Two-Week Trip to Northeast India- Joanna and Alejandro’s Personalised Experience

<p>Check in at Hilltop Rabong Retreat and start your day at Buddha Park to see a 130-foot Buddha statue and serene gardens. Stroll around Cho Djo Lake within the complex, enjoying panoramic Himalayan views. Visit Ralang Monastery, a significant Buddhist site known for its peaceful ambiance and vibrant murals. In the evening, explore Ravangla’s local market and try Sikkimese cuisine.</p>

<p>Settle at Elgin Mount Pandim and then go for a village walk in Darap, learning about the Limboo tribe’s agrarian lifestyle and unique traditions. Head to Rimbi Waterfall, a scenic spot ideal for swimming and fishing. In the evening, visit the historic Rabdentse Ruins, before driving to Singshore Bridge, Asia’s second-longest suspension bridge.</p>

<p>Arrive at Namchi and check in at Hotel Kava Suites. Begin your day at Char Dham, a major pilgrimage site featuring a towering Shiva statue and replicas of India’s four sacred Dhams. Next, visit Samdruptse Hill, home to the impressive 45-meter Guru Padmasambhava statue and sweeping vistas of Mt. Kangchenjunga. </p>

<p>Check in Hotel Shangri La Regency, visit the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, known for its conservation of endangered Himalayan species like snow leopards, red pandas, and Himalayan wolves, all housed in a high-altitude setting. Walk to Happy Valley Tea Estate to tour the tea factory and learn about Darjeeling’s world-famous tea production. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and scenic views as you stroll through the lush tea gardens.</p>

<p>Arrive at Kolkata and check in at Red Brick Residency, and start your day exploring the vibrant Newmarket area, famous for its colonial-era architecture, bustling shops, and local eateries. In the evening, attend the “Dances of India” performance at Nalanda Academy (07:30 pm – 08:30 pm), where you’ll experience a rich showcase of Indian classical and folk dance traditions.</p>

<p>Check in at Aashray Homestay and begin with a sunrise boat ride on the Ganges, gliding past the city’s iconic ghats and witnessing morning rituals. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Durga Temple, Annapurna Temple, and Anakatha Temple for their stunning architecture and spiritual atmosphere. Explore the vibrant lanes with a textile walk, try local chaat, and shop at Vishwanath Lane, Thateri Bazar, Chowk, and Godowlia. End your day with the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.</p>