Revel in the immersive nature of East India
Explore the unexplored on the remarkable 11-day Wonders of East India Tour! East India is known for hustle, bustle, and immersive exciting atmosphere. There’s no way to take it in like from the ground floor, so get into the cities and places that make India so fascinating.
An English-speaking guide will lead you to a collection of memorable towns tucked below the soaring Himalayas. Enjoy the houses and buildings scattered across grassy slopes in Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Kalimpong, where layers of peaks paint the background. Begin and end your exploration holiday in one of the most populated cities in the world, Kolkata- never a dull moment in this thriving hub.
The 11-day guided Wonders of East India Tour contrasts a visit to one of the busiest cities on Earth with the opportunity to discover more unspoiled regions within this fascinating, storied country. Don’t miss it!
Highlights of the Wonders of Eastern India Tour
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Wonders of East India Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Kolkata
Meet and greet a tour representative upon arrival at the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport near Kolkata before transferring to your hotel. Do note that Kolkata may be one of the most populated cities globally, but it never forgets its roots! It began as a quaint fisherman’s village before morphing into what it is today. Mother Teresa worked tirelessly for the poor in this city.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kolkata
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Travel to Darjeeling
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before transferring to the airport for your flight to Bagdogra. Another tour representative will greet you upon arrival and drive you to Darjeeling, where an array of tea gardens in the green slopes await. Admire the soaring Kanchenjunga Cluster—a part of the Himalayas—demanding attention in the background. Check into your hotel when you arrive and relax!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Darjeeling
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Explore Darjeeling
Before golden light replaces the night sky, go to Tiger Hill to watch the sun rise above the third highest peak in the world, Kanchenjunga. After basking in Earth’s natural beauty, head to Ghoom Monastery and admire the giant statue of Maitreya Buddha. Return to your hotel for a hearty breakfast before continuing to the Himalayan Zoological Park. You can view Siberian tigers here! Travel to the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan Refugee Self-Help Center, and Gombu Rock Site as well. You will also visit some tea gardens.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Darjeeling
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Relax in Darjeeling
Spend the day relaxing or exploring Darjeeling at your leisure.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Darjeeling
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Travel to Gangtok
Enjoy breakfast before embarking on a 4-hour drive to Gangtok, a hillside town backed by the Himalayas. Spend the rest of the day relaxing at the hotel after you arrive.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Gangtok
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Discover Gangtok
Enjoy breakfast before going on a sightseeing tour around this lovely town located in Sikkim. You’ll visit Tsuk la Khang (Royal Chapel), Institute of Tibetology, Memorial Chorten, Orchid Sanctuary, Institute of Cottage Industry, and the 200-year-old Enchey Monastery. After exploring these beautiful attractions, you can spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Gangtok
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Day at leisure in Gangtok
Opt to relax at the hotel or explore the city!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Gangtok
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Go to Kalimpong
Enjoy a delicious breakfast before travelling to Kalimpong, a remote hill station situated along the Himalayan foothills. Admire the orchids blanketing the land! Check into your hotel upon arrival and spend the rest of the day as you please.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kalimpong
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 Get to know Kalimpong
After breakfast, embark on a tour around Kalimpong. Discover the Zong Do Palri Fo Brang Monastery, Thongsa Gompa, Sericulture Institute, and flower nurseries. Relax at the hotel for the rest of the day or go exploring on your own.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kalimpong
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Fly to Kolkata
Enjoy breakfast before driving to Bagdogra, where you’ll board your flight to Kolkata. A tour representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Kolkata
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 Discover Kolkata
Go on a sightseeing tour around Kolkata before checking out of your hotel. Visit Victoria Memorial, Birla Planetarium, and St. Paul's Cathedral. Transfer from your hotel to the airport in the afternoon. The tour ends once you reach the airport.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Wonders of East India Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour in Eastern India is always run as a private tour for your group only. Please note that the prices might increase during public holidays.
Prices below are per person:
- Guided Groups of 2-10: from $2,127 USD per person
Accommodation on the Wonders of Eastern India Tour
This tour will have you staying in 4 and 5-star hotels that offer modern necessities to keep you comfortable. Do note that rooms are double occupancy, but you can often upgrade to single occupancy for an additional fee. Single travellers are also required to pay a supplement.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel (please contact us for the pricing). It’s also often possible to match single travellers up.
Hotels on Standard Tour
The Oberoi Grand in Kolkata ★★★★★
The sleek architecture and upscale amenities elevate this 5-star hotel to the next level! Enjoy the pool, bar, gym, restaurant, and spa services here.
Windamere Hotel in Darjeeling ★★★★
Relax in one of the oldest colonial lodges in India! This hotel believes in making guests feel like prized royalty. Enjoy the bar, restaurant, and yoga classes.
The Elgin Nor-Khill in Gangtok ★★★★
Appreciate the Sikkimese influence in this welcoming, friendly hotel. Enjoy the spa, WiFi, bar and lounge, and on-site restaurant during your stay.
The Elgin Silver Oaks in Kalimpong ★★★★
Admire the stunning views of the Himalayas from this comfortable lodge, which has morphed into a luxurious hotel.
The Oberoi Grand in Kolkata ★★★★★
The sleek architecture and upscale amenities elevate this 5-star hotel to the next level! Enjoy the pool, bar, gym, restaurant, and spa services here.
What’s included in the Wonders of Eastern India Tour?
Meals
10 breakfasts are included on this tour. You are responsible for buying your lunches and dinners.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 10 nights is included on this tour.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation is included for transfers to pick-up and drop-off spots throughout the tour. Please note that there are two local flights during the tour that you need to book yourself in advance or contact us to include them in your tour package. You should budget around $240 USD for these flights.
Also Included
- Guide
- Entrance fees
Not included
- Flights to and from Kolkata
- Two local flights during the tour
- Accommodations before and after the tour
- Tour guide gratuity
- Personal necessities such as drinks during mealtimes
- Lunches and dinners
Optional Extras
- You can upgrade to single occupancy for a fee
- Extra nights before or after the tour
Frequently Asked Questions about Wonders of Eastern India Tour
Trans India Holidays was founded nearly 30 years ago in New Dehli, India. They grew their team from four dedicated travellers to 100 energetic guides and trip planners.
Trans India strives to provide the best possible value for client’s money, continually searching for ways they can upgrade their service and experiences.
Offering a range of tour styles, Trans India operates cultural, religious, adventure, wildlife, culinary, family-friendly, and sporting tours.
Looking after each little detail from the perfect hotel room to booking your tee time for you, Trans India knows how to make a holiday in India as unforgettable as possible.
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Rajiv has been working as a guide since 1996, and fell in love with sharing the ancient cultural and social roots of India with travellers. Rajiv believes that the diversity of India’s different regions in terms of food, language, and culture makes travelling the country an experience like no other. Rajiv runs all kinds of tours, but especially enjoys trekking tours. He’s climbed mountains up to 8,000 feet in -10 degrees with groups and considers those to be his greatest achievements as a guide.
- Q: What is your favourite trip to lead?
- A: I enjoy giving people walking tours of the city, because that’s the best way to give a vivid introduction to the country and also because there is an element of surprise on the streets. It cannot be controlled or planned, and I immensely enjoy presenting that world to them.
- Q: What is one experience anybody visiting your country should have?
- A: Learning to cook traditional Indian food.
- Q: What is one local dish or drink that visitors absolutely have to try?
- A: Masala Dosa, it’s very tasty.
- Q: What is the best part about guiding?
- A: Providing them with more than they expected and noticing and taking care of any discomforts the guests might experience. Sometimes the guests don’t say it, so as a guide you have to be very attentive to that.