Begin your India honeymoon in Kolkata, discovering the city’s rich culture and authentic Bengali cuisine together. Then escape to the tropical beauty of Havelock Island, where idyllic beaches, turquoise seas and lush jungle create the perfect setting for a romantic honeymoon. From island life, journey into the cool green hills and tea country of the Himalayas. Slow the pace with a stay on a beautiful tea plantation, surrounded by rolling gardens and mountain scenery, with time to discover the traditions behind India’s famous teas. Continue to Darjeeling for one of the journey’s most memorable experiences – a romantic ride aboard the historic toy train, winding through the hills with spectacular Himalayan views.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Enjoy a private boat ride across the River Hoogly in Calcutta
- Tip toe around the islands or just enjoy the sunbaths & soothing nature walks
- Add up a little adventure to the tour by exploring the life underwater
- Dive or snorkel with the fishes in the deep blue sea
- Get lost in the wonders of tea garden
- Hold hands through the toy train journey in the beautiful Himalayas
ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day 1, 2 & 3
Day 1: Kolkata
Arrive in Kolkata and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 2: Kolkata
Explore Kolkata on foot, visiting the colourful flower market and Victoria Memorial. Enjoy lunch at the home of a local art collector, followed by a private cruise on the Hooghly River with a Darjeeling High Tea.
Day 3: Kolkata
Discover historic North Kolkata, from the fascinating Marble Palace to the former home of Rabindranath Tagore. Finish with a classic Kolkata Kathi roll for lunch.
Day 4, 5 & 6
Day 4: Havelock Island
Today driven to the airport for your flight to Port Blair in the Andaman Islands. Upon arrival, you will be driven short distance to board the ferry to Havelock Island Island where you will check into Barefoot at Havelock. The rest of the evening is at leisure, relax and enjoy the property and its facilities.
Day 5: Havelock Island
Have leisurely breakfast. The Andaman Islands is an underwater paradise for divers. One can scuba dive at Govindnagar with the resort’s certified instructor.
Day 6: Havelock Island
The day is at leisure
Day 7 & 8
Day 7: Havelock Island
This morning you will have a boat trip through the islands of Ritchie’s Archipelago to spend the day on a secluded beach. Make sure to take some snorkelling gear with you to enjoy the colourful coral reefs of the island.
Day 8: Havelock Island
Day at leisure
Day 9 & 10
Day 9: Kolkata
Post breakfast the ferry will take you back to Port Blair where you’ll take a flight back to Kolkata. Upon arrival, you will be driven to the hotel for check in.
Day 10: Glenburn
Today transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagdogra. Transfer on arrival to Glenburn Tea Estate (approx 4 hours). En-route you would have lunch at the Wayside Inn, Kurseong. On arrival at Glenburn Tea Estate you check-in.
Day 11, 12 & 13
Day 11: Glenburn
After leisurely breakfast, the day will be at leisure to explore the surrounding tea estate by foot. Dinner will be at the Estate.
Day 12: Darjeeling
After a leisurely breakfast, you will be driven to Darjeeling (approx 1-2 hrs of drive). Arrive and check-in at your hotel.
Day 13: Darjeeling
Visit Ghoom Monastery; Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park & Tibetan Self- Help Centre and local Tibetan lunch.
Day 14 & 15
Day 14: Darjeeling
After breakfast proceed to the Darjeeling Railway station to board the World Heritage Toy Train for a romantic journey up to Ghoom and back. The journey offers scenic views of the high Himalayan Mountain ranges.
Rest of the day will be at leisure.
Day 15: Kolkata departure
After breakfast, you will be driven to the Bagdogra airport to connect with your departure flight from Kolkata
