Sikkim & Darjeeling Himalaya Tour
Sikkim- 'the best kept secret in the Himalayas'- is nestled between Nepal to its west, Bhutan in the east and Tibet- the autonomous region of the People's Republic of China on its northern border."The Land of Mountain Crest"- one of the most beautiful nooks in the Himalayas offers visitors nature in all its grandeur. It is the ultimate paradise for Botanist and Plant lovers, including an incredible 600 species of Orchid. For adventure lovers, the unrivalled trekking trails offer verdant forests, rhododendron covered hill sides, remote monasteries, glaciers, high passes and magnificent mountain views are all available in Sikkim.This small structure of rugged land may just be a speck on the world map but its size belies its richness and diversity of culture, customs, heritage, flora and fauna. The world's third highest mountains Mt. Kanchanjunga (8435 MTR/28156 Ft.) and its attendant peaks Talung, Siniolchu, Pan-Hunri, Simvo and Jopuno lies in the small state of Sikkim.
Sikkim the tiny Himalayan state is a wonderland by all accounts. Overlooked by Mt. Kanchenjunga, the world's third highest peak, Sikkim is attractive equally fortheightseer, the adventure sports enthusiast and those interested in Buddhism and Tibetology. From a low of 800 ft. above sea level to the Summit of Mt. Kanchenjunga (28,169 ft.), the guardian deity of Sikkim and the third highest peak in the world. Mountains criss-cross the country that is rich in flora and fauna, stunning mountains, beautiful alleys,clearlakes and lush evergreen forests. In high altitudes where yaks graze are found the snow leopard, the blue sheep, goral, tahr and the red panda the state animal of Sikkim. Some 600 to 1000 species of orchids alongwith a variety of plants and flowers create visual delight, all of which the Goverment of Sikkim helps to protect by creating a national park, two wildlife sanctuaries, an alpine sanctuary and a rhododendron sanctuary.
| Programme Itinerary | |
| Day 01. | Kathmandu to Bhadrapur by flights (1.25 hrs) then scenic drive to Gantok (3-4 hrs.) then transfer to Hotel Tibet or Nor-Kill. |
| Day 02. | Full day sightseeing in Gantok with Rumtrek Monastery. |
| Day 03. | Excursion tour to Phodong Monastery (38 Km. in North Sikkim |
| Day 04. | Scenic drives to Pemayangtse Monastery via beautiful Temi Tea Estate (West Sikkim) then transfers to Hotel Mt. Pandim. |
| Day 05. | Scenic drives to Darjeeling. PM: sightseeing in Darjeeling then transfers to Hotel New Elgin. |
| Day 06. | Visit Ghoom Monastery and on the way back enjoy a short ride on the famous Darjeeling Toy Train |
| Day 07. | Picturesque drive to Bagdogra to fly to onward destination or to Bhadrapur (Nepal) to fly back to Kathmandu. |
Sikkim Tour
Sikkim & Darjeeling
Dzongri Trek
Gochala Trek
Sigalila Trek