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Sikkim Group-Tour Itinerary

27th January - 2nd February 2019

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SIKKIM Jewel Of the North-East

Sikkim - The tiny and beautiful state of Sikkim lies to the south of , sandwiched between to the west and to the east. Known for its lofty mountains, quaint villages, pristine scenery, holy and vibrant Buddhist Mon- asteries, a holiday in Sikkim is sure to bring you close to nature providing you ample peace and solitude. Our week long itinerary to Sikkim will take to all over this and immerse you in it’s beau- ty , culture and nature.

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Brief Itinerary

Day Itinerary Stay

27th Jan Arrive at and drive to Pelling

28th Jan Pelling sightseeing Pelling

29th Jan Drive to via South Gangtok Sikkim

30th Jan Explore Gangtok, Drive to Dzongu Dzongu

31st Jan Explore Dzongu Dzongu

1st Feb Changu , Baba mandir Zuluk

2nd Feb Drive to Airport and Departure

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Day 1: 27th Jan

Arrive at Bagdogra and drive to Pelling-

Arrive at Pelling via Taxi from Bagdogra. Settle into your homestay, with hosts who are warm and friendly.

Overnight in Pelling

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Day 2 : 28th Jan

Pelling Sightseeing–

Enjoy breathtaking views of the mighty Kanchenjunga as you sip your tea in the morning. Visit the , and the Sanga Cholin monastery built in 1697, one of the first in the state. Pelling’s serene environment and picturesque setting is perfect for nice nature walks and small treks. You may also visit the , Kanchenjunga falls, the ruins and a lot more! Also visit the Kanchenjunga falls. in the evening enjoy a bon fire with local drinks.

Overnight in Pelling

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Day 3 : 29th Jan

Drive to Gangtok via South Sikkim –

Drive to Gangtok via the fragranced tea gardens of South Sikkim. The Temi tea gardens located in are the only tea gardens in Sikkim and are known to produce the best tea in the world. The landscape of green lushy leaves, with a colourful blend of tea pickers, the blue and white skies and the beautiful birds around. You can also do some local sightseeing around Ravangla. Post lunch drive to Gangtok and settle into homestay.

Overnight in Gangtok

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Day 4 : 30th Jan

Explore Gangtok, Drive to Dzongu -

Half day Gangtok sightseeing, post lunch drive to Dzongu. Some places of interest would include , Lingdum Monastery, and Sikkims largest monastry-Rumtek . The Ropeway in Gangtok gives spectacular views of the town.

Overnight in Dzongu

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Day 5 : 31st Jan

Explore Dzongu

Dzongu Valley, nestled in North Sikkim, is inhabited by the Lepcha tribe and provides breathtaking views of the mighty Kanchenjunga from a cluster of villages that oc- cupy this valley. The air is calm and unhurried which lends a dreamlike setting to the brilliant play of the clouds in the sky. Places of interest would include Lingzya Falls ,, Kusheong Valle and Passindang Village.

Overnight in Dzongu

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Day 6 : 1st Jan

Changu lake, Baba mandir

From Dzongu you will ride towards Chnagu lake. The Changu Lake is perched within mountains at an altitude of 12,400 ft. Located at the Gangtok – Nathula Highway only 37 kms from Gangtok, the Changu Lake is one of the most spectacular landscapes of Sikkim.

Baba Mandir is a distinguished sightseeing place of Sik- kim. This “mandir” or shrine is dedicated to “Baba” Har- bhajan Singh, who was a soldier of the . He died near the Nathula Pass in eastern Sikkim.

Overnight in Zuluk

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Day 7 : 2nd Feb

Drive to Airport and Departure

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Inclusions:

• Accommodation on twin sharing • All meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) • Guide • Bon fire with Tongba • All required permits • GST

Exclusions:

• Airfare • Personal expenses • Entrance fees to museums and monuments

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