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ABOUT SIKKIM
ITINERARY

Small but beautiful, Sikkim is situated in the eastern Himalayas. The state is spreader below the Mount Khanchendzonga (8534 mts), the third highest mountain in the world, and revered by the Sikkim’s as their protective deity. With an area of 7,300 sq kms and measuring approx. 114 kms from the north to south and 64 kms from east to west, the elevation ranges from 300 meters to over 8540 meters above sea level. Amidst the grandeur of the mountain peaks, lush valleys, fast flowing rivers, hills, Sikkim offers her visitors a rare and singular experience. Within a matter of hours one can move from the sub tropical heat of the lower valleys to the cold of the rugged mountain slopes that reach up to the area of perpetual snow.

The modern history of Sikkim begins from 1642 A.D. with the coronation of Phuntsog Namgyal as the first Chogyal or king of Sikkim in a tranquil pine covered hill in Yuksom Norbugang in West Sikkim.The Namgyals were scions of the Mi-nyak House in Kham in Eastern Tibet. It is said that there were three brothers, chiefs of Kham Mi-nyak. A letter dropped from heaven directed the middle brother to go south towards Sikkim where his descendents were fated to rule. It was in Sakya that his eldest son single-handedly raised the pillars of the Sakya monastery and earned himself the sobriquet of ‘Khye Bumsa’( the strength of a lakh of men). Khye Bumsa also earned himself the hand of the daughter of the Sakya hierarch and settled in Chumbi Valley, which remained, for a long time, the epicenter of the later kingdom of Sikkim.

DAY 01 : IXB - PELLING

Open arrival at Bagdogra then transfer to Pelling.

DAY 02 : PELLING LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

Local sightseeing visit Rabdentshe Ruins Ancient capital of Sikkim then Pemayangtshe Monastery, Sanga Choline Monastery after noon free and walk around Pelling.

DAY 03 : PELLING – KHECHUPARI – YUKSOM

Morning drive to Khechoperi Lake, Rimbi waterfalls and Yuksom. On arrival visit Norbugang and Kartok lake over night at Yuksom.

DAY 04 : YUKSOM - TASHIDING - RAVONGL - NAMCHI

After breakfast drive to Namchi on the way visit Tashiding Monastery – Buddha park –Sangdruptshe then Namchi.

DAY 05 : NAMCHI - RUMTEK - GANGTOK

After breakfast visit Chardham then drive to Gangtok–Temi Tea garden. On arrive check in to hotel over night at Gangtok.

DAY 06 : GANGTOK - TSAMGO LAKE EXCURSION

After breakfast, drive to Tsomgo Lake, also means as The Source of the Lake (3,780m). Warm clothes needed for this place. The lake derives its water from melting snows off the surrounding mountains, which is one of the famous sacred lakes in Sikkim, situated near the borders of Tibet. Back to Gangtok.

DAY 07 : GANGTOK - LACHUNG

Today, we leave for North district of Sikkim to a small village, Lachung (2,400m). This spectacular drive will take about 6-7 hrs EN-ROUTE visit Kabi Lungchok- seven sister waterfalls, Bima water falls (lunch en-route). If weather is clear, you’ll see the magnificent range of the third highest mountain in the world, Kanchenjunga and some wild orchids blooming (during spring) on the way. Arrive Lachung in the late afternoon and check in at a lodge. (Please be reminded that the facilities here are very basic).

DAY 08 : LACHUNG - YUMTHANG - LACHUNG

After breakfast leave for Yumthang (3,500m) & Yumesamdung excursion. This panoramic drive will bring you to the Valley of Flowers which consists of about 36 species of rhododendrons, primulas and other spectacular alpine wild flowers. Yaks and dzos can be seen grazing on the meadows. On completion drive to Yumesamdung also known as Zero Pointm situated at an altitude of 15,300 ft. Yumesamdong is very close to the Chinese border. On way back, walk across the Lachung Chu and have a dip in a hot spring (swimming costumes needed). If not, just enjoy the scenic surrounding back to hotel over night at Lachung.

DAY 09 : LACHUNG - GANGTOK

Morning visit Lachung Monastery then back to hotel for breakfast then drive to Gangtok. Evening free and easy walk around the local market.

DAY 10 : GANGTOK LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast visit Lingdum Monastery- visit Rumtek Monastery –Banjakri waterfalls, Ranka then back to Market and visit Local market.

DAY 11 : GANGTOK LOCAL SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast visit Tibetalogy-Chorten-Flower Exhibition centre then Handicraft and handloom canter , Inchey Monastery , Tashi View Point –Limgdom Monastery and Hanuman Tok evening walk around the MG marg.

DAY 12 : GANGTOK I - KAKARI VITTA – BADERPUR NEPAL BORDER – KATHMANDU

After breakfast check out from hotel then stop at Rangpo then drive to Kakari Vitta finish Nepal Immigration then 2 Hrs drive for Badarpur Airport. Arrival Kathmandu by Flight which is good option than driving all the way. Meet with our representative and check in to hotel.

DAY 13 : KATHMANDU FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING

After breakfast start sightseeing ok Kathmandu valley which includes Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath Stupa and Thamel Square.

DAY 14 : KATHMANDU - CHITWAN

Today we will drive to Chitwan. In the evening cultural show with dance.

DAY 15 : CHITWAN-POKHARA

In the morning proceed for Elephant ride, canoe ride and Jungle walk. Then proceed to Pokhara which is approx 5 hrs drive.

DAY 16 : PHOKARA EXCOUSION

Enjoy the beautiful morning in Sarangkot. Back to hotel breakfast and proceed for half day city tour of Pokhara with one hour boating in Fewa Lake.

DAY 17 : POKHARA - JOMSOM

Today morning fly to Jomsom and trek or local Jeep drive to Kagbeni and Muktinath. Spend the night in Muktinath.

DAY 18 : JOMSOM VISIT

Trek back to Jomsom or drive in local jeep. Enjoy the beautiful Jomom valley.

DAY 19 : JOMSOM - POKHARA - KATHMANDU

Fly back from Jomsom to Pokhara and drive back to Kathmandu.

DAY 19 : KATHMANDU DEPARTURE

After breakfast departure to Kathandu Airport for flight to your onward destination.

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