Arrive Kolkata International Airport (Flight details to be advised)
Platinum guests receive a VIP jet-bridge greeting at Kolkata International airport. An Airport Representative will meet you at the Aerobridge, and fast track you through immigration and customs. A Platinum by Trans India representative will escort you to the hotel and will arrange for immediate check-in.

Check-in at The Glenburn Penthouse (Suite)

Kolkata, The ‘City of Joy’ is one of the most popular places to visit in India. The capital of the East Indian state of West Bengal is seen as the land of the intellectuals. The cultural legacy of the city is matchless and one of the best experiences in the country. Here, India is mixed with a little bit of the British colonial days and there are interesting specimens of architecture, artistic and cultural scene. The city is famously known as the Land of Mother Teresa and Rabindra Nath Tagore, but in the heart of the 300-year old city is the real feel of India. Kolkata offers an insight into the historic and cultural legacy of India. The third largest metropolitan city in the country, Kolkata was the capital of British India before Delhi assumed this position.

Overnight at The Glenburn Penthouse (Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

This morning, join us on a specially curated “In the footsteps of the Raj – Colonial Calcutta walking tour

Discover the colonial heritage of Kolkata, a city where the British sought to build the Empire’s second city. The Kolkata heritage walk takes place in the morning, so one can take in the architecture and history of the city's many unique and spectacular buildings without much traffic on the roads. Begin at the Flower market. There is an option to begin at The Flower Market on the River Hooghly, then continue to the site of the terrible 'Black Hole', walk past the famous Writer's Building, the former Headquarters of the infamous East India Company. Around the Dalhousie square, see the magnificent Governor's House, Calcutta High Court, Town Hall, General Post Office and the almost forgotten Charnock Mausoleum.

Grab a bite at Flury’s

Flury’s was founded in the year 1927 and within no time, it gained immense popularity to become the favourite tea room of the prosperous British and the affluent Indian alike. Flury’s over the decades became a part of the culture of Kolkata and no morning walker’s daily routine is complete without a visit to this legendary eatery. Flury’s, as it stands today, is an institution in the city and evokes strong emotions among generations.

Afternoon, sightseeing tour of Kolkata

This half day tour of the “City of Joy” Kolkata includes visits to the Victoria Memorial, built from white marble, one of the famous landmarks of Kolkata, and now a museum, the Raj Bhawan – The Residence of the Governor, Howrah Bridge, the famous Eden Gardens – famous for Cricket matches and the Kalighat temple.

Enjoy sunset boat cruise on River Hooghly

It will be a sail down the memory lane, from the time when Job Charnock dropped his first anchor at Cossim Bazar. Framed between the two steel structures of Vidyasagar Setu and the magnificent Howrah Bridge, very old landmarks from the days of the British Raj can be viewed from your boat, there are numerous ghats that tell us stories of Kolkata's past and present life.

Overnight at The Glenburn Penthouse (Suite)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning transfer to Kolkata Airport to board flight for Bagdogra
Platinum guests are booked in Business class on Domestic flights where available. On sectors with Economy class seating only, Platinum guests are booked in front row seats with extra leg room with an enhanced luggage allowance of 50 lbs. Per Person.

On arrival, transfer by road to Glenburn (approximately 03 hours and 30 minutes drive) and check-in at The Glenburn Tea Estate (Suite)

Darjeeling is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful hill stations in India, raddled in the lap of the North East Himalayas in West Bengal. The town is perched at a height of 2134 metres with a backdrop of the mighty Himalayan peaks. Mist from the high peaks of the mountains descend down on the earth and add a surreal effect. Besides beauty, the hill town is known for lush tea gardens, colonial charms, and the exciting ride of the Toy Train.

Overnight at The Glenburn Tea Estate (Suite)

Breakfast at Tea Estate

Today partake in one of the many interesting activities offered at the Glenburn Tea Estate

The visit to Glenburn is not quite complete without the quintessential tea tour. The tour begins with visit to the tea gardens where plucking is in progress as cheerful women carrying the essential wicker basket on their back chat, sing, giggle while plucking the ‘two and a bud’ with practised ease. The accompanying guide who has grown up in these parts tell you the story of the tea, its variety, plantation, pruning and the essential agronomy. Engage in conversation with the plantation workers and learn the trick of picking the right leaf which will be later processed in the nearby tea factory. Continue to the tea factory where you will learn on how the leaf is brought in from the fields, weighed, and then taken through the processes of withering, rolling, fermenting, drying and sorting.

The tour culminates with a tea tasting session with range of black, green, oolong and white teas, where one can discover the differences in aroma, flavour and appearance of tea manufactured in different ways and at during different times of the year.

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Hike to The Glenburn Campsite near Rungeet River

This is an interesting downhill hike which can be adjusted to suit individual requirements. The duration of hike is between 1.5 hours to 4 hours depending on the route selected. An experienced local guide-cum-naturalist will lead you through the Bora Gaon Village and into the Simbong Tea Division, past the Sim Jhora (stream and waterfall), and finally into the Simbong Forest area. Enjoy the spectacular views of Sikkim), the hill station of Kalimpong, and the River Rungeet, which flows through the valley below. You will gradually descend from a height of around 3000 feet, down to the river, which lies at around 800 feet. The forest cover contains a rich diversity of birds, butterflies, flora and plant life, as well as animals typical to this habitat. We will arrange refreshments along the way, and a vehicle is never far away, should you feel tired and wish to drive down the rest of the way.

