DAY 01 : MALAYSIA – KOLKATA
Open arrival at Kolkata subash Chandra boss international airport welcome by
our local representative then transfer to hotel.
DAY 02 : KOLKATA LOCAL SIGHTSEEING
After breakfast local sightseeing around Kolkata visit Victoria Memorial
hall , Mother Teresa House , Kali Temple ,Hawra Bridge & St paul church and
local market overnight at Kolkata.
DAY 03 : KOLKATA - BAGDOGRA - MIRIK
After breakfast check out from the hotel then transfer to domestic airport
for Bagdogra well come by your tour guide then transfer for Lunch after
lunch drive to Mirik drive trough beautiful tea garden on arrival check in
to hotel.
DAY 04 : MIRIK - DARJEELING
Morning walk around the beautiful local market at Mirik visit Mirik
monastery and lake side afternoon transfer you on a journey drive through
picturesque tea gardens to the world renowned hill station, Darjeeling.
Perched on an altitude of 2134m, Darjeeling is set amidst a majestic
backdrop of the great Himalayan peak of Kanchenjunga (3rd highest peak in
the world at 8586m) and is regarded as the Queen of East India visit the
local bazaar shopping time.
DAY 05 : DARJEELING
Depart hotel at about 4am for Tiger Hill (2685m) for sun rising view and a
panoramic view of the spectacular snow-clad mountain peaks of the Himalayan
Range.Visit to the Ghoom Monastery, built in 1850 by Lama Sharb, which
enshrines a 15ft. Statue of Maitreya Buddha After which, back to hotel for
your breakfast and then visit the Himalayan Zoological Park. The zoo serves
as a breeding center for snow leopards and red pandas, as well as a home for
mountain yaks, Himalayan black bears and Siberian Tigers. Visit the
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, located within this zoo, which was
founded in 1954 to commemorate history's first successful conquest of Mt.
Everest in 1953 by 'Darjeeling's son, Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary.
Then proceed to Tibetan Refugee Center.
DAY 06 : DARJEELING – OKREY
Morning check out from hotel then drive to west Sikkim en- route visit
beautiful tea garden along the road side stop at Triveny view point for
photo graph view of River Teesta and river Rangit and stop at Melli for
Sikkim immigration on completed all paper work drive to Okrey visit Sai
Temple at Dramdin which is beautiful please, over night at Orkey.
DAY 07 : OKREY HIKE TO BARSEY RHODODENDRON CENTURY
After breakfast drive up to Hellay then start our hike to Barsey through the
beautifully laid gravel path shaded by different species of rhododendron to
Varsay Rhododendron Sanctuary or Barsey Rhododendron Sanctuary, situated in
Western Sikkim in Singalila Range forming a natural border with Nepal in The
West. The sanctuary also borders the State West Bengal from Sikkim in the
south by Rambong Khola stream. The entire sanctuary is spread over 104 km2,
across the Singalila Range. The Varsey Sanctuary can be reached from three
points, Hilley, Dentam and Soreng. Overnight at Orkey.
DAY 08 : OKREY – CHAYATAL
After breakfast drive to Kaluk start up hill low altitude trek to Resom
Monastery walk through from Basmey village this village is famous for Orchid
farming on completed walk down to Rinchenpong visit Poison Lake with Dak
Bonglow, afternoon drive to Chayatal.
DAY 09 : CHAYATAL - PELLING
After breakfast drive to Pelling en route visit Singsor Bridge second
highest hanging bridge in Asia on completed drive to pelling visit
Pamayantse Monastery is situated less than a kilometer from Pelling. The
monastery houses numerous religious idols and other objects of worship, most
of which are priceless because of their antiquity. Pelling is indeed a nice
place away from the hustle, bustle and noise. Here, you can breathtaking
view of Mt Kanchenjunga in the clear day. Rabdanste Ruins second ancient
capital of Sikkim now being preserved by the Archaeological Survey of India
and have been declared as a monument over night at Pelling.
