East India Honeymoon Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Kolkata
    15 minutes (6.1 km) from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport

    Begin your honeymoon in Kolkata with a visit to the iconic Victoria Memorial, a stunning white marble palace surrounded by lush gardens. Continue on to St. Paul's Cathedral, an impressive Gothic-style church with intricate stained glass windows. End the day with a romantic sunset boat ride on the Hooghly River.

  2. Day 2: Darjeeling
    1 hour 30 minutes flight from Kolkata to Bagdogra Airport, then 2 hours 20 minutes (68 km) drive to Darjeeling

    Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the Himalayas from Tiger Hill. After breakfast, explore the lush tea plantations and learn about the tea-making process at the Happy Valley Tea Estate. Visit the ornate Ghoom Monastery and end the day with a scenic ride on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway.

  3. Day 3: Gangtok
    2 hours 45 minutes (96 km) drive from Darjeeling

    Head to Gangtok, the capital city of Sikkim. Visit the Enchey Monastery, a beautiful 200-year-old Buddhist temple with intricate murals and carvings. Check out the Namgyal Institute of Tibetology, a museum dedicated to preserving Tibetan culture and history. End the day with a visit to the stunning Tsomgo Lake.

  4. Day 4: Pelling
    2 hours 30 minutes (73.5 km) drive from Gangtok

    Explore the charming town of Pelling, known for its stunning views of the Kanchenjunga mountain range. Visit the Pemayangtse Monastery, one of the oldest and most important monasteries in Sikkim. Check out the Rabdentse Ruins, the remains of an ancient Sikkimese capital. End the day with a stroll through the beautiful Khecheopalri Lake.

  5. Day 5: Bhubaneswar
    7 hours 30 minutes flight from Bagdogra Airport to Biju Patnaik International Airport, then 30 minutes (6.8 km) drive to Bhubaneswar

    End your honeymoon in the ancient city of Bhubaneswar, known for its impressive temples and rich history. Visit the stunning Lingaraj Temple, a massive 11th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Check out the Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, a complex of ancient Jain rock-cut shelters. End the day with a visit to the beautiful Mukteswara Temple, known for its intricate and detailed carvings.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Victoria Memorial (1-2 hours, INR 30-150)
  • St. Paul's Cathedral (1-2 hours, free)
  • Boat ride on the Hooghly River (1 hour, INR 500-1000)
  • Tiger Hill (2-3 hours, INR 100-200)
  • Happy Valley Tea Estate (1-2 hours, INR 100-200)
  • Ghoom Monastery (30-45 minutes, free)
  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (2 hours, INR 500-1000)
  • Enchey Monastery (1-2 hours, free)
  • Namgyal Institute of Tibetology (1-2 hours, INR 10-20)
  • Tsomgo Lake (2-3 hours, INR 200-400)
  • Pemayangtse Monastery (1-2 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Rabdentse Ruins (1-2 hours, INR 10-50)
  • Khecheopalri Lake (1-2 hours, free)
  • Lingaraj Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves (1-2 hours, INR 10-25)
  • Mukteswara Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1170-2315 per person
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