Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days
Locations: Delhi – Bhubaneswar – Puri – Calcutta – Bagdogara – Darjeeling – Gangtok – Kalimpong – Bagdogara – Delhi
| Tour Highlights | |
| Delhi | Red Fort, Raj Ghat, Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, India Gate, President’s House, Humayun’s Tomb & Qutub Minar |
| Bhubaneswar | Lingaraja, Parashurameshwara & Mukteswara Temples |
| Lalitgiri & Ratnagiri |
Ancient Buddhist Complexes |
| Udaigiri | Jain & Buddhist caves and monasteries |
| Dhauli | Shanti Stupa (Peace Pagoda) |
| Konark | Sun Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site) |
| Puri | Jagannath Temple & Beach |
| Calcutta | Victoria Memorial & Howrah Bridge |
| Darjeeling | Tiger Hill, Ghoom, Chholing & Darli Monasteries, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, Mountaineering Institute & Observatory Hill |
| Gangtok | Institute of Tibetology, Tsongmo Lake, Do Drul Chorten, Rumtek Monastery, Himalayan Zoological Park, Government Institute of Cottage Industries & Lal Bazaar |
| Kalimpong | Thongsa Gompa, Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Gompa, Tharpa Choeling Monastery & Dr. Graham’s Home |
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive by international flight. After a traditional ‘Swagat’ (welcome), our representative will assist you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.
Delhi is a vibrant metropolis that seamlessly blends the ancient with the modern. Its strategic location made it the preferred seat of power for several dynasties. The city is believed to encompass the mythological city of Indraprastha, mentioned in the Mahabharata. Over centuries, rulers such as Qutub-ud-din Aibak, Alauddin Khilji, the Tughlaqs, Humayun and Shah Jahan shaped Delhi’s architectural legacy, including the walled city of Shahjahanabad.
In the early 20th century, New Delhi was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens as a grand administrative centre of British India. The contrast between Old Delhi and New Delhi reflects differing lifestyles and historical eras.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi (B)
Day 02: Delhi
Enjoy a guided tour of Old Delhi, the 17th-century walled city of Shahjahanabad. Visit the magnificent Jama Masjid, built in 1656 by Emperor Shah Jahan. Walk or take a rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Chandni Chowk to reach the iconic Red Fort, constructed in 1648.
In New Delhi, visit Raj Ghat, the memorial of Mahatma Gandhi. Drive past India Gate, built in 1931 in memory of Indian soldiers, and President’s House, formerly the Viceroy’s residence. Explore Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of Mughal architecture, followed by the towering Qutub Minar, the world’s tallest brick minaret and a UNESCO-listed monument.
Overnight Hotel – Delhi (B)
Day 03: Delhi – Bhubaneswar
Arrive in Bhubaneswar, the historic temple city and former capital of ancient Kalinga. The city showcases an extraordinary evolution of Odishan temple architecture spanning nearly two millennia.
Half Day Tour
Visit the grand Lingaraja Temple, an 11th-century architectural masterpiece, followed by the exquisitely carved Mukteshwara Temple and the ancient Parashurameshwara Temple, among the earliest surviving shrines in the region.
Overnight Hotel – Bhubaneswar (B)
Day 04: Bhubaneswar – Lalitgiri – Ratnagiri – Udaigiri
Enjoy a full-day excursion to the renowned Buddhist sites of Lalitgiri, Ratnagiri & Udaigiri, collectively known as the Diamond Triangle. These sites feature monasteries, stupas and sculptural remains dating from the 1st century AD onwards, highlighting the spread of Buddhism under royal patronage.
Later, explore the Udaigiri & Khandagiri Caves, celebrated for their Jain and Buddhist heritage and intricate rock-cut architecture.
Overnight Hotel – Bhubaneswar (B)
Day 05: Bhubaneswar – Puri (56 km / approx. 2 hrs)
Drive to Dhauli, where Emperor Ashoka embraced Buddhism after the Kalinga War. Visit the Shanti Stupa, built with Japanese collaboration. Continue to Konark to explore the magnificent 13th-century Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Proceed to Puri.
Overnight Hotel – Puri (B)
Day 06: Puri – Bhubaneswar – Calcutta
Travel to Calcutta (Kolkata), once the capital of British India and widely regarded as India’s cultural capital. The city has produced renowned figures such as Rabindranath Tagore, Swami Vivekananda and Satyajit Ray.
Overnight Hotel – Calcutta (B)
Day 07: Calcutta
Half Day Tour
Visit the majestic Victoria Memorial, built between 1906 and 1921, followed by Nirmal Hriday, founded by Mother Teresa as a home for the destitute.
Overnight Hotel – Calcutta (B)
Day 08: Calcutta – Bagdogara – Darjeeling
Arrive in Darjeeling, the famed “Queen of the Hills,” surrounded by rolling tea gardens and colonial charm.
Overnight Hotel – Darjeeling (B, D)
Day 09: Darjeeling
Visit Tiger Hill for sunrise views over Kanchenjunga, followed by Ghoom and nearby monasteries. Later, enjoy a ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Mountaineering Institute, tea gardens and Observatory Hill.
Overnight Hotel – Darjeeling (B, D)
Day 10: Darjeeling – Gangtok
Drive to Gangtok, capital of Sikkim, known for its scenic beauty and strong Tibetan Buddhist traditions.
Visit the Research Institute of Tibetology, housing rare manuscripts, artefacts and religious icons.
Overnight Hotel – Gangtok (B, D)
Day 11: Gangtok
Excursion to sacred Tsongmo Lake, followed by visits to Do Drul Chorten and Rumtek Monastery, the seat of the Kagyupa sect. Later, explore the Himalayan Zoological Park, Government Institute of Cottage Industries and vibrant Lal Bazaar.
Overnight Hotel – Gangtok (B, D)
Day 12: Gangtok – Kalimpong
Drive to Kalimpong, a picturesque hill town with a rich blend of cultures and religions. Once a major trade centre with Tibet, it is known for its monasteries and missionary heritage.
Overnight Hotel – Kalimpong (B, D)
Day 13: Kalimpong
Visit Thongsa Gompa, the oldest monastery in Kalimpong, followed by Zong Dog Palri Fo-Brang Gompa and Tharpa Choeling Monastery. Also visit Dr. Graham’s Home, founded in 1900, and local nurseries.
Overnight Hotel – Kalimpong (B, D)
Day 14: Kalimpong – Bagdogara – Delhi
Drive to Bagdogara, enjoying scenic views along the Teesta River. Upon arrival in Delhi, transfer to the international airport for onward travel.
Tour Concludes. We thank you for your patronage and look forward to welcoming you again.
