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Charismatic Sikkim
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Pelling Sightseeing
After breakfast start for exploring a full day of Pelling attractions. 1st Half tour – Darap village, The Changey, Rimbi and Khangchendzonga waterfalls, and the Khecheopalri Lake add to Pelling’s natural beauty,. Fishing is allowed at the Rimbi Falls so tourists who like fishing can try their hand at it. In afternoon post lunch the second exploration in the 2nd half– Pemayangtse Monastery that was constructed in 1705. Located close to the monastery is the Rabdantse Ruins, once the capital of Sikkim, it was razed to the ground by the Gurkhas who invaded the, Located close to the monastery is the Rabdantse Ruins, once the capital of Sikkim.
Our next visit to New Halipad Ground, The Pelling Helipad is around a kilometer from the Police Check Post, which is a central location in Pelling. The short walk to the helipad ground is a pleasant one. There is no regular service at the helipad ground. The place offers brilliant, panoramic views of the stunning Kanchenjunga and its surrounding mountain ranges that is frequented by many visitors for the same reason. Coming back to the hotel relax and relish with the enchanting view of Pelling and later enjoy your dinner. Overnight stay at Pelling.
Pelling to Gangtok
This morning after breakfast, drive to Gangtok (5,500 feet), which is 130 km from Pelling. View of lush green mountains and bubbling brooks will greet you at every turn. We may visit some of the local attractions in case of time permits. In the evening visiting the MG Marg, the busy and main market place of Gangtok will be an added experience. Here some taste of Sikkimese delicacies will be again a great experience. On arrival at Gangtok, , acclimatize to the weather, followed by an overnight stay.
Gangtok to Tsomgo/Changu Lake & Baba Mandir
After breakfast, you will visit Tsomgo Lake (12,000 feet), a high-altitude lake that is sacred to both Hindus and Buddhist. According to the legends, Buddhist used to monks study the colour of lake's water to predict the future. Thereupon, you visit the Baba Mandir, which is approximately 55 km from Gangtok. Later continue to drive to Gangtok hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
(Nathula Pass optional extra)
Gangtok to Lachung (North Sikkim)
Morning after a delicious breakfast, our journey will again resume for Lachung with the feelings of peace and extreme happiness. Lachung is a mountain village close to the Tibetan border, in the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim. It's divided by the Lachung River. The village is home to the 19th-century Buddhist Lachung Monastery, surrounded by apple orchards. Nearby, the Yumthang Valley's Shingba Rhododendron Sanctuary protects many species of rhododendron. The valley is also known for its waterfalls, pine forests and hot springs. Overnight stay in Lachung.
Yumthang Valley (North Sikkim)
Start from Lachung to on the way to Yumthang valley, about 11800 ft., is a beautiful, picturesque grazing pasture surrounded by mountains in the north Sikkim district of Sikkim in India. It is at an elevation of 3,564 metres (11,800) above sea level and at a distance of 150 km from the state capital Gangtok. It is popularly known as the 'Valley of flowers'-God’s own country, and is the home to the Shingba. Rhododendron Sanctuary, which has over twenty-four species of the rhododendron, the state flower.On the way visit hot spring. Coming back to hotel at Gangtok and overnight stay with the warmth of log fires to seek solace to your mind and soul.
(Zero Point tour optional extra)
Departure- Gangtok to NJP/Bagdogra/Siliguri
After breakfast checkout from hotel on time & leave for Siliguri NJP/ Bagdogra Airport for onward return journey and Tour ends with sweet memories of this paradise on earth and a lifetime experience.
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