SIKKIM AND DARJEELING TOUR WITH TREK TO YUKSOM MONASTERY

Day 01: Arrive DELHI/KOLKATA

Welcome to the Capital City of India – Delhi, the political heartland of India OR Kolkata, the cultural heartland. Greetings from our Staff present at the Airport to take you to your booked Hotel.
You are free to overcome JET LAG due to long flight from a different Time Zone.
Evening: Fresh and clear in new environment, we will introduce you to the Indian Cuisine, specially the Curries in one of the Indian Restaurants.
Overnight stay at a Hotel in Delhi/Kolkata

Day 02:Fly to BAGDOGRA& drive to KALIMPONG (80Km – 03Hrs. @ a height of 1250M)

Breakfast at the Hotel in Delhi/Kolkata.
Transfer to Airport
Depart by a Flight to Bagdogra
Upon Arrival, you will be met by our Representative and the Car for drive to Kalimpong, Perched on a Ridge above Teesta River.
After Arrival, check-in at the Hotel
Rest of the Day FREE to explore the market
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kalimpong.

City Sightseeing and Proceed to GANGTOK(75 Km.-03hrs. @ a height of 1650M

Early Morning: Visit Deolo Park located on a Hill with landscaped Gardens and offering the beautiful view of the City.Return to Hotel for Breakfast. Post Breakfast, check-out and visit the flower nurseries which have a huge collection of alluring flowers. Behold the tranquility of Jang Dong PalRiffoBrang, the Gompa also known asDurpin Monastery where Holy Kunguyar is kept. Monastery is built on Buddhist architecture and has beautiful paintings on the wall.
Thereafter, proceed to Gangtok by Car.
After Arrival, check/in at the Hotel
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Gangtok.

Day 04: GANGTOK

Post Breakfast, you would see this beautiful City starting with Rumtek Monastery – the seat of Karmapa Rinpoche – head of the Karmapa sub-sect of the Kargyudpa order of Tibetan Buddhism. The new four-level gompa was designed as a replica of the Kargyudpa’s head monastery of Tolung in Tibet. Rumtek’s monks come from all over Sikkim, India, Nepal, Bhutan and Tibet. Thangkas and frescoes decorate the walls of this ancient monastery, renovated in 1960’s. Visit the Jhakri Water Falls, DroulChorthen and Research Institute of Tibetology tour and Handicrafts and Handloom Center.
Eventually Enjoy Flower Show in the evening.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Gangtok.

Day 05: GANGTOK – TSOMGO LAKE – GANGTOK

Breakfast at the Hotel
Post Breakfast, a Full Day Trip to TSOMGO or CHANGU LAKE,situated at a distance of 40Km. from Gangtok at a height of 3750M. This Lake is nestled amidst Snow-capped mountain ranges. The Alpine forests around this oval-shaped lake is a home to numerous species of birds.
Return to the Hotel in Gangtok.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Gangtok

Day 06: GANGTOK – PELLING (110 Km. – 05,30hrs. – 1850M.)

After breakfast at the Hotel, drive to Pelling via RAVANGLAWith the magnificent Kanchenjunga as the backdrop, is the perfect place to laze around with a cup of coffee and enjoy the Nature. Drive onwards to Pelling, known for its monasteries, dense forests and snow-crusted valleys.
After Arrival, check-in at the Hotel
Rest of the Day FREE
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Pelling.

Day 07: PELLING

Time for Nature Walk – Early Morning walk of 30 minutes will take you to Choeling Monastery dating back to 17th Century, one of the Oldest Monastery in Sikkim. visit Rabtentse Palace, which is ruins now after it was invaded by Gurkha Army from 1670 to 1814.
Return to Hotel for Breakfast
Post Breakfast visit Pemayangtse Monastery – the second oldest of its kind in Sikkim. The walls and ceiling of the large prayer hall have numerous thangkas and wall paintings, and there is an exceptional collection of religious artworks including an exquisite wooden sculpture on the top floor depicting the heavenly palace of Guru Rimoche.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Pelling

Day 08: PELLING – YUKSOM (35Km. – 02 Hrs. 1780M))

Post Breakfast, we drive to Yuksom via Khecheopalri Lake, which is considered to be holy lake for both Hindus and Buddhist.
After enjoying the scenic spot of Lake, proceed to Yuksom – surrounded by Snow clapped majestic Mountain Peaks. Yuksom was the 1st Capital of Sikkim.
After Arrival, Check in at the Hotel
Rest of the Day Free for walk and enjoying the nature.
Overnight stay at the hotel in YUKSOM

Day 09: YUKSOM – DUBDI MONASTERY HIKING TOUR

Breakfast at the Hotel
DUBDI MONASTERY – A 4Km. Trekamid lush greens, gushing streams, wild woods (oak & chestnut trees) and ancient bridges. It is situated at a height of 2100 meters. The trek to the monastery was a fairly easy one. We also had to carry salt with us to tackle the giant leeches crawling up our legs
The trek takes a steep slope, perched on top of the hill, this shrine is fringed by lush forests and perfect for meditation. A gradual ascent until you reach the staircase. The last 500 Meters is a steep climb. The Monastery stands amidst the panoramic view of mountains secluded and tucked away on the Hilltop. A two Storeyed building with stones and painting with Buddhist prayers. Return to your Hotel in Yuksom.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Yuksom.

Day 10: YUKSOM – DARJEELINGvia TASHIDING (150Km. 06,30 hrs. – 2250M)

Breakfast at the Hotel.
Drive to Darjeeling via Tashiding Monastery – another fascinating day with the Nature.
After the visit of the Monastery, proceed onwards to Darjeeling.
Late Afternoon: Arrive and Check-in at the Hotel.
Rest of the Day at Leisure for exploration of the Bazaars.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 11: DARJEELING

Breakfast at the Hotel.
Visit the Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park with setting of rocky terrains and lust forests. You can see Siberian Tigers, Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Himalayan black Bears and Tibetan Wolves. Proceed to Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tibetan /refugee Markets and a Green Tea Estate.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Darjeeling

Day 12: DARJEELING

Early Morning: After Tea/Coffee in the Lounge, proceed to Tiger Hills to view the Kanchenjunga Peak Sunrise. Visit the Ghoom Monastery and Return to Hotel after visit the Ghoom Monastery.
Breakfast at the Hotel
You will be transferred to Railway Station in Darjeeling for travel by Darjeeling Himalayan Railway to Ghoom Station and back. This memorable journey will last for 2 hours.

Day 13: DARJEELING – BAGDOGRA (95 Km – 03 Hrs.)

Breakfast at the Hotel
Transfer in time to Bagdogra Airport for your flight to Kolkata/Delhi.
After Arrival in Kolkata/Delhi, you can fly to sweet Home or take one Of our Extension tours from various options.