The Glenburn Campsite is on the banks of the River Rungeet which is a glacial river. Once at the campsite, you can do paddling in rock pools, fishing, bird watching or simply relax on the sandy beach. While you are busy enjoying the natural sites, your picnic lunch gets ready which will be served at the campsite or on the river's beaches and rocks – barbeque is a popular option too.

Overnight at The Glenburn Tea Estate (Suite)

Breakfast at Tea Estate

Morning excursion to Darjeeling (approximately 01 hour and 15 minutes drive each way)

Steeped in British colonial history, the hill station of Darjeeling stands at a height of 6,000 feet, with the magnificent Mount Kanchenjunga as a backdrop. Take a ride on the famous Darjeeling Hill Railway (now a World Heritage Site) from Darjeeling Town, through the picturesque Batasia Loop and then to the neighboring towns of Ghoom and Kurseong. Wander through the mall, shop for local crafts and antiques along the way, drop in to the famous Das Studios for a peek at their collection of old black and white photographs of the area, and stop for a cup of tea or coffee at Keventers or Glenary's, two famous old cafeterias on the Mall.

We can arrange a picnic lunch or you can try some local restaurants - Glenary's has a nice cafeteria as well as a multi-cuisine restaurant, but you could also try a more typical local restaurant, for a traditional "momo and thugpa" meal. Whatever you feel like doing, our experienced guide will lead you to the right place.

Visit the Zoo – famous for its snow leopards and red pandas, the renowned Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, the Tibetan Self-Help Center, the Lloyds Botanical Gardens, and the Ghoom Monastry, and then drive back to Glenburn.

Overnight at Glenburn Tea Estate

Breakfast at Tea Estate

Morning transfer to Bagdogra Airport (approximately 03 hour and 30 minutes drive) to board flight for Guwahati
Platinum guests are booked in Business class on Domestic flights where available. On sectors with Economy class seating only, Platinum guests are booked in front row seats with extra leg room with an enhanced luggage allowance of 50 lbs. Per Person.

Check-in at Vivanta Guwahati Hotel (Premium Hill View Room)

Evening at leisure

Overnight at Vivanta Guwahati Hotel (Premium Hill View Room)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning transfer by road to Kaziranga National Park (approximately 04 hour and 30 minutes drive)

Check-in at Diphlu River Lodge (River Facing Cottage)

Afternoon proceed for game viewing inside Kaziranga National Park

Covering an area of approximately 430 sq. kms. the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kaziranga National Park is home to the world’s largest population of the Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros as well as the Indian Wild Water Buffalo. It has also earned the distinction of having the highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers (one every five sq. km.) making this park an incredibly rich biodiversity hotspot. With its marshy swamps and thickets of elephant grass, this park supports large populations of Indian elephants, Indian bison, swamp deer and capped langurs. Besides wildlife, Kaziranga National Park is also a birding paradise. A few of the bird species found here are the Oriental Honey Buzzard, Black-shouldered Kite, White-tailed Eagle, Himalayan Griffon and so on.

Kaziranga National Park also frequently draws comparisons to the Serengeti in Africa due to the park's abundance of wildlife and birds.

Overnight at Diphlu River Lodge (River Facing Cottage)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning proceed for Dolphin Boat safari

Apart from the daily safaris, an added attraction is the possibility of encounters with the endangered but playful Gangetic Dolphins on dolphin boat safari. Head out for a couple of hours of cruising on the Brahmaputra river on specially designed country boat. There is much to see around Kaziranga. Let us know on your interest in any of these activities and we will be able to arrange it for you:

Elephant bathing
Get hands-on with the only bathing beauties with one inch thick skin- the Indian Elephant. Help wash down an elephant along with her handler in the refreshing waters of Diphlu River.

Village visit
Get a glimpse into the homes and lives of the tribal peoples who inhabit this rich land. We can organise engaging trip to the homesteads of three different tribes in the area.

Rubber plantation walk
Journey on foot to a local rubber production unit accompanied by one of our guides. Your walk will take you through lush rubber forests, scenic vistas and charming village cottages.

Kaziranga National Orchid & Biodiversity Park
Run by a local cooperative, this orchid park houses a large greenhouse with over 800 species of orchids; a charming museum showcasing Assam's tribes, unique artefacts and agrarian implements; and it even has a tiny room with over 300 rice varieties indigenous to Assam. Best for those who want a side of history and culture with safaris.

Overnight at Diphlu River Lodge (River Facing Cottage)

Breakfast at hotel

This morning, visit the Kaziranga National Park once again for a morning safari

Afternoon free for independent activities

Overnight at Diphlu River Lodge (River Facing Cottage)

Breakfast at hotel

Morning transfer by road to Guwahati Airport (approximately 04 hour and 30 minutes drive) to board flight for Kolkata
Platinum guests are booked in Business class on Domestic flights where available. On sectors with Economy class seating only, Platinum guests are booked in front row seats with extra leg room with an enhanced luggage allowance of 50 lbs. Per Person.

Check-in at The Glenburn Penthouse (Suite)

Evening at leisure

Overnight at The Glenburn Penthouse (Suite)

Breakfast at the hotel followed by transfer to Kolkata International Airport to board flight for onward destination
Platinum guests receive a VIP departure assistance at Kolkata International airport with a friendly meet and greet host who provides luggage assistance, expedited security check and immigration.