The tour of Himalayan Kingdom is a splash of natural and serene surroundings with fragrant winds of love. The mesmerizing hills, cultural heritage, great hospitality put these places significant in travel itinerary. The sprawling tea gardens, the vivid lake, the land of World Heritage Tour Train, some of the best parks, the green hills, the snowcapped Kanchenjunga, the high altitude Mirik Lake and Tsomgo Lake.
The Himalayan Kingdom tour takes you to the most exotic places of India and rich ecological & cultural heritage from the other states of India which shares some common ethnical features with the Nepal, Bhutan, China, Burma & other South East Asian countries. Sikkim in true words is a land of colourful monasteries, the mesmerizing waterfalls and the enormous treasures of flora & fauna.
The places can be explored year-round however monsoon make the places less on travel list. Once you are in the land of lamas do not forget to taste the local cuisines you will get the opportunity to taste the best momos, thukpas. The Sikkim is one of the states along with Arunachal Pradesh having more than 600 different species of Orchids, about 150 types of gladioli and over 46 varieties of rhododendrons.
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What to Expect
There can be various program based on Sikkim. There are other notable and interesting places of Sikkim like Lachen, Yumthang Valley known as another valley of flower of east. The best time to explore is from March to April to Mid of May. Though travellers can visit Gangtok, Pelling, Lachung in winter as well but shall avoid the high-altitude mountains ranges as they are mostly covered with snow. The height of Lachung is 2900 meter above sea level which is also the closest to Tibet border and getaway for Yumthang Flower Valley. The Lachung valley is known for its waterfalls, pine forests, hot springs and of course the scenic splendour.
Upon arrival at Bagdogra airport/NJP railway station to be taken to Gangtok (5500 ft) -the Land of the Pristine and unspoilt natural beauty of Sikkim, with alpine landscapes and thick luxuriant forests, rivers in torrent and peaceful lakes, a journey 130kms & takes 5hrs to reach Gangtok, arrive at the hotel & check-in. Relax & refresh yourself & then walk to the mall which is just 5 minutes away & overnight stay at Gangtok.
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After breakfast, proceed to Tsomgo Lake (12,313 ft), a 40kms drive which takes 2.5 hrs. This lake is located very close to Nathula Pass which is the entry point to China termed as the “Silk Route & remains frozen for most parts of the year. Legend has it that the Lamas use to forecast the future by studying the colour of the lake’s waters. Enjoy the surroundings, majestic snowy peaks which feed the lake and the clean fresh air, back to Gangtok by 3 pm for a late lunch. Evening free for leisure or go shopping for Sikkimese traditional handicrafts & overnight stay at Gangtok.
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After breakfast, visit to Cottage Industries, started during the time of the Chogyals of Sikkim, as a venture to preserve, protect and propagate the authentic Sikkimese arts, handicrafts and skills of local and village artisans, it has become one of the major attractions for people visiting Sikkim where beautiful souvenirs like carpets, hand carved tables (choktses), traditional handcrafts, furniture, handlooms carpets and other products are produced & exhibited for sale. Flower Show, at one end and below the Ridge Park is the Flower Exhibition Centre which holds the annual Orchid show. Inside the area is not very large but it has amazing collections of flowers of many different types, if you are a flower lover, then this is the place for you. But the best time is between March to June when the Orchids are in full bloom and put on display, Do-Drul Chorten (Stupa) which is one of the most important stupas of Sikkim, built by the head of the Nyingma order- Trullshi Rimpoche in 1945. It contains rare details of Dorji Phupa, Holy Books, Mantras and is encircled by 108 prayer wheels; The Namgyal Institute of Tibetology built in 1958 in traditional style, a renowned worldwide centre for the study of the Mahayana Buddhist philosophy & religion, a treasure house of rare “Thankas”, statues, over 200 Buddhist icons and prized objects of art & finally Ban Jhakhri Waterfalls. Thereafter an early lunch proceeds for Lachung. Located at a distance of about 120 kms kms which will take roughtly around 5 hours. On the way stop en-route and enjoy the wonderful locations like Kabi Lungstok (25 kms from Gangtok where a blood brotherhood was signed between the Lepcha chief, Thekong Tek & the Bhutia chief, Khye Bumsa. The spot where the ceremony took place is marked by a memorial stone pillar amidst the cover of dense forests); Naga Waterfalls; the confluence of Lachen Chu & Lachung Chu at Chungthang- the starting point of the river Teesta. Chungthang is predominantly a Lepcha region, the nodal junction for the two passes- Lachen & Lachung. Stop at the Twin Waterfalls & Bhim Nala Waterfalls before reaching Lachung by 7 pm.
Lachung is an exquisite valley town, resplendent in its crown of snow-capped mountains, breath-taking waterfalls & sparkling streams. It has been described as “the most picturesque village of Sikkim” by Joseph Dalton in his ‘Himalayan Journal’ (1855). Check-in at the Hotel & overnight stay at Lachung.
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In the early morning visit to the Lachung Monastery. Return to the hotel and have your breakfast. Post breakfast at leave for Yumthang Valley located at a height of 3700 meter and a driving distance of 23 kms which takes around 1.5 hrs. This is where the Tree Line ends & the rhododendron groves cover the landscape in a surreal shade. Youmthang valley is known as the Valley of Flower of the east. In winter there is snow all around and the snow-clad mountains add to the ethereal beauty. This place is also known for its Hot Springs which have healing medicinal properties.
Picnic in this beautiful valley for 2-3 hrs, trek to reach the high points all around, take a bath in the Hot Springs. Return back to hotel & overnight stay at Lachung.
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After breakfast leave for Pelling. Arrive at Pelling by late afternoon & check-in at hotel. This is one of the closest points to the Kanchenjunga range & one can see it upfront touching the sky from Pelling & overnight stay at Pelling.
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Leave early for the Skywalk, Khecheopalri Lake, also called the “Wish Fulfilling Lake”. It lies in a depression surrounded by prayer flags & forested hills & then go to the Rimbi Falls & Khangchendzonga waterfalls.
After lunch, proceed to The Pemayangtse Monastery (7021 Ft), 2.5kms from Pelling. Built during the late 17th century, it is one of the oldest & most important monasteries of the Nyingmapa order of Buddhism in Sikkim. Even today, it is only the monks of this monastery who enjoy the title of ‘Tasang’ or pure monks. The monastery follows the Mindroling tradition & has 108 monks. The main attraction of the monastery is the wooden replica of Zangdog Palri, the celestial abode of Guru Padmasambhava, built by Serdup L Dorje Rinpoche in 1971, Rabdentse Ruins – the second capital of the erstwhile King of Sikkim till 1814 A.D. This is also very close to the Pemyangtse Monastery, a 30mins walk from the main road. The scenic view from the top of the ruins scanning across the deep valley, to the mystic heights of the Kanchenjunga range is something to be cherished & etched in memory & Helipad Ground, back to hotel by evening & overnight stay at Pelling.
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After breakfast, checkout from the hotel & proceed to Bagdogra Airport/NJP Railway Station for onwards destination.
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