchenjunga (8596 mtrs) rears up flanked by Mt.Kabru and Mt Pandim to the far left are Everest, Makalu and Lhotse. Other peaks visible from here are Mt. Jano, Mt. Nar sing, Mt. Frey peak, Mt. Sinolchu etc. After Tiger Hill, visit Yiga Choling Monastery of Ghoom. After breakfast, visit Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, a high altitude wildlife Zoo with the most successful captive breeding center for Snow leopard and Red Panda. After this visit, you may proceed to Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center and then Tea Garden. You may take a joy ride in the famous Darjeeling "Toy Train", titled World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Evening free for market Overnight at Hotel.
After breakfast drive to Yuksum. (1780 M) – The oldest capital of Sikkim. Yuksum is the base for Dzongri Trek. Overnight stay at Yuksom Hotel.
Start the first day trek to reach Tsoka (3049 m). It’s an uphill trek through dense bamboo bushes and forest. The trek crosses numerous streams en-route.Overnight stay at Tent.
Trek to Phedang along a well-marked track through thick Rhododendron forest, bamboo bushes. The trek is gradual climb for most part. Dzongri offers fantastic view of Kanchendzonga range of mountains and Mt. Pandim. Overnight stay in trekkers hut / camp. Overnight stay at Tent.
Today after breakfast, trek to Dzongri and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Tent.
Rise early and shine, today you will have to trek uphill till the ridge to chase the dawn. The view of the sun gliding above the mountainous horizon is breathtaking. Also, you can enjoy the astounding view of the neighbouring peaks - Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), Kabru (7,000 m), Pandim (6,691 m), Rathong glacier, amongst other. After few steps, you will trek along the rhododendron bushes and pasture land, till you reach Chamaray. From Chamaray, a steep uphill climb might land you to Laxmi Pokhari. Back to Dzongri -which will be your camping site for the day and dinner.Overnight stay at Tent.
On this day, hike to Bikhbari. Dinner and overnight stay in Bikhbari camp.Overnight stay at Tent.
Today is going to be the day for what you have been waiting, trek to the Kanchenjunga Base Camp. Early morning, get ready for a trek to Kanchenjunga Base Camp to see the stunning view of the Frey's peak (5830 meters), Koktang (6,148 meters), Kabur and Rathong glacier. Spend some time there and come back to Bikhbari for camp and overnight stay.Overnight stay at Tent.
This day can be spent at leisure to save your strength for the next day. Lap up the charming settings that abound. If you wish, you can explore the vicinity nearby. Retreat for the night in tents.Overnight stay at Tent.
Early morning, start trekking downhill to Bakkhim for overnight stay and dinner. Overnight stay at Tent.
Trek back to reach the Yuksum (End of Trekking). Here onwards drive to Pelling. On arrival check in at hotel for overnight stay. Overnight stay at Pelling Hotel.
On time, get driven to nearest Bagdogra Airport.
More Details about Darjeeling, Pelling and Yumthang Tour
- Hotel
- Standard Hotel Accommodation in double sharing with MAP Plan & Lunch at Local Restaurant.
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07 Nights Stay in Lodge or Huts while on Trek
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Included in trek/tour cost are 3 meals a day (AP)
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All Transfers by Luxury Vehicles.
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01 English Speaking tour cum trek Guide
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Jo, Porters & Assistant (as per group size)
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Singhalila & other Entrance Fees
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01 Bottle Mineral Water & Juice will be provided to each person everyday.
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Some Supplementary snacks (Cake, Biscuits, Cadbury Fruits, etc) while on Trek.
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Applicable Government Tax (G.S.T).
- Anything that is not mentioned in the INCLUSION
- Payment Policy:
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Any confirmation is subject to an advance deposit of 50% of the package cost and has to be paid immediately, after that we can process the booking.
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Balance Payment has to be made in advance and must be paid & as per time limit given at the time of confirmation.
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Full Payment needs to be done one day prior to the tour or on the day of arrival.
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Payments can be remitted by depositing the amount through the mode of internet banking in the account (which will be provided while booking the package).
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After depositing the payment, please e-mail us the Deposit slip
| No of pax |
Age Limit |
Price per pax (Rs) |
| Adult |
Above 12 years |
INR
78000 /
Adult
( With Tax )
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Cancellation & Refund Policy
- POLICY REGARDING CANCELLATION / NO SHOW / EARLY DEPARTURE
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In case of cancellation of tour/travel services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reason/s we must be informed in writing. Cancellation charges would be effective from the date we receive letter in writing and cancellation charges would be as follows:
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30 days & prior to arrival – 10% of the tour/service cost.
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20 days to 18 days prior to arrival – 20% of the tour/service cost.
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14 days to 16 days prior to arrival – 25% of the tour/service cost.
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10 days to 08 days prior to arrival – 50% of the tour/service cost.
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07 days & less, prior to arrival or no show – NO REFUND.
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Please note – Irrespective of above mentioned cancellations slabs – in case of cancellation of tour services after the booking is made with us – a minimum 10% service charges would be applicable.
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REFUND
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In case you cancel the trip after commencement refund would be restricted to a limited amount that too would depend on the amount that we would be able to recover from the hoteliers we patronize. For unused hotel accommodation, chartered transportation and missed meals etc. we do not bear any responsibility to refund.
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Where as in case of Cancellation before the commencement, it will take atleast two weeks time to refund the said amount.
