- Tour Operator:
- Explore!
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 16 to 85
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 124400
Highlights
- Weave through the UNESCO Sundarban mangroves
- Ride the 'Toy Train' to the infamous Darjeeling station
- Soak up the atmosphere in the colourful Sikkimese capital
- Spend time in the most relaxed capital city in the world
- Visit the stunning Dzong at the confluence of two rivers
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Join trip in Kolkata (Calcutta)
- Day 2 Explore Kolkata's temples and historic buildings
- Day 3 Discover more of Kolkata - visit Belur Math and Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Day 4 Search for wildlife in Sundarbans
- Day 5 Cruise through narrow creeks to Dobanke wildlife viewing platform
- Day 6 Return to Kolkata for journey to Darjeeling
- Day 7 Continue journey to Darjeeling
- Day 8 Visit Tiger Hill for views over the Himalayas
- Day 9 Ride on the Toy Train to Ghoom Monastery
- Day 10 Drive to Pelling and evening walk to Sanga Choling Monastery
- Day 11 Walk along Kecheopelri Lake and visit Pemayangtse Monastery
- Day 12 Explore Sikkim's former capital and drive to Gangtok
- Day 13 Visit a Tibetan craft centre
- Day 14 Drive to Kalimpong via Rumtek Monastery
- Day 15 Pass through tea estates and enter Bhutan
- Day 16 Discover Thimpu's Tashichho Dzong
- Day 17 Enjoy the displays at the annual Thimpu Festival
- Day 18 Spend a second day at the Thimpu Festival
- Day 19 Cross the Dochu La Pass en route to Punakha
- Day 20 Visit the riverside dzong and drive to Paro
- Day 21 Hike to the Tiger's Nest Monastery
- Day 22 Fly to Kathmandu
- Day 23 Trip ends in Kathmandu
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Optional Extras
What's Not Included
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Peerless Inn
HotelDays 1, 2, 3Sunderban Tiger Camp
HotelDays 4, 5Overnight Train Kolkata to New Jalpaiguri
Sleeper Trainday 6Summit Montana Suites & Spa
HotelDays 7, 8, 9Summit Tashi Gang Resort
HotelDays 10, 11Summit Grand Resort & Spa
HotelDays 12, 13Summit Sherpa Mountain Hotel
Hotelday 14Lhaki Hotel
Hotelday 15Bhutan Peaceful Residency & Spa
HotelDays 16, 17, 18Punakha Camp
Campingday 19Hotel Drukchen
HotelDays 20, 21Hotel Ambassador
Hotelday 22
Operated by
Explore!
Number of tours
445
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportGood
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- ARobert· November 13th, 2023Darjeeling, Bhutan, Kathmandu.Trip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ALinda· November 21st, 2023Bhutan was very special in many ways. Loved the calm, peaceful vibe after the frenetic India.The visit to Pemayangtse Monastery listening to the chanting for world peace was very moving. Hike to Tiger’s Nest was more challenging than expected, more info required re the terrain. Punakha Camp was great. Flower market by Howrah Bridge was lovely.Show moreTrip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AAnne· November 9th, 2023Bhutan was definitely the highlight of the trip. It's the most beautiful country and, after the hustle and bustle and noise of India, a very welcome stay in a much quieter, more relaxed country with friendly, welcoming people. The night we spent camping by the river was very special, but the real highlight had to be the hike to Tiger's Nest Monastery, which was fabulousShow moreTrip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ABridget· November 8th, 2023Darjeeling was a gem, went far beyond my expectations. Sundarban, cruising the channels was magical. The Kingdom of Sikkim made me feel like a queen. Bhutan was everything I had heard and more. Ponakha camp, a nice endingTrip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ABelinda· November 18th, 2023The highlight was definitely the Tigers Nest Monastery. We were also taken to the temple of "the mad monk "which was not on the itinerary but was really interesting and illustrated the local culture. The camping in Bhutan and the hot stone bath was great but an extra night there would have allowed a chance to explore the local area.Show moreTrip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- APippa· November 20th, 2023Wildlife at the Sunderbans, and a lovely hotel. Paro-Kathmmandu flight. Seeing Kanchenjunga at dawn in so many places Darjeeling generally, and Pelling Camping at Punakha. Kathmandu - could happily have stayed longer. I spent so many days getting up at dawn, and it was always worth it!Show moreTrip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AJennifer· November 20th, 2023Brilliant itinerary in Darjeeling, Sikkim and Bhutan. Loved the camp site in Bhutan and the hotels were all good, apart from Kolkata.Trip date: October 2023Review collected by Explore!
- APatricia· December 23rd, 2019The night at the camp in Punakha was so relaxing I could have spent another night there. The only real negative I found was that we seemed to arrive at each destination quite late. I understand that it can't really be helped most of the time, so I never let it affect me.Show more
Explore! commented on this reviewthanks for the great feedback, Bhutan is such a peaceful place, especially by the river in Punakha!Trip date: September 2019Review collected by Explore! - AGordon· December 23rd, 2019-Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for the review. Glad you had a nice trip!Trip date: September 2019Review collected by Explore!
- ARachel· December 23rd, 2019I think the main strength of this trip is the extremely varied itinerary. But it should be pointed out that the ending of the monsoon is now unpredictable, and trips that coincide with the Thimpu festival may catch some poor weather. In our case, I was very disappointed with the weather in Darjeeling: I believe it has some pleasant gardens, and I'd like to have seen them.Show moreExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review and feedback. Hope to travel with you in the future.Trip date: September 2019Review collected by Explore!
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