DAY 10 : PELLING - YUKSOM
After breakfast drive to KHECHEOPARI HOLI LAKE- This is considered one of
the sacred lakes of Sikkim. The lake remains hidden in the rich forest
cover. It is believed that birds do not permit even a single leaf to float
on the lake surface. Do not forget to take a packet of biscuits and to break
them into pieces and offer them to the fishes in the lake. RIMBI WATERFALLS-
About 12kms away from Pelling and about 5 kms further down from Darap
village is Rimbi River Bank which falls on the way to Khecheopalri and
Yuksam where the main attraction is waterfalls which is spectacular in
summer that attract many waterfalls lovers. On complete drive to Yuksom
first capital of Sikkim also famous for trekking base camp for Goecha-la
Kanchendzonga base camp trek over night at Yuksom.
DAY 11 : YUKSOM HIKE TO CHONG VILLAGE
Morning carry our pack lunch and walk to chong village en- route visit
Norbugang first capital of Sikkim then walk down to kartok holi lake and
start our trekking Dubdi monastery below to Ningma-pa sect on completed walk
up to Chong village then after noon slowly walk down to Yuksom bazaar. Over
night at Yuksom.
DAY 12 :YUKSOM - NAMCHI
Morning drive to Ravangla on arrival visit Buddha park highest statue of
lord Buddha then drive to Ralong monastery on completed drive back to
Ravangla for lunch after lunch drive Sangdruptshe highest statue guru
Padmashambawa ( Guru Rimponge)& visit Chardham Lord Shiva incarnated as
Kirateshwar in Indrakeel (Present Sikkim). Therefore, in this incarnation he
is locally worshipped by the people of Sikkim as Lord Kirateshwar. A statue
of 16 1/2 feet height of Lord Kirateshwar is also installed in the
complex.In order to attain Moksha, the Hindu belief is to perform pilgrimage
to all the existing four Dhams. Thereby, replicas of these four Dhams,
namely Badrinath, Jaganath and Dwarka dedicated to Lord Vishnu and
Rameshwar, dedicated to Lord Shiva over night at Namchi.
DAY 13 : NAMCHI - GANGTOK
After breakfast drive to Gangtok the capital of Sikkim. Tucked away in the
clouds, Gangtok is spread out on a ridge 1880 m above sea level, and looks
something out of a fairy tale with houses precariously balanced on the
slopes of steep hills. Apart from the gorgeous view of deep valleys,
waterfalls and snow-capped mountain ranges that separate from neighboring
Tibet, Bhutan and Nepal & west Bengal on arrival walk around the local
market at Gangtok.
DAY 14 : GANGTOK - TSAMGO LAKE
After breakfast, drive to Tsomgo Lake, also means as “The Source of the
Lake” (3,780m). The lake derives its water from melting snows off the
surrounding mountains, which is one of the famous sacred lakes in Sikkim (If
you need to hike at Tsamgo lake the walk about 3 Hrs to Tsamgo Lake top)
drive back to Gangtok on arrival visit Hanuman tok for panoramic view of
Sikkim mountain if weather is clear.
DAY 15 : GANGTOK – LOCALSIGHTSEEING
After breakfast start local sightseeing around Gangtok Capital, morning
visit The Enchey monastery literally means the solitary temple. At the time
it was constructed, it was the only building in the entire area. This place
especially attracts attention during the religious dances or \’Chaam\’
performed in January. The relatively small monastery was built 200 years ago
and the present building was constructed in the year 1909. The site where
the monastery is built is supposed to be blessed by Lama Druptob Karpo, a
tantric master known for his flying powers. Namgyal Institute of Tibetology
is a great way to get acquainted with Tibetan culture. Regarded as the
highest seat of learning amongst the Mahayana scholars, this Institute was
built in 1958 and is a famous global centre for the study of Buddhist
philosophy and religion today. It houses the world's largest collected works
and rare manuscripts on the theme of Mahayana Buddhism. Flower exhibition
centre & Handy craft and handloom centre.
Rumtek monastery originally built by the 9th Karmapa Wangchuk Dorje in 16th
century, Rumtek served as the main seat of the Karma Kagyu lineage in Sikkim
for some time. But when the 16th Karmapa arrived in Sikkim in 1959, after
fleeing Tibet, the monastery was in ruins. Despite being offered other
sites, the Karmapa decided to rebuild Rumtek. To him, the site possessed
many auspicious qualities and was surrounded by the most favorable
attributes. For example, flowing streams, mountains behind, a snow range in
front, and a river below. With the generosity and help of the Sikkim royal
family and the Indian government, it has been built by the 16th Karmapa as
his main seat in exile. After four years, construction of the monastery was
completed. The sacred items and relics brought out from Tsurphu Monastery,
the Karmapa's seat in Tibet, were installed. On Tibetan New Year's day
(Losar) in 1966 the 16th Karmapa officially inaugurated the new seat called,
"The Dharma chakra Centre, a place of erudition and spiritual
accomplishment, the seat of the glorious Karmapa." The monastery is
currently the largest in Sikkim. It is home to the community of monks and
where they perform the rituals and practices of the Karma Kagyu lineage.
A
Golden Stupa contains the relics of the 16th Karmapa. Opposite that building
is a college, Karma Shri Nalanda Institute for Higher Buddhist Studies.
Visit LINGDUM MONASTERY located an hour's scenic drive from Gangtok, Lingdum
Monastery is a destination for Buddhist pilgrims and devotees of fine art
alike. The sprawling complex, set amid serene forested hills, is a specimen
of sacred architecture. Its exquisite murals, statues and adornments,
besides the impressive scale of the edifice, bring a look of wonderment to
every visitor's face. Completed 10 years ago, Lingdum Monastery is a
Buddhist centre in the tradition of the Zurmang Kagyud lineage. It is under
the spiritual direction of Zurmang Gharwang Rinpoche, who is the 12th
unbroken successor of the lineage. Up on a hill behind the monastery is a
retreat centre where monks retire to meditate.
DAY 16 : GANGTOK - LACHUNG
Today, we leave for North district of Sikkim to a small village, Lachen
(2,400m). This spectacular drive will take about 6-7 hrs (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 Lachen in the late afternoon and check in at a
lodge. (Please be reminded that the facilities here are very basic).
DAY 17 : LACHUNG - YUMEYSAMDONG – LACHUNG
After breakfast, we leave for Yumthang (3,500m) 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 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. On complete drive to
Zero point then drive back to Lachung evening free and easy.
DAY 18 : LACHUNG – GANGTOK
After breakfast drive back to Capital city Gangtok, En-route visit Phodong
monastery and seven sister waterfalls on arrival check inn to hotel evening
walk around the local market MG Marg.
DAY 19 : GANGTOK - KALIMPONG
After breakfast drive to Kalimpong another beautiful hill town on arrival
visit Delo garden it is very famous for picnic spot then visit Dr Grams
homes & Tharpacholing monastery, Pradhan nursery, Durpin monastery Atop the
hill sits the Zang Dhok Palri Monastery which was consecrated by the Dalai
Lama in 1976. The monastery holds in its reliquary 108 volumes of the
Kangyur, as well as other holy books and scrolls that were moved out of
Tibet after the Chinese invasion on completed drive back to hotel check inn
and evening free and easy walk around the local market overnight at
Kalimpong.
DAY 20 : KALIMPONG-BAGDOGRA - KOLKATA – MALAYSIA
After breakfast drive 3 hrs to Bagdogra airport for domestic flight to
Kolkata on arrival at Kolkata last minute shopping around local market then
as per your international flight schedule transfer to airport for Malaysia.
