{"id":716,"date":"2023-10-27T02:42:52","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T01:42:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orientaltravels.com\/?p=716"},"modified":"2023-11-22T07:54:58","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T07:54:58","slug":"refreshing-northeast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/orientaltravels.com\/index.php\/2023\/10\/27\/refreshing-northeast\/","title":{"rendered":"Refreshing Northeast"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"716\" class=\"elementor elementor-716\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e455bfa e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e455bfa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0e709c1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image-carousel\" data-id=\"0e709c1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;navigation&quot;:&quot;none&quot;,&quot;autoplay&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;pause_on_hover&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;pause_on_interaction&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;autoplay_speed&quot;:5000,&quot;infinite&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;speed&quot;:500}\" data-widget_type=\"image-carousel.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! 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elementor - v3.19.0 - 28-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Refreshing Northeast<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2961f3 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b2961f3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;full&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7466c94 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7466c94\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.19.0 - 28-02-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Day 1: Arrival in Kalimpong &#8211; The Gateway to Serenity<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><p>Your rejuvenating journey begins as you arrive at the Bagdogra Airport or NJP Railway Station. A warm welcome awaits you, and a friendly local representative will guide you to your vehicle for the drive to Kalimpong. The scenic drive takes you through enchanting<br \/>landscapes, culminating in an overnight stay at your Kalimpong hotel.<\/p><p><strong style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--base); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium);\">Day 2: Kalimpong to Gangtok &#8211; Nature and Culture Unveiled<\/strong><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--base); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium);\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--base); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium);\">Start your day by\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--base); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium);\">exploring flower nurseries and the serene Jang-Dong-Palriffo Brang in Kalimpong. In\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--base); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium);\">the afternoon, you&#8217;ll head to Gangtok, the vibrant capital of Sikkim. The evening is\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: var( --e-global-color-text ); font-family: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif; font-weight: var( --e-global-typography-text-font-weight ); text-align: var(--text-align); background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--base); font-size: var(--wp--preset--font-size--medium);\">yours to roam the town, taking in the local flavors. 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Your sightseeing includes the Rumtek Monastery, Droul Chorthen, the Research Institute of Tibetology, the Directorate of Handicraft &amp; Handloom, and the delightful Flower Show. Enchey Monastery is also on the list, and the evening is at your leisure to continue exploring Gangtok. Your night stay will be in Gangtok.<\/p><p><br \/><strong>Day 4: Gangtok to Pelling &#8211; The Road Less Traveled<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><p>Today, you&#8217;ll journey to the enchanting town of Pelling. The 5-6 hour drive unfolds breathtaking landscapes, providing the perfect backdrop for a memorable road trip. 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First on the list is a visit to the sacred Khecheopari Lake, a place where wishes are believed to come true.<\/p><p>Following a visit to the Pemayangtse Monastery, known for its Nyingma-pa Tibetan Buddhism heritage, you&#8217;ll explore Rabdengtse palace ruins, a historical monument. Your day ends with an overnight stay in Pelling.\u00a0<\/p><p>Now, It&#8217;s time to journey to Darjeeling, the renowned hill station. The 5-6 hour drive delivers you to a town known for its tea estates and panoramic views.<\/p><p><strong>Day 7: Darjeeling &#8211; Sunrise and Culture<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><p>An early start at 4:00 am promises a spectacular sunrise experience at Tiger Hills, with a chance to glimpse the mighty Kanchendzonga Peak, the third highest peak in the world. On your way back, a visit to the serene Ghoom Monastery awaits. After breakfast, your day&#8217;s explorations lead you to the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and the Tibetan Refugee self-help Center.<\/p><p><strong>Day 8: Departure &#8211; An End to a Memorable Journey<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p><p>Your refreshing journey through the Northeast concludes today. 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