FROM THE FOOTHILLS OF THE HIMALAYAS TO THE ANDAMANS
This tour is one of contrasting splendour – it encapsulates the Mughal ruins of Delhi, the colonial charm of Kolkata, the misty tea gardens of Darjeeling, the Buddhist influence on the Himalayan towns of Sikkim, and the tropical paradise of Havelock Island in the Andaman Sea.
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Experience the old and new parts of Delhi with its bustling bazaars and historic monuments; in Kolkata, revel in the colours of Bengali culture – in the food, at the flower market, out on the streets; find tranquility in the Buddhist monasteries of Sikkim; visit a local tea garden in Darjeeling; and enjoy a relaxing and thrilling time in Havelock Island, rated as one of world's top 10 islands.
17 days | Delhi – Kolkata – Darjeeling – Gangtok – Kalimpong – Havelock Island – Port Blair – Delhi
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Mughal ruins and heritage city experience of Delhi
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Boat ride on the Hooghly river
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Tea-tasting at an acclaimed tea estate in Darjeeling
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Enchanting views of the Himalayas
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Buddhist monasteries of Sikkim
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Beach time at Havelock Island, rated as one of the world's top 10 islands for its pristine beaches
Highlights
Itinerary
DAYS 1 to 3 | DELHI
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Heritage city experience | Old Delhi | New Delhi | Lodhi Garden | Haus Khas Village | Lotus temple
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DAYS 4 & 5 | KOLKATA
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Heritage city walks | Victoria Memorial | Boat ride on the Hooghly river | Old Market visit | Wander the colonial neighbourhoods of Kolkata
DAYS 6 to 8 | DARJEELING
Tiger hill views | Ghoom monastery | Heritage toy train ride | Tea factory visit | Darjeeling tea brewing
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DAYS 9 & 10 | GANGTOK
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Heritage city experience | Views of 3rd highest mountain in the world | Buddhist monasteries
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DAY 11 | KALIMPONG
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Monastery Visit | Arts and crafts centre | Orchid nurseries
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DAY 12 | KALIMPONG - KOLKATA
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Fly back to Kolkata | Day in leisure | Evening out in Kolkata
DAY 13 to 16 | HAVELOCK ISLAND
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Fly to Port Blair on Andaman Islands | Boat to Havelock Island | Beach time
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DAY 17 | DEPART
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Fly to Delhi or Kolkata | Alternatively, check our river cruises or overland tour extensions
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