25 days tour

Wonders Of Darjeeling, Bhutan & Sri Lanka (2020)

Wonders Of Darjeeling, Bhutan & Sri Lanka (2020)

This tour includes:

Flights

Flights from Bhutan to India and from India to Sri Lanka *** All other flights are not included.

Transport

Airport transfers and tipping

Meals

53 meals - 24 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 17 dinners

Accommodation

24 nights premium accommodation Two Nights, Kolkata, Oberoi Grand Hotel Siliguri, Hotel Sinclairs Three Nights, Darjeeling, Hotel Windamere Phuntsholing, Lakhi Hotel Two Nights, Paro, Tigerโ€™s Nest Resort Punakha, Green Resort Two Nights, Thimphu, Druk Hotel Kolkata, Oberoi Grand Hotel Negombo, Jetwing Lagoon Three Nights, Sigiriya, Aliya Resort & Spa Two Nights, Kandy, Amaya Hills Nuwara Eliya, Araliya Green Hills Hotel Two Nights, Jetwing Yala Two Nights, Heritance Ahungalla

Guide

Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort in India and Bhutan and Travelmarvel Tour Director in Sri Lanka

Others

Flights from Bhutan to India and from India to Sri Lanka

Not included:

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Wonders Of Darjeeling, Bhutan & Sri Lanka (2020)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Kolkata
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive Kolkata

      Be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Tonight you will enjoy a Welcome Dinner.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Kolkata
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Kolkata

      Your day is enhanced with a number of different Insider Experiences. Youโ€™ll also visit the Victoria Memorial and continue to the โ€˜Potterโ€™s Villageโ€™.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Kolkata, Siliguri
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kolkata, Siliguri

      After a morning at leisure, board your train bound for New Jalpaiguri. Upon arrival, be transferred to Siliguri, located in the foothills of the Himalayas.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Siliguri, The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Darjeeling
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Siliguri, The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Darjeeling

      En route to Kurseong, visit Salagura Monastery. After, spend time on an Insider Experience.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Darjeeling, Tiger Hill, Ghum
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Darjeeling, Tiger Hill, Ghum

      Your day is off to an exciting start with a memorable Insider Experience. In the afternoon, visit Darjeelingโ€™s Mountaineering Institute.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Darjeeling
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Darjeeling

      Today you will visit one of the townโ€™s authentic tea plantations for a guided tour and tasting. This afternoon is yours at leisure.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Darjeeling, Phuntsholing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Darjeeling, Phuntsholing

      Cross the border into Bhutan and enjoy an Insider Experience.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Phuntsholing, Paro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Phuntsholing, Paro

      Continue to Paro. En route, visit Kharbandi Gompa Monastery.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Paro
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Paro

      You might like to start your day with an optional Insider Experience. After lunch visit the Buddhist temple Kyichu Lhakhang. Tonight, stroll around central Paro.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Paro, Punakha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Paro, Punakha

      Visit Rinpung Dzong โ€“ a fortress monastery. You will also explore the National Museum before an Insider Experience.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Punakha, Thimphu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Punakha, Thimphu

      Kick off your day with an Insider Experience. Later, visit Punakha Dzong on the way to Thimphu. Tonight, take a stroll through central Thimphu.

  • Day 12 Day 12: Thimphu
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Thimphu

      Today, enjoy a tour of Thimphu, which includes the small temple Zangtho Pelri, the Folk Heritage Museum, Memorial Chorten, Buddha Point, Tarkin Reserve.

  • Day 13 Day 13: Thimphu, Kolkata
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Thimphu, Kolkata

      Transfer to Paro and fly to Kolkata. This afternoon, tour Dalhousie Square, Jain Temple and South Park Street Cemetery.

  • Day 14 Day 14: Kolkata, Negombo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Kolkata, Negombo

      Fly from Kolkata to Negombo in Sri Lanka, where youโ€™ll be met and transferred to your hotel overlooking the lagoon.

  • Day 15 Day 15: Negombo, Sigiriya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Negombo, Sigiriya

      Venture to the World Heritage-listed Dambulla Cave Temple and explore the five sanctuaries. Later this afternoon, arrive at your Insider Experience.

  • Day 16 Day 16: Sigiriya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Sigiriya

      Visit World Heritage-listed Sigiriya Rock. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure.

  • Day 17 Day 17: Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa

      Head to the World Heritage site of Polonnaruwa for a tour. This afternoon, perhaps head out on a safari.

  • Day 18 Day 18: Sigiriya, Kandy
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Sigiriya, Kandy

      Travel from Sigiriya to Kandy. See the World Heritage-listed Temple of the Tooth. Later this evening, experience a traditional Sri Lankan cultural performance.

  • Day 19 Day 19: Kandy, Peradeniya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Kandy, Peradeniya

      Visit the Royal Botanical Gardens of Peradeniya. After, perhaps set out on an optional trip to Tamarind Gardens.

  • Day 20 Day 20: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya

      This morning, journey to Nuwara Eliya. En route, visit one of the famous tea plantations and factories. Later, tour Nuwara Eliya.

  • Day 21 Day 21: Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21: Nuwara Eliya, Yala National Park

      Begin your day with an Insider Experience. Continue to Yala where youโ€™ll check in to your hotel.

  • Day 22 Day 22: Yala National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 22: Yala National Park

      Board a Jeep and venture out on a morning safari in Yala National Park. Spend the afternoon at your leisure, or head out on an optional safari.

  • Day 23 Day 23: Galle, Ahungalla
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Galle, Ahungalla

      Enjoy a memorable Insider Experience. Later, continue to Galle and onwards to Ahungalla.

  • Day 24 Day 24: Ahungalla
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Ahungalla

      The day is at leisure. Perhaps join the optional tour to the Lunuganga Estate.

  • Day 25 Day 25: Colombo, Depart Negombo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25: Colombo, Depart Negombo

      Make your way to Colombo. Tonight, enjoy a special Farewell Dinner at Lagoon Seafood Restaurant before a transfer to the airport.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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