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Sikkim Tour
Situated in the Eastern Himalayas, this
beautiful state of Sikkim is surrounded by the
kingdom of Nepal in the West, Bhutan in the
East, Tibet in the North and the state of West
Bengal in the South. The impregnable snowy
Himalayas, the third highest mountain in the
world Mt. Khanchendzonga and the flat lowlands
with its diverse flora & fauna enriches its
beauty. Trekking in the rough mountains, rafting
on the turbulent rivers, and sightseeing are all
laid out for the visitor on a platter. Gangtok,
the capital of Sikkim, is often referred to as
the “Lofty Hills". An air of Enchantment
pervades in the entire atmosphere of the valley
with its stupas, Monasteries and its Mysticism.
In Gangtok, one very frequently comes across the
Prayer flags whipping in the breeze, robed Lamas
chanting prayers to God, lined Brightly painted
pagoda - roofed houses, and of course, the sound
of trumpets from the distance hills & valleys.
Itinerary in Detail
Day 01 :
Fly from Kathmandu to Bhadrapur which takes
about 45 minutes. You will then take a drive
from Bhadrapur to Kakarivitta (Eastern Border
town of Nepal). You will undergo with some
custom formalities and then drive to Gangtok by
jeep which takes about five hours. Stay
overnight at hotel.
Day 02 :
Drive Siliguri to Gangtok (Sikkim). In the
afternoon visit the local market and drive
through the smooth plane road that leads to a
narrow roads through the mountains. The drive to
Gangtok is on a narrow roadways but it indeed is
the cleanest and very well maintained among the
North East Indian roadways. The blue clear water
runs down the Teesta river while you drive up
towards Gangtok making the drive even more
enchanting one.
Day 03 :
Full day sightseeing tour in and around Gangtok.
Tour includes visit to:
Tashi View Point : From here ,you could have a
view of Mt Kanchandzonga and other peaks of the
Himalayas. One can have an experience of the
changes in colour of snows of the mountains
there.
Inchay Monastery : It is situated adjoining the Siniolchu Tourist Lodge, 3 kms from Gangtok
town. This monastery is an important seat of the
Nyingma order, the Enchey Monastery is built on
the site blessed by Lama Druptob Karpo, a
tantric master know for his power of flying.
This 200 years old monastery has in its premises
images of Gods, Goddesses and other religious
objects. Every year, around January, 'Chaam' or
religious masked dance is performed with great
fanfare for two days.
Rumtek Monastery : This famous monastery is also
known as Dharma Chakra Centre. This monastery is
one of the most important seats of the Kagyu
lineage outside Tibet. In the early 1960's, His
Holiness the Sixteenth Gyalwang Karmapa founded
this seat near the 300 year old Kagyu monastery
built in the sixteenth century by the Fourth
King of Sikkim under the guidance of the ninth
Karmapa. The new Rumtek monastery was built
about two kilometers away from this old
monastery. Rumtek became the International Kagyu
Headquarters during the life of His Holiness,
from where lineage activities manifested
throughout the world. It also became the
residence of a new generation of Kagyu masters,
who are being trained in a tradition of study
and meditation practice which began 800 years
ago.
Day 04 :
Drive from Gangtok to Peling. Visit two famous
monasteries.
Morning transfer to Pemayangtse (65kms/4.5hrs),
this is the nearest motorable point from Mt.
Kanchendzonga, worlds 03rd highest peak, one can
enjoy the spectacular Eastern Himalayan Range
from this place.
Day 05 :
Enjoy the sunrise view over Mt. Kanchanjunga
(8585m) and other mountain peaks of the range.
In the western district of Sikkim, Pemyangtse is
a picture perfect destination. It offers a
breathtaking view of the world's 3rd highest
peak of Mount Kanchendzonga.
Day 06 :
Visit Khichipelri Lake and Yoksom (the old
capital of Sikkim).
You go for full day excursion to Khichipelri
Lake and to Yuksam and back. Yuksam is the entry
point where all the trekking starts for the
assault on the eastern Himalayas.
Day 07 :
Drive Peling to Kakarvita (India - Nepal Border)
via Siliguri. Drive to Bhadrapur and fly from Bhadrapur to Kathmandu.
Services
Included
* English speaking Escort throughout the
tour
* Accommodation in twin share basis and
partly camping
* All ground transportation by deluxe Jeep
* Entrance fees for monuments during
sightseeing
* Services of Camping Crew
Services
Excluded
* Personal natural expenses like smoking,
beverages, hot showers, laundry, etc.