Sikkim Tours, Darjeeling tours,

- Unfolding New Horizons - Sikkim
---- 6 Days / 5 Nights

Places Covered : Gangtok, North Sikkim and North-East Sikkim

The Trail Beaters hereby introduce this wonderful package to Sikkim, the 22nd state within the Indian union.
Gangtok

Sandwiched between the kingdoms of Nepal in the west and Bhutan in the east, Sikkim borders with the plateau of Tibet in the north and shares its southern border with the state of West Bengal, Gangtok being its capital town. Gangtok is situated at 5000 ft. above the sea level and is connected with Siliguri, the nearest Air/ Rail head. Sikkim remained a protectorate of India with a monarchy government in power till it became an integral part of India in the year 1975.

With a small population of around 5 lacs, Sikkim still represents the fairytale picture of the Himalayan region like towering mountains all-round, deep gorges and ravines, dense forests and the skyline studded with conifer trees of different varieties, massive water falls and rivers, snow capped peaks and glaciers, frozen lakes, lush meadows and vast stretches of flowering jungles and bushes. The unspoiled natural beauty of the region leaves one completely stunned. Buddhism, the faith of the majority in this area blends perfectly with nature, peace and tranquility.

The package has specially been designed keeping in mind the exploratory intellect of travelers and covers the following places of interest:

Religious Establishments

Rumtek Monastery - The seat of his holiness the Karmapa Lama.
Do Drul Chorten - A monastery built in the form of a stupa.
Research Institute of Tibetology - A research facility for the students of Buddhism.
Hanuman Tok - A temple dedicated to the Hindu God Hanuman at an altitude of 7200 ft.

Other Places

The Ridge - A small stretch of plain, lined with plants and trees.
Nam Nang View Point - Offers an astounding view of Gangtok Town.
Flower Show - A place to see rare Sikkim orchids and other flora.

Shopping

M.G.Marg Main Market - Market place in the heart of the town.
Lal Bazar - Another market place just below the main market known for local artifices.

Excursions

Nathula Pass - At 15,000 ft., 20 km. ahead of Chango Lake, right on the Chinese border, Nathula remained the major pass until Sino-India war in 1962 connecting Tibet and Sikkim.
Chango (Tsongo) Lake - At an altitude of 12,500 ft., 35 km. from Gangtok, this wonderful lake is sacred to Sikkimese, also known for the scenic beauty.

Mountain Safari

Yumthang (Valley of Flowers) - This 1 night 2 days Mountain Safari in hard top jeeps, along the 150 km. rugged hilly terrain is a once in a lifetime experience....

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Gangtok
Arrival Gangtok from Bagdogra/New Jalpaiguri

Day 02 : Gangtok
Full day sight seeing at Gangtok Visit all major places of tourist interest around Gangtok like important Buddhist monasteries, Hindu temples, establishments devoted to local art, culture and architecture, specialized botanical collections and shopping areas selling local handicraft and artifices, within a distance of 100 kms. around Gangtok.

Day 03 : Nathula Pass / Chango Lake
Excursion to Nathula Pass and Chango Lake, visit to the 15000 ft. Nathula pass, right on the Chinese border where you can even shake hands with the Chinese guards on the other side of the fence, visit to the legendary shrine of Baba Harbhajan Singh and Chango Lake while returning, all surrounded by snow clad mountains, is once in a lifetime experience.

Day 04 - 05: Yumthang Valley - Mountain Safari
Two days' Mountain Safari to Yumthang Valley, this 1 night 2 days Mountain Safari in hard top jeeps, along the 150 km. rugged hilly terrain is a once in a lifetime experience. The route is a gradual climb from 5,000 to 13,000 ft. and every kilometer of it unravels a new dimension to your knowledge bank. Sometimes a massive waterfall and somewhere a dense forest, next may be the lush paddy fields filled with water harnessed from nearby streams and then suddenly a tiny Himalayan village or a small township with red cheek children playing around or people waiting for the local transport at the road heads. As you proceed, in the month of March/April, you may be left dumbfounded after encountering a kilometer long Rhododendron concentration in various hues as if the whole jungle is on fire. During winters, the flowering beds and the slopes are covered with a blanket of 4 - 5 ft. thick snow, rendering the entire terrain a vast spread of white. The journey is dotted with herds of Yaks, an important part of the local economy.

Day 05 : Yumthang / Gangtok
Return to Gangtok from Yumthang

Day 06 : Bagdogra
Departure for Bagdogra/ New Jalpaiguri

Cost Covers

1. Transfers (Bagdogra - Gangtok - Bagdogra)
130 kms. one way, by exclusive jeeps (max. 8 persons + 1 driver).

2. Hotel Accommodation
4 nights at Gangtok on bed & breakfast & twin sharing basis.
1 night at Lachung on full board & twin sharing basis.

3. One full day sight seeing at Gangtok
Within a distance of 100 kms. around Gangtok by Maruti Vans (max. 4 persons + 1 driver).

4. One full day excursion to Chango Lake and Nathula Pass
The total distance of about 120 kms. to be covered by Hard Top Mahindra Jeeps (max. 8 persons + 1 driver).

5. Mountain Safari to Yumthang (1 Night 2 Days)
The total distance of about 300 kms. to and from Gangtok to be covered by hard top Mahindra Jeep (max. 8 persons + 1 driver).

6. Permits from Defense/ Tourism
Entry fee wherever applicable and permits to visit sensitive border areas.

7. Escorts and Guides
Tour Escort from Delhi to Delhi with groups of minimum 15 pax and full time Guide in Sikkim.

8. All applicable taxes
Like Environment Tax, Luxury Tax, Sales Tax etc.

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