SIKKIM
Situated in the Eastern Himalayas, this beautiful state of Sikkim is sandwiched between Nepal in the West and Bhutan in the East, Tibet in the North and the state of West Bengal in the South. With an area of 7'300km2, measuring 115km from north to south and 65km. From East to West, the elevation ranging from 244m to over 8550m above sea level, approximate latitude of 27degree North and longitude of 88degree East. This small state belies its richness of culture, customs, heritage, flora and fauna. Sikkim, once a protectorate of India with a monarchy government but metamorphosed as the 22nd state of the Indian Union in the year 1975. The population of the state is only 420'000 as per the last census. Amidst the grandeur of the mountain peaks, lush green valleys cascading waterfalls and fast flowing rivers, beautiful monasteries and terraced hills, Sikkim offers her visitor a rare and exotic experience.
Nestling in the grandeur and beauty of the snow-capped mountain ranges of the Kanchenjunga, Darjeeling has been gifted with a beautiful natural scenery. It is surrounded by lush green tea gardens, and has the highest Railway Station in the world. The Darjeeling 'Toy Train' is part of the world's cultural heritage. The town of Darjeeling, also known as "Queen of the (Eastern) Hills", was the summer capital of India during the British period. A holiday resort of the Victorian era, it still exudes grandeur, charm and majesty. From "Tiger Hill" one can get one of the best sunrise views in the world.
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Darjeeling & Sikkim Trekking Tour, 17 Days
Days: 17 / Difficulty: 3 of 5 (Moderate to strenuous)
Darjeeling & Sikkim Trekking Tour
Duration: 16 Nights - 17 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Bagdogra - Darjeeling - Tonglu - Garibas - Sandakphu - Phalut - Raman - Rimbik - Pelling - Pemayangtse - Yuksom - Martam - Gangtok - Bagdogra - Delhi
Itinerary in detail
Day 01: Arrive Delhi, where you will be met and transfered to your hotel. (Hotel B & B)
Day 02: Delhi-Bagdogra (by plane) -...
Rhododendron Trek in Sikkim, 11 Days
Days: 11 / Difficulty: 2 of 5 (Moderate)
Rhododendron Trek in Sikkim
Duration: 10 Nights and 11 Days
Highest Altitude: 4,940m
Best Time To Trek: June To September & October To Mid November India Guide
Itinerary in detail
Day 01: Delhi - Bagdogra - Darjeeling
Take morning flight from Delhi to Bagdogra. Meet our representative and drive towards Darjeeling. On arrival transfer into hotel. Evening sightseeing and...
Sikkim and Kanchenjunga Trek, 20 Days
Days: 20 / Difficulty: 4 of 5 (Strenuous)
Sikkim and Kanchenjunga Trek
Duration: 19 Nights - 20 Days
Destinations: Delhi - Darjeeling - Tsoska - Acclimatising - Dzongri - Thangshing - Samity Lake - Lam Pokhari - Kasturi Odar - Labdang - Tashiding - Martam - Gangtok - Bagdogra - Delhi
At first through luxuriant rhododendrons, pines, spruces and giants magnolias forests, then through green meadows and yak pastures, the trek leads us...
Yuksom To Dzongri and The Goecha La Trek, 14 Days
Days: 14 / Difficulty: 3 of 5 (Moderate to strenuous)
Itinerary in detail
DAY 1: ARRIVAL in Siliguri - GANGTOK
Meet our guide at Siliguri airport and drive to Gangtok (5500 Ft /1677 Mts, 220 Kms / 07 to 08 Hrs). Over night at Hotel.
DAY 2: IN GANGTOK
After breakfast go out for sightseeing covering Rumtek Monastery, Droul Chorthen, Research Institute of Tibetology, Directorate of Handicraft & Handloom (Closed on Sunday), Flower Show &...
Dzongri Nambu Trek, 14 Days
Days: 14 / Difficulty: 3 of 5 (Moderate to strenuous)
Dzongri Nambu Trek
Duration : 13 Nights and 14 Days
Region : Sikkim Himalaya
Best Season :Mid March - May & Sept - Mid Nov
Max. Altitude :4735 mts
Grade:Moderate
Dzongri Nambu Trek offers an intriguing experience of trekking amid the nature's exquisiteness in Sikkim. This trek begins from Yuksom. The trek takes an adventure buff to some of the most arresting panoramas endowed by the nature....
