Getaway to Sikkim with FREE Yak Ride

3 nights stay in Gangtok with breakfast
2 nights stay in Darjeeling with breakfast
Gangtok Sightseeing Tour on a Private basis
Day Tour to Tsomgo Lake and Baba Mandir from Gangtok on a Private basis
Darjeeling Sightseeing Tour on a Private basis
Permits
Daily Breakfast

Expenses of a personal nature
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary

Pick up from the airport is only between 05:00 AM to 07:00 PM as it becomes unsafe for travel on the outskirts. Beyond these timings, you are advised to let Thrillophilia POC know before booking if you are arriving after 7 PM in Siliguri so that Thrillophilia can rearrange your itinerary accordingly as you might have to stay in Siliguri itself
Govt Approved Photo ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking to acquire necessary permits and also upon arrival. PAN card and Driving License will not be considered as valid address proof
There is no governing authority HRACC to decide the star category of the hotels. Hence, the standards of the room will not be the same as TIER I or II Cities
By default, we arrange a standard category room while booking unless you specify to receive a different upgraded category of rooms for your stay requirements
In case of triple sharing rooms, extra mattresses will be provided at the assigned property. Due to infrastructure limitations in the region the rooms in the North East come with very basic and necessary amenities only
Senior citizens and travelers younger than 4 years are not recommended to go to Gurudongmar Lake because of low oxygen levels. Permits for the infant under 2 years of age are not granted by North Sikkim tourism. That means if you have an infant traveling with you, you’ll not be allowed to go to North Sikkim
As per North East guidelines, vehicles are available on point to point basis only not on disposal, any deviation in the itinerary would cost an additional amount unless any issue occurs such as bad weather, political or social disturbances, roadblocks, VVIP movements and state transport rule prohibition. Before changing the itinerary, you are free to consult with us for the charges
The charges for Nathu La Pass are not included in the package as this is a restricted area and special permits are required to visit the same. Permits are granted only between Wednesday and Sunday and can be canceled anytime for security reasons or weather conditions. Very limited number of vehicles are granted permits for Nathu La therefore the same are subject to availability and are never guaranteed in advance. Thus, you are required to pay the same on spot, depending on the real time conditions
Nathu La Pass can be added at an extra cost of INR 4000 to INR 9000 per vehicle, depending on the season and availability
Mt Katao, Kalapathar, Chopta Valley and Zero Point in North Sikkim can be added at an extra cost of INR 4000 to INR 9000 per vehicle per spot, depending on the season. Visiting these spots are subject to availability of permits that are mandatory for both Indian and Foreign Nationals
Thrillophilia does not recommend Sumo or Bolero for its travelers as these vehicles are not allowed in the main market areas of Sikkim. However, if you choose these vehicles then you’ll be dropped at or picked up from the nearest possible location. You might have to walk or take a union cab at your own expense to reach the hotel or the pickup point
During season time the vehicle may get delayed during pickup or drop due to heavy traffic, bad weather, political or social disturbances, roadblocks, VVIP movements and state transport rule prohibition. Customer discretion is advised
Due to power shortages in the state, the government does not allow travelers to use electric room heaters. Also, it is possible that hotels may usually not have room heaters installed. However, in some hotels room heaters may be available on a chargeable basis subject to availability
As per state guidelines, travelers wearing a turban are not allowed in Lachen
Foreign Nationals are not allowed to visit Lachen, Baba Mandir and Nathula Pass as per state authority due to security reasons. Foreign Nationals in groups of 2 or above will be allowed to visit Lachung and Tsomgo Lake with an Indian Guide mandatory. However, Foreign Nationals traveling solo are not granted permits to visit any part of North Sikkim
Foreign National with Indian Spouse will be considered as a solo traveler unless the spouse also has an OCI Card
If your permit for North Sikkim is canceled or not issued due to adverse weather conditions or political dispute, Thrillophilia will arrange alternate sightseeing for the travelers safety. In such cases, cost of alternative accommodation needs to be borne by the customer as the pre booked hotels execute their cancellation policies and are non refundable. The same policy applies when you book the hotels yourself as well
Heavy rainfalls are observed between June to September and real time itinerary changes are possible in case of road blocks due to landslides or any other natural calamity
Any change in the itinerary is subject to weather conditions, political manifestations, and government restrictions. Thrillophilia and On Ground Operators reserve the right to rearrange the itinerary in such cases
Any sightseeing point which is not completed due to time constraints, traffic jams, natural calamity, travelers starting late, permits issued late or any other reason beyond Thrillophilia’s control are not liable for a refund or a discount
The entire tour passes through eco friendly zones and littering is prohibited. Any traveller found guilty might have to face strict charges by the local law enforcing authorities
Any Health Guidelines issued by the State Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks is recommended
It is advised that the travelers do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the tour as it may cause respiratory problems or dehydration at high altitudes which can lead to serious health conditions and can be fatal as there are limited medical facilities in remote locations
Air fare, Train fare and Bus fare are not included in the package and the cost mentioned above
The travelers will have to take care of their international airfare, visa fees, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover
GST is applicable to the package and not included in the above cost
Rescheduling Policy for Private Standard and Deluxe Package and Group Bookings
If rescheduling is made 7 days after the Booking Date till 15 days prior to the Date of Travel then 30 percent of the total tour cost will be charged as rescheduling fees
If rescheduling is made 0 days to 15 days before the Date of Travel then 100 percent of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
If bookings are made 15 days before the Date of Travel no rescheduling and modifications will be made
Rescheduling Policy for Private Super Deluxe and Hotel Specific Bookings
No modification or Rescheduling will be catered. A standard cancellation policy will be applicable for such cases
Force Majeure
In cases of force majeure events such as natural disasters, political unrest, or other unforeseeable circumstances, Thrillophilia reserves the right to reschedule tours and treks or offer alternative itineraries to ensure the safety and well being of clients and staff
Cancellation After Rescheduling
Clients who reschedule their tours or treks but later decide to cancel will be subject to our standard cancellation policy. Any rescheduling fees paid will be non refundable

Full payment must be made at the time of booking to confirm your reservation. Refunds, if applicable, will be processed as per the cancellation policy. No refunds will be given for unused services or last-minute cancellations. Payment once made is non-transferable to any other trip or individual.

Confirmation is subject to availability at the time of booking. A confirmation voucher will be sent upon successful payment. Cancellations made more than 15 days prior to travel will incur minimal charges. Cancellations between 7 to 14 days will result in a 50 percent refund. No refund for cancellations made less than 7 days before departure.

All travelers must carry valid ID proofs. The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or local conditions. The operator reserves the right to make adjustments to ensure safety and comfort. Children under the age of 5 sharing a bed with parents may travel free. Disputes if any shall be subject to the jurisdiction of local courts.