Tour Details

Duration: 06 Nights / 07 Days

Places: Gangtok – Lachung - Gangtok - Kalimpong

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many days does it take to travel around the Northeast?

Ans: A minimum of 7 days is required to visit two or three famous tourist destinations. Generally, a minimum of 25 days is required to visit all seven states and see the best of these places. 2 to 3 weeks is recommended. Please note that this optimal coverage includes all locations in all states, including the most popular ones. It takes more than 50 days to visit all tourist attractions in each state.

Q: What are the major airports in Northeast India?

Ans: Major airports in Northeast India: Dibrugarh Airport, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Lilabari Airport, Jorhat Airport, Silchar Airport, Tezpur Airport, Dimapur Airport, Lengpui Airport, Shillong Airport, Pasighat Airport, Agartala Airport, Imphal International Airport.

Q: Do we need special permission to visit Northeast India?

Ans: Not applicable to all states. But 3 out of 7 states in the Northeast require a permit: Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur and Mizoram. The permit is called the Inner Line Permit (ILP). Any state outside the Northeast, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland or Mizoram can get the permit. Major airports in the Northeast, such as Guwahati International Airport, can issue the permit. The Arunachal Pradesh government also provides the facility to apply for an Inner Line Permit online. Foreigners require a different type of permit, the Protected Area Permit (PAP). We usually include the cost of applying for an ILP in the total cost of our tour packages to ensure that your trip is hassle-free.

Q: When it is best time to visit Northeast India?

Ans: The best time to visit Arunachal Pradesh is in between September and May. The best time to visit Meghalaya is from January to July. In fact, Meghalaya can be visited all year round, but the waterfalls are at their most beautiful during the summer months. The national parks are officially open only during winter, usually from November through April.

Q: Is the tour customizable?

Ans: Yes. Naturally. All tours are customizable. We offer tailor-made and customized tour plans in Northeast India.

Q: How do I know my booking is confirmed?

Ans: Whether booking online or over the phone, you will receive a confirmation email with your booking number and travel dates.

Q: How do I book a tour?

Ans: All tour booking inquiries can be emailed to info@ntpindiatourism.com and we will respond to you within 24 hours. You can call us at +91 9810098099 for complete details. If you are seeking a group booking, we request that you provide as many tour details as possible, such as the number of adults and children travelling, preferred dates and destinations, budget, etc.

Q: What payment methods are accepted?

Ans: We currently accept bank transfers and online payment methods.

You can confirm your tour booking with NTP Groups by paying 20% ​​of the total tour cost.

Q: What is the best time to visit Assam and Meghalaya?

Ans: The best time to visit Assam and Meghalaya is typically during the months of October to May, when the weather is pleasant and ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Q: How to Reach North East India

Ans: Northeast India is one of the most promising holiday destinations in India. Some parts of the northeast are still not developed and considered as remote areas. However, if you wish to visit this paradise, there are various ways to access the same.

Check out the following ways to travel to Northeast India:

By Flight

There are several cities in India that offer direct flights to Assam, Manipur, Nagaland, and Tripura. Guwahati, the only metropolitan city in the Northeast, is the gateway to other states in the Northeast. Guwahati offers direct and domestic flights from various cities in India. From Guwahati, you can catch flights to Dimapur, Silchar, Aizawl, Agartala, Tezpur, Jorhat, and Dibrugarh. Not all states have functioning airports; therefore, the only mode of transportation once you reach a destination is by road. There are also helicopter flights to Aizwal and Naharlagun.

By Car

Most people prefer to reach Northeast India by road and experience the amazing landscapes.

By Bus

Buses from the Northeast run to Guwahati from West Bengal. You can get off in Guwahati and take ASTC buses from Paltan Bazar to other states in Northeast India.

Other options to travel locally include Sumo or shared taxis to travel within the urban areas. The tourist taxi services available in Northeast states make it quite convenient to travel around the different states.

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival in Bagdogra | Drive to Gangtok (120 kms / aproox. 4.5 hours)

Meet our representative upon arrival in Bagdogra and proceed to Gangtok–capital city of Sikkim is a cosmopolitan town with interesting mix of cultures and communities. It is situated in the shivalik hills of eastern Himalayan range thus offers spectacular view of the Khangchendzonga. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and in evening stroll on MG road which is popular among locals and tourists. Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 02 : Sightseeing in Gangtok

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy sightseeing tour coveringRumtek Monastery, Do DrulChortenand Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (closed on Sundays). Spend evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Gangtok.

Day 3 : Drive from Gangtok to Lachung (115 kms / approx. 4.5 hours)

After early breakfast, drive to Lachung. On your way, see the Singhik View Point, Chumthang Valley, Twin Falls and Vima Falls. Check-in at hotel in Lachung and enjoy lunch. Explore the beautiful Himalayan village of Lachung in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel in Lachung.

Day 4 : Trip to Yumthang Valley to Gangtok

After breakfast, drive to the Yumthang Valley. Yumthang is a picturesque region surrounded by the rugged Himalayas. In spring, the ice in the valley thaws out to allow vast grazing pastures to grow all around. Many yaks can be seen grazing in the pastures. Visit the Singba Rhododendron Sanctuary and the Hot Sulphur Spring. Drive back to Lachung for lunch. Then, visit the Lachung Monastery and the Government Cottage Industry. Afternoon transfer from Lachung to Gangtok. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 : Excursion to Changu Lake

Breakfast at the hotel and drive towardsChangu Lake which is 35 Kms from Gangtok at an altitude of 12,400 feet. The lake derives its waters from melting snows off the surrounding mountains Legends say that lamas could forecast the future by studying the color of the lake’s waters. Also visit Baba Mandir.Later, proceed to hotel in Gangtok and check-in for overnight stay.

Day 6 : Drive from Gangtok – Kalimpong (83 kms / approx. 3 hours)

Breakfast at the hotel and drive to Kalimpong.In afternoon,enjoy sightseeing of Kalimpong coveringZang Dog PalriFoBrang Monastery, TharpaCholing Monastery, ThongsaGumpa and flower nurseries. Return to your hotel for overnight stay.

Day 7 : Drive back from Kalimpong – Bagdogra (80 kms / approx3 hour)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Bagdograairport for return flight back home.

Inclusions

Inclusions   

    - 6 night accommodation in well-appointed rooms as mentioned below hotels or equivalent
    - Assistance at the airport
    - All transfers & Sightseeing as per itinerary by private vehicle (Non AC Tata Sumo)
    - Local Sightseeing in Gangtok will be done using Non AC Van
    - Drivers allowances, toll taxes and Govt. Service Tax

Exclusions

    - Air tickets, airport taxes and Visa fee for foreign nationals
    - Toy Train ride in Darjeeling
    - Guide service as per the itinerary
    - Entrance fee at Monuments as per the itinerary
    - Special activities as per the itinerary
    - Items of personal nature like laundry, phone calls, tips to guides / drivers etc.
    - Camera / Video camera fees applicable at monument

Note:

    - Monuments closed on
    - Gangtok – Enchey Monastery, Tibetology, Cottage Industry on every Sunday
    - Kalimpong – Flower Nursery on every Saturday
    - Hotel Check in 1400hrs and check out 1200hrs

Price

Cost: On Request

Payment

Payment Gateway Link: Payment Gateway Online card payments

HDFC BANK DETAILS

Account Title : NTP Tourism Affairs Ltd.
Bank : HDFC Bank Limited
Bank A/C : 12202560000897
Branch : M 39, Outer Circle
Address: M 36, Outer Circle, Opposite Super Bazar, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001
IFSC Code : HDFC0001220
Swift Code : HDFCINBBDEL

ICICI BANK DETAILS

Account Title : NTP Tourism Affairs Ltd.
Bank : ICICI Bank
Bank A/C : 000705004621
Branch : Shop No- 7C Plot No- GH04B, Prateek Stylome Sector- 45 Gautam Budh Nagar, Noida- 201335, India
IFSC Code : ICIC0000031
Swift Code : ICICINBBCTS